Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM vs Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-200 mm f/4.0G ED VR
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| Compare | Fastest Aperture Image Stabilization | Lightest Image Stabilization |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Video | Travel Video |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 70-200 mm | 70-200 mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 1.2 m | 1 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 1805 g | 850 g |
| Length | 94.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Diameter | 202.9 mm | 176 mm |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 67 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2010 | 2012 |
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Comparing Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM (70-200 mm, f/2.8) and Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-200 mm f/4.0G ED VR (70-200 mm, f/4).
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-200 mm f/4.0G ED VR is the lightest at 850 g, Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM weighs 1805 g.
Sigma S 70-200 mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-200 mm f/4.0G ED VR can focus closest at 1 m minimum focus distance.
Both lenses feature image stabilization for handheld shooting.
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