When comparing Zeiss Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA and Sigma 35/1,4 DG HSM Art (Canon EF), which one is better?
The lens that weighs the least of the two is Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art - (Canon EF) which weighs 665 g, compared to the loser Zeiss Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA which weighs 778 g.
Winner: Sigma 35/1,4 DG HSM Art (Canon EF)
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 Sigma 35/1,4 DG HSM Art (Canon EF) and Zeiss Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA:
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art - (Canon EF) | Zeiss Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA | |
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Brand | Sigma | Zeiss |
Weight | 665 g | 778 g |
Mount | Canon EF | Sony E |
Focal Length | 35 mm | 50 mm |
Largest Aperture | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Anamorphic Lens | No | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | Missing | 45 cm |
Type | Prime | Prime |
Filter Thread | Missing | 72 |
Lens Front Diameter (Not Filter Thread) | Missing | 83.5 mm |
Stabilization | No | No |