Nikon
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
Prime/Zoom
91
/ 100
From $2,699
VS
Sigma
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Prime/Zoom
91
/ 100
From $1,499
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S lands at 91 and Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S if…
- ✓Fast aperture
- ✓Quiet autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed (most)
Pick Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 91
vs 91 Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Score breakdown
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
91 sharpness 91
af 89
build 88
value 85
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
91 sharpness 91
af 90
build 94
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S | Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art |
|---|
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
Pros
- +Fast aperture
- +Quiet autofocus
- +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Weight varies
- −Price scales with quality
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
FAQ: Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S vs Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Which is better, Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S or Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S worth the price? +
At $2,699, Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in sharpness.
Is Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art worth the price? +
At $1,499, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in build.
Does Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S or Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.