The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G and the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E 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 16-28mm F2.8 E is the longer of the two lenses at 101mm. The Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G with a length of 99mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G has a larger diameter of 79mm compared to the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E's 77mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G and Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G and the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E 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. Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E weighs 450g, 7% (38g) lighter than the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G's weight of 488g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G and the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E have the same Filter thread size of 72mm .
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G and the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E has the same Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V .
Focal Range
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G has a focal range of 20-70mm and
3.5X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
30 - 105mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 E has a focal range of 16-28mm and 1.8X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 24 - 42mm .
