Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN § 03 Head to head
Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN vs Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 has a higher maximum magnification.
Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN is a 35mm f/1.4 prime, and the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA is a 35mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 0, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN 
Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA 01
Key differences
Why is the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN better than the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA?
- Higher maximum magnification (0.19x vs 0.18x)
- More aperture blades (11 vs 9)
- Smaller filter thread (67 mm vs 72 mm)
- Newer design (2021 vs 2015)
Why is the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA better than the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN?
No measurable advantage on paper.
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Specification
| Specification | Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN | Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Wide-angle prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 645 g | 630 g (1.39 lbs) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 109.5 x 75.5 mm | 79 mm (diameter) x 112 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.3 m | 0.3 m (11.8 inches) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.19x ◆ | 0.18x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes (dust and splash resistant) | Yes |
| Aperture ring | Yes (de-clickable) | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 11 ◆ | 9 (circular) |
| Optical construction | 15 elements / 11 groups | 12 elements in 8 groups |
| Filter size | 67 mm ◆ | 72 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E, L-Mount | Sony E |
| Released | 2021 | 2015 |
| Price | $899 launch price | — |
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Size
- A · Sigma
- B · Sony
- 109.5 × 75.5 mm
- 112 × 79 mm
The Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA is 2 mm longer and 15 g lighter than the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN.
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Sample frames
Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN
Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN or the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA?
- The Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA weighs 630 g, 15 g less than the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN (645 g).
- Do the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG DN and the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
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