Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron vs Sigma 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary
Both are L-Mount primes for standard prime — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron | Sigma 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 65mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
Which should you buy?
- the Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sigma 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary (65mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-SummicronSee price on Amazon
Sigma 65mm f/2 DG DN ContemporarySee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron and the Sigma 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary?
The Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron is 50mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Sigma 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary is 65mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the L-Mount.
Do the Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron and Sigma 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary fit the same camera?
Yes — both are L-Mount lenses, so they fit Panasonic Lumix S, Leica SL, and Sigma fp full-frame bodies (the L-Mount Alliance).
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