Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art vs Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art is faster by 2 stops (f/1.4 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art | 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| 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 | 11 |
| Af motor | HSM | HSM |
| Elements | 17 | 16 |
| Filter mm | 105 | 62 |
| Min focus m | 1.0 | 0.312 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.12 | 1.0 |
| Weight g | n/a | 725 |
| Length mm | n/a | 126.4 |
| Stabilized | n/a | Yes |
| Diameter mm | n/a | 78.3 |
Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
A very large 105mm f/1.4 portrait prime for DSLRs with a hypersonic motor. It has no optical stabilizer and is aimed at studio and fashion shooters.
Pros
- Extreme background blur
- Sharp
- Supplied tripod collar
Cons
- Very heavy at about 1,645 g
- Large
Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro
A 1:1 macro lens with Optical Stabilizer and a hypersonic motor. It also works as a portrait lens.
Pros
- Optical Stabilizer
- 1:1 magnification
- Close focus to 0.312 m
Cons
- Older design
- Weighs about 725 g