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 Sigma 12-24mm F4 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 12-24mm F4 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 132mm. The Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM with a length of 126mm, is 6mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM also has a larger diameter of 101mm compared to the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM's 95mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM and Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM 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 Sigma 12-24mm F4 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 12-24mm F4 DG HSM weighs 1151g, 1% (19g) lighter than the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM's weight of 1170g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM and the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM has the same Sigma SA lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sigma SA lenses are Sigma Quattro , Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill .
Nikon F (FX) and Canon EF mounts.
Nikon F (FX) and Canon EF mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 14mm.
On the other hand, the Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM has a focal range of 12-24mm and 2.0X zoom ratio .
