Nikon Nikkor AF 180 mm f/2.8D IF-ED vs Sigma 180 mm f/3.5 EX DG HSM Macro APO
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | - | Budget Macro |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 1.5 m | 0.46 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 760 g | 945 g |
| Length | 144 mm | 179.5 mm |
| Diameter | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 1994 | 2005 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor AF 180 mm f/2.8D IF-ED (180 mm, f/2.8) and Sigma 180 mm f/3.5 EX DG HSM Macro APO (180 mm, f/3.5).
Nikon Nikkor AF 180 mm f/2.8D IF-ED is the lightest at 760 g, Sigma 180 mm f/3.5 EX DG HSM Macro APO weighs 945 g.
Nikon Nikkor AF 180 mm f/2.8D IF-ED offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Sigma 180 mm f/3.5 EX DG HSM Macro APO can focus closest at 0.46 m minimum focus distance.
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