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7artisans 35mm F2 vs Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN

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7artisans 35mm F2 vs Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing 7artisans 35mm F2 and Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN, two Standard Prime lenses from 7artisans and Sigma.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

7artisans 35mm F2 Key Specs

  • 35mm Focal Range
  • F2 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 43mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 320g.
  • Diameter: 50mm
  • Length: 41mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.35m

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN Key Specs

  • 30mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 46mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 135g.
  • Diameter: 61mm
  • Length: 39mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.3m

What type of photography are the 7artisans 35mm F2 and Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the 7artisans 35mm F2 and the Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type 7artisans 35mm F2 Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN
Bird/WildlifeFairFair
SportsAverageFair
PortraitExcellentVery Good
TravelGoodAverage
StreetVery GoodGood
WeddingExcellentVery Good
Walk AroundGoodAverage
VloggingGoodAverage
LandscapeGoodAverage

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.7artisans 35mm F2 is the longer of the two lenses at 41mm. The Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN with a length of 39mm is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN has a larger diameter of 61mm compared to 7artisans 35mm F2's 50mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN weighs 135g, 57% (185g) lighter than the 7artisans 35mm F2's weight of 320g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Standard Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sony FE 50mm F1.8 Lens Sony FE 50mm F1.8
60mm
69mm 186g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM Lens Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM
108mm
87mm 778g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony Planar T FE 50mm F1.4 ZA Lens Sony Zeiss FE 50mm F1.4 ZA
108mm
84mm 778g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS Lens Sony E 50mm F1.8 OSS
62mm
62mm 202g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C
60mm
67mm 280g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Carl Zeiss Sonnar T Lens Sony FE 55mm F1.8 ZA CZ
71mm
64mm 281g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 30mm F1.4 C
73mm
65mm 265g Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang AF 50mm F1.4 FE II Lens Samyang 50mm F1.4 FE II
89mm
80mm 420g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both 7artisans 35mm F2 and Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony FX30, Sony ZV-E10 and Sony A6600.

7artisans 35mm F2 is also available in Canon EF-M and Fujifilm X mounts.

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN is also available in Micro Four Thirds mount.

Focal Range

7artisans 35mm F2 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 52.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera. Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 30mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 45mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.

Reasons to choose 7artisans 35mm F2 over Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN

Focal Length - Tele 35mm vs 30mm 5mm more Tele coverage
Max Aperture - Wide 2 vs 2.8 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 2 vs 2.8 Wider aperture at tele end
Diaphgragm Blades 10 vs 7 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Diameter 50mm vs 61mm 11mm smaller in diameter
Filter Thread 43mm vs 46mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find

Reasons to choose Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN over 7artisans 35mm F2

Focal Length - Wide 30mm vs 35mm 5mm Wider coverage
Autofocus Yes vs No Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Weight 135g vs 320g 185g lighter
Length 39mm vs 41mm 2mm shorter
Minimum Focus Distance 0.3m vs 0.35m can focus closer to the subject
Common Weaknesses of 7artisans 35mm F2 and Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Weather Sealing No vs No not safe under rain and dust



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7artisans 35mm F2 vs Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand 7artisans Sigma
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Standard Prime Standard Prime
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format APS-C / DX APS-C / DX
Focal Range 35mm 30mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2 F2.8
Min Aperture F16 F22.0
Aperture Ring Yes No
Diaphragm Blades 10 7
Optics
Optical Elements 7 7
Optical Groups 5 5
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.35m 0.3m
Max Magnification unknown unknown
Autofocus No Yes
AF Motor Type No AF Micromotor
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal Unknown
Distance Scale Yes No
DoF Scale Yes No
Distance Scale Yes No
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 320g 135g
Diameter 50mm 61mm
Length 41mm 39mm
Materials Aluminum Unknown
Weather Sealing No No
Filter Thread 43mm 46mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Unknown No
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar Unknown No
Optional Accessories - -
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