The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 50mm F2 C and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN 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 50mm F2 C is the longer of the two lenses at 70mm. The Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN with a length of 65mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 70mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 50mm F2 C and Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 50mm F2 C and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN 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, 5% (20g) lighter than the Sigma 50mm F2 C's weight of 345g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 50mm F2 C and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN have the same Filter thread size of 58mm .
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 50mm F2 C and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has the same Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V .
Leica L mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 50mm F2 C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
75mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 52.5mm .
