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 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG 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 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG with a length of 116mm, is 10mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 89mm.
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 EX DG weighs 715g, 11% (90g) lighter than the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S's weight of 805g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S and the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG 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 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG has the Nikon F (FX) 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 Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
