Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary 020 vs Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro
Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary 020 if
- Our notes say it suits: Street, documentary, everyday carry
Pick the Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2)
Spec differences
12 differences| Sigma 35mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary 020 | Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sigma
|
Meike
|
| Max aperture |
f/2
|
f/1.8
⅓ stop faster
|
| Weight |
325 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
67.4 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
70 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
58 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.27 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.18×
|
not listed
|
| Aperture blades |
9
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
10 elements / 9 groups
|
not listed
|
| Autofocus motor |
Stepping motor
|
STM
|
| Released |
2020
|
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 F2 DG DN | Contemporary 020
A compact 35mm prime for full-frame mirrorless in Sigma's I series, with a metal barrel and aperture ring. It weighs about 325 g.
Pros
- Compact metal build
- Aperture ring
- Sharp
Cons
- f/2 is slower than f/1.4
- Not as bright as an f/1.4 lens
Our notes
Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro
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