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 EX DG HSM and the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM 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. Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM is the longer of the two lenses at 113mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM with a length of 95mm, is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 89mm.
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 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM weighs 790g, which means it is 15g (1%) lighter than the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM which has a weight of 805g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM and the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM 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 EX DG HSM has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM is also available in the Canon EF , Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
