Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM vs Sigma 15mm 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 | Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM | Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24mm | 15mm |
| 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 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary (15mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM (24mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GMSee price on Amazon
Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC ContemporarySee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM and the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary?
The Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM is 24mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame; the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is 15mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM and Sigma 15mm 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 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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