The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED and the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II 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. Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED is the longer of the two lenses at 133mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II with a length of 122mm, is 11mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED's 83mm diameter.
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. Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II weighs 735g, 18% (165g) lighter than the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED's weight of 900g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has a 82mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has the Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount and Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II is also available in Leica L mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
