The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Panasonic S 24-105mm F4 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. Panasonic S 24-105mm F4 is the longer of the two lenses at 118mm. The Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A with a length of 100mm, is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Panasonic S 24-105mm F4's 84mm 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. Panasonic S 24-105mm F4 weighs 680g, 16% (135g) lighter than the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A's weight of 815g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Panasonic S 24-105mm F4 have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A and the Panasonic S 24-105mm F4 has the same Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Leica L lenses are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE.
Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A is also available in the Canon EF , Sony Alpha, Sigma SA and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm.
On the other hand, the Panasonic S 24-105mm F4 has a focal range of 24-105mm and 4.4X zoom ratio .
