Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 vs Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary

Both are Fujifilm X prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Viltrox

Pick the Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 if

You shoot full frame: the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is made for APS-C

Pick the Sigma 16mm 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)

Spec differences

13 differences

Specifications that differ between the Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 and the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
	Viltrox 16mm f/1.8	Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
Brand	Viltrox	Sigma
Format	Full frame	APS-C
Max aperture	f/1.8	f/1.4 ⅔ stop faster
Weight	not listed	405 g
Length	not listed	92.6 mm
Diameter	not listed	72.2 mm
Filter thread	77 mm	67 mm
Min focus distance	not listed	0.25 m
Max magnification	not listed	0.1×
Aperture blades	not listed	9
Optical design	15 elements / 12 groups	16 elements / 13 groups
Autofocus motor	STM	Stepping motor
Released	not listed	2017

5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization, weather sealing. Show all

Mount: Fujifilm X both
Type: Prime both
Focal length: 16mm both
Image stabilization: No both
Weather sealing: Yes both

Our notes

Viltrox 16mm f/1.8

Viltrox 16mm f/1.8: an APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens with a 16mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Fujifilm X mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes