Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL vs Sigma 90mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary
Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the Sigma 90mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary if
- You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.8 vs f/3.5)
Spec differences
14 differences| Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL | Sigma 90mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Voigtlander
|
Sigma
|
| Format |
not listed
|
Full frame
|
| Max aperture |
f/3.5
|
f/2.8
⅔ stop faster
|
| Weight |
not listed
|
295 g
|
| Length |
not listed
|
61.7 mm
|
| Diameter |
not listed
|
64 mm
|
| Filter thread |
not listed
|
55 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
not listed
|
0.5 m
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
0.2×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
11 elements / 10 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Stepping motor
|
| Image stabilization |
not listed
|
No
|
| Released |
not listed
|
2021
|
3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 90mm both
Our notes
Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL
A 90mm f/3.5 short-telephoto prime lens, the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL is designed for Sony E mount bodies, with apochromatic correction. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Our notes
Sigma 90mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary
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