Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art II

The ultimate professional standard zoom lens refined.

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art II
88/100
LENS SCORE
Features 18
Performance 19
Durability 18
Price 16
Usability 17
Brand Sigma
Model 59A969

Key Features

OPTICS 19 elements in 15 groups with 6 FLD, 2 SLD, and 5 aspherical elements
APERTURE 11-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) for fast, quiet performance
MIN FOCUS 17cm at wide end, 34cm at telephoto end
VIDEO Minimized focus breathing and smooth aperture ring operation
STABILIZATION N/A (Relies on in-body camera stabilization)
COATING Super Multi-Layer and Nano Porous Coatings for flare resistance
VIEWFINDER N/A
DISPLAY N/A
CONNECTIVITY N/A
MEMORY CARD N/A
WEATHER SEALING Dust and splash-resistant structure with brass bayonet mount
BATTERY LIFE N/A

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art II

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✓ Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present

How-to Use Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art II

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Standard Zoom
Focal Length 24-70mm
Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/22
Elements/Groups 19 / 15
Diaphragm Blades 11 (Rounded)
Min Focus Distance 17-34cm
Max Magnification 1:2.7 (at 24mm)
Filter Thread 82mm
Focus Motor HLA Linear Motor
Weather Sealing Yes
Weight 735g (E-mount)
Dimensions 87.8 x 120.2 mm