The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 16mm F1.8 and the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E 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 16mm F1.4 DC DN E is the longer of the two lenses at 92mm. The Sony FE 16mm F1.8 with a length of 75mm, is 17mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 16mm F1.8 has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E's 72mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 16mm F1.8 and Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony FE 16mm F1.8 and the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E 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 FE 16mm F1.8 weighs 304g, which means it is 101g (24%) lighter than the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E which has a weight of 405g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony FE 16mm F1.8 and the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E have the same Filter thread size of 67mm .
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sony FE 16mm F1.8 and the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E has the same Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V .
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
16mm but while Sony FE 16mm F1.8 has the fastest aperture of
F1.8 , the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN E's widest aperture value is
F1.4 .
