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 and the Samyang Premium MF 14mm F2.4 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 14mm F1.8 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 126mm. The Samyang Premium MF 14mm F2.4 with a length of 109mm, is 17mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 95mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM and Samyang Premium MF 14mm F2.4 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM and the Samyang Premium MF 14mm F2.4 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. Samyang Premium MF 14mm F2.4 weighs 791g, 32% (379g) lighter than the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM's weight of 1170g.
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Samyang Premium MF 14mm F2.4 has the Canon EF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6 , Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) 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 SA and Canon EF mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
14mm but while Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM has the fastest aperture of
F1.8 , the Samyang Premium MF 14mm F2.4's widest aperture value is
F2.4 .
