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 OS 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. Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro is the longer of the two lenses at 134mm. The Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM with a length of 127mm, is 7mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro's 74mm 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 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro weighs 715g, which means it is 11g (1%) lighter than the Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM which has a weight of 726g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro and the Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM 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 OS HSM has the Canon EF 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 Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro is also available in the Leica L mount.
Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is also available in Sigma SA and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
105mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
