The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S and the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM 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 70-200 F2.8 VR S is the longer of the two lenses at 220mm. The Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM with a length of 132mm, is 88mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM has a larger diameter of 101mm compared to the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S's 89mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S and Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S and the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM 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. Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM weighs 1151g, 20% (289g) lighter than the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S's weight of 1440g.
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM 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 SA and Canon EF mounts.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 VR S has a focal range of 70-200mm 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
105 - 300mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM has a focal range of 12-24mm and 2.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 18 - 36mm .
