The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM C and the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM 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 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 89mm. The Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM C with a length of 82mm, is 7mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 79mm.
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 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM C weighs 465g, which means it is 55g (10%) lighter than the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM which has a weight of 520g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM C and the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM 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 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM C and the Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM has the same Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (DX) lenses are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600.
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM C is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC OS HSM is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
17-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 - F4.0.