Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED vs Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM

Both are Nikon F wide zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Nikon · 2003

AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED

f/4465 gSWM

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Sigma

12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM

f/4.5

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Pick the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED if

You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/4 vs f/4.5)

Pick the Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

12 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED and the Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM
	Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED	Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM
Brand	Nikon	Sigma
Format	APS-C	not listed
Max aperture	f/4 ⅓ stop faster	f/4.5
Weight	465 g	not listed
Length	90 mm	not listed
Diameter	82.5 mm	not listed
Filter thread	77 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.3 m	not listed
Optical design	11 elements / 7 groups	not listed
Autofocus motor	SWM	not listed
Image stabilization	No	not listed
Released	2003	not listed

3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all

Mount: Nikon F both
Type: Wide Zoom both
Focal length: 12-24mm both

Our notes

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED

A 12-24mm f/4 APS-C wide-angle zoom lens, the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.

Our notes

Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM

The Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM is a full-frame wide-angle zoom lens covering 12-24mm at f/4.5-5.6 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.