Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM vs Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM and Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro.
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Product |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
Name | Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM | Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
Manufacturer | Sigma | Canon |
SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
Release Year | 2003 | 2000 |
Release Date | ||
MSRP | 1150 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
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 |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
Mount | Canon EFNikon F | Canon EF |
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 |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
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 |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
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 |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
Construction | 16 elements / 12 groups | 12 elements / 8 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
Focal Length | 12-24 mm | 100 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 | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
Weather Sealing | No | No |
Diameter | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Length | 102 mm | 119 mm |
Weight | 600 gr | 600 gr |
Other |
Sigma EX 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro |
Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | N/A | 58 mm |
Lens Hood | Included (Solid Construction) | Not Included |
Lens Hood SKU | N/A | ET-67 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |