Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN
A constant f/2.8 aperture across a 28-105mm zoom range paired with an HLA motor delivers fast, precise autofocus and a useful 1:3.1 magnification for close-ups. Its dust- and splash-resistant build, combined with a 12-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh, offers a durable, all-in-one solution that reduces lens swaps during events. This lens is best for portrait and wedding photographers who need a versatile, weather-sealed workhorse with a bright aperture for low light.
Snapshot
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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- Q4 2025100/100
Buyers praised the lens for its unique focal range, versatility, image quality, and fast autofocus. One mentioned a stiff zoom ring, but overall sentiment was highly positive.
- Unique and versatile focal range from 28 to 105 mm is widely appreciated.
- Excellent image quality, fast autofocus, and a precise aperture ring set a new standard.
- A few users find the lens reasonably light; one mentions the zoom ring is very stiff.
- Highly recommended for events, video, and everyday carry despite being slightly larger than a 24–70.
- Q2 202580/100
Reviewers praised the lens as a versatile all-around option, especially for video and weddings, with good build quality and sharpness.
- Versatile all-around lens, ideal for weddings and video work.
- Sharpness and build quality satisfy users.
- Some prefer it over 24-70mm for extra reach, others miss wide end.
- No reliability or defect issues reported in this period.
Based on 16 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 |
| Focal Length Max | 105 |
| Elements | 18 |
| Groups | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 5 |
| ED Elements | 3 |
| Coating | water- and oil-repellent coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 12 |
Build
| Mount | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 1.0 kg / 2.2 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 82 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 400 |
| Max Magnification | 1:3 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN | Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 | Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 28-105mm | 17-70mm | 17-28mm | 18-135mm | 12-35mm | 28-70mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Mount | L-Mount | Sony E | Nikon Z | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds | Canon RF |
| Stabilization | false | true | false | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | false | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 998 | 544 | 450 | 326 | 306 | 495 |
| AF Type | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | RXD | Stepping Motor | Linear motor | Autofocus | STM |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN | 53.6 | 91.8 | 44.5 | 62.6 | 98.3 | 83.5 | 85.8 | 28.4 | 36.7 |
| Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Compare | 53.6 | 86.6 | 69.6 | 84.9 | 91.1 | 83.5 | 89.5 | 85 | 82.4 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 Compare | 87.2 | 86.6 | 76.1 | 84.9 | 88.5 | 83.5 | 68.2 | 69.4 | 36.7 |
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Compare | 98.1 | 74.7 | 73.3 | 40.1 | 79.1 | 76.8 | 95.8 | 89.4 | 82.4 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 Compare | 98.1 | 81.3 | 86 | 67.3 | 86.8 | 83.5 | 80.5 | 12.9 | 96.9 |
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Compare | 87.2 | 22.8 | 72.8 | 79.3 | 86.8 | 20 | 77.5 | 89.4 | 98.6 |
