Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG D Lens
The Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG D is a 24–70mm f/2.8 lens designed for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG D
Key Features — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG D
Constant f/2.8 Aperture: Maintains f/2.8 throughout the entire zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure and depth of field control whether shooting at 24mm or 70mm.
24-70mm Focal Range: Covers wide-angle through short telephoto in a single lens, making it well-suited for event, portrait, and general-purpose photography.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed to cover a full-frame image circle, with no vignetting on full-frame DSLRs while remaining usable on APS-C bodies.
Auto and Manual Focus: Supports both autofocus and manual focus operation, giving photographers flexibility across a range of shooting situations.
Four-Mount Compatibility: Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, and Pentax K mounts, making it accessible to shooters across multiple DSLR systems.
82mm Filter Thread: Accepts large-diameter 82mm filters for use with polarizers, ND filters, and other creative or technical filter systems.
Lens Specifications — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG D
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Landscape, Travel, Event, Wedding |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 24–70mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 82mm |
Description — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG D
The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG D is a full-frame standard zoom lens built for DSLR camera systems, spanning a 24mm to 70mm focal length range with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture. That consistent f/2.8 opening means your exposure and depth of field characteristics remain predictable as you zoom, which is a practical advantage in fast-moving shooting environments. The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus, offering flexibility depending on your subject and shooting style.
One of its most notable qualities is its broad mount compatibility — available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, and Pentax K — making it a viable option for a wide range of DSLR shooters. The 82mm filter thread accommodates large-format filters for those who use polarizers, ND filters, or other accessories. At 715g, this is a solidly weighted lens, appropriate for its full-frame zoom design.
It does not include image stabilization, so steady technique or a tripod is recommended in challenging lighting conditions.
Pros — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG D
- ✓Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture across the full 24–70mm zoom range
- ✓Full-frame coverage with a practical standard zoom focal length range
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus operation
Cons — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG D
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be limiting in low-light or handheld situations
- ✗715g weight makes it one of the heavier options in this focal range
- ✗82mm filter thread size means filters are larger and more expensive than smaller-thread alternatives
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