Lens comparison · Sony E / FE · updated 5 November 2026
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary vs Viltrox AF 23mm f/1.4
Verdict
Viltrox AF 23mm f/1.4 has more in its favour on paper.
Choose the 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for
- weather sealing
Choose the AF 23mm f/1.4 for
- less weight (260g vs 340g)
- a lower price (about £170 vs £390)
| 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | AF 23mm f/1.4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Viltrox |
| Focal length | 23mm | 23mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Weight | 340 g | 260 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | No |
| Filter size | 58mm | 52mm |
| Made for | APSC | APSC |
| New price | £499 | £249 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £389–£399 | £169–£169 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary better than the Viltrox AF 23mm f/1.4?
The 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary offers weather sealing; the AF 23mm f/1.4 offers less weight (260g vs 340g), a lower price (about £170 vs £390).
Which is better value, the 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary or the AF 23mm f/1.4?
On Sony E / FE, the Viltrox AF 23mm f/1.4 costs about £170 against about £390 for the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE (and other mounts: Fujifilm X, Canon RF / RF-S, L-Mount, Nikon Z). Both are made for crop sensors.