The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Viltrox 135mm f1.8 Z and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM 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. Viltrox 135mm f1.8 Z is the longer of the two lenses at 148mm. The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM with a length of 115mm, is 33mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Viltrox 135mm f1.8 Z also has a larger diameter of 93mm compared to the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM's 91mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Viltrox 135mm f1.8 Z and Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Viltrox 135mm f1.8 Z and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM 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. Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM weighs 1130g, 10% (135g) lighter than the Viltrox 135mm f1.8 Z's weight of 1265g.
Filter Threads
Both the Viltrox 135mm f1.8 Z and the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM have the same Filter thread size of 82mm .
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Viltrox 135mm f1.8 Z has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D6 , Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Sigma SA , Canon EF and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
135mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8 .
