The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro A and the Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro A and Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro A and the Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro 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.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro A and the Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro have the same Filter thread size of 49mm .
Below are links to the 49mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro A has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro has the Canon EF 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 Blackmagic URSA 12K LF , Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro is also available in Nikon F (FX) , Sigma SA and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .