The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 23mm F1.4 C and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C 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 23mm F1.4 C is the longer of the two lenses at 79mm. The Sigma 30mm F1.4 C with a length of 73mm, is 6mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 23mm F1.4 C also has a larger diameter of 66mm compared to the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C's 65mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 23mm F1.4 C and Sigma 30mm F1.4 C to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 23mm F1.4 C and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C 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 30mm F1.4 C weighs 265g, 19% (65g) lighter than the Sigma 23mm F1.4 C's weight of 330g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 23mm F1.4 C and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C have the same Filter thread size of 52mm .
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 23mm F1.4 C and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C has the same Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R50 V , Canon R100 and Canon R50 .
Sigma 30mm F1.4 C is also available in Sony E , Micro Four Thirds , Fujifilm X , Nikon Z and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 23mm F1.4 C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 23mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
36.8mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 30mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 48mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.