The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E and the Sony 16mm F2.8 Fisheye 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 16mm F1.4 DC DN E is the longer of the two lenses at 92mm. The Sony 16mm F2.8 Fisheye with a length of 67mm, is 25mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony 16mm F2.8 Fisheye has a larger diameter of 75mm compared to the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E's 72mm diameter.
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. Sony 16mm F2.8 Fisheye weighs 400g, 1% (5g) lighter than the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E's weight of 405g.
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Sony 16mm F2.8 Fisheye has the Sony Alpha lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount and Sony A99 II, Sony A68 and Sony A77 II for the Sony Alpha Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
16mm but while Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Sony 16mm F2.8 Fisheye's widest aperture value is
F2.8.
