Lens Comparison
Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art vs Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD
Key Differences
- Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art has a better maximum aperture (f/1.2 vs f/2).
- Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art has a better weight (750g (1.65 lb) vs 1165g (2.57 lb)).
- Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art has a better length (102mm vs 157.8mm).
- Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD has a better min focus distance (33 cm vs 40 cm).
- Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art has a better max magnification (0.15x vs 0.12x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50mm | 35-150mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | − | 22 |
| Optical Groups | − | 15 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 | f/2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | HLA | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm | 33 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.12x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | No |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $999 | $999 |
| Filter Size | 72mm | 82mm |
| Diameter | 85mm | 89.8mm |
| Length | 102mm | 157.8mm |
| Weight | 750g (1.65 lb) | 1165g (2.57 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |






