The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C and the Samyang 24mm f1.4 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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 90mm F2.8 DG DN C weighs 295g, which means it is 285g (49%) lighter than the Samyang 24mm f1.4 which has a weight of 580g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C has a filter size of 55mm whereas the Samyang 24mm f1.4 has a 77mm 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 90mm F2.8 DG DN C:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Samyang 24mm f1.4:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Samyang 24mm f1.4 has the Four Thirds lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Olympus E-5, Olympus E-600 and Olympus E-620 for the Four Thirds Mount.
Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C is also available in the Leica L mount.
Samyang 24mm f1.4 is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha, Sony E and Samsung NX mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 90mm.
On the other hand, the Samyang 24mm f1.4 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 24mm.
