Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art vs Sigma 20mm f/2 DG Contemporary
Both are L-Mount primes for wide-angle and astrophotography — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art | Sigma 20mm f/2 DG Contemporary |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 20mm | 20mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
Which should you buy?
- the Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
Where to buy
Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN ArtSee price on Amazon
Sigma 20mm f/2 DG ContemporarySee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art and the Sigma 20mm f/2 DG Contemporary?
The Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art is 20mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame; the Sigma 20mm f/2 DG Contemporary is 20mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the L-Mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or the Sigma 20mm f/2 DG Contemporary?
The Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art and Sigma 20mm f/2 DG Contemporary fit the same camera?
Yes — both are L-Mount lenses, so they fit Panasonic Lumix S, Leica SL, and Sigma fp full-frame bodies (the L-Mount Alliance).
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