Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG Art IIvsSony FE 35mm F1.4 GM

35mm F1.4 DG Art II

35mm / F1.4

FE 35mm F1.4 GM

35mm / F1.4

Which to choose

There is no large gap in the headline specifications. The choice comes down to rendering, handling and how prices move. Look at sample photos from both.

These points are derived mechanically from the numbers. How a lens actually renders does not show up in specifications, so look at samples before deciding.

Size compared

← Mount
  • 35mm F1.4 DG Art II96mm long × 73mm diameter
  • FE 35mm F1.4 GM96mm long × 76mm diameter

Specifications compared

Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG Art II compared with Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM.The highlighted side is the better one for that specification.
SpecificationSigma 35mm F1.4 DG Art IISony FE 35mm F1.4 GMDifference
Focal length (wide)35mm35mm
Focal length (tele)35mm35mm
Max aperture (wide)F1.4F1.4
Max aperture (tele)F1.4F1.4
Min apertureF16F16
Min focus distance25cmNo data
Max magnification0.26×No data
Aperture blades11bladesNo data
Weight525g524g+1g
Length96mm96mm
Diameter73mm76mm−3mm
Filter size67mm67mm
Released20252021+4year
StabilizationNoNo
Weather sealingYesYes
MacroNoNo
AutofocusYesYes

The difference column reads as 35mm F1.4 DG Art II relative to FE 35mm F1.4 GM.The highlighted cell is the better side for that specification.

Check prices

35mm F1.4 DG Art II

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FE 35mm F1.4 GM

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