Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art vs Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary
Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary has more in its favour on paper. The 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art gathers more light for low light and background blur; the 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.2, about 1.5 stops more light)
Choose the 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary for
- less weight (325g vs 1090g)
- a lower price (about £310 vs £730)
| 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art | 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 | f/2 |
| Weight | 1090 g | 325 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 82mm | 58mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £1,399 | £599 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £734–£734 | £314–£314 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art better than the Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary?
The 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.2, about 1.5 stops more light); the 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary offers less weight (325g vs 1090g), a lower price (about £310 vs £730).
Which is better value, the 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art or the 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary?
On Sony E / FE, the Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary costs about £310 against about £730 for the Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.2 worth it over f/2?
f/1.2 gathers about 1.5 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).