Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G vs Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G and Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G | Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 50mm F1.8 G | |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Release Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 220 USD | 599 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EFNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 45 cm | 150 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Maximum Aperture | F1,8 |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 70 mm F5,6 at 300 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Construction | 7 elements / 6 groups | 16 elements / 11 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
230 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
OS |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Length | 52 mm | 126 mm |
| Weight | 185 gr | 610 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 50mm F1.8 G |
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 58 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-47 | LH680-02 572 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
