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Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C vs Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A

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Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C vs Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A, two Wideangle Prime lenses by Sigma. Both cameras have the same focal range of 24mm but different max apertures: Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C has a max aperture of F2 while the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has a max aperture of F1.4.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C Key Specs

  • 24mm Focal Range
  • F2 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Leica L Mount
  • Weight: 365g.
  • Diameter: 70mm
  • Length: 72mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.25m
  • Max Magnification:0.15x

Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A Key Specs

  • 24mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format:
  • Leica L Mount
  • Weight: 665g.
  • Diameter: 85mm
  • Length: 90mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.25m

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A is the longer of the two lenses at 90mm. The Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C with a length of 72mm is 18mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A also has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C's 70mm diameter.

Below you can find the scaled side by side image of Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A to get a better idea of how their size compare in real life.

Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C vs Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A Size and Weight

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. Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C weighs 365g, which means it is 300g (82%) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A which has a weight of 665g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Wideangle Prime Lenses in Leica L Mount for size comparison purposes.

Wideangle Prime Lenses in Leica L Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Leica APO-Summicron-SL 28mm F2 ASPH Lens Leica APO-Summicron-SL 28mm F2 ASPH
102mm
73mm 700g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 20mm F2 DG DN C Lens Sigma 20mm F2 DG DN C
72mm
70mm 370g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art
126mm
95mm 1170g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Lens Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN L
92mm
72mm 405g Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Lumix S 24mm F1.8 Lens Panasonic S 24mm F1.8
82mm
74mm 310g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
110mm
76mm 645g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C Lens Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C
49mm
64mm 225g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN Lens Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN
65mm
70mm 325g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A has the same Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Leica L lenses are Sigma fp L, Leica SL2-S and Panasonic S5.

Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C is also available in Sony E mount.

Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX) and Sigma SA mounts.

Focal Range

Reasons to choose Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C over Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A

Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Weight 365g vs 665g 300g lighter
Diameter 70mm vs 85mm 15mm smaller in diameter
Length 72mm vs 90mm 18mm shorter
Filter Thread 62mm vs 77mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Max Magnification 0.15x vs x higher magnification better for close-up shots
Reasons to choose Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A over Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C
Max Aperture - Wide 1.4 vs 2 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 1.4 vs 2 Wider aperture at tele end
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing

Common Strengths of Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C and Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C vs Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN C Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A
Brand Sigma Sigma
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Wideangle Prime Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Leica L Leica L
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 24mm 24mm
Image Stabilization No No
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2 F1.4
Min Aperture F22 F16.0
Aperture Ring Yes No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 13 15
Optical Groups 11 11
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.25m 0.25m
Max Magnification 0.15X unknown
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor Ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes Unknown
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale No Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 365g 665g
Diameter 70mm 85mm
Length 72mm 90mm
Materials Magnesium alloy Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Unknown
Filter Thread 62mm 77mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Unknown
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar Unknown No
Optional Accessories - -
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