The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 200mm F2 DG and the Canon 200mm f2L 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 200mm f2L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 208mm. The Sigma 200mm F2 DG with a length of 201mm, is 7mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM also has a larger diameter of 128mm compared to the Sigma 200mm F2 DG's 119mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 200mm F2 DG and Canon 200mm f2L IS USM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 200mm F2 DG and the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM 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 200mm F2 DG weighs 1800g, which means it is 720g (28%) lighter than the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM which has a weight of 2520g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 200mm F2 DG has a filter size of 105mm whereas the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM has a 52mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 105mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 200mm F2 DG:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 200mm F2 DG has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Canon 200mm f2L IS USM has the Canon EF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF , Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.0 .
