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Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f/2.8 ASPH. vs Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art (L-Mount)

Key differences

  • —For close-ups the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art (L-Mount) reaches 0.34× vs 0.34×.

Which to choose

  • Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f/2.8 ASPH.

    Choose it for:

    • +The sharpest results in reviews
    • +The fastest autofocus in reviews
  • 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art (L-Mount)

    Choose it for:

    • +The best close-ups: 0.34× magnification

Computed from published specs, confirmed launch prices and, where every lens has at least two reviews, review scores.

Leica
Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f/2.8 ASPH.
Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f/2.8 ASPH.
VARIO-ELMARIT
Sigma
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art (L-Mount)
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art (L-Mount)
ART
Mount
L-Mount (FF)
L-Mount (FF)
Focal length
24–70mm
24–70mm
Max aperture
F2.8
F2.8
Weight
856g
835g◆
Dimensions ⌀ × L
88.0 × 123.0mm
87.8 × 122.9mm
Volume
748 cm³
744 cm³◆
Density
1.14 g/cm³
1.12 g/cm³
Filter thread
⌀82mm
⌀82mm
Min focus
0.18m
0.18m
Max magnification
0.34×
0.34×◆
Elements / groups
19 / 15
19 / 15
Aperture blades
11
11
Focus drive
Stepping motor
Stepping Motor
Stabilisation
—
—
Weather sealed
Yes
Yes
Aperture ring
—
—
Released
2021
2019
MSRP (USD)
Unconfirmed
$1,099
Sharpness
8.8◆
8.2
Bokeh Rendering
8.5◆
8.4
Autofocus Speed
8.5◆
7.8
Flare Resistance
8.4◆
8.2
Build / Sealing
9.4◆
8.8
Value / Size
6.4
8.8◆
SHARPBOKEHAFFLAREBUILDVALUE

Performance overlay

  • Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f/2.8 ASPH.
  • 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art (L-Mount)

◆ marks the best value in a row. Scores are 0–10 editorial ratings.