The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN and the Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH 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. Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH is the longer of the two lenses at 102mm. The Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN with a length of 65mm, is 37mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH also has a larger diameter of 73mm compared to the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN's 70mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN and Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN and the Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH 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 35mm F2 DG DN weighs 325g, which means it is 395g (54%) lighter than the Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH which has a weight of 720g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH 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 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Leica APO-SL 35mm F2 ASPH has the Leica L lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.0 .
