The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 56mm F1.4 C and the Tokina atx-m 56mm F1.4 X 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. Tokina atx-m 56mm F1.4 X is the longer of the two lenses at 72mm. The Sigma 56mm F1.4 C with a length of 60mm, is 12mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 56mm F1.4 C has a larger diameter of 67mm compared to the Tokina atx-m 56mm F1.4 X's 65mm 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 56mm F1.4 C weighs 280g, which means it is 35g (11%) lighter than the Tokina atx-m 56mm F1.4 X which has a weight of 315g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 56mm F1.4 C has a filter size of 55mm whereas the Tokina atx-m 56mm F1.4 X has a 52mm 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 56mm F1.4 C:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Tokina atx-m 56mm F1.4 X:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 56mm F1.4 C and the Tokina atx-m 56mm F1.4 X has the same Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-S20, Fujifilm X-T5 and Fujifilm X-H2.
Sigma 56mm F1.4 C is also available in Nikon Z mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
56mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.