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 Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe 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. Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe is the longer of the two lenses at 408mm. The Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A with a length of 90mm, is 318mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe's 38mm diameter.
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Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
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. Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe weighs 474g, 28% (191g) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A's weight of 665g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe 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.
Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe is also available in Canon EF and Sony E 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 Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe's widest aperture value is
F14.