Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF vs Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF if
- You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/1.4)
- You care about the shape of out-of-focus highlights: 13 aperture blades vs 9
Pick the Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art if
- You want bigger close-ups: 0.19× vs 0.07× maximum magnification
Spec differences
12 differences| Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF | Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Laowa
|
Sigma
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.2
½ stop faster
|
f/1.4
|
| Weight |
not listed
|
925 g
|
| Length |
not listed
|
133.7 mm
|
| Diameter |
not listed
|
82.8 mm
|
| Filter thread |
62 mm
|
77 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
not listed
|
0.28 m
|
| Max magnification |
0.07×
|
0.19×
larger
|
| Aperture blades |
13
more blades
|
9
|
| Optical design |
13 elements / 7 groups
|
17 elements / 12 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
HSM
|
| Weather sealing |
not listed
|
Yes
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 28mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
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