The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro 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 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro is the longer of the two lenses at 134mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II with a length of 122mm, is 12mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro's 74mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro 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 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro weighs 715g, 2% (20g) lighter than the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II's weight of 735g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro has a 62mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II:
And these are the 62mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro has the same Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V .
Leica L mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has a focal range of 24-70mm and
2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 105mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 105mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 157.5mm .
