The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S and the Sigma 24mm 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. Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S is the longer of the two lenses at 97mm. The Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A with a length of 90mm, is 7mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S's 78mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S and Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S and the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A 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. Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S weighs 450g, which means it is 215g (32%) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A which has a weight of 665g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A 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 Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D6 , Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Canon EF , Sigma SA and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24mm but while Nikon Z 24mm F1.8 S has the fastest aperture of
F1.8 , the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A's widest aperture value is
F1.4 .
