Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II vs Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM goes wider (17mm vs 70mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II reaches further (200mm vs 70mm).
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II | 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Macro |
| Focal length | 70-200mm | 17-70mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Filter mm | 77 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Min focus m | 1.4 | n/a |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
The second-generation 70-200mm f/2.8 pro telephoto for Nikon FX cameras, with vibration reduction and a silent-wave motor.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Vibration reduction
- Sharp
Cons
- Heavy (about 1.5 kg)
- Focus breathing at close range
- Larger than the f/4
Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM
Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM: an APS-C macro zoom lens with a 17-70mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8-4, made for Nikon F mount cameras, with Optical Stabilizer and Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as ...
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