The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Nikon 24mm f1.4G ED 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 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A is the longer of the two lenses at 90mm. The Nikon 24mm f1.4G ED with a length of 89mm, is 1mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A also has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Nikon 24mm f1.4G ED's 83mm 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 24mm f1.4G ED weighs 620g, 6% (45g) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A's weight of 665g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Nikon 24mm f1.4G ED have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Nikon 24mm f1.4G ED 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 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Canon EF , Sigma SA and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.