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 Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR 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. Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR is the longer of the two lenses at 155mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM with a length of 95mm, is 60mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR'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 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM weighs 790g, which means it is 280g (26%) lighter than the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR which has a weight of 1070g.
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 EX DG HSM and the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR 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 EX DG HSM and the Nikon 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR 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 EX DG HSM is also available in 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.