The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II and the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art 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 35mm f1.4 FE II is the longer of the two lenses at 115mm. The Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art with a length of 110mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art has a larger diameter of 76mm compared to the Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II's 75mm 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. Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art weighs 645g, 2% (14g) lighter than the Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II's weight of 659g.
Filter Threads
Both the Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II and the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art 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 Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art has the Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art is also available in Sony E mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
