Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
Prime/Zoom
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
Prime/zoom
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art lands at 91 and Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Pick Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testBuild
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN ArtCompared on the build sub-score
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art leads on build (94 vs 90).
Sharpness
TieCompared on the sharpness sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Autofocus
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN ArtCompared on the autofocus sub-score
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art leads on af (90 vs 87).
Value for money
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN ArtSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art more score per dollar ($1,499 vs $1,899).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art | Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM |
|---|
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
- +Proven optical formula
- +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- +Strong resale
- −Mount-specific
- −Older AF motor on some
- −Heavier than modern counterparts
FAQ: Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art vs Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
Which is better, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art or Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
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.
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.
Does Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art or Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM 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 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art or Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM? +
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art — leads on build (94 vs 90). Compared on the build sub-score.
Which is better for autofocus, Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art or Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM? +
Sigma 35-150mm f/2-2.8 DG DN Art — leads on af (90 vs 87). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.