Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art § 03 Head to head
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art vs Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB
Sigma 135mm f/1.8 is 105 g lighter. Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 focuses 16 cm closer.
The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art is a 135mm f/1.8 prime, and the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB is a 135mm f/1.8 prime. On paper the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art 
Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB 01
Key differences
Why is the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art better than the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB?
- 105 g lighter (1130 g vs 1235 g)
- 31 mm shorter (114.9 mm vs 145.7 mm long)
Why is the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB better than the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art?
- Focuses 16 cm closer (0.72 m vs 0.88 m)
- More aperture blades (11 vs 9)
- Newer design (2024 vs 2017)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art has the edge: it is 105 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art | Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 135mm | 135mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Telephoto prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full Frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 1,130 g (2.49 lbs) ◆ | 1235 g |
| Dimensions | 91.4 mm (diameter) x 114.9 mm (length) | 145.7 x 93 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.875 m (34.4 in) | 0.72 m ◆ |
| Maximum magnification | 0.2x | — |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes (dust and splash resistant) | — |
| Aperture ring | No | — |
| Aperture blades | 9 (rounded) | 11 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 13 elements in 10 groups | 14 elements / 9 groups |
| Filter size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Lens mount | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA, Sony E | Sony E |
| Released | 2017 | 2024 |
| Price | — | $899 list price |
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Size
- A · Sigma
- B · Viltrox
- 114.9 × 91.4 mm
- 145.7 × 93 mm
The Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB is 31 mm longer and 105 g heavier than the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art.
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Sample frames
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art
Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art or the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB?
- The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art weighs 1130 g, 105 g less than the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB (1235 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art or the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB?
- The Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB focuses down to 0.72 m, against 0.88 m for the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art.
- Do the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art and the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art or the Viltrox AF 135 mm f/1.8 LAB better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art has the edge: it is 105 g lighter to carry.
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