Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary vs Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 II
Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 II has more in its favour on paper. The AF 35mm f/1.4 II gathers more light for low light and background blur; the 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary is lighter and the alternative.
Choose the 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary for
- less weight (325g vs 645g)
Choose the AF 35mm f/1.4 II for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 1.0 stops more light)
- a lower price (about £230 vs £310)
| 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary | AF 35mm f/1.4 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Samyang |
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2 | f/1.4 |
| Weight | 325 g | 645 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 58mm | 67mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £599 | £599 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £314–£314 | £204–£249 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary better than the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 II?
The 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary offers less weight (325g vs 645g); the AF 35mm f/1.4 II offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 1.0 stops more light), a lower price (about £230 vs £310).
Which is better value, the 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary or the AF 35mm f/1.4 II?
On Sony E / FE, the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 II costs about £230 against about £310 for the Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.4 worth it over f/2?
f/1.4 gathers about 1.0 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE (and other mounts: L-Mount).