Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM vs Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM and Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR .
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Product |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Name | Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM | Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR | |
| Manufacturer | Sigma | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Release Year | 2003 | 2006 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 1150 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle Lens |
Telephoto Macro |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Mount | Canon EFNikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 25 cm | 31 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
| Macro 1:1 | No (No Macro lens) | Yes |
Aperture |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Maximum Aperture |
F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 12 mm F5,6 at 24 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Construction | 16 elements / 12 groups | 14 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Focal Length | 12-24 mm | 105 mm |
| Zoom Range | 12 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
VR II |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Length | 102 mm | 116 mm |
| Weight | 600 gr | 720 gr |
Other |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8 G IF-ED Micro-Nikkor VR |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | N/A | 62 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included (Solid Construction) | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | N/A | HB-38 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |