Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art vs Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO
Both are Sony E mount primes for standard prime and portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art | Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 27mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO (27mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (50mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN ArtSee price on Amazon
Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PROSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art and the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO?
The Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art is 50mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame; the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO is 27mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art and Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO 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 Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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