The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 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 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is the longer of the two lenses at 108mm. The Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 with a length of 89mm, is 19mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A also has a larger diameter of 83mm compared to the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8's 75mm diameter.
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. Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 weighs 565g, 34% (300g) lighter than the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A's weight of 865g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 has a 67mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 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 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in Canon EF , Sigma SA, Sony E and Leica L mounts.
Schneider PC 28mm f2.8 is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
28mm but while Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Schneider PC 28mm f2.8's widest aperture value is
F2.8.