Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S vs Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z)
Key Differences
- Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better min focus distance (12 cm vs 80 cm).
- Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better weight (260g (9.2 oz) vs 470g (1.04 lb)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/2.8).
- Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better length (73.3mm vs 99mm).
- Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better max magnification (0.28x vs 0.12x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 85mm | 10-18mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 12 | 13 |
| Optical Groups | 8 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 28.5° – 28.5° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | 15-27mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 80 cm | 12 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 0.28x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $799 | $699 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 75mm | 67.2mm |
| Length | 99mm | 73.3mm |
| Weight | 470g (1.04 lb) | 260g (9.2 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
