Lens Comparison
Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary vs Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art
Key Differences
- Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary has a better weight (290g (10.2 oz) vs 1020g (2.25 lb)).
- Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary has a better length (76.9mm vs 149.2mm).
- Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary has a better price (msrp) ($599 vs $1,099).
- Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/2.8).
- Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary has a better min focus distance (13 cm vs 20 cm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 18-50mm | 28-45mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 13 | − |
| Optical Groups | 10 | − |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 27-75mm | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | HLA | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 13 cm | 20 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x | 0.26x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $599 | $1,099 |
| Filter Size | 52mm | 82mm |
| Diameter | 65.4mm | 92mm |
| Length | 76.9mm | 149.2mm |
| Weight | 290g (10.2 oz) | 1020g (2.25 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
