Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art vs Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO
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 55mm f/1.8 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 55mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO (55mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN ArtSee price on Amazon
Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVOSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art and the Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO?
The Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art is 50mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame; the Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO is 55mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art or the Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO?
The Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art — its f/1.2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art and Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO 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).
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