Sigma 18-50 mm f/3.5-5.6 DC vs Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8 EX DC
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| Compare | Lightest | Fastest Aperture |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | APS-C | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape Macro | Landscape |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 18-50 mm | 18-50 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.25 m | 0.28 m |
| Max. Magnification | 1x | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 245 g | 445 g |
| Length | 60 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Diameter | 67.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2001 | 2006 |
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Comparing Sigma 18-50 mm f/3.5-5.6 DC (18-50 mm, f/3.5) and Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8 EX DC (18-50 mm, f/2.8).
Sigma 18-50 mm f/3.5-5.6 DC is the lightest at 245 g, Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8 EX DC weighs 445 g.
Sigma 18-50 mm f/2.8 EX DC offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Sigma 18-50 mm f/3.5-5.6 DC can focus closest at 0.25 m minimum focus distance.
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