Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE § 03 Head to head
Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE vs Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN
Samyang 32mm f/2.8 has a longer reach. Sigma 30mm f/2.8 has a wider field of view.
The Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE is a 32mm f/2.8 prime, and the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN is a 30mm f/2.8 prime. On paper the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE comes out ahead, 5 advantages to 3, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE 
Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN 01
Key differences
Why is the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE better than the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN?
- Longer reach (32mm vs 30mm)
- 68 g lighter (67 g vs 135 g)
- Focuses 2 cm closer (0.28 m vs 0.3 m)
- Covers a larger sensor format (full-frame vs APS-C)
- Newer design (2024 vs 2013)
Why is the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN better than the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE?
- Wider field of view (30mm vs 32mm)
- 23 mm shorter (40.5 mm vs 63 mm long)
- Smaller filter thread (46 mm vs 49 mm)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE has the edge: it is 68 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE has the edge: it is 68 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE | Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 32mm | 30mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | APS-C |
| Weight | 67 g ◆ | 135 g (4.76 oz) |
| Dimensions | 19.5 x 63 mm | 60.8 x 40.5 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.28 m ◆ | 0.3 m (11.81 inches) |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 7 | 7 |
| Optical construction | 6 elements / 6 groups | 7 elements / 5 groups |
| Filter size | 49 mm | 46 mm ◆ |
| Lens mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E |
| Released | 2024 | 2013 |
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Size
- A · Samyang
- B · Sigma
- 63 × 19.5 mm
- 40.5 × 60.8 mm
The Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE is 23 mm longer and 68 g lighter than the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN.
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Sample frames
Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE or the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN?
- The Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE weighs 67 g, 68 g less than the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN (135 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE or the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN?
- The Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE focuses down to 0.28 m, against 0.3 m for the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN.
- Do the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE and the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE or the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE has the edge: it is 68 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE or the Sigma A 30 mm f/2.8 DN better for travel?
- For travel, the Samyang RS 32 mm f/2.8 FE has the edge: it is 68 g lighter to carry.
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