Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG (HSM) A (Art) Lens for Canon EF-Mount {82}

The only f/2 zoom covering 24-35mm, full stop.

Sigma's 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art occupies a category of one: a full-frame zoom that holds f/2 across its entire focal range. That's not a marketing footnote. Zoom lenses at this aperture simply don't exist elsewhere, which means photographers who need wide-angle coverage without sacrificing a stop of light finally have a single-lens answer. The 24-35mm range covers the two most useful wide primes in one barrel, and the Art line's optical construction backs that up with the kind of corner-to-edge sharpness that earns the designation.

The HSM (Hypersonic Motor) drive delivers fast, quiet autofocus, which matters for event and documentary work where you're constantly switching between compositions without time to swap glass. On Canon EF bodies, communication is direct and reliable, and the mount is also adaptable to Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Fuji X, and L-Mount systems for photographers who've moved to mirrorless but want to keep this lens in rotation. At f/2, you're pulling in enough light to shoot in difficult ambient conditions and still retain meaningful depth-of-field control at the wide end. For working photographers who've always carried a 24mm and a 35mm prime as their core pair, this lens consolidates that kit without compromise.

Who It's For

Wedding photographers working reception floors and dim ceremony spaces will find f/2 at both ends of the zoom range eliminates the constant prime swap that costs shots. Photojournalists and documentary shooters benefit from the 24-35mm coverage as a single grab-and-go option that handles environmental portraits and scene-setting wide shots in one lens. Street photographers shooting full-frame Canon EF bodies get the low-light depth of a fast prime with the framing flexibility of a zoom. Travel photographers who count every piece of kit will appreciate consolidating two focal lengths into one f/2 barrel without giving up optical quality.

Key Features

• f/2 constant aperture across entire 24-35mm focal range
• HSM autofocus motor delivers fast, quiet operation
• Art line optical construction with corner-to-edge sharpness
• Canon EF mount with availability in E, RF, Z, X, L-Mount
• Replaces dual-lens kit of 24mm and 35mm primes
• Full-frame zoom with meaningful depth-of-field control

FAQ

Is this really the only f/2 zoom in the 24-35mm range?

Yes. No other manufacturer makes a zoom that holds f/2 across its entire focal range at this length. Sigma's the only one.

How fast is the autofocus with the HSM motor?

The Hypersonic Motor focuses quickly and quietly, which is essential for event and documentary work where you're constantly reframing without time to swap lenses.

Can I use this on mirrorless cameras if I move systems later?

The Canon EF mount version is designed for Canon DSLRs, but Sigma makes this lens in Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Fuji X, and L-Mount versions for photographers who've already switched.

What's the practical depth-of-field control at f/2 on a wide zoom?

At 24mm you'll get meaningful separation from the background at f/2, and at 35mm the isolation increases. It's enough DOF control to use this as your only wide-angle lens if you're willing to work at f/2-2.8.

Does this replace owning a 24mm and 35mm prime?

For working photographers, yes. You get the range of both lenses in one barrel with no aperture compromise and faster AF than swapping glass on the fly.

What's the optical quality like across the range?

Art line construction delivers corner-to-edge sharpness across the focal range. It's not a convenience zoom with soft edges-the optics justify the weight and price.

Is this lens weather-sealed?

The specifications provided don't include weather-sealing details, so confirm with Sigma's current documentation for your specific unit.