The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Venus 10mm f2.8 Zero-D FF and the Sigma 10mm F2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye 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 10mm F2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye is the longer of the two lenses at 83mm. The Venus 10mm f2.8 Zero-D FF with a length of 71mm, is 12mm shorter. On the other hand, the Venus 10mm f2.8 Zero-D FF has a larger diameter of 82mm compared to the Sigma 10mm F2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye's 76mm 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. Venus 10mm f2.8 Zero-D FF weighs 420g, which means it is 55g (11%) lighter than the Sigma 10mm F2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye which has a weight of 475g.
Lens Mounts
The Venus 10mm f2.8 Zero-D FF has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sigma 10mm F2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye has the Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are , and for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600 for the Nikon F (DX) Mount.
Venus 10mm f2.8 Zero-D FF is also available in the Sony E mount.
Sigma 10mm F2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye is also available in Canon EF and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
10mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
