The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD and the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG 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. Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD is the longer of the two lenses at 117mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG with a length of 116mm, is 1mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD's 88mm 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 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG weighs 715g, 13% (110g) lighter than the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD's weight of 825g.
Filter Threads
Both the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD and the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG have the same Filter thread size of 82mm.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD has the Canon EF lens mount whereas the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG has the Sigma SA 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 Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill for the Sigma SA Mount.
Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 VC USD is also available in the Nikon F (FX) and Sony Alpha mounts.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
