The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A 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 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is the longer of the two lenses at 108mm. The Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A with a length of 90mm, is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A'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. Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A weighs 665g, 30% (295g) lighter than the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A's weight of 960g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Leica L Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Leica L Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A 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 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has the same Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Leica L lenses are Leica SL3, Panasonic S5 II and Panasonic S5 II X.
Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Sigma SA and Sony E mounts.
Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX) and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 28mm.
On the other hand, the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 24mm.