The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Sony E 11mm F1.8 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. Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C is the longer of the two lenses at 64mm. The Sony E 11mm F1.8 with a length of 58mm, is 6mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C also has a larger diameter of 72mm compared to the Sony E 11mm F1.8's 66mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and Sony E 11mm F1.8 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Sony E 11mm F1.8 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. Sony E 11mm F1.8 weighs 181g, 29% (74g) lighter than the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C's weight of 255g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Sony E 11mm F1.8 has a 55mm 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 Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C:
And these are the 55mm filters that we recommend for the Sony E 11mm F1.8:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Sony E 11mm F1.8 has the same Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 .
Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C is also available in the Leica L , Fujifilm X and Canon RF mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C has a focal range of 10-18mm and
1.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
15-27mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sony E 11mm F1.8 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 11mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 16.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.