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 35mm f1.4L 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. Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF is the longer of the two lenses at 103mm. The Canon 35mm f1.4L USM with a length of 86mm, is 17mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM has a larger diameter of 79mm 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. Canon 35mm f1.4L USM weighs 580g, 23% (175g) lighter than the Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF's weight of 755g.
Filter Threads
Both the Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF and the Canon 35mm f1.4L 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 Canon RF lens mount whereas the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R100, Canon R8 and Canon R50 for the Canon RF Mount and Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV for the Canon EF Mount.
Venus Argus 35mm F0.95 FF is also available in Nikon Z and Sony E 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 35mm f1.4L USM's widest aperture value is
F1.4.