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Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. vs Sigma 20-60mm f/2.8-4 DG Contemporary

Both are Leica L zoom lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. if

  • You need more reach: 70mm vs 60mm at the long end

Pick the Sigma 20-60mm f/2.8-4 DG Contemporary if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 471 g lighter (385 g vs 856 g)
  • You want a wider view: 20mm vs 24mm at the wide end

Spec differences

13 differences
Specifications that differ between the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. and the Sigma 20-60mm f/2.8-4 DG Contemporary
Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. Sigma 20-60mm f/2.8-4 DG Contemporary
Brand
Leica
Sigma
Focal length
24-70mm
20-60mm
Weight
856 g
385 g lighter
Length
not listed
86 mm
Diameter
not listed
72.2 mm
Filter thread
not listed
67 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.16 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.44×
Aperture blades
not listed
9
Optical design
not listed
15 elements / 13 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Linear motor
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
Released
not listed
2026
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Leica L both
Type
Zoom both
Format
Full frame both
Max aperture
f/2.8 both
Image stabilization
No both

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