The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR and the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM 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 AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR is the longer of the two lenses at 203mm. The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II with a length of 184mm, is 19mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II's 87mm 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 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II weighs 1390g, 2% (40g) lighter than the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR's weight of 1430g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR and the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II has the Pentax KAF3 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 , and for the Pentax KAF3 Mount.
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II is also available in Canon EF , Four Thirds, Sony Alpha, Sigma SA and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
