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Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art vs Zeiss Batis 25mm F2

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Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A

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Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art
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Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A vs Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A and Zeiss Batis 25mm F2, two Wideangle Prime lenses from Sigma and Zeiss.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A Key Specs

  • 20mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 82mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 635g.
  • Diameter: 88mm
  • Length: 111mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.23m
  • Max Magnification:0.16x

Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 Key Specs

  • 25mm Focal Range
  • F2.0 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 335g.
  • Diameter: 92mm
  • Length: 78mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.2m

What type of photography are the Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A and Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A and the Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A Zeiss Batis 25mm F2
Bird/WildlifePoorPoor
SportsPoorPoor
PortraitFairFair
TravelAverageAverage
StreetExcellentExcellent
WeddingFairFair
Walk AroundAverageAverage
VloggingVery GoodVery Good
LandscapeGoodGood

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A is the longer of the two lenses at 111mm. The Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 with a length of 78mm is 33mm shorter. On the other hand, the Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 has a larger diameter of 92mm compared to Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A's 88mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 weighs 335g, 47% (300g) lighter than the Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A's weight of 635g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Wideangle Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.

Wideangle Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sony FE 35mm F1.8 Lens Sony FE 35mm F1.8
73mm
66mm 280g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Sony E-mount Lens Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E
92mm
72mm 405g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM Lens Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM
96mm
76mm 524g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G Lens Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G
85mm
74mm 373g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Lens Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS
45mm
63mm 155g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM Lens Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM
92mm
75mm 445g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 14mm F1.8 GM Lens Sony FE 14mm F1.8 GM
100mm
83mm 460g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA Carl Zeiss Sonnar T Lens Sony FE 35mm F2.8 ZA CZ
37mm
62mm 120g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A and Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A7R V, Sony FX30 and Sony A7 IV.

Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A is also available in Leica L mount.

Focal Range

Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 20mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 36mm.
Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 25mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 37.5mm.

Reasons to choose Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art over Zeiss Batis 25mm F2

Focal Length - Wide 24mm vs 25mm 1mm Wider coverage
Max Aperture - Wide 1.4 vs 2 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 1.4 vs 2 Wider aperture at tele end
Diaphgragm Blades 11 vs Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Diameter 88mm vs 92mm 4mm smaller in diameter
Max Magnification 0.16x vs x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 over Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art

Focal Length - Tele 25mm vs 24mm 1mm more Tele coverage
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Weight 335g vs 635g 300g lighter
Length 78mm vs 111mm 33mm shorter
Filter Thread 67mm vs 82mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.2m vs 0.23m can focus closer to the subject

Common Strengths of Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art and Zeiss Batis 25mm F2
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art and Zeiss Batis 25mm F2
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN A vs Zeiss Batis 25mm F2 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Sigma Zeiss
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Wideangle Prime Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 20mm 25mm
Image Stabilization No No
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F1.4 F2.0
Min Aperture F16
Aperture Ring Yes No
Diaphragm Blades 11 unknown
Optics
Optical Elements 17 10
Optical Groups 15 8
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.23m 0.2m
Max Magnification 0.16X unknown
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor unknown
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale No Yes
DoF Scale No Yes
Distance Scale No Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 635g 335g
Diameter 88mm 92mm
Length 111mm 78mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing No Yes
Filter Thread 82mm 67mm
Filter Notes Rear filter holder + front thread -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code LH898-04 Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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