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Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH. vs Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary

Both are Leica L prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH. if

  • You want bigger close-ups: 0.2× vs 0.18× maximum magnification

Pick the Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 425 g lighter (325 g vs 750 g)
  • You want a compact lens: 65.4 mm vs 102 mm long

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH. and the Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary
Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH. Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary
Brand
Leica
Sigma
Weight
750 g
325 g lighter
Length
102 mm
65.4 mm shorter
Diameter
73 mm
70 mm slimmer
Filter thread
67 mm
58 mm
Max magnification
0.2× larger
0.18×
Aperture blades
not listed
9
Optical design
13 elements / 11 groups
10 elements / 9 groups
Released
not listed
2020
7 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, max aperture, min focus distance, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Leica L both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
35mm both
Max aperture
f/2 both
Min focus distance
0.27 m both
Image stabilization
No both

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