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 S 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 S is the longer of the two lenses at 126mm. The Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A with a length of 123mm, is 3mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S 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 Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S 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 S 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 S weighs 805g, which means it is 136g (14%) lighter than the Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM A which has a weight of 941g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S 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 Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S 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 S 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 .
