Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art (Canon EF) vs Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM
Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art (Canon EF) vs Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM
When comparing Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM and Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art (Canon EF), which one is better?
1. Lens Mount Comparison
These two lenses use the same lens mount, the Canon EF. This means that both lenses are compatible with cameras that use this mount.
Winner: Tied
Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.
2. Lens Type Comparison
Both lenses are Prime lenses, which means that you can choose both Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art (Canon EF) or Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM if you're looking for that type of lens.
Winner: Tied
Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.
Specifications
Full specifications table of Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art (Canon EF) and Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM:
| Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art (Canon EF) | Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM | |
 |  | |
| Brand | Sigma | Canon |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Focal Length | Missing | 40 mm |
| Largest Aperture | Missing | 2.8 |
| Anamorphic | Missing | No |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Aperture Range | 1.8 | Missing |