The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 35mm f1.4 II and the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art 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 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art is the longer of the two lenses at 110mm. The Sigma 35mm f1.4 II with a length of 94mm, is 16mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art also has a larger diameter of 76mm compared to the Sigma 35mm f1.4 II's 73mm 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 f1.4 II weighs 530g, which means it is 115g (17%) lighter than the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art which has a weight of 645g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 35mm f1.4 II and the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art have the same Filter thread size of 67mm.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 35mm f1.4 II has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art has the Sony E 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 Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Sigma 35mm f1.4 II is also available in the Sony E mount.
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art is also available in Leica L mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
