The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art and the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II 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. Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art is the longer of the two lenses at 123mm. The Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM with a length of 113mm, is 10mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art's 88mm 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. Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM weighs 805g, 3% (30g) lighter than the Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art's weight of 835g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art and the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM have the same Filter thread size of 82mm.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Sigma 24-70 F2.8 DG DN Art is also available in the Sony E mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
