The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E and the Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS 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. Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E is the longer of the two lenses at 101mm. The Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS with a length of 99mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E's 77mm diameter.
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Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E and Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
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 16-28mm F2.8 E weighs 450g, which means it is 68g (13%) lighter than the Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS which has a weight of 518g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E and the Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS have the same Filter thread size of 72mm.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E and the Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A9 III, Sony A7C Mark II and Sony A7CR.
Focal Range
Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E has a focal range of 16-28mm and
1.8X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
24 - 42mm.
On the other hand, the Sony FE 16-35mm F4 ZA OSS has a focal range of 16-35mm and 2.2X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 24 - 52.5mm.