When comparing Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (Sony E Mount) and Zeiss Batis 2.8/18, which one is better?
The lens that weighs the least of the two is Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 which weighs 330 g, compared to the loser Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art - (Sony E Mount) which weighs 1090 g.
Winner: Zeiss Batis 2.8/18
Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.
Full specifications table of Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 and Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (Sony E Mount):
Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 | Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art - (Sony E Mount) | |
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Brand | Zeiss | Sigma |
Weight | 330 g | 1090 g |
Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Focal Length | 18 mm | 35 mm |
Largest Aperture | 2.8 | 1.2 |
Anamorphic Lens | No | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 25 cm | Missing |
Type | Prime | Prime |
Filter Thread | 77 | Missing |
Stabilization | No | No |
Covers a Full Frame Sensor? | Yes | Yes |