The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A and the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM 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 EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM is the longer of the two lenses at 199mm. The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A with a length of 139mm, is 60mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A has a larger diameter of 91mm compared to the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM's 89mm diameter.
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 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A weighs 1130g, which means it is 360g (24%) lighter than the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM which has a weight of 1490g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM 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 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 135mm.
On the other hand, the Canon EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II USM has a focal range of 70-200mm and 2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 112 - 320mm.
