The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM and the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II 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 II is the longer of the two lenses at 208mm. The Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM with a length of 132mm, is 76mm 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 II's 90mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM and Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM and the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II 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, which means it is 29g (2%) lighter than the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II which has a weight of 1180g.
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II has the Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6 , Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount and Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Sigma SA and Canon EF mounts.
Focal Range
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 .
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II 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 .
