Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR vs Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM
Both are Nikon F lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/4 vs f/4.5)
- You need more reach: 120mm vs 24mm at the long end
- Our notes say it suits: Travel, events, general FX use
Pick the Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM if
- You want a wider view: 12mm vs 24mm at the wide end
Spec differences
16 differences| Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR | Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Sigma
|
| Type |
Zoom
|
Wide Zoom
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
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| Focal length |
24-120mm
|
12-24mm
|
| Max aperture |
f/4
⅓ stop faster
|
f/4.5
|
| Weight |
710 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
103.5 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
84 mm
|
not listed
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| Filter thread |
77 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.45 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.24×
|
not listed
|
| Aperture blades |
9
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
17 elements / 13 groups
|
not listed
|
| Autofocus motor |
SWM
|
not listed
|
| Image stabilization |
Yes
|
not listed
|
| Released |
2010
|
not listed
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- Mount
- Nikon F both
Our notes
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR
A constant-f/4 standard zoom for Nikon FX cameras with vibration reduction, popular as a walk-around lens.
Pros
- Constant f/4
- Vibration reduction
- Useful 24-120mm range
Cons
- Distortion at 24mm
- Slower than f/2.8
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.
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