AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR vs 28-300 mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Macro
Nikon Nikkor
AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Sigma
28-300 mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Macro
Here we are comparing the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR and the Sigma 28-300 mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Macro. The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is a 28–300mm zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.5, released in 2010. The Sigma 28-300 mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Macro is a 28–300mm macro lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.5, released in 2005.
There is a 5 years difference between the Sigma 28-300 mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Macro and the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
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| Compare | Image Stabilization | |
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| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape Travel Wildlife | Landscape Travel Wildlife |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 28-300 mm | 28-300 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 8 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.5 m | 0.5 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 800 g | 490 g |
| Length | 114.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 62 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2010 | 2005 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR (28-300 mm, f/3.5) and Sigma 28-300 mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Macro (28-300 mm, f/3.5).
Sigma 28-300 mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Macro is the lightest at 490 g, Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR weighs 800 g.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR can focus closest at 0.5 m minimum focus distance.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28-300 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR includes image stabilization.
Use the detailed comparison table below to see all specifications side-by-side and find the perfect lens for your photography needs.
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