The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G and the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C 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 24mm F3.5 DG DN C is the longer of the two lenses at 49mm. The Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G with a length of 45mm, is 4mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G has a larger diameter of 68mm compared to the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C's 64mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G and Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G and the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C 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 24mm F2.8 G weighs 162g, which means it is 63g (28%) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C which has a weight of 225g.
Filter Threads
The Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G has a filter size of 49mm whereas the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C has a 55mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 49mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G:
And these are the 55mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C:
Lens Mounts
The Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C has the Leica L 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 Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C is also available in Sony E mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24mm but while Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G has the fastest aperture of
F2.8 , the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C's widest aperture value is
F3.5 .