The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM and the Canon TS-E 135mm F4L 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. Canon TS-E 135mm F4L Macro is the longer of the two lenses at 139mm. The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM with a length of 115mm, is 24mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has a larger diameter of 91mm compared to the Canon TS-E 135mm F4L Macro's 89mm diameter.
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Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM and Canon TS-E 135mm F4L Macro to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
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. Canon TS-E 135mm F4L Macro weighs 1110g, 1% (20g) lighter than the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM's weight of 1130g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM and the Canon TS-E 135mm F4L Macro have the same Filter thread size of 82mm.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM and the Canon TS-E 135mm F4L Macro has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM is also available in Sigma SA , Nikon F (FX) and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
135mm but while Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has the fastest aperture of
F1.8, the Canon TS-E 135mm F4L Macro's widest aperture value is
F4.