Sigma
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
Nikon Z Mount
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art — 28–45mm f/1.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Sigma
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
Sony E Mount
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art — 28–45mm f/1.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art is 3 months newer.
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Wins
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
Wins
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- B28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art has lower Diameter (70 mm vs 88.9 mm)
- A28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 38 cm)
- A28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art has lower Length (153.4 mm vs 183 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to share28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
⌀89 × 153 mm
950 g (2.09 lb / 33.51 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
⌀70 × 183 mm
950 g (2.09 lb / 33.51 oz)
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art is 30mm shorter and 19mm wider than 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art.
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art and 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art weigh the same.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 SLD, 3 Aspherical
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
153.4 mm vs 183 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 88.9 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.8
Max magnification
Both 0.25 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weight
Both 950 g
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.