The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 14mm F1.4 L VCM and the Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN 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 14mm F1.4 DG DN is the longer of the two lenses at 150mm. The Canon RF 14mm F1.4 L VCM with a length of 112mm, is 38mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN also has a larger diameter of 101mm compared to the Canon RF 14mm F1.4 L VCM's 77mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 14mm F1.4 L VCM and Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 14mm F1.4 L VCM and the Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN Size and Weight 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. Canon RF 14mm F1.4 L VCM weighs 578g, which means it is 592g (50%) lighter than the Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN which has a weight of 1170g.
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 14mm F1.4 L VCM has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN has the Leica L lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN is also available in Sony E mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
14mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4 .