Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art 018 vs Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN MACRO | Art 020
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art 018 is faster by 2 stops (f/1.4 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art 018 | 105mm F2.8 DG DN MACRO | Art 020 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Type | Prime | Macro |
| Focal length | 105mm | 105mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/2.8 |
| Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Af motor | HSM | Stepping motor |
| Elements | 17 | 17 |
| Filter mm | 105 | 62 |
| Length mm | 157.5 | 135.6 |
| Diameter mm | 115.9 | 74.0 |
| Min focus m | 1.0 | 0.295 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.12 | 1.0 |
| Weight g | n/a | 710 |
Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art 018
Sigma's 105mm f/1.4 Art is an exceptionally large portrait prime with a hypersonic motor. It has no optical stabilizer.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture at 105mm
- Smooth bokeh
- Supplied tripod collar
Cons
- Very large and heavy at about 1,645 g
- 105mm filter thread
Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN MACRO | Art 020
A 1:1 macro lens for full-frame mirrorless that doubles as a medium-telephoto portrait lens. It is part of Sigma's Art line with a dust- and splash-proof structure.
Pros
- True 1:1 magnification
- Sharp
- Close focus to about 0.295 m
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Weighs about 710 g