Lens comparison · Sony E / FE · updated 5 November 2026
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art vs Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art24-70mm · f/2.8 · 735gSony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II24-70mm · f/2.8 · 695g
Verdict
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art has more in its favour on paper. The Sony lens is the mount maker's own, while the Sigma is a third-party alternative.
Choose the 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art for
- a lower price (about £1,070 vs £1,280)
Choose the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II for
- less weight (695g vs 735g)
| 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art | FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sony |
| Focal length | 24-70mm | 24-70mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 735 g | 695 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 82mm | 82mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £1,299 | £2,099 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £994–£1,139 | £1,079–£1,479 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art better than the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II?
The 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art offers a lower price (about £1,070 vs £1,280); the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II offers less weight (695g vs 735g).
Which is better value, the 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art or the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II?
On Sony E / FE, the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art costs about £1,070 against about £1,280 for the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE (and other mounts: L-Mount).