Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED vs Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Macro
Both are Nikon F lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Macro if
- You need more reach: 250mm vs 35mm at the long end
Spec differences
13 differences| Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED | Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Macro | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Sigma
|
| Type |
Wide Zoom
|
Macro
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
|
| Focal length |
18-35mm
|
18-250mm
|
| Weight |
370 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
82.5 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
82.5 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
77 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.33 m
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
11 elements / 8 groups
|
not listed
|
| Autofocus motor |
Manual focus
|
not listed
|
| Image stabilization |
No
|
not listed
|
| Released |
2000
|
not listed
|
2 identical specs hidden: mount, max aperture. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon F both
- Max aperture
- f/3.5 both
Our notes
Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED
The Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED is a wide-angle zoom lens covering 18-35mm at f/3.5-4.5 for Nikon F mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
Our notes
Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Macro
A 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 APS-C macro zoom lens, the Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Macro is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with Optical Stabilizer and Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. A high-ratio walk-around zoom for APS-C cameras.
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