Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM vs Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM and Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF .
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Name | Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM | Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Manufacturer | Sigma | Tamron |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Release Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 730 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Mount | Canon EFNikon F | Canon EF-SNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | YesNote. See below for further information |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Motor Type | No information | N/A |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 45 cm | 27 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Maximum Aperture | F1,4 | F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Construction | 8 elements / 6 groups | 16 elements / 13 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 17-50 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
33 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Length | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Weight | 505 gr | 430 gr |
Other |
Sigma EX 50mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di-II LD Asph IF |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | LH829-01 310 | N/A |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Model A16 |