Canon
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
Prime/zoom
91
/ 100
From $1,899
VS
Sigma
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Prime/Zoom
91
/ 100
From $1,499
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM lands at 91 and Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Pick Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM 91
vs 91 Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Score breakdown
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
91 sharpness 91
af 87
build 90
value 86
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
91 sharpness 91
af 90
build 94
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM | Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art |
|---|
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
Pros
- +Proven optical formula
- +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- +Strong resale
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Older AF motor on some
- −Heavier than modern counterparts
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
FAQ: Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM vs Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Which is better, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM or Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM worth the price? +
At $1,899, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in sharpness.
Is Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art worth the price? +
At $1,499, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in build.
Does Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM or Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.