The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X and the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN 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 23mm F1.4 DC DN C is the longer of the two lenses at 79mm. The Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X with a length of 72mm, is 7mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C also has a larger diameter of 66mm compared to the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X's 65mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X and Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X and the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C 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. Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X weighs 260g, which means it is 70g (21%) lighter than the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C which has a weight of 330g.
Filter Threads
Both the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X and the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN 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
The Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount and Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount.
Leica L and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
23mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4 .
