The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF and the Canon EF 35mm 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. Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM is the longer of the two lenses at 106mm. The Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF with a length of 103mm, is 3mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM also has a larger diameter of 80mm compared to the Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF's 77mm 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 Argus 35mm F0.95 FF weighs 755g, which means it is 5g (0%) lighter than the Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM which has a weight of 760g.
Filter Threads
Both the Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF and the Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM have the same Filter thread size of 72mm.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Canon EF 35mm 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.
Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF is also available in the Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF has the fastest aperture of
F0.95, the Canon EF 35mm F1.4L II USM's widest aperture value is
F1.4.
