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Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art — Prime/Zoom
Sigma

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art

Prime/Zoom

91
/ 100
From $1,499
VS
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S — Prime/Zoom
Nikon

Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S

Prime/Zoom

91
/ 100
From $2,699
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art lands at 91 and Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics

Pick Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S if…

  • ✓Fast aperture
  • ✓Quiet autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed (most)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Build

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art

Compared on the build sub-score

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art leads on build (94 vs 88).

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art more score per dollar ($1,499 vs $2,699).

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art 91
vs
91 Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S

Score breakdown

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
91
sharpness 91
af 90
build 94
value 84
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
91
sharpness 91
af 89
build 88
value 85

Specs side-by-side

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art versus Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S — full spec comparison
Spec Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

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

FAQ: Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art vs Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S

Which is better, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art or Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S? +

Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

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.

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.

Does Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art or Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 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.

Which is better for build, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art or Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S? +

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art — leads on build (94 vs 88). Compared on the build sub-score.

Which is the better value, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art or Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S? +

Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art — more score per dollar ($1,499 vs $2,699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.