Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR vs Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sport

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

Nikon

AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR

f/2.81470 g

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Sigma

70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sport

f/2.8HSM

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Pick the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sport if

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 1.2 m vs 1.5 m
Our notes say it suits: Sports and events, portraits at distance, concert and stage work

Spec differences

11 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR and the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sport
	Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR	Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sport
Brand	Nikon	Sigma
Format	not listed	Full frame
Weight	1470 g	not listed
Length	215 mm	202.9 mm shorter
Diameter	87 mm slimmer	94.2 mm
Filter thread	77 mm	82 mm
Min focus distance	1.5 m	1.2 m closer
Max magnification	not listed	0.21×
Aperture blades	not listed	11
Optical design	not listed	24 elements / 22 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	HSM

5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Nikon F both
Type: Telephoto Zoom both
Focal length: 70-200mm both
Max aperture: f/2.8 both
Image stabilization: Yes both

Our notes

Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR

The Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR is a fast telephoto zoom lens covering 70-200mm at f/2.8 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

Our notes

Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sport

Sigma's stabilized 70-200mm f/2.8 Sport telephoto zoom for full-frame DSLRs, with an 11-bladed aperture and a minimum focus distance of 1.2 m. It takes 82mm filters.