Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E vs Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art
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 | Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E | Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 33mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | 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 Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E (33mm) 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 Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 ESee price on Amazon
Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN ArtSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E and the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art?
The Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E is 33mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art is 50mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E or the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art?
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/1.4 of the other.
Do the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E and Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art 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 Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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