Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art vs Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8
Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 has more in its favour on paper. The 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art gathers more light for low light and background blur; the AF 24mm f/1.8 is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 0.7 stops more light)
Choose the AF 24mm f/1.8 for
- less weight (230g vs 520g)
- a lower price (about £260 vs £430)
| 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art | AF 24mm f/1.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Samyang |
| Focal length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.8 |
| Weight | 520 g | 230 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 72mm | 58mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £749 | £399 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £359–£509 | £229–£294 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art better than the Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8?
The 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 0.7 stops more light); the AF 24mm f/1.8 offers less weight (230g vs 520g), a lower price (about £260 vs £430).
Which is better value, the 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or the AF 24mm f/1.8?
On Sony E / FE, the Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 costs about £260 against about £430 for the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.4 worth it over f/1.8?
f/1.4 gathers about 0.7 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).