Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art vs Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II PZD

Both are Pentax K lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Sigma

Pick the Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art if

You want a wider view: 12mm vs 18mm at the wide end

Pick the Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II PZD if

You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/3.5 vs f/4)
You need more reach: 270mm vs 24mm at the long end

Spec differences

13 differences

Specifications that differ between the Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art and the Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II PZD
	Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art	Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II PZD
Brand	Sigma	Tamron
Type	Wide Zoom	Superzoom
Format	Full frame	not listed
Focal length	12-24mm	18-270mm
Max aperture	f/4	f/3.5 ⅓ stop faster
Length	131.5 mm	not listed
Diameter	102 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.24 m	not listed
Max magnification	0.2×	not listed
Aperture blades	9	not listed
Optical design	16 elements / 11 groups	not listed
Autofocus motor	HSM	not listed
Image stabilization	No	not listed

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Mount: Pentax K both

Our notes

Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art

The Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art is a full-frame wide-angle zoom lens covering 12-24mm at f/4 for Pentax K mount cameras, from the Sigma Art line with Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.

Our notes

Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II PZD

A 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 APS-C superzoom lens, the Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II PZD is designed for Pentax K mount bodies, with quiet motor-driven autofocus. A high-ratio travel zoom covering wide-angle to telephoto in one lens.