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Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C vs Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE

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Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C

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Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C
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Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE

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Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C vs Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE Comparison Overview

Here we are comparing two lenses with different focal types: Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C is a Telephoto Prime lens with a 90mm focal range and a max aperture of F2.8 whereas Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE is a Standard Prime lens with a 75mm focal range and max aperture of F1.8.

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 90mm F2.8 DG DN C Key Specs

  • 90mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 55mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 295g.
  • Diameter: 64mm
  • Length: 60mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.5m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE Key Specs

  • 75mm Focal Range
  • F1.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 58mm
  • Max Format:
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 230g.
  • Diameter: 65mm
  • Length: 69mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.69m
  • Max Magnification:0.13x

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE is the longer of the two lenses at 69mm. The Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C with a length of 60mm is 9mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE also has a larger diameter of 65mm compared to Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C's 64mm diameter.

Below you can find the scaled side by side image of Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C and Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE to get a better idea of how their size compare in real life.

Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C vs Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C and Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE Size and Weight

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. Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE weighs 230g, 28% (65g) lighter than the Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C's weight of 295g.


Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C and Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE 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, Sony A6600 and Sony A6100.

Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C is also available in Leica L mount.

Focal Range

Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 90mm which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 135mm when used on a 35mm FF format camera. Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 75mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 112.5mm.

Reasons to choose Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C over Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE

Focal Length - Tele 90mm vs 75mm 15mm more Tele coverage
Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Diameter 64mm vs 65mm 1mm smaller in diameter
Length 60mm vs 69mm 9mm shorter
Filter Thread 55mm vs 58mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.5m vs 0.69m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.2x vs 0.13x higher magnification better for close-up shots
Reasons to choose Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE over Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C
Focal Length - Wide 75mm vs 90mm 15mm Wider coverage
Max Aperture - Wide 1.8 vs 2.8 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 1.8 vs 2.8 Wider aperture at tele end
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs 35mm FF covers larger sensors
Weight 230g vs 295g 65g lighter

Common Strengths of Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C and Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C and Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE
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 90mm F2.8 DG DN C vs Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE
Brand Sigma Samyang
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Telephoto Prime Standard Prime
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 90mm 75mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F1.8
Min Aperture F22 F22
Aperture Ring Yes No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 11 10
Optical Groups 10 9
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.5m 0.69m
Max Magnification 0.2X 0.13X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor Stepper motor
Full Time Manual Yes No
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale No No
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No No
Focus Distance Limiter No No
Physical Specs
Weight 295g 230g
Diameter 64mm 65mm
Length 60mm 69mm
Materials Magnesium alloy Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes No
Filter Thread 55mm 58mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar Unknown No
Optional Accessories - -
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