The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C and the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN 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 30mm F2.8 DN with a length of 41mm, is 32mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C also has a larger diameter of 65mm compared to the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN's 61mm 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 30mm F2.8 DN weighs 135g, 49% (130g) lighter than the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C's weight of 265g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C and the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN 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.
Sigma 30mm F1.4 C is also available in the Micro Four Thirds , Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Leica L and Canon RF mounts.
Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN is also available in Micro Four Thirds mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
30mm but while Sigma 30mm F1.4 C has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN's widest aperture value is
F2.8.
