The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM and the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM 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 24mm F1.4 GM is the longer of the two lenses at 92mm. The Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM with a length of 87mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM has a larger diameter of 94mm compared to the Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM's 75mm 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. Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM weighs 445g, which means it is 205g (31%) lighter than the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM which has a weight of 650g.
Filter Threads
The Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM:
Lens Mounts
The Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Canon 24mm f1.4L II USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
