The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Canon TS-E 50mm F2.8L Macro 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. Canon TS-E 50mm F2.8L Macro is the longer of the two lenses at 115mm. The Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A with a length of 100mm, is 15mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon TS-E 50mm F2.8L Macro also has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A's 85mm 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 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A weighs 815g, which means it is 130g (13%) lighter than the Canon TS-E 50mm F2.8L Macro which has a weight of 945g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Canon TS-E 50mm F2.8L Macro 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 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Canon TS-E 50mm F2.8L Macro 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 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Sony Alpha , Sigma SA, Nikon F (FX) and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm but while Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Canon TS-E 50mm F2.8L Macro's widest aperture value is
F2.8.