The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE and the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C 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. Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C is the longer of the two lenses at 49mm. The Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE with a length of 43mm, is 6mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE has a larger diameter of 72mm compared to the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C's 64mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE and Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE and the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C 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 28mm F2.8 SE weighs 160g, which means it is 65g (28%) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C which has a weight of 225g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE has a filter size of 52mm whereas the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C has a 55mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE:
And these are the 55mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C has the Sony E 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 Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Leica L mount.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 28mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
42mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 24mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36mm .
