Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM vs Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM and Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Name | Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM | Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Sigma |
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Release Date and Price |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2011 |
| Release Date | 2022-05-24 | |
| MSRP | N/A | 4700 USD |
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Lens Type |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon EFNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper Motor | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 20 cm | 150 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,16 | |
Aperture |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Maximum Aperture |
F4,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 18 mm F6,3 at 45 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | No information |
Optics |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Construction | 7 elements / 7 groups | 23 elements / 18 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | Two aspherical elements | No information |
Focal Length |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Focal Length | 18-45 mm | 120-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 27 mm | 180 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
Yes
OS |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 69 mm | 114 mm |
| Length | 44 mm | 289 mm |
| Weight | 130 gr | 2950 gr |
Other |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 49 mm | 105 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | EW-53 | LH1128-01 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
