Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II vs Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II has more in its favour on paper. The 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports gathers more light for low light and background blur; the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II is lighter and cheaper. The Sony lens is the mount maker's own, while the Sigma is a third-party alternative.
Choose the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II for
- less weight (794g vs 1300g)
- a lower price (about £1,170 vs £2,299)
Choose the 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/2.8, about 1.0 stops more light)
| FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II | 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sigma |
| Focal length | 70-200mm | 70-200mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 794 g | 1300 g |
| Stabilisation | Yes | Yes |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 72mm | 77mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £1,449 | £2,299 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £1,119–£1,219 | None listed |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II better than the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports?
The FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II offers less weight (794g vs 1300g), a lower price (about £1,170 vs £2,299); the 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/2.8, about 1.0 stops more light).
Which is better value, the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II or the 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports?
On Sony E / FE, the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II costs about £1,170 against about £2,299 for the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/2.8 worth it over f/4?
f/2.8 gathers about 1.0 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE (and other mounts: L-Mount).