Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art.
The redesigned Art delivers GM-class sharpness at half the price. Faster AF, lighter build, and the L-mount/E-mount option that keeps catching first-party off guard.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“The smartest standard-zoom value on E-mount and L-mount today. Editorial verdict pending Curator authoring.”
The Gavler Verdict
Precision Engineering
Optically GM-Class
Sharp wide open across the zoom range — independent reviewers rate it within 5% of Sony's GM II.
Lighter, Faster AF
HLA linear motors deliver near-first-party autofocus in a body 80g lighter than the Mark I.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Multiple outlets call it the best non-first-party 24-70 ever made. Curator content pending.
Cast Your Vote
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Best Price Availability.
Prices checked April 2026
Global Critique
“GM-class images at half the price.”
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