The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC 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 30mm F1.4 DC HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 63mm. The Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM with a length of 59mm, is 4mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM has a larger diameter of 77mm compared to the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM's 74mm 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 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM weighs 430g, which means it is 5g (1%) lighter than the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM which has a weight of 435g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM have the same Filter thread size of 62mm.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM has the Canon EF-S lens mount whereas the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon T8i, Canon 90D and Canon SL3 for the Canon EF-S Mount and Canon T8i, Canon 90D and Canon SL3 for the Canon EF Mount.
Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM is also available in Nikon F (DX) , Four Thirds, Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM is also available in Nikon F (DX) and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
30mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.