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TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 vs Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary

Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.5 m vs 0.8 m

Spec differences

12 differences
Specifications that differ between the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 and the Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
Brand
TTArtisan
Sigma
Max aperture
f/1.8
f/1.4 ⅔ stop faster
Weight
not listed
295 g
Length
not listed
61.5 mm
Diameter
not listed
70 mm
Filter thread
52 mm
55 mm
Min focus distance
0.8 m
0.5 m closer
Max magnification
not listed
0.14×
Optical design
10 elements / 9 groups
10 elements / 6 groups
Autofocus motor
STM
Stepping motor
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
Released
not listed
2018
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Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
56mm both
Aperture blades
9 both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8

The TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 is a fast standard prime lens covering 56mm at f/1.8 for Nikon Z mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

Our notes

Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary

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