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Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM vs Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art

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

Pick the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 116 g lighter (524 g vs 640 g)
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.25 m vs 0.3 m
  • You want bigger close-ups: 0.26× vs 0.19× maximum magnification
  • Our notes say it suits: Documentary and street, wedding photography, video work

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

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM and the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
Brand
Sony
Sigma
Weight
524 g lighter
640 g
Length
96 mm shorter
111.5 mm
Diameter
76 mm
75.5 mm
Min focus distance
0.25 m closer
0.3 m
Max magnification
0.26× larger
0.19×
Aperture blades
not listed
11
Optical design
not listed
15 elements / 11 groups
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
8 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, max aperture, filter thread, image stabilization, released. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
35mm both
Max aperture
f/1.4 both
Filter thread
67 mm both
Image stabilization
No both
Released
2021 both

Our notes

Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM

A G Master 35mm prime for E-mount with an f/1.4 aperture, an aperture ring and linear-motor autofocus. It has a dust and moisture resistant design.

Pros

  • Sharp across the frame
  • Fast, quiet autofocus
  • Aperture ring with click switch

Cons

  • Larger than f/1.8 35mm primes
  • Heavier at about 524 g

Our notes

Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art

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