Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art 019 vs Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF

Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Sigma · 2019

35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art 019

f/1.21080 gStepping motor

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Laowa

Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF

f/0.95

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Pick the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art 019 if

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.3 m vs 0.5 m
You want bigger close-ups: 0.2× vs 0.1× maximum magnification
Our notes say it suits: Low-light shooting, environmental portraits, documentary work

Pick the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF if

You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/0.95 vs f/1.2)
You care about the shape of out-of-focus highlights: 15 aperture blades vs 11

Spec differences

13 differences

Specifications that differ between the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art 019 and the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF
	Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN \| Art 019	Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF
Brand	Sigma	Laowa
Max aperture	f/1.2	f/0.95 ⅔ stop faster
Weight	1080 g	not listed
Length	138.2 mm	not listed
Diameter	87.8 mm	not listed
Filter thread	82 mm	72 mm
Min focus distance	0.3 m closer	0.5 m
Max magnification	0.2× larger	0.1×
Aperture blades	11	15 more blades
Optical design	17 elements / 12 groups	14 elements / 9 groups
Autofocus motor	Stepping motor	not listed
Weather sealing	Yes	not listed
Released	2019	not listed

5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Format: Full frame both
Focal length: 35mm both
Image stabilization: No 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.