Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art vs Sigma 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary
Sigma 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary 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 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 1.0 stops more light)
Choose the 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary for
- less weight (365g vs 520g)
- a lower price (about £400 vs £430)
| 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art | 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Focal length | 24mm | 24mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/2 |
| Weight | 520 g | 365 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 72mm | 62mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £749 | £599 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £359–£509 | £404–£404 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art better than the Sigma 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary?
The 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 1.0 stops more light); the 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary offers less weight (365g vs 520g), a lower price (about £400 vs £430).
Which is better value, the 24mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or the 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary?
On Sony E / FE, the Sigma 24mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary costs about £400 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/2?
f/1.4 gathers about 1.0 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).