Dear allI wonder if someone tests the D500 + nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 vs Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 in mirrorless (Nikon Zfc/ z50)This is because I need a small lens to travel around, but I would like a quality lens acceptable. My 17-55 is sweet but too heavy. the sigma 18-50 weigh only half.Thank u all

Peace_VN wrote:Dear allI wonder if someone tests the D500 + nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 vs Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 in mirrorless (Nikon Zfc/ z50)This is because I need a small lens to travel around, but I would like a quality lens acceptable. My 17-55 is sweet but too heavy. the sigma 18-50 weigh only half.Thank u allYour request is confusing.Does a Sigma 18-50/2.8 exist in Z mount?JC Some cameras, some lenses, some computers

My bad.. I saw a friend has it in fuji so I thought they also do for nikonn057 wrote:Peace_VN wrote:Dear allI wonder if someone tests the D500 + nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 vs Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 in mirrorless (Nikon Zfc/ z50)This is because I need a small lens to travel around, but I would like a quality lens acceptable. My 17-55 is sweet but too heavy. the sigma 18-50 weigh only half.Thank u allYour request is confusing.Does a Sigma 18-50/2.8 exist in Z mount?JC Some cameras, some lenses, some computers

Peace_VN wrote:My bad.. I saw a friend has it in fuji so I thought they also do for nikonn057 wrote:Peace_VN wrote:Dear allI wonder if someone tests the D500 + nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 vs Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 in mirrorless (Nikon Zfc/ z50)This is because I need a small lens to travel around, but I would like a quality lens acceptable. My 17-55 is sweet but too heavy. the sigma 18-50 weigh only half.Thank u allNot sure if you are looking to put this on an F-mount or mirrorless camera.For Z-mount cameras: the closest thing is the 16-50 Z DX ($300), but that is F/3.5-6.3.  It has VR so the lower aperture should be less of an issue. For travel and vacation photos, a Zfc/Z50 + 16-50Z is a great combo, weighing about 20oz total. If you absolutely need the wide aperture and low weight, a prime lens is your best bet (28mm Z).For F-mount: the 16-80mm F/2.8-4 VR is probably the best option.  It is 17oz compared to the 26.5oz of the 17-55f/2.8. The other option is a lighter body - the D3500 is 15oz lighter than the D500, has a flash and is less likely to get stolen. For vacation/travel the pictures are the same - but for wildlife/birds you want the D500.Lastly, no mirrorless lens (Z, RF, E, M, L) can be adapted to a DSLR camera.  You can adapt DSLR lenses to mirrorless bodies.  So, if you're looking for an ideal lens for your needs on a Z-mount camera, the mirrorless forum is probably best.

Peace_VN wrote:My bad.. I saw a friend has it in fuji so I thought they also do for nikonThey make it in E-Mount, and E-Mount can be adapted to Z-Mount with an adapter ring.

Peace_VN wrote:Dear allI wonder if someone tests the D500 + nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 vs Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 in mirrorless (Nikon Zfc/ z50)This is because I need a small lens to travel around, but I would like a quality lens acceptable. My 17-55 is sweet but too heavy. the sigma 18-50 weigh only half.Thank u allThe FTZ adapter doesn't allow many older third-party lenses to autofocus on Z cameras. Otherwise, I'd suggest a Tamron 17-50 for DSLR DX bodies. I had the first non-VC version and the later VC version before getting the Nikkor. I found the Tamrons to be shape than Sigmas, but not as good as the Nikkor at all apertures and distortion.So, compatibility might be the main issue in the end, and why you may have to put up with the extra weight of your lens. If you're planning to get a Z-DX body, get the kit lens with it -- optically, it's got good reviews.

Parry Johnson wrote:If you're planning to get a Z-DX body, get the kit lens with it -- optically, it's got good reviews.f3.5-6.3 isn't exactly enticing, I understand how OP might be feeling.

straitouttahell wrote:Parry Johnson wrote:If you're planning to get a Z-DX body, get the kit lens with it -- optically, it's got good reviews.f3.5-6.3 isn't exactly enticing, I understand how OP might be feeling.I know. It doesn't wow me, either. However, there is something to be said for being inconspicuous.I use Nikon 1 cameras for that purpose, sometimes. Also, the Nikon 17-55 is a bit unwieldy adapted on my V3, but it works well when I need a bit more light or reach than the tiny 10-30 (27-80 equivalent) kit lens. The big Nikkor is so sharp wide open at 2.7X that it makes a good portrait lens for the N1 system.Edit: Adapted to the Z-DX cameras, that lens would feel much the same as on my N1 bodies.

Parry Johnson wrote:Edit: Adapted to the Z-DX cameras, that lens would feel much the same as on my N1 bodies.I once saw a photo of a Z50 with FTZ and a Sigma 18-35 f1.8. Compared to the size of the body, the lens looked like a 400mm f2.8

You might want to consider the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro HSM OS.  I shoot one on my D500 for a compact and light weight walk around. However, wide angle is 28mm and it’s f4 at 70mm. For what I photograph and the D500 high ISO performance, f4 isn’t a problem. It’s a pleasure to use and I appreciate it capability to compose close to a subject and shoot wide.