Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art 019 vs Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 SL II S
Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art 019 if
- You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/1.4)
- Our notes say it suits: Low-light shooting, environmental portraits, documentary work
Pick the Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 SL II S if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
15 differences| Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art 019 | Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 SL II S | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sigma
|
Voigtlander
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
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| Max aperture |
f/1.2
½ stop faster
|
f/1.4
|
| Weight |
1080 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
138.2 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
87.8 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
82 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.3 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.2×
|
not listed
|
| Aperture blades |
11
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
17 elements / 12 groups
|
not listed
|
| Autofocus motor |
Stepping motor
|
not listed
|
| Image stabilization |
No
|
not listed
|
| Weather sealing |
Yes
|
not listed
|
| Released |
2019
|
not listed
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3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 35mm both
Our notes
Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art 019
A very fast 35mm prime for full-frame mirrorless with an f/1.2 maximum aperture and an aperture ring. It is a large lens built for high resolution wide open.
Pros
- f/1.2 aperture
- Aperture ring
- Dust- and splash-proof structure
Cons
- Large and heavy for a 35mm
- Not discreet for street use
Our notes
Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 SL II S
The Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 SL II S is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.4 for Sony E mount cameras. A fast manual-focus Nokton prime from Voigtlander, built for low-light work.
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