Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art § 03 Head to head
Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art vs Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB
Sigma 35mm f/1.2 focuses 4 cm closer. Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 is 180 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art is a 35mm f/1.2 prime, and the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB is a 35mm f/1.2 prime. On paper the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art 
Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB 01
Key differences
Why is the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art better than the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB?
- Focuses 4 cm closer (0.3 m vs 0.34 m)
Why is the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB better than the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art?
- 180 g lighter (910 g vs 1090 g)
- 14 mm shorter (121.8 mm vs 136.2 mm long)
- Smaller filter thread (77 mm vs 82 mm)
- Newer design (2025 vs 2019)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB has the edge: it is 180 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB has the edge: it is 180 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art | Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Wide-angle prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full Frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 1,090 g (2.40 lbs) | 910 g ◆ |
| Dimensions | 87.8 mm (diameter) x 136.2 mm (length) | 121.8 x 89.2 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.3 m (11.8 in) ◆ | 0.34 m |
| Maximum magnification | 0.19x | — |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes (dust and splash resistant) | — |
| Aperture ring | Yes (de-clickable) | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 11 (rounded) | 11 |
| Optical construction | 17 elements in 12 groups | 15 elements / 10 groups |
| Filter size | 82 mm | 77 mm ◆ |
| Lens mount | Sony E, L-Mount | Sony E, Nikon Z |
| Released | 2019 | 2025 |
| Price | — | $999 list price |
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Size
- A · Sigma
- B · Viltrox
- 136.2 × 87.8 mm
- 121.8 × 89.2 mm
The Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art is 14 mm longer and 180 g heavier than the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB.
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Sample frames
Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art
Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art or the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB?
- The Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB weighs 910 g, 180 g less than the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art (1090 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art or the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB?
- The Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art focuses down to 0.3 m, against 0.34 m for the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB.
- Do the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art and the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art or the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB has the edge: it is 180 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN Art or the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB better for travel?
- For travel, the Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1.2 LAB has the edge: it is 180 g lighter to carry.
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