Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art vs Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary
Both are L-Mount zooms for pro standard zoom and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art | Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24-70mm | 18-50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
Which should you buy?
- the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art covers 24-70mm and the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary covers 18-50mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art and the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary?
The Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art is 24-70mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary is 18-50mm f/2.8 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the L-Mount.
Do the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art and Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary fit the same camera?
Yes — both are L-Mount lenses, so they fit Panasonic Lumix S, Leica SL, and Sigma fp full-frame bodies (the L-Mount Alliance). Note the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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