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 Samyang 35mm F1.4 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. Samyang 35mm F1.4 is the longer of the two lenses at 112mm. The Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN with a length of 65mm, is 47mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the Samyang 35mm F1.4's 63mm 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 35mm F2 DG DN weighs 325g, which means it is 335g (50%) lighter than the Samyang 35mm F1.4 which has a weight of 660g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Samyang 35mm F1.4 has a 77mm 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 77mm filters that we recommend for the Samyang 35mm F1.4:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Samyang 35mm F1.4 has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN is also available in the Sony E mount.
Samyang 35mm F1.4 is also available in Canon EF , Four Thirds, Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha, Sony E and Samsung NX mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has the fastest aperture of
F2.0, the Samyang 35mm F1.4's widest aperture value is
F1.4.
