Canon EF 11–24mm lens vs Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art

Both are Canon EF wide zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Canon · 2015

EF 11–24mm lens

f/41180 g

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Sigma · 2016

Pick the Canon EF 11–24mm lens if

You want a wider view: 11mm vs 12mm at the wide end

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

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.24 m vs 0.28 m
You prefer a newer design: released 2016 vs 2015
Our notes say it suits: Landscapes and architecture, real estate interiors, astrophotography

Spec differences

12 differences

Specifications that differ between the Canon EF 11–24mm lens and the Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art
	Canon EF 11–24mm lens	Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art
Brand	Canon	Sigma
Format	not listed	Full frame
Focal length	11-24mm	12-24mm
Weight	1180 g	not listed
Length	132 mm	131.5 mm
Diameter	108 mm	102 mm slimmer
Min focus distance	0.28 m	0.24 m closer
Max magnification	not listed	0.2×
Aperture blades	not listed	9
Optical design	not listed	16 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	HSM
Released	2015	2016

4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Canon EF both
Type: Wide Zoom both
Max aperture: f/4 both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Canon EF 11–24mm lens

Canon EF 11–24mm lens: a wide-angle zoom lens with a 11-24mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4, made for Canon EF mount cameras. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.

Our notes

Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art

An ultra-wide zoom for full-frame DSLRs with a constant f/4 aperture. It has a bulbous front element without a screw-in filter thread and focuses as close as 0.24 m.