Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM § 03 Head to head
Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM vs Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM
Canon 24mm f/1.4 is 115 g lighter. Sigma 24mm f/1.4 has a more aperture blades.
Both lenses are made for the Canon EF mount: the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM is a 24mm f/1.4 prime, and the Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM is a 24mm f/1.4 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 2 advantages each.
Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM 
Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM 01
Key differences
Why is the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM better than the Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM?
- 115 g lighter (550 g vs 665 g)
- 13 mm shorter (77.4 mm vs 90.2 mm long)
Why is the Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM better than the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM?
- More aperture blades (9 vs 7)
- Newer design (2015 vs 1997)
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Which should you buy?
- landscape For landscape photography, the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM has the edge: it is 115 g lighter to carry.
- architecture For architecture, the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM has the edge: it is 115 g lighter to carry.
- street For street photography, the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM has the edge: it is 115 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM has the edge: it is 115 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM | Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 550 g (19.40 oz) ◆ | 665 g (23.46 oz) |
| Dimensions | 83.5 x 77.4 mm | 85 x 90.2 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.25 m (9.84 inches) | 0.25 m (9.84 inches) |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 7 | 9 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 11 elements / 9 groups | 15 elements / 11 groups |
| Filter size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens mount | Canon EF | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA, Sony E, L-Mount |
| Released | 1997 | 2015 |
| Price | — | $849 launch price |
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Size
- A · Canon
- B · Sigma
- 77.4 × 83.5 mm
- 90.2 × 85 mm
The Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM is 13 mm longer and 115 g heavier than the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM.
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Sample frames
Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM
Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM or the Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM?
- The Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM weighs 550 g, 115 g less than the Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM (665 g).
- Do the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM and the Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM or the Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM better for landscape photography?
- For landscape photography, the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM has the edge: it is 115 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM or the Sigma A 24 mm f/1.4 DG HSM better for architecture?
- For architecture, the Canon EF 24 mm f/1.4L USM has the edge: it is 115 g lighter to carry.
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