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Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S — Telephoto zoom · VR · 1360 g
Nikon

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

Telephoto zoom · VR · 1360 g

95
/ 100
From $2,699
VS
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S wins by 2
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art — L/E mount · Constant f/2.8 · 745g
Sigma

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art

L/E mount · Constant f/2.8 · 745g

93
/ 100
From $1,099
Specdex verdict

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lands at 95 and Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art at 93. That puts Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S if…

  • ✓Tack-sharp across range
  • ✓Excellent VR stabilization
  • ✓Teleconverter compatible

Pick Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art if…

  • ✓Sharper than first-party Sony GM at 1/3 the price
  • ✓Aperture ring with click toggle
  • ✓Weather-sealed
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sharpness

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S leads on sharpness (98 vs 95).

Build

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

Compared on the build sub-score

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S leads on build (98 vs 92).

Autofocus

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S leads on af (94 vs 92).

Value for money

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $2,699).

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S 95
vs
93 Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art

Score breakdown

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
95
sharpness 98
af 94
build 98
value 86
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
93
sharpness 95
af 92
build 92
value 95

Specs side-by-side

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S versus Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
Mount
Nikon Z
L-Mount + Sony E
Aperture
f/2.8
f/2.8
Weight
1360 g
▲ 745 g
Filter size
77 mm
—
Focal length
—
24-70 mm
Construction
—
19 elements / 15 groups
Min focus
—
0.18 m
Filter
—
82 mm

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

Pros
  • +Tack-sharp across range
  • +Excellent VR stabilization
  • +Teleconverter compatible
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Pricey
  • −Handholding with TC challenging

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art

Pros
  • +Sharper than first-party Sony GM at 1/3 the price
  • +Aperture ring with click toggle
  • +Weather-sealed
Cons
  • −Heavier than Sony GM II
  • −Not stabilized — relies on body IBIS
  • −Hood plastic

FAQ: Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S vs Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art

Which is better, Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S or Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art? +

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S worth the price? +

At $2,699, Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sharpness.

Is Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art worth the price? +

At $1,099, Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S or Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II 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.

Which is better for sharpness, Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S or Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art? +

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S — leads on sharpness (98 vs 95). Compared on the sharpness sub-score.

Which is better for build, Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S or Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art? +

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S — leads on build (98 vs 92). Compared on the build sub-score.