The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses. Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 63mm. The Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM with a length of 59mm, is 4mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM has a larger diameter of 77mm compared to the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM's 74mm diameter.
The 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 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM weighs 430g, which means it is 5g (1%) lighter than the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM which has a weight of 435g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Sigma SA Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Prime Lenses in Sigma SA Mount for Size Comparison
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM has the same Sigma SA lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sigma SA lenses are Sigma SD1 Merrill, Sigma SD1 and .
Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM is also available in Canon EF-S , Nikon F (DX), Four Thirds, Pentax KAF and Sony Alpha mounts.
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM is also available in Canon EF and Nikon F (DX) mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of 30mm and the fastest aperture of F1.4.