Sigma
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Sony E Mount
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art — 24–70mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,099
Launch priceReleased Nov 2019
Sigma
28-70mm F2.8 DG DN
Sony E Mount
28-70mm F2.8 DG DN — 28–70mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$899
Launch priceReleased Mar 2021
28-70mm F2.8 DG DN is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Wins
28-70mm F2.8 DG DN
6 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- B28-70mm F2.8 DG DN has lower Weight (470 g vs 835 g)
- B28-70mm F2.8 DG DN has lower Length (116 mm vs 167 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
- ✓
Control ring
Only 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art supports it
Reasons to choose the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN
- ✓
Weight
470 g vs 835 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
116 mm vs 167 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Min focus distance
Both 38 cm
Max magnification
Both 0.25 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Diameter
Both 70 mm
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
28-70mm F2.8 DG DN
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.