The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS 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. Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS is the longer of the two lenses at 107mm. The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C with a length of 64mm, is 43mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS also has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C's 72mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS 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 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C weighs 255g, which means it is 445g (63%) lighter than the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS which has a weight of 700g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS has the same Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R50 V , Canon R100 and Canon R50 .
Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C is also available in the Sony E , Leica L and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C has a focal range of 10-18mm and
1.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
16-28.8mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS has a focal range of 24-105mm and 4.4X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 38.4 - 168mm .