The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C and the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L 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 24-70mm F2.8L is the longer of the two lenses at 126mm. The Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C with a length of 121mm, is 5mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C's 74mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C and Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C and the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L 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 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C weighs 625g, which means it is 275g (30%) lighter than the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L which has a weight of 900g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L has a 82mm 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 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C and the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L 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 .
Sony E , Leica L and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C has a focal range of 16-300mm and
18.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
25.6-480mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L has a focal range of 24-70mm 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 38.4 - 112mm .
