AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR vs Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art
Buy the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E VR if you shoot a Nikon F-mount body and want stabilization built into the lens. Buy the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art if you shoot Canon EF and want the lower price. The Nikon is $1,395.00 at Willoughby's Photo Emporium as of November 3, 2026, and the Sigma is $1,258.46 at Amazon as of the same date. That is about $137 apart, and the mount decides it more than the money.
Today the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art costs $356.00 less at its best price.
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AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR
Choose the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR if you shoot a Nikon F-mount full-frame body and want in-lens VR plus fluorine-coated front and rear elements.
- VR rated to four stops helps in dim light and at slow shutter speeds.
- Sharp, with pleasing bokeh for weddings, portraits and travel.
- Fluorine coatings on both end elements resist dust, moisture and smudging.
What separates them
| AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR | Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF |
| Price, new | $1,395.00 at Willoughby's Photo Emporium as of November 3, 2026 | $1,258.46 at Amazon as of November 3, 2026 |
| Stores stocking it new | 10 stores | 2 stores |
| Image stabilization | VR, rated up to four shutter speed stops | OS optical stabilization |
| Weight | About 2.35 lb | 3.95 lb |
| Filter thread | 82mm | 82mm |
| Coatings and sealing | Nano Crystal and Super Integrated coatings; fluorine on front and rear elements | Art-line coatings; no fluorine claim listed |
| Aperture control |
Price history
- AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR: lowest $1,395.00 on Nov 4 at Willoughby's Photo Emporium.
- Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art: lowest $899.99 on Nov 4 at Walmart.
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AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR
- Willoughby's Photo EmporiumNew
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Specs compared
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR | Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Mount | Nikon F | — |
| Image Stabilizing | Yes | — |
| Ultrasonic Motor | Yes | — |
| Specialty Type | Wide Angle | — |
| Aspherical | Yes | — |
| Zoom Focal Length | 24-70 mm | — |
| Type | Zoom | — |
| Lens type | — | Zoom Lens |
| Focal length |
What reviewers say
AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR
Reviewers call it a versatile, reliable performer for weddings, portraits and travel, with sharpness and bokeh standing out. One notes it is not ideal in low light.
- Sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Versatility for weddings and branding sessions
- Worked flawlessly on a photography trip
- Not ideal for low light settings
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art
Owners and reviewers generally rate the optics highly and call it one of the sharpest 24-70mm f/2.8 zooms for the money. The recurring complaints are weight and autofocus speed compared with first-party lenses.
- Sharpness wide open and across the frame
- Effective optical stabilization
Questions and answers
- Which is better for wedding photography?
- Both work, since both are constant f/2.8 with stabilization. The Nikon is lighter and has fluorine-coated elements, which helps at outdoor and dusty venues. The Sigma saves about $137.
- Do both have image stabilization?
- Yes. The Nikon uses VR rated to four shutter speed stops. The Sigma uses its OS system. Neither replaces a fast prime in really dark rooms.
- Is the Sigma worth the weight?
- Only if the price gap matters more than 1.6 lb. At 3.95 lb the Sigma is a heavy all-day carry. The Nikon is about 2.35 lb.
- Can I use either on a mirrorless camera?
- Yes, with an adapter. The Nikon F lens needs the FTZ on Nikon Z bodies. The Canon EF Sigma needs an EF-to-mirrorless adapter on Canon RF or Sony E.
- Which has the better price right now?
- The Sigma, at $1,258.46 at Amazon as of November 3, 2026. The Nikon is $1,395.00 at Willoughby's Photo Emporium, and 10 stores stock it new versus 2 for the Sigma.
- Which lasts longer?
- Neither maker publishes a shutter-style life figure for lenses. The Nikon's fluorine coatings and electromagnetic diaphragm are the more durable-sounding design on paper, but both are sealed pro zooms that hold up with normal care.
