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 Sigma 30mm F1.4 C 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 30mm F1.4 C is the longer of the two lenses at 73mm. The Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C with a length of 72mm, is 1mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C's 65mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and Sigma 30mm F1.4 C to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C Size and Weight 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 30mm F1.4 C weighs 265g, 27% (100g) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C's weight of 365g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C has a 52mm 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 52mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C has the same Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 .
Micro Four Thirds , Fujifilm X , Nikon Z , Leica L and Canon RF mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 24mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
36mm when used on a 35mm FF format camera.
On the other hand, the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 30mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 45mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
