Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70 mm f/2.8 T* ZA SSM II vs 24-70 mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro
Sony
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70 mm f/2.8 T* ZA SSM II
Sigma
24-70 mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro
Here we are comparing the Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70 mm f/2.8 T* ZA SSM II and the Sigma 24-70 mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro. The Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70 mm f/2.8 T* ZA SSM II is a 24–70mm zoom lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2017. The Sigma 24-70 mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro is a 24–70mm macro lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2004.
There is a 13 years difference between the Sigma 24-70 mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro and the Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70 mm f/2.8 T* ZA SSM II — 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.
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| Compare | Lightest | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape | Landscape Macro |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 24-70 mm | 24-70 mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.34 m | 0.4 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | 0.26x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 974 g | 700 g |
| Length | 111 mm | 115.5 mm |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2017 | 2004 |
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Comparing Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70 mm f/2.8 T* ZA SSM II (24-70 mm, f/2.8) and Sigma 24-70 mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro (24-70 mm, f/2.8).
Sigma 24-70 mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro is the lightest at 700 g, Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70 mm f/2.8 T* ZA SSM II weighs 974 g.
Sony Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-70 mm f/2.8 T* ZA SSM II can focus closest at 0.34 m minimum focus distance.
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