Sigma 40mm F1.4 DG HSM Review

Name: Sigma 40mm F1.4 DG HSM
Brand: sigma

November 22, 2018 | Mark Goldstein |

Main Rivals

Listed below are some of the rivals of the Sigma 40mm F1.4 DG HSM.

Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM

The Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM is a new moderate wide-angle prime lens for professionals. Boasting a very fast maximum aperture, the latest coatings, and fast and quiet auto-focusing, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM is the most expensive 35mm Canon prime lens. Read our in-depth Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM review complete with full-size sample images...

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G

The AF-S 35mm f/1.4G from Nikon is a moderate wide-angle lens in the full-frame FX format, or a fast standard prime when mounted on a DX body. The 35mm f/1.4 features 10 optical elements in seven groups with one aspherical lens element and a Rear Focus (RF) system incorporating a Silent Wave Motor which provides smooth and fast autofocus with full-time manual focus override. Retailing for $1,799.95 / £1,485.99, read our expert Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G review to find out if it's worth the hefty investment.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G is a new, affordable moderate wide-angle prime lens for Nikon full-frame DSLR cameras. Find out how the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G performs in our in-depth review, complete with full-size sample images.

Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE

The Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE is a very fast and relatively affordable moderate wide-angle prime lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. Priced at £559 / $799, is the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE a viable alternative to Sony's own 35mm lenses? Read our Samyang AF 35mm f/1.4 FE review to find out...

Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM

The Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM is a moderate wide-angle lens in the full-frame format, or a fast standard prime when mounted on an APS-C body. The 35mm f/1.4 features 13 optical elements in seven groups with one aspherical lens element and a HSM focusing system which provides quiet, smooth and fast autofocus with full-time manual focus override. Retailing for £799 / $899, read our expert Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM review to find out if it's a worthy alternative to the Canon, Nikon and Sony equivalents.

Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD

The Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD is a new wide-angle prime lens for DSLR cameras which boasts image stabilisation, weather-proofing, a minimum focus distance of 0.2m and premium build quality. Read our in-depth Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD review now...