Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM vs Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM is faster by 2.6 stops (f/4.5 vs f/11.0), letting in more light.
- Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM goes wider (11mm vs 12mm).
| Spec | EF 11-24mm f/4L USM | 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Sigma |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Wide Zoom |
| Focal length | 11-24mm (wider) | 12-24mm |
| Max aperture | f/11.0 | f/4.5 (faster) |
| Released | 2015 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 11 | n/a |
| Af motor | USM | n/a |
| Elements | 16 | n/a |
| Weight g | 1180.0 | n/a |
| Length mm | 132.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 108.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.28 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.16 | n/a |
Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM
A rectilinear ultra-wide zoom that goes wider than most full-frame lenses. It has a bulbous front element and no front filter thread.
Pros
- Extreme 11mm wide end
- Straight lines, not a fisheye
- Constant f/4
- Sharp for the range
Cons
- No front filter thread
- Heavy (about 1.2 kg)
- Bulbous front element is exposed
Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM
The Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM is a full-frame wide-angle zoom lens covering 12-24mm at f/4.5-5.6 for Canon EF mount cameras, with Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.