Lens Comparison
Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary vs Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G
The bottom line
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to what you shoot, and let size, price and handling break the tie.
Choose the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G if…
- ✓You like close-focus work — 0.26x magnification vs 0.15x.
Frequently asked
Is the Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary or the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G better?
These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to what you shoot, and let size, price and handling break the tie.
Who should choose the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G?
Choose the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G if you like close-focus work — 0.26x magnification vs 0.15x.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 15mm | 15mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 13 | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 11 | 7 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 82.9° | 87° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 23-23mm | 23-23mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | HLA | Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 18 cm | 12 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.26x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | No |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $579 | $549 |
| Filter Size | 58mm | 55mm |
| Diameter | 64mm | 66.6mm |
| Length | 65mm | 60.9mm |
| Weight | 220g (7.8 oz) | 219g (7.7 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
