The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G and the Sigma 30mm F2.8 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. Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G is the longer of the two lenses at 92mm. The Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN with a length of 41mm, is 51mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G also has a larger diameter of 75mm compared to the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN's 61mm diameter.
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 30mm F2.8 DN weighs 135g, 69% (305g) lighter than the Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G's weight of 440g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G and the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN 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.
Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN is also available in Micro Four Thirds mount.
Focal Range
Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G has a focal range of 24-50mm and
2.1X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 75mm.
On the other hand, the Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 30mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 45mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
