Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Lens
The Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM is a 24–70mm f/2.8 lens designed for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K, Sigma SA mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Lens
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Lens Overview — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM
Key Features — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM
Constant f/2.8 Aperture: Maintains f/2.8 throughout the entire 24-70mm zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure and subject separation at any focal length.
24-70mm Zoom Range: Covers wide-angle through short telephoto in a single lens, making it practical for event, portrait, and general-purpose shooting.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed for full-frame DSLRs with no vignetting, and can also be used on APS-C bodies.
HSM Autofocus Motor: Hyper Sonic Motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus and allows full-time manual focus override without switching modes.
Five Mount Options: Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K, and Sigma SA mounts, covering the major DSLR ecosystems.
82mm Filter Thread: Large-diameter filter thread accommodates standard 82mm filters, compatible with common professional filter systems.
Lens Specifications — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Landscape, Wedding, Travel, Studio, Product |
| 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, Sigma SA |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Manual, Auto |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 82mm |
Description — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM
The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM is a full-frame standard zoom lens built for DSLR camera systems. It covers a 24-70mm focal length range — spanning wide-angle through short telephoto — with a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 maintained throughout the entire zoom range. The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus, providing operational flexibility for different shooting styles and scenarios.
Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K, and Sigma SA mounts, it integrates with the vast majority of DSLR systems on the market. The 82mm filter thread accommodates a wide range of standard filters. Weighing 790g, it is a solid, substantial lens built to match the demands of full-frame optical performance.
There is no image stabilization on board, so handheld shooting in challenging conditions will rely on the shooter's technique or the camera body's own stabilization system if available.
Pros — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM
- ✓Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture across the full 24-70mm zoom range
- ✓Full-frame coverage (lensFormat: Full Frame) suits both full-frame and APS-C DSLR bodies
- ✓Broad mount compatibility: Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K, and Sigma SA
Cons — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM
- ✗No image stabilization (imageStabilization: None), which can be a limitation in low-light handheld shooting
- ✗At 790g, the lens is relatively heavy, which may cause fatigue during extended handheld use
- ✗82mm filter thread means filters and accessories are larger and more expensive than smaller-thread alternatives
Reviews — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM
- Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM Review
Imaging Resource · 2015-01-01 - Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM Interchangeable Lens Review
ePHOTOzine · 2012-01-01 - Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro lens review with samples (Full-frame & APS-C)
Christopher Frost - Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 - The Most Important Lens You'll Ever Own
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Videos — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 HSM
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