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 Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II 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 Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II 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. Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II weighs 695g, 6% (50g) lighter than the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II's weight of 745g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II 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 24-70mm F2.8 II has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has the Sony E 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 Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
