Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM vs Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019 is lighter by 17g.
- Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM goes wider (12mm vs 24mm).
- Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019 reaches further (70mm vs 24mm).
| Spec | FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM | 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sigma |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Zoom |
| Focal length | 12-24mm (wider) | 24-70mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2020 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weight g | 847.0 | 830 |
| Length mm | 137.0 | 124.9 |
| Diameter mm | 97.6 | 87.8 |
| Min focus m | 0.28 | 0.18 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.14 | 0.34 |
| Blades | n/a | 11 |
| Groups | n/a | 15 |
| Af motor | n/a | Stepping motor |
| Elements | n/a | 19 |
| Filter mm | n/a | 82 |
Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM
An f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom for full-frame E-mount covering 12-24mm. The bulbous front element prevents screw-in filters, so filters are handled at the rear or with a holder.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 at 12mm
- Linear motors for fast focus
- Strong for night-sky work
Cons
- Weighs about 847 g, heavy for a wide zoom
- No front filter thread
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019
Sigma's f/2.8 standard zoom for full-frame mirrorless in the Art line, with a dust- and splash-proof structure. It covers 24-70mm and weighs about 830 g.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 across 24-70mm
- Dust- and splash-proof structure
- Close focus to 0.18 m
Cons
- Heavier than an f/4 zoom
- No optical stabilization in the lens