Sigma
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
Nikon Z Mount
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art — 28–45mm f/1.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Sony
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Sony E Mount
The ultimate standard zoom — incredibly sharp, exceptionally compact, and built for professionals.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
Wins
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- A28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- A28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Min focus distance (21 cm vs 30 cm)
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Weight (695 g vs 950 g)
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has higher Max magnification (0.32 × vs 0.25 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to share28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
⌀89 × 153 mm
950 g (2.09 lb / 33.51 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
⌀88 × 120 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art is 33mm longer and 1mm wider than FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II.
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art is 255 g heavier than FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
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 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
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Special elements
Adds 2 SLD
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.8 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.8 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
Reasons to choose the FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 XA (extreme aspherical), 2 ED, 2 Super ED
- ✓
Min focus distance
21 cm vs 30 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
695 g vs 950 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
120 mm vs 153.4 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.32 × vs 0.25 × — higher is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 88.9 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Pros
- ✓Outstanding sharpness across the entire zoom range
- ✓Remarkably small and lightweight for an f/2.8 zoom
- ✓Four XD Linear focus motors provide blazing-fast AF tracking
- ✓Excellent close-up magnification
- ✓De-clickable aperture ring and customized function buttons
Cons
- –No built-in optical image stabilization (relies on body IBIS)
- –High launch price
- –Aperture ring can be easily bumped if not locked
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.