Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II vs Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary
Both are Sony E mount zooms for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II | Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-35mm | 16-28mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II covers 16-35mm and the Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary covers 16-28mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM IISee price on Amazon
Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN ContemporarySee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II and the Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary?
The Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II is 16-35mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame; the Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary is 16-28mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II and Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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