Nikon
Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Prime/Zoom
90
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
Sigma
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
Mirrorless standard zoom · 745 g
90
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lands at 90 and Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Pick Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art if…
- ✓Great optics for half the price of GM
- ✓Dual HLA motors
- ✓Solid sealing
Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR 90
vs 90 Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
Score breakdown
Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
90 sharpness 90
af 89
build 94
value 84
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
90 sharpness 92
af 90
build 90
value 96
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR | Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | — | Sony E, L-Mount |
| Aperture | — | f/2.8 |
| Weight | — | 745 g |
Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
Pros
- +Great optics for half the price of GM
- +Dual HLA motors
- +Solid sealing
Cons
- −Slightly slower AF than GM II
- −Heavier than GM II
- −Focus breathing present
FAQ: Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR vs Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
Which is better, Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR or Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR worth the price? +
At $1,699, Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in build.
Is Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art worth the price? +
At $1,199, Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in value.
Does Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR or Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II 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.