The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 and the Nikon Z 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 28-45mm F1.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 151mm. The Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II with a length of 142mm, is 9mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 also has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II's 84mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 and Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 and the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II Size and Weight 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. Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II weighs 675g, 29% (285g) lighter than the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8's weight of 960g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 28-45mm F1.8:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has the Nikon Z lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 has a focal range of 28-45mm and
1.6X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
42 - 67.5mm .
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 II has a focal range of 24-70mm and 2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36 - 105mm .
