Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary vs Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM
Both are Sony E mount primes for street and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 23mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (23mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM (35mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN ContemporarySee price on Amazon
Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary and the Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM?
The Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is 23mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM is 35mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary and Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM 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 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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