The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 60mm F2.8 DN and the Sigma 30mm F2.8 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 60mm F2.8 DN is the longer of the two lenses at 56mm. The Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN with a length of 41mm, is 15mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 61mm.
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 30mm F2.8 DN weighs 135g, 28% (55g) lighter than the Sigma 60mm F2.8 DN's weight of 190g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 60mm F2.8 DN and the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony A6700 and Sony FX30.
Sigma 60mm F2.8 DN is also available in the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN is also available in Micro Four Thirds mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 60mm F2.8 DN is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 60mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
90mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 30mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 45mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
