Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary vs Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E

Both are Sony E mount primes for portrait and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.

Last verified 2026-06-21 · Sony E mount · prices change — check the retailer

Spec	Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary	Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E
Focal length	56mm	56mm
Max aperture	f/1.4	f/1.4
Type	prime	prime
Coverage	APS-C	APS-C
Mount	Sony E	Sony E

Which should you buy?

Where to buy

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary and the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E?
The Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is 56mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E is 56mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.

Do the Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary and Tokina atx-m 56mm f/1.4 E 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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