Comparison of Konica Minolta AF 28-70mm f/2.8 G and Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art

Attribute	Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art ×	Konica Minolta AF 28-70mm f/2.8 G ×
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	34.30 - 84.10	34.00 - 75.00
Notes	Available AF Mounts: Sigma SA, Canon EF, Nikon F; Image Stabilized; Mount with dust- and splash-proof design; Compatible with Mount Converter MC-11	Included Accessories: Lens Hood
Aperture (f)	2.80 - 22.00	2.80 - 22.00
Magnification Ratio (x)	0.21	0.09
Filter Size (mm)	82	72
Focus Details	Internal focus; HSM with full-time manual override	-
Type	Standard Zoom	Standard Zoom
APS Equivalent	1.5x: 36 - 105mm; 1.6x: 38.4 - 112mm	42 - 105mm
Diaphragm Blades	9	9
Image Circle	35mm	35mm
Focal Length (mm)	24.00 - 70.00	28.00 - 70.00
Brand	Sigma	Konica-minolta
Name	Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art	Konica Minolta AF 28-70mm f/2.8 G
Weight (g)	1020	850
Zoom System	Rotary	Rotary
Lens Construction	19 elements in 14 groups, including 4 aspherical and 3 SLD elements	16 elements in 11 groups
Diameter (mm)	88	83
Length (mm)	107.6	114
Diaphragm Blades Type	rounded	-
Closest Focus (m)	0.37	0.85