Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN | Contemporary 017 vs Viltrox 16mm f/1.8
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Viltrox
16mm f/1.8
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN | Contemporary 017 is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | 16mm f/1.4 DC DN | Contemporary 017 | 16mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Viltrox |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 16mm | 16mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | aps-c | full-frame |
| Groups | 13 | 12 |
| Af motor | Stepping motor | STM |
| Elements | 16 | 15 |
| Weight g | 395 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 67 | 77 |
| Length mm | 91.1 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 72.2 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.25 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.1 | n/a |
| Weather sealed | n/a | Yes |
Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN | Contemporary 017
Fast wide prime for Micro Four Thirds, giving about 32mm equivalent with an f/1.4 aperture. It weighs about 395 g.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Sharp
- Close focus to 0.25 m
Cons
- Large for a Micro Four Thirds prime
- No stabilization
Viltrox 16mm f/1.8
The Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 16mm at f/1.8 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.