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 Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C 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 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C is the longer of the two lenses at 75mm. The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C with a length of 64mm, is 11mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C has a larger diameter of 72mm compared to the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C's 65mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C 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 Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C 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. Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C weighs 255g, which means it is 35g (12%) lighter than the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C which has a weight of 290g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C 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 Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R50 V , Canon R100 and Canon R50 for the Canon RF Mount and Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount.
Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C is also available in the Sony E , Leica L and Fujifilm X mounts.
Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C is also available in Leica L and Fujifilm X 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
16-28.8mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C has a focal range of 18-50mm and 2.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 27-75mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.