The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM and the Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG 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. Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM is the longer of the two lenses at 106mm. The Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM with a length of 68mm, is 38mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM's 80mm 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 EX DG HSM weighs 505g, 33% (255g) lighter than the Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM's weight of 760g.
Filter Threads
The Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM:
Lens Mounts
The Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM has the Canon EF lens mount whereas the Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has the Pentax KAF3 lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount and , and for the Pentax KAF3 Mount.
Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM is also available in Canon EF , Sony Alpha, Sigma SA, Nikon F (FX) and Four Thirds mounts.
Focal Range
Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
56mm.
On the other hand, the Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 75mm.
