Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art vs Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art has more in its favour on paper. The AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB gathers more light for low light and background blur; the 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art is lighter and the alternative.
Choose the 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art for
- less weight (640g vs 1235g)
- weather sealing
Choose the AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.2, about 0.4 stops more light)
- a lower price (about £590 vs £600)
| 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art | AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Viltrox |
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 |
| Weight | 640 g | 1235 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | No |
| Filter size | 67mm | 72mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £849 | £899 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £599–£599 | £554–£629 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art better than the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB?
The 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art offers less weight (640g vs 1235g), weather sealing; the AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.2, about 0.4 stops more light), a lower price (about £590 vs £600).
Which is better value, the 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or the AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB?
On Sony E / FE, the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB costs about £590 against about £600 for the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.2 worth it over f/1.4?
f/1.2 gathers about 0.4 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, Nikon Z).