The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tokina atx-m 33mm F1.4 E and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 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 30mm F1.4 C is the longer of the two lenses at 73mm. The Tokina atx-m 33mm F1.4 E with a length of 72mm, is 1mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 65mm.
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 F1.4 C weighs 265g, 7% (20g) lighter than the Tokina atx-m 33mm F1.4 E's weight of 285g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Tokina atx-m 33mm F1.4 E and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Tokina atx-m 33mm F1.4 E and the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C 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 30mm F1.4 C is also available in Micro Four Thirds , Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Leica L and Canon RF mounts.
Focal Range
Tokina atx-m 33mm F1.4 E is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 33mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
49.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sigma 30mm F1.4 C 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.
