Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art vs Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary
Both are Sony E 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 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art | Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24mm | 12mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary (12mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (24mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN ArtSee price on Amazon
Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC ContemporarySee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art and the Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary?
The Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art is 24mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame; the Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is 12mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art and Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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