The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 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. Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE is the longer of the two lenses at 158mm. The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM with a length of 141mm, is 17mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE also has a larger diameter of 93mm compared to the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM's 91mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE and Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM 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. Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM weighs 1130g, 7% (94g) lighter than the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE's weight of 1224g.
Filter Threads
Both the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM have the same Filter thread size of 82mm .
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has the same Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V .
Sigma SA , Nikon F (FX) and Canon EF mounts.
Focal Range
Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE has a focal range of 35-150mm and
4.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
52.5 - 225mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 135mm.
