Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 mm f/2.8 ASPH. vs S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG DN OS
Leica
Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 mm f/2.8 ASPH.
Sigma
S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG DN OS
Here we are comparing the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 mm f/2.8 ASPH. and the Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG DN OS. The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 mm f/2.8 ASPH. is a 70–200mm telephoto zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2024. The Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG DN OS is a 70–200mm telephoto zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2023.
There is a 1 year difference between the Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG DN OS and the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 mm f/2.8 ASPH. — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
Shopping links may contain affiliate codes that support this site at no extra cost to you.
| Compare | Lightest Image Stabilization | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | - | Video |
Price & Availability | ||
| Shop | ||
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 70-200 mm | 70-200 mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 11 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.65 m | 0.65 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | 0.19x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 1540 g | 1345 g |
| Length | 89 mm | 90.6 mm |
| Diameter | 207 mm | 205 mm |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Shop | ||
Shopping links may contain affiliate codes that support this site at no extra cost to you.
Comparing Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 mm f/2.8 ASPH. (70-200 mm, f/2.8) and Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG DN OS (70-200 mm, f/2.8).
Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG DN OS is the lightest at 1345 g, Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 mm f/2.8 ASPH. weighs 1540 g.
Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 mm f/2.8 ASPH. can focus closest at 0.65 m minimum focus distance.
Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG DN OS includes image stabilization.
Use the detailed comparison table below to see all specifications side-by-side and find the perfect lens for your photography needs.
Discover the best lenses for your camera mount and photography style
Top-rated Leica-L lenses optimized for Portrait Photography
Top-rated Leica-L lenses optimized for Landscape Photography
Top-rated Leica-L lenses optimized for Astrophotography
Explore all curated lens recommendations by mount and photography type
