Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art Canon EF vs Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM

Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art Canon EF vs Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM

When comparing Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM and Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art Canon EF, which one is better?

1. Lens Mount Comparison

These two lenses use the same lens mount, the Canon EF. This means that both lenses are compatible with cameras that use this mount.

Winner: Tied

Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.

2. Largest Aperture Comparison

Both lenses share the same aperture of 2.8 — this means that you may buy both Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art - Canon EF and Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM in this regard; they''re the same.

Winner: Tied

Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.

3. Anamorphic Comparison

Neither Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM or Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art - Canon EF are anamorphic lenses.

Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature

Regarding anamorphic: Anamorphic lenses are usually used on cinema cameras and squeezes the image when its recorded, which gives the final, stretched out, image oval bokeh and a different angle of view. The most common lenses, however, are not anamorphic but spherical, which gives a spherical bokeh and is a much cheaper lens design.

4. Lens Type Comparison

The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art - Canon EF is a Zoom lens while the Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM is a Prime lens. Whether or not a zoom lens or a prime lens is what you need, is up to you to decide; they both have their respective strengths and weaknesses.

Winner: Tied — It depends on your gear

Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.

5. Stabilization Comparison

Neither Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art - Canon EF or Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM feature built-in image stabilization.

Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature

Regarding image stabilization: When a lens features built-in stabilization, it will actively help you hold the image steady by adjusting the optical elements inside the lens to compensate for movements. Do remember that lens stabilization is not required, but it may be suitable depending on your specific needs.

6. Autofocus Comparison

Both lenses have autofocus, which means that they're both great at focusing targets while taking photographs or filming video. Just remember, most cameras do not offer good autofocus while filming video.

Winner: Tied — both have this feature

Regarding autofocus: Lenses with autofocus help you focus when shooting pictures or video. If a lens only has manual focus it means that you have to focus manually by adjusting the focus wheel on the lens. Most cinema lenses do not use autofocus and are manual focus only.

Specifications

Full specifications table of Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art Canon EF and Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM:

	Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art - Canon EF	Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM
	Price ➔	Price ➔
Brand	Sigma	Canon
Weight	1020 g	Missing
Lens Mount	Canon EF	Canon EF
Focal Length	24 - 70 mm	200 mm
Largest Aperture	2.8	2.8
Anamorphic	No	No
Type	Zoom	Prime
Image Stabilization	No	No
Parfocal	Yes	Missing
Autofocus	Evet	Evet
Weather Seal	Missing	Yes
Full Frame Coverage	Missing	Yes
Lens Hood Included	Missing	Yes