Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art vs Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM is faster by 0.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.4), letting in more light.
- Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM is lighter by 75g.
- Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art goes wider (35mm vs 50mm).
- Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM reaches further (50mm vs 35mm).
| Spec | 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art | EF 50mm F1.2L USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Canon |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 35mm (wider) | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 (faster) |
| Released | n/a | 2007 |
| Blades | 9 | 8 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 6 |
| Af motor | HSM | USM |
| Elements | 13 | 8 |
| Weight g | 665 | 590.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 67 | 72 |
| Length mm | 94.0 | 65.5 |
| Diameter mm | 77.0 | 85.8 |
| Min focus m | 0.3 (closer focusing) | 0.45 |
| Max magnification | 0.19 | 0.15 |
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
The lens that launched Sigma's Art line, a 35mm f/1.4 prime with a hypersonic motor. It weighs about 665 g.
Pros
- Sharp from wide open
- HSM autofocus
- Solid build
Cons
- Large for a 35mm
- Autofocus tuning may be needed on some bodies
Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM
Canon's f/1.2 standard prime from the L line, with dust and moisture resistance and a ring USM motor. Built for shallow depth of field and low light on full-frame bodies.
Pros
- f/1.2 maximum aperture
- L-series dust and moisture resistance
- Strong subject separation
- Ring USM with manual override
Cons
- Large and heavy for a 50mm
- Soft toward the edges wide open