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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C vs Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH

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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C

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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C
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Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH

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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C vs Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C and Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH, two Standard Prime lenses from Sigma and Leica.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C Key Specs

  • 56mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 55mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Leica L Mount
  • Weight: 280g.
  • Diameter: 67mm
  • Length: 60mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.5m
  • Max Magnification:0.14x

Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH Key Specs

  • 50mm Focal Range
  • F2 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Leica L Mount
  • Weight: 740g.
  • Diameter: 73mm
  • Length: 102mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.35m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

What type of photography are the Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C and Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C and the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH
Bird/WildlifeAverageFair
SportsGoodAverage
PortraitExcellentExcellent
TravelFairGood
StreetAverageVery Good
WeddingVery GoodExcellent
Walk AroundFairGood
VloggingAverageGood
LandscapeFairGood
MacroPoorFair

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH is the longer of the two lenses at 102mm. The Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C with a length of 60mm is 42mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH also has a larger diameter of 73mm compared to Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C's 67mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C weighs 280g, which means it is 460g (62%) lighter than the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH which has a weight of 740g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Standard Prime Lenses in Leica L Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Prime Lenses in Leica L Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Panasonic Lumix S 35mm F1.8 Lens Panasonic S 35mm F1.8
82mm
74mm 295g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C
46mm
64mm 215g Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Lumix S 50mm F1.8 Lens Panasonic S 50mm F1.8
82mm
74mm 300g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A Lens Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A
100mm
85mm 815g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 40mm F1.4 DG HSM A Lens Sigma 40mm F1.4 DG HSM A
131mm
88mm 0g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN Lens Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN
75mm
72mm 405g Amazon B&H Photo
Leica Summilux-SL 50mm F1.4 ASPH Lens Leica Summilux-SL 50mm F1.4 ASPH
124mm
88mm 1065g Amazon B&H Photo
Leica APO-Summicron-SL 75mm F2 ASPH Lens Leica APO-Summicron-SL 75mm F2 ASPH
102mm
73mm 720g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C and Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH has the same Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Leica L lenses are Leica TL2, Leica TL and Leica T Typ 701.

Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C is also available in Micro Four Thirds and Sony E mounts.

Focal Range

Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 56mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 84mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera. Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm.

Reasons to choose Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C over Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH

Focal Length - Tele 56mm vs 50mm 6mm more Tele coverage
Max Aperture - Wide 1.4 vs 2 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 1.4 vs 2 Wider aperture at tele end
Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Weight 280g vs 740g 460g lighter
Diameter 67mm vs 73mm 6mm smaller in diameter
Length 60mm vs 102mm 42mm shorter
Filter Thread 55mm vs 67mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find

Reasons to choose Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH over Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C

Focal Length - Wide 50mm vs 56mm 6mm Wider coverage
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs APS-C / DX covers larger sensors
Minimum Focus Distance 0.35m vs 0.5m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.2x vs 0.14x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C and Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Weather Sealing Yes vs Yes safer to use under rain and dust
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C and Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Distance Scale No vs No No Distance Scale assist



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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C vs Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm F2 ASPH Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Sigma Leica
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Standard Prime Standard Prime
Lens Mount Leica L Leica L
Max Format APS-C / DX 35mm FF
Focal Range 56mm 50mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Unknown Unknown
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F1.4 F2
Min Aperture F16 F22
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 unknown
Optics
Optical Elements 10 12
Optical Groups 6 10
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.5m 0.35m
Max Magnification 0.14X 0.2X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor Stepper motor
Full Time Manual No Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale No No
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No No
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 280g 740g
Diameter 67mm 73mm
Length 60mm 102mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Yes
Filter Thread 55mm 67mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Unknown
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No Unknown
Optional Accessories - -
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