Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G vs Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG Contemporary
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and street — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G | Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG Contemporary |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG Contemporary is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 GSee price on Amazon
Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG ContemporarySee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G and the Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG Contemporary?
The Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G is 24mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG Contemporary is 24mm f/3.5 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G or the Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG Contemporary?
The Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/3.5 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G and Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG 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).
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