Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro vs Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro and Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Name | Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro | Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Manufacturer | Sigma | Sigma |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Release Year | 2006 | 2023 |
| Release Date | 2023-04-03 | |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Mount | Canon EF-SNikon F | Sony EL Mount |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Autofocus (AF) | YesNote. See below for further information | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Yes |
| Motor Type | N/A | Stepper Motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 20 cm | 45 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,14 | |
| Macro 1:1 | No | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F2 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | 9 |
Optics |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Construction | 15 elements / 13 groups | 11 elements / 9 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 3 aspherical and 1 super low dispersion |
Focal Length |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Focal Length | 18-50 mm | 50 mm |
| Zoom Range | 32 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Length | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Weight | 450 gr | 350 gr |
Other |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC Macro |
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | LH780-04 581 | LH633-01 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | C = Contemporary |