The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C and the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM 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 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C is the longer of the two lenses at 102mm. The Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM with a length of 96mm, is 6mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM has a larger diameter of 76mm compared to the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C's 72mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C and Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C and the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM 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 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C weighs 470g, which means it is 54g (10%) lighter than the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM which has a weight of 524g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C and the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM have the same Filter thread size of 67mm .
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN C has a focal range of 28-70mm and
2.5X zoom ratio .
On the other hand, the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 52.5mm .
