The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 and the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 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 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C is the longer of the two lenses at 124mm. The Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 with a length of 116mm, is 8mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C also has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8's 73mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 and Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 and the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 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 17-40mm f1.8 weighs 535g, which means it is 80g (13%) lighter than the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C which has a weight of 615g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 and the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C have the same Filter thread size of 67mm .
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C has the Fujifilm X lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica TL2 , Leica TL and Leica T Typ 701 for the Leica L Mount and
Sony E , Fujifilm X and Canon RF mounts.
Sony E , Leica L and Canon RF mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 has a focal range of 17-40mm and
2.4X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
25.5-60mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C has a focal range of 16-300mm and 18.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 25.6-480mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
