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Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art — Mirrorless standard zoom · 745 g
Sigma

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

Mirrorless standard zoom · 745 g

90
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art — Prime/Zoom
Sigma

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

Prime/Zoom

90
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art lands at 90 and Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

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

  • ✓Great optics for half the price of GM
  • ✓Dual HLA motors
  • ✓Solid sealing

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

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics
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Winner by scenario

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

Build

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

Compared on the build sub-score

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art leads on build (94 vs 90).

Sharpness

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

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art leads on sharpness (92 vs 90).

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art 90
vs
90 Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art

Score breakdown

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
90
sharpness 92
af 90
build 90
value 96
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
90
sharpness 90
af 89
build 94
value 84

Specs side-by-side

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art versus Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art — full spec comparison
Spec Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art
Mount
Sony E, L-Mount
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Aperture
f/2.8
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Weight
745 g
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Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art

Pros
  • +Great optics for half the price of GM
  • +Dual HLA motors
  • +Solid sealing
Cons
  • −Slightly slower AF than GM II
  • −Heavier than GM II
  • −Focus breathing present

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

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

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

Which is better, Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art or Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

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

At $1,199, Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in value.

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

At $1,199, Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in build.

Does Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art 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 build, Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art or Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art? +

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art — leads on build (94 vs 90). Compared on the build sub-score.

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

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art — leads on sharpness (92 vs 90). Compared on the sharpness sub-score.