The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II 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. Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II is the longer of the two lenses at 142mm. The Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A with a length of 123mm, is 19mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II's 84mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II 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 Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II 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. Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II weighs 675g, which means it is 266g (28%) lighter than the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A which has a weight of 941g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A 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 Z 24-70mm F2.8 II:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A has the Sigma SA lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Sigma Quattro , Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill for the Sigma SA Mount.
Canon EF and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has a focal range of 24-70mm and
2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 105mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A has a focal range of 24-35mm and 1.5X zoom ratio .
