The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A 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 A is the longer of the two lenses at 139mm. The Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art with a length of 126mm, is 13mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art has a larger diameter of 95mm compared to the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A's 91mm diameter.
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Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art and Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A 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. Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A weighs 1130g, 3% (40g) lighter than the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art's weight of 1170g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A has the same Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Leica L lenses are Leica SL3, Panasonic S5 II and Panasonic S5 II X.
Focal Range
Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 14mm.
On the other hand, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM A is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 135mm.