The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 and the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM 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 RF 35mm F1.4 is the longer of the two lenses at 99mm. The Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM with a length of 96mm, is 3mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 also has a larger diameter of 77mm compared to the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM's 76mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 35mm F1.4 and Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 and the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM 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. Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM weighs 524g, 5% (31g) lighter than the Canon RF 35mm F1.4's weight of 555g.
Filter Threads
Both the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 and the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM have the same Filter thread size of 67mm .
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Canon RF 35mm F1.4 has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM has the Sony E 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 Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4 .
