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 Sigma 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM 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 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 109mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM with a length of 108mm, is 1mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM'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. Sigma 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM weighs 885g, 13% (135g) 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 Sigma SA Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Sigma SA Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM and the Sigma 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM 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 Sigma 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM has the same Sigma SA lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sigma SA lenses are Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM is also available in the Nikon F (FX) and Canon EF mounts.
Sigma 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX) and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM has a focal range of 24-70mm and
2.9X zoom ratio .
On the other hand, the Sigma 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM has a focal range of 24-105mm and 4.4X zoom ratio .
