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 Nikon PC-E 24mm f3.5D ED 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. Nikon PC-E 24mm f3.5D ED is the longer of the two lenses at 108mm. The Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A with a length of 90mm, is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Nikon PC-E 24mm f3.5D ED's 83mm 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 HSM A weighs 665g, which means it is 65g (8%) lighter than the Nikon PC-E 24mm f3.5D ED which has a weight of 730g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Nikon PC-E 24mm f3.5D ED have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Nikon PC-E 24mm f3.5D ED has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Canon EF , Sigma SA and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24mm but while Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Nikon PC-E 24mm f3.5D ED's widest aperture value is
F3.5.