7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II § 03 Head to head
7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II vs Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN
7Artisans 55mm f/1.4 has a wider field of view. Sigma 56mm f/1.4 has a longer reach.
Both lenses are made for the Micro Four Thirds mount: the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II is a 55mm f/1.4 prime, and the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN is a 56mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II 
Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN 01
Key differences
Why is the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II better than the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN?
- Wider field of view (55mm vs 56mm)
- Focuses 8 cm closer (0.42 m vs 0.5 m)
- Smaller filter thread (52 mm vs 55 mm)
- Newer design (2021 vs 2018)
Why is the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN better than the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II?
- Longer reach (56mm vs 55mm)
- 78 g lighter (280 g vs 358 g)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN has the edge: it is 78 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II | Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 55mm | 56mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 358 g (12.63 oz) | 280 g (9.88 oz) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 60 x 65 mm | 59.5 x 66.5 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.42 m (16.54 inches) ◆ | 0.50 m (19.69 inches) |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | Yes |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 |
| Optical construction | 6 elements / 5 groups | 10 elements / 6 groups |
| Filter size | 52 mm ◆ | 55 mm |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M, L-Mount |
| Released | 2021 | 2018 |
| Price | — | $479 launch price |
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Size
- A · 7Artisans
- B · Sigma
- 65 × 60 mm
- 66.5 × 59.5 mm
The Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN is 1 mm longer and 78 g lighter than the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II.
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Sample frames
7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II
Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II or the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN?
- The Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN weighs 280 g, 78 g less than the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II (358 g).
- Which focuses closer, the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II or the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN?
- The 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II focuses down to 0.42 m, against 0.5 m for the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN.
- Do the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II and the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II or the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Sigma C 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN has the edge: it is 78 g lighter to carry.
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