Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro vs Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro and Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Name | Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro | Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sigma |
SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Release Year | 2009 | 2008 |
Release Date | ||
MSRP | 680 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Telephoto |
Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Mount | Canon EF-SNikon F | Canon EF-SNikon F |
Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
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 | 22 cm | 100 cm |
Maximum Magnification | ||
Macro 1:1 | No | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Maximum Aperture |
F2,8-4
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F2,8 at 17 mm F4 at 70 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Construction | 17 elements / 13 groups | 18 elements / 14 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Focal Length | 17-70 mm | 50-150 mm |
Zoom Range | 53 mm | 100 mm |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization |
Yes
OS |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Weather Sealing | No | No |
Diameter | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Length | 88 mm | 140 mm |
Weight | 535 gr | 780 gr |
Other |
Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC HSM OS Macro |
Sigma EX 50-150mm F2.8 II DC APO HSM |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 72 mm | 67 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | LH780-04 | LH732-01 690 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |