Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II vs Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021 is lighter by 575g.
- Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021 goes wider (28mm vs 70mm).
- Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II reaches further (200mm vs 70mm).
| Spec | FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II | 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sigma |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Zoom |
| Focal length | 70-200mm | 28-70mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2021 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weight g | 1045.0 | 470 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 77 | 67 |
| Length mm | 200.0 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 88.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.4 | 0.19 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Blades | n/a | 9 |
| Groups | n/a | 12 |
| Af motor | n/a | Stepping motor |
| Elements | n/a | 16 |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
The second-generation f/2.8 G Master telephoto zoom, redesigned to be much lighter than the original. It has an internal zoom and built-in Optical SteadyShot.
Pros
- Internal zoom keeps the length fixed
- About 1,045 g, far lighter than the first version
- Multiple linear motors for fast autofocus
Cons
- Still a large, heavy lens
- Heavier than the f/4 alternatives
Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021
Compact f/2.8 standard zoom for full-frame mirrorless from Sigma's Contemporary line. It weighs about 470 g and starts at 28mm.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 in a small body
- Light at about 470 g
- Close focus to 0.19 m
Cons
- Starts at 28mm
- No stabilization