Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II § 03 Head to head
Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II vs Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 is 100 g lighter. Sony 35mm f/1.4 has a physical aperture ring.
Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II 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 II comes out ahead, 6 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II 
Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA 01
Key differences
Why is the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II better than the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA?
- 100 g lighter (530 g vs 630 g)
- 39 mm shorter (73 mm vs 112 mm long)
- Focuses 2 cm closer (0.28 m vs 0.3 m)
- More aperture blades (11 vs 9)
- Smaller filter thread (67 mm vs 72 mm)
- Newer design (2026 vs 2015)
Why is the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA better than the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II?
- Has a physical aperture ring
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II has the edge: it is 100 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II has the edge: it is 100 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II | 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 | 530 g (18.70 oz) ◆ | 630 g (1.39 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 73 mm | 79 mm (diameter) x 112 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.28 m (11.02 inches) ◆ | 0.3 m (11.8 inches) |
| Maximum magnification | — | 0.18x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | Yes |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 11 ◆ | 9 (circular) |
| Optical construction | 15 elements in 12 groups | 12 elements in 8 groups |
| Filter size | 67 mm ◆ | 72 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E, L-Mount | Sony E |
| Released | 2026 | 2015 |
| Price | $1,059 launch price | — |
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Size
- A · Sigma
- B · Sony
- 73 × 94 mm
- 112 × 79 mm
The Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA is 39 mm longer and 100 g heavier than the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II.
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Sample frames
Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II
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 II or the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA?
- The Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II weighs 530 g, 100 g less than the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA (630 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II or the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA?
- The Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II focuses down to 0.28 m, against 0.3 m for the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA.
- Do the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II 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.
- Is the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II or the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II has the edge: it is 100 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II or the Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm F1.4 ZA better for travel?
- For travel, the Sigma A 35 mm f/1.4 DG II has the edge: it is 100 g lighter to carry.
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