Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR vs Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM

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

50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM

f/2.8HSM

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

You need more reach: 200mm vs 150mm at the long end

Pick the Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM if

You want a wider view: 50mm vs 70mm at the wide end
You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.8 m vs 1.5 m

Spec differences

11 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR and the Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM
	Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G IF-ED VR	Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM
Brand	Nikon	Sigma
Format	not listed	APS-C
Focal length	70-200mm	50-150mm
Weight	1470 g	not listed
Length	215 mm	not listed
Diameter	87 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	1.5 m	0.8 m closer
Max magnification	not listed	0.16×
Aperture blades	not listed	9
Optical design	not listed	21 elements / 15 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	HSM

5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, max aperture, filter thread, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Nikon F both
Type: Telephoto Zoom both
Max aperture: f/2.8 both
Filter thread: 77 mm 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.

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