The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG 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 35mm F2 DG DN is the longer of the two lenses at 65mm. The Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G with a length of 55mm, is 10mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 70mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G and Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN Size and Weight 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. Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G weighs 178g, which means it is 147g (45%) lighter than the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN which has a weight of 325g.
Filter Threads
The Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN has a 58mm 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 Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G:
And these are the 58mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G and the Sigma 35mm F2 DG 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 35mm F2 DG DN is also available in Leica L mount.
Focal Range
Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G has a focal range of 10-20mm and
2.0X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
15-30mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 52.5mm .