The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G 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 77mm. The Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G with a length of 55mm, is 22mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C's 62mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C and Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G 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 10-20mm F4 PZ G weighs 178g, 37% (107g) lighter than the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C's weight of 285g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C has a filter size of 55mm whereas the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G has a 62mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 55mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C:
And these are the 62mm filters that we recommend for the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN C has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount and Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount.
Leica L and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
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.
On the other hand, the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G has a focal range of 10-20mm and 2.0X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 15-30mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
