Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art vs Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE
Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art has more in its favour on paper. The 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art gathers more light for low light and background blur; the AF 14mm f/2.8 FE is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 2.0 stops more light)
- weather sealing
Choose the AF 14mm f/2.8 FE for
- less weight (485g vs 1170g)
- a lower price (about £260 vs £1,499)
| 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art | AF 14mm f/2.8 FE | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Samyang |
| Focal length | 14mm | 14mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 1170 g | 485 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | No |
| Filter size | — | — |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £1,499 | £499 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | None listed | £214–£304 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art better than the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE?
The 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 2.0 stops more light), weather sealing; the AF 14mm f/2.8 FE offers less weight (485g vs 1170g), a lower price (about £260 vs £1,499).
Which is better value, the 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or the AF 14mm f/2.8 FE?
On Sony E / FE, the Samyang AF 14mm f/2.8 FE costs about £260 against about £1,499 for the Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.4 worth it over f/2.8?
f/1.4 gathers about 2.0 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).