The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE and the Sigma 35mm F2 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 35mm F2 DG DN is the longer of the two lenses at 65mm. The Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE with a length of 64mm, is 1mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN also has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE's 65mm diameter.
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. Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE weighs 210g, which means it is 115g (35%) lighter than the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN which has a weight of 325g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN have the same Filter thread size of 58mm.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A9 III, Sony A7C Mark II and Sony A7CR.
Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN is also available in Leica L mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE has the fastest aperture of
F1.8, the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN's widest aperture value is
F2.0.