The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR is the longer of the two lenses at 146mm. The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM with a length of 115mm, is 31mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has a larger diameter of 91mm compared to the Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR's 81mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR and Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR weighs 680g, which means it is 450g (39%) lighter than the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM which has a weight of 1130g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has a 82mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6 , Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 .
Sigma SA , Canon EF and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Nikon AF-P 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR has a focal range of 70-300mm and
4.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
105 - 450mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 135mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 202.5mm .
