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 OS HSM and the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM 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 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 197mm. The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II with a length of 184mm, is 13mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM's 86mm 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 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II weighs 1390g, 2% (40g) lighter than the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM's weight of 1430g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM and the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM 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 OS HSM has the Canon EF lens mount whereas the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II has the Pentax KAF3 lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount and , and for the Pentax KAF3 Mount.
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is also available in the Nikon F (FX) , Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG HSM II is also available in Canon EF , Four Thirds, Sony Alpha, Sigma SA and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
