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 and the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II 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 24-70mm F2.8 II is the longer of the two lenses at 122mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG with a length of 116mm, is 6mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II'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 weighs 715g, which means it is 20g (2%) lighter than the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II which has a weight of 735g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG and the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II 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 has the Sigma SA lens mount whereas the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has the Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill for the Sigma SA Mount and Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG is also available in the Canon EF , Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II is also available in Leica L mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
