The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN A and the Nikon 85mm f1.4D 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 24mm F1.4 DG DN A is the longer of the two lenses at 96mm. The Nikon 85mm f1.4D with a length of 73mm, is 23mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon 85mm f1.4D has a larger diameter of 80mm compared to the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN A's 76mm 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. Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN A weighs 520g, which means it is 30g (5%) lighter than the Nikon 85mm f1.4D which has a weight of 550g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN A has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Nikon 85mm f1.4D has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN A:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon 85mm f1.4D:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN A has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Nikon 85mm f1.4D has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN A is also available in the Sony E mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN A is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 24mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36mm.
On the other hand, the Nikon 85mm f1.4D is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 85mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 127.5mm.
