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Nikon AF-S DX VR Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II 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-S DX VR Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II 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 55mm at the long end

Spec differences

3 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon AF-S DX VR Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II and the Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Macro
Nikon AF-S DX VR Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM Macro
Brand
Nikon
Sigma
Type
Zoom
Macro
Focal length
18-55mm
18-250mm
2 identical specs hidden: mount, max aperture. Show all
Mount
Nikon F both
Max aperture
f/3.5 both

Our notes

Nikon AF-S DX VR Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II

The Nikon AF-S DX VR Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II is an APS-C standard zoom lens covering 18-55mm at f/3.5-5.6 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction and Silent Wave Motor autofocus. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a gener...

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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