The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II and the Nikon Z 70-200 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. Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II is the longer of the two lenses at 208mm. The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II with a length of 184mm, is 24mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II also has a larger diameter of 90mm compared to the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II's 87mm 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. Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II weighs 1180g, 15% (210g) lighter than the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II's weight of 1390g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II and the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 70-200 F2.8 II has the Nikon Z 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 Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II is also available in the Canon EF , Four Thirds, Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
