The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 105mm f2D DC and the Sigma 105mm 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 105mm F1.4 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 132mm. The Nikon 105mm f2D DC with a length of 111mm, is 21mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM also has a larger diameter of 116mm compared to the Nikon 105mm f2D DC's 79mm 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. Nikon 105mm f2D DC weighs 640g, which means it is 1005g (61%) lighter than the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM which has a weight of 1645g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
The Nikon 105mm f2D DC has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM has a 105mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon 105mm f2D DC:
And these are the 105mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 105mm f2D DC and the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM is also available in Canon EF , Sigma SA and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
105mm but while Nikon 105mm f2D DC has the fastest aperture of
F2.0, the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM's widest aperture value is
F1.4.