The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and the Samyang 24mm f1.4 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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 F2 DG DN C weighs 365g, which means it is 215g (37%) lighter than the Samyang 24mm f1.4 which has a weight of 580g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Samyang 24mm f1.4 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 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Samyang 24mm f1.4:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Samyang 24mm f1.4 has the Samsung NX lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount and Samsung NX500, Samsung NX1 and Samsung NX3000 for the Samsung NX Mount.
Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C is also available in the Leica L mount.
Samyang 24mm f1.4 is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Four Thirds, Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24mm but while Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C has the fastest aperture of
F2, the Samyang 24mm f1.4's widest aperture value is
F1.4.
