The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 135mm F1.4 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. Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 141mm. The Sigma 135mm F1.4 with a length of 136mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 135mm F1.4 has a larger diameter of 112mm compared to the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM's 91mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 135mm F1.4 and Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 135mm F1.4 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, 20% (300g) lighter than the Sigma 135mm F1.4's weight of 1430g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 135mm F1.4 has a filter size of 105mm whereas the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has a 82mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 105mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 135mm F1.4:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 135mm F1.4 has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Sigma SA , Nikon F (FX) and Canon EF mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
135mm but while Sigma 135mm F1.4 has the fastest aperture of
F1.4 , the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM's widest aperture value is
F1.8 .
