The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Voigtlander 50mm f3.5 I and the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG 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 24mm F3.5 DG DN C is the longer of the two lenses at 49mm. The Voigtlander 50mm f3.5 I with a length of 45mm, is 4mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C also has a larger diameter of 64mm compared to the Voigtlander 50mm f3.5 I's 52mm 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. Voigtlander 50mm f3.5 I weighs 150g, which means it is 75g (33%) lighter than the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C which has a weight of 225g.
Filter Threads
The Voigtlander 50mm f3.5 I has a filter size of 34mm whereas the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C has a 55mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 34mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Voigtlander 50mm f3.5 I:
And these are the 55mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C:
Lens Mounts
The Voigtlander 50mm f3.5 I has the Leica M lens mount whereas the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C has the Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica M EV1, Leica M11-D and Pixii Max for the Leica M Mount and Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C is also available in Sony E mount.
Focal Range
Voigtlander 50mm f3.5 I is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm.
On the other hand, the Sigma 24mm F3.5 DG DN C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 24mm.
