The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM and the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 127mm. The Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A with a length of 123mm, is 4mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A's 88mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM and Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM and the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM weighs 840g, which means it is 101g (10%) lighter than the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A which has a weight of 941g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM and the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A have the same Filter thread size of 82mm .
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A has the Canon EF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF , Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A is also available in Nikon F (FX) and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM has a focal range of 15-35mm and
2.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
24 - 56mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A has a focal range of 24-35mm and 1.5X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 38.4 - 56mm .