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Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art vs Canon EF 24-70mm f4L IS USM

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Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM

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Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM vs Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM and Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM, two Standard Zoom lenses from Sigma and Canon. Both lenses have the same focal range of 24-70mm but different max apertures: Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM has a max aperture of F2.8 while the Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM has a max aperture of F4.0.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Key Specs

  • 24-70mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 82mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 1020g.
  • Diameter: 88mm
  • Length: 108mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.37m
  • Max Magnification:0.21x

Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM Key Specs

  • 24-70mm Focal Range
  • F4.0 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 600g.
  • Diameter: 83mm
  • Length: 93mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.38m
  • Max Magnification:0.7x

What type of photography are the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM and Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM lenses good for?

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 DG OS HSM and the Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM
Bird/WildlifeFairFair
SportsAverageFair
PortraitVery GoodGood
TravelVery GoodGood
StreetVery GoodGood
WeddingVery GoodGood
Walk AroundVery GoodVery Good
VloggingVery GoodGood
LandscapeVery GoodVery Good
MacroFairGood

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 108mm. The Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM with a length of 93mm is 15mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM also has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM's 83mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM weighs 600g, 41% (420g) lighter than the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM's weight of 1020g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Standard Zoom Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Zoom Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Canon EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM Lens Canon 24-105mm f4L IS USM
107mm
84mm 670g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 35-80mm f4.0-5.6 III Lens Canon 35-80mm f4.0-5.6 III
64mm
65mm 175g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM Lens Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM
113mm
89mm 805g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 28-80mm f3.5-5.6 V USM Lens Canon 28-80mm f3.5-5.6 V USM
71mm
67mm 220g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 28-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens Canon 28-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM
97mm
78mm 540g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM Lens Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM
121mm
78mm 810g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L USM Lens Canon 24-70mm f2.8L USM
124mm
83mm 950g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM Lens Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM
92mm
84mm 565g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM and Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.

Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM is also available in Sigma SA and Nikon F (FX) mounts.

Focal Range

Reasons to choose Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art over Canon EF 24-70mm f4L IS USM

Max Aperture - Wide 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at tele end
Minimum Focus Distance 0.37m vs 0.38m can focus closer to the subject

Reasons to choose Canon EF 24-70mm f4L IS USM over Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art

Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Weight 600g vs 1020g 420g lighter
Diameter 83mm vs 88mm 5mm smaller in diameter
Length 93mm vs 108mm 15mm shorter
Filter Thread 77mm vs 82mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Max Magnification 0.7x vs 0.21x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art and Canon EF 24-70mm f4L IS USM
Image Stabilization Yes vs Yes Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Weather Sealing Yes vs Yes safer to use under rain and dust
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art and Canon EF 24-70mm f4L IS USM
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming



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Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM vs Canon 24-70mm f4L IS USM Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Sigma Canon
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Standard Zoom Standard Zoom
Lens Mount Canon EF Canon EF
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 24-70mm 24-70mm
Image Stabilization Yes Yes
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No Yes
Zoom Ratio 2.9X 2.9X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F4.0
Min Aperture F22 F22.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 19 15
Optical Groups 14 12
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.37m 0.38m
Max Magnification 0.21X 0.7X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale No Yes
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 1020g 600g
Diameter 88mm 83mm
Length 108mm 93mm
Materials Metal Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Yes
Filter Thread 82mm 77mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code LH876-04 EW-83L
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - Soft Case LP1219
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