The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG Macro and the Nikon 50mm f1.4G 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 F2.8 EX DG Macro is the longer of the two lenses at 67mm. The Nikon 50mm f1.4G with a length of 54mm, is 13mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon 50mm f1.4G has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG Macro's 71mm 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. Nikon 50mm f1.4G weighs 290g, 9% (30g) lighter than the Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG Macro's weight of 320g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG Macro has a filter size of 55mm whereas the Nikon 50mm f1.4G has a 58mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 55mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG Macro:
And these are the 58mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon 50mm f1.4G:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG Macro and the Nikon 50mm f1.4G has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG Macro is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm but while Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG Macro has the fastest aperture of
F2.8, the Nikon 50mm f1.4G's widest aperture value is
F1.4.