Lens Comparison
Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (L-mount) vs Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (L-mount)
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.
Where they differ
- ›Aperture: the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (L-mount) opens to f/1.2 vs the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (L-mount)'s f/1.4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
- ›Weight: the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (L-mount) is 665g (1.47 lb) vs 750g (1.65 lb) — you'll feel the difference handheld.
Frequently asked
Is the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (L-mount) or the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (L-mount) 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.
What is the main difference between the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (L-mount) and the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (L-mount)?
Aperture: the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (L-mount) opens to f/1.2 vs the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (L-mount)'s f/1.4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 17 | 17 |
| Optical Groups | 12 | 13 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
| Angle of View | 47° | 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | HLA | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm | 40 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.15x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $999 | $999 |
| Filter Size | 72mm | 72mm |
| Diameter | 85mm | 80.2mm |
| Length | 102mm | 111.3mm |
| Weight | 750g (1.65 lb) | 665g (1.47 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
