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 Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM 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 14mm F1.8 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 126mm. The Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A with a length of 108mm, is 18mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM also has a larger diameter of 95mm compared to the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A's 83mm 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. Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A weighs 865g, which means it is 305g (26%) lighter than the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM which has a weight of 1170g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM has the same Sigma SA lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sigma SA lenses are Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill.
Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in the Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Sony E and Leica L mounts.
Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM is also available in Nikon F (FX) and Canon EF mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM A is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 28mm.
On the other hand, the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 14mm.
