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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art vs Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Art

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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM

Wideangle Zoom | Nikon F (FX)

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art
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Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM

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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM vs Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM and Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM, two Wideangle Zoom lenses by Sigma.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Key Specs

  • 14-24mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 1150g.
  • Diameter: 96mm
  • Length: 135mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.24m
  • Max Magnification:0.18x

Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Key Specs

  • 12-24mm Focal Range
  • F4 Max Aperture
  • Max Format:
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 1151g.
  • Diameter: 101mm
  • Length: 132mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.24m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 135mm. The Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM with a length of 132mm is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM has a larger diameter of 101mm compared to Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM's 96mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM weighs 1150g, which means it is 1g (0%) lighter than the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM which has a weight of 1151g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.

Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f2.8G ED Lens Nikon 14-24mm f2.8G ED
132mm
98mm 970g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon 16-35mm f4G ED VR
125mm
83mm 685g Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX Lens Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX
133mm
90mm 950g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f2.8D ED-IF Lens Nikon 17-35mm f2.8D ED-IF
106mm
83mm 745g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2
145mm
98mm 1110g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD Lens Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD
145mm
98mm 1100g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF Nikkor 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED Lens Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED
83mm
83mm 370g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 II DG HSM Lens Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 II DG HSM
120mm
87mm 670g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM and Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM is also available in Canon EF and Sigma SA mounts.

Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM is also available in Sigma SA and Canon EF mounts.

Focal Range

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM has a focal range of 14-24mm and 1.7X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 21 - 36mm.
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 an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 18 - 36mm.

Reasons to choose Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art over Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Art

Max Aperture - Wide 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at tele end
Weight 1150g vs 1151g 1g lighter
Diameter 96mm vs 101mm 5mm smaller in diameter
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Reasons to choose Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Art over Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art
Focal Length - Wide 12mm vs 14mm 2mm Wider coverage
Optical Zoom 2.00x vs 1.70x More flexible focal coverage
Length 132mm vs 135mm 3mm shorter
Max Magnification 0.2x vs 0.18x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art and Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Art
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art and Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Art
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming



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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM vs Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM
Brand Sigma Sigma
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Wideangle Zoom Wideangle Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX) Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 14-24mm 12-24mm
Image Stabilization
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No -
Zoom Lock No -
Zoom Ratio 1.7X 2.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F4
Min Aperture F22 F22
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 17 16
Optical Groups 11 11
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.24m 0.24m
Max Magnification 0.18X 0.2X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 1150g 1151g
Diameter 96mm 101mm
Length 135mm 132mm
Materials Magnesium alloy Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes No
Filter Thread Unknown Unknown
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No Unknown
Optional Accessories Petal hood can be replaced with rounded hood via -
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