The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 and the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS 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 RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 127mm. The Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 with a length of 116mm, is 11mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8's 73mm 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 17-40mm f1.8 weighs 535g, which means it is 305g (36%) lighter than the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM which has a weight of 840g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM 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 17-40mm f1.8:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 and the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM 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.
Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 is also available in the Sony E , Leica L and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 has a focal range of 17-40mm and
2.4X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
27.2-64mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM has a focal range of 15-35mm and 2.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 24 - 56mm.
