The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM and the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 94mm. The Canon 35mm f2 IS USM with a length of 63mm, is 31mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM's 77mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon 35mm f2 IS USM weighs 335g, which means it is 330g (49%) lighter than the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM which has a weight of 665g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM and the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM have the same Filter thread size of 67mm.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM and the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM is also available in Pentax KAF3 , Sony Alpha, Sigma SA, Nikon F (FX) and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Canon 35mm f2 IS USM has the fastest aperture of
F2.0, the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM's widest aperture value is
F1.4.