Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary 021 vs Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC is faster by 1 stop (f/1.4 vs f/2.0), letting in more light.
| Spec | 24mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary 021 | 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Rokinon |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.0 | f/1.4 (faster) |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 11 | 12 |
| Af motor | Stepping motor | n/a |
| Elements | 13 | 13 |
| Weight g | 360 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 62 | 77 |
| Length mm | 74.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 70.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.245 | 0.25 |
| Max magnification | 0.15 | n/a |
Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary 021
Compact 24mm prime for full-frame mirrorless with an f/2 aperture, a metal body and an aperture ring, part of Sigma's I series.
Pros
- Metal build with aperture ring
- Compact at about 360 g
- Close focus to 0.245 m
Cons
- Not especially fast
- Focus is not the quickest
Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC
The Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 24mm at f/1.4 for Sony E mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.