The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.4E ED and the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A 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 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is the longer of the two lenses at 108mm. The Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.4E ED with a length of 101mm, is 7mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 83mm.
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. Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.4E ED weighs 645g, which means it is 220g (25%) lighter than the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A which has a weight of 865g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.4E ED and the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A 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 Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.4E ED and the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Canon EF , Sigma SA, Sony E and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
28mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.