Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm
Sigma
75 Overall Score
vs
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Viltrox
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm
85 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
This lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, even wide open at f/1.2, and its solid build quality. Users love the fast autofocus, beautiful bokeh, and great contrast, making it a favorite for street and portrait photography. However, some note it is heavy and may cause balance issues on gimbals, and a few experienced autofocus struggles or rare lens detection errors.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness at f/1.2
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Beautiful bokeh and contrast
- Solid build quality
- Versatile for street and portrait
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Balance issues on gimbals
- Occasional autofocus struggles
- Rare lens detection errors
- Vignetting at f/1.2
Sharpness 6
Build quality 5
Weight 4
Autofocus performance 4
Bokeh and contrast 3
Vignetting 2
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
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Specifications
| Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm | Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 20 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 10 |
| Groups | 13 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Water- & Oil-Repellent Coating | multi-layer nano-MC coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.2 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.2 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓★ | — |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.76 kg | 0.16 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA-Driven High-Speed AF Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm | 20 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.3★ | 0.17X |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm
- Strong aperture (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong macro (74th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm0.002score per dollar
vs
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm0.027score per dollar
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm offers 13.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
