The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sirui 35mm F1.4 and the Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD 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. Sirui 35mm F1.4 weighs 503g, which means it is 302g (37%) lighter than the Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD which has a weight of 805g.
Filter Threads
The Sirui 35mm F1.4 has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sirui 35mm F1.4:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD:
Lens Mounts
The Sirui 35mm F1.4 has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Sirui 35mm F1.4 is also available in the Sony E , Fujifilm X and Leica L mounts.
Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD is also available in Canon EF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
