Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN ContemporaryvsSigma 65mm F2 DG

65mm F2 DG DN Contemporary

65mm / F2

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65mm F2 DG

65mm / F2

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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

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  • 65mm F2 DG DN Contemporary76.7mm long × 72mm diameter
  • 65mm F2 DG76.7mm long × 72mm diameter

Specifications compared

Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN Contemporary compared with Sigma 65mm F2 DG.The highlighted side is the better one for that specification.
SpecificationSigma 65mm F2 DG DN ContemporarySigma 65mm F2 DGDifference
Focal length (wide)65mm65mm—
Focal length (tele)65mm65mm—
Max aperture (wide)F2F2—
Max aperture (tele)F2F2—
Min apertureF22—No data
Min focus distance55cm—No data
Max magnification0.15×—No data
Aperture blades9blades—No data
Weight405g405g—
Length76.7mm76.7mm—
Diameter72mm72mm—
Filter size62mm62mm—
Released20202025−5year
StabilizationNoNo—
Weather sealingYesYes—
MacroNoNo—
AutofocusYesYes—

The difference column reads as 65mm F2 DG DN Contemporary relative to 65mm F2 DG.The highlighted cell is the better side for that specification.

Check prices

65mm F2 DG DN Contemporary

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65mm F2 DG

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