Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR vs Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z)
Key Differences
- Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/4.5).
- Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better length (51.5mm vs 132.5mm).
- Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better min focus distance (30 cm vs 50 cm).
- Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better weight (265g (9.3 oz) vs 405g (14.3 oz)).
- Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50-250mm | 30mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 16 | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 12 | 6 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 75-375mm | 45-45mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 50 cm | 30 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.1x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $299 | $349 |
| Filter Size | 62mm | 52mm |
| Diameter | 70mm | 64.8mm |
| Length | 132.5mm | 51.5mm |
| Weight | 405g (14.3 oz) | 265g (9.3 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
