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 Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD 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. Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD is the longer of the two lenses at 117mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM with a length of 108mm, is 9mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 88mm.
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. Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD weighs 825g, 19% (195g) 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 Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM and the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD 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
Both the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM and the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM is also available in the Sigma SA and Canon EF mounts.
Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD is also available in Canon EF and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
