The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro and the Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro 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 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro is the longer of the two lenses at 134mm. The Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro with a length of 98mm, is 36mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 74mm.
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 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro weighs 460g, 35% (255g) lighter than the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro's weight of 715g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro and the Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro have the same Filter thread size of 62mm.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro has the Sigma SA 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 Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill for the Sigma SA Mount.
Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro is also available in the Leica L mount.
Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Four Thirds mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
105mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
