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Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM vs Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G

Product Comparison: Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM vs Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G

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Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon

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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Camera Lens

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General Specifications

Brand

Sigma

Nikon

Model

50mm f/1.4 DG HSM

AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G

Origin

Japan

About the Product

Uncompromising in every detail, this large-aperture standard lens offers the ultimate in image quality. Its high resolution makes it perfect for the high-megapixel era.

Designed specifically with today’s DSLR users in mind, the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G lens from Nikon is ideal for photographers of all levels looking to get creative.

Key Specs

Mount Type

Sigma SA / Nikon F / Canon EF / Sony A / Sony E

Nikon F-Bayonet

Maximum Aperture

1.4 /f

Minimum Focal Length

50 millimeters

Maximum Focal Length

50 millimeters

Lens Type

Macro

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon

It's crazy sharp, awesome bokeh, no distortion or vignette that a human being would notice.
I love the versatility of 50mm, and the shallow depth of field that can be had with the wide apertures.
Super sharp, even at f/1.4.
The pictures are very sharp at f1.4.
Amazing lens, beautiful bokeh. Sharp at all apertures.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Camera Lens

The image quality of the pictures are incredible and it feels so nice to have a fast prime lens.
Amazing lens, the low aperture allows for amazing low light photos.
It is great for small aperture pictures.
Sharp, fast, with a great aperture range.
It is incredibly fast and the wide aperture lets in a lot of light.

Size & Weight

Height

3.4 in.

2.9 in.

Width

3.4 in.

2.9 in.

Depth

3.9 in.

2.1 in.

Weight

28.7 oz.

9.9 oz.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon

So sharp! And it is heavy for its size but worth it.
I really like the size and feel of it.
I was very impressed with the weight and the build quality.
The only downside of this lens is size and weight.
Only issue is its weight. Very heavy lens.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Camera Lens

Large aperture, compact size, and lightweight.
This is an excellent one, great lens, nice compact size.
I like its size, weight, build, low light capability.
Build quality seems fine. Good size.
It shoots great, lightweight, sharp images.

Imaging

Minimum Focus Distance

15.7 in.

18 in.

Field Of View

46.8°

FX 46° / DX 31°30'

Zoom Type

Manual

Focus

Auto Focus, Manual Focus

Optical Stabilization

What customers say about "Imaging"

Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon

The focus is fast and quiet.
The smooth manual focus with just the right amount of resistance to make it easy to be precise.
Autofocus is fast and without drama, and quiet enough for video production.
Autofocus is incredibly fast, near instant in some cases.
This 50mm lens has no VR equivalent, image stabilization.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Camera Lens

Lightweight, very silent focusing.
Lightweight, quick precise autofocus, razor sharp images!
Autofocus speed is decent not too fast not too slow.
Sharp, quick focus, great low light performance, and priced right.
I like the minimum focus distance at about a foot so I can get a tight shot even at 50mm. Focus is fast and quiet.

Features

Brand Compatibility

Sigma / Nikon / Canon / Sony

Nikon

Sensor Type Compatibility

FX Format / DX Format

Lens Groups and Elements

13 Elements in 8 Groups

8 Elements in 7 Groups

Number of Aperture Blades

Filter Diameter

77 millimeters

58 millimeters

Extras

Minimized sagittal coma flare, Minimized axial chromatic aberration, Hyper Sonic Motor, TSC (Thermally Stable Composite)

AF-S (Silent Wave Motor), Super Integrated Coating, Easy to carry

What customers say about "Features"

Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon

It is so amazing and the images are so sharp and beautiful!
Stunning image quality, incredible bokeh, fantastic depth of field control, beautiful color and sharp edges.
The build quality and image quality speak for itself.
Image quality was fantastic all the way down to 1.4.
It has sharp images and beautiful bokeh.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Camera Lens