Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 vs Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z)
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 has a better max magnification (1x vs 0.5x).
- Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better min focus distance (13 cm vs 16 cm).
- Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Nikon Z) has a better price (msrp) ($599 vs $699).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 has a better weight (260g (9.2 oz) vs 290g (10.2 oz)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 has a better length (74.5mm vs 76.9mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50mm | 18-50mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 13 | 13 |
| Optical Groups | 11 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | 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 | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | 27-75mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 16 cm | 13 cm |
| Max Magnification | 1x | 0.5x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $699 | $599 |
| Filter Size | 46mm | 52mm |
| Diameter | 66mm | 65.4mm |
| Length | 74.5mm | 76.9mm |
| Weight | 260g (9.2 oz) | 290g (10.2 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
