In this review, we will be comparing the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A for the EF Mount and the Rokinon 24mm f1.4 for the EF Mount, two Wideangle Prime lenses from Sigma and Rokinon. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 24mm and F1.4 so they are very comparable in this regard.
We will start by looking briefly at the main specs of these two lenses, and in the next section, we will start analyzing them in more detail and listing the pros and cons of each lens.
What type of photography are the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and Rokinon 24mm f1.4 lenses good for?
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 HSM A and the Rokinon 24mm f1.4 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
| Photography Type |
Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A |
Rokinon 24mm f1.4 |
| Bird/Wildlife | Poor | Poor |
| Sports | Poor | Poor |
| Portrait | Fair | Fair |
| Travel | Average | Average |
| Street | Excellent | Excellent |
| Wedding | Fair | Fair |
| Walk Around | Average | Average |
| Vlogging | Very Good | Very Good |
| Landscape | Good | Good |
Size and Weight Comparison
The 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. Rokinon 24mm f1.4 weighs 580g, 12% (85g) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A's weight of 665g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Rokinon 24mm f1.4 has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.
Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Nikon F (FX) , Sigma SA and Leica L mounts.
Rokinon 24mm f1.4 is also available in Nikon F (FX) , Four Thirds, Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Samsung NX mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of 24mm and the fastest aperture of F1.4.