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Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS vs Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art

Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS if

  • You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art does not
  • Our notes say it suits: Everyday and travel photography, low-light handheld shots, street and vlog use on APS-C

Pick the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)
  • You want bigger close-ups: 0.19× vs 0.15× maximum magnification
  • You shoot full frame: the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS is made for APS-C

Spec differences

13 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS and the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
Brand
Sony
Sigma
Format
APS-C
Full frame
Max aperture
f/1.8
f/1.4 ⅔ stop faster
Weight
154 g
not listed
Length
45 mm
not listed
Diameter
63 mm
not listed
Filter thread
49 mm
67 mm
Max magnification
0.15×
0.19× larger
Aperture blades
not listed
9
Optical design
not listed
13 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
HSM
Image stabilization
Yes stabilized
No
Released
2012
not listed
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, min focus distance. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
35mm both
Min focus distance
0.3 m both

Our notes

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS

A stabilized APS-C 35mm prime for E-mount, light at about 154 g with a 49mm filter size. It focuses as close as 0.3 m.

Pros

  • Optical SteadyShot
  • Fast f/1.8 aperture
  • Very light at 154 g
  • Compact

Cons

  • APS-C only
  • Not weather sealed
  • Plastic-and-metal build that is basic by prime standards

Our notes

Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art

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