Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 § 03 Head to head
Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 vs Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
Zeiss 100mm f/1.4 has a wider field of view. Sigma 105mm f/1.4 has a longer reach.
Both lenses are made for the Canon EF mount: the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 is a 100mm f/1.4 prime, and the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art is a 105mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 
Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art 01
Key differences
Why is the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 better than the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art?
- Wider field of view (100mm vs 105mm)
- 240 g lighter (1405 g vs 1645 g)
- Smaller filter thread (86 mm vs 105 mm)
- Newer design (2019 vs 2018)
Why is the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art better than the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4?
- Longer reach (105mm vs 100mm)
- 21 mm shorter (131.5 mm vs 152 mm long)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 240 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 | Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 100mm | 105mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Telephoto prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 1405 g (49.56 oz) ◆ | 1,645 g (3.63 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 152 x 101 mm | 115.9 mm (diameter) x 131.5 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 1.00 m (39.37 inches) | 1.0 m (39.4 in) |
| Maximum magnification | — | 0.12x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | Yes (dust and splash resistant) |
| Aperture ring | — | No |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 (rounded) |
| Optical construction | 14 elements / 11 groups | 17 elements in 12 groups |
| Filter size | 86 mm ◆ | 105 mm |
| Lens mount | Canon EF, Nikon F | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA, Sony E, L-Mount |
| Released | 2019 | 2018 |
| Price | $4,990 launch price | — |
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Size
- A · Carl
- B · Sigma
- 152 × 101 mm
- 131.5 × 115.9 mm
The Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 is 21 mm longer and 240 g lighter than the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art.
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Sample frames
Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 or the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art?
- The Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 weighs 1405 g, 240 g less than the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art (1645 g).
- Do the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 and the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 or the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Carl Zeiss Otus 100 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 240 g lighter to carry.
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