Lens comparison · Sony E / FE · updated 5 November 2026
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary vs Viltrox AF 33mm f/1.4
Verdict
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary has more in its favour on paper.
Choose the 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for
- less weight (265g vs 270g)
- a lower price (about £210 vs £249)
- weather sealing
Choose the AF 33mm f/1.4 for
- Similar specs
| 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | AF 33mm f/1.4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Viltrox |
| Focal length | 30mm | 33mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Weight | 265 g | 270 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | No |
| Filter size | 52mm | 52mm |
| Made for | APSC | APSC |
| New price | £339 | £249 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £199–£214 | None listed |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary better than the Viltrox AF 33mm f/1.4?
The 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary offers less weight (265g vs 270g), a lower price (about £210 vs £249), weather sealing; the AF 33mm f/1.4 offers similar specs.
Which is better value, the 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary or the AF 33mm f/1.4?
On Sony E / FE, the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary costs about £210 against about £249 for the Viltrox AF 33mm f/1.4 (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, Nikon Z, L-Mount, Micro Four Thirds, Canon EF-M). Both are made for crop sensors.