Sigma
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN
A solid mid-range pick in the camera lenses line-up, with f/1.4 up front.
55/100
f/1.4Sony EPrime
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Why we rate it
- Aperture ring
- Scores 55/100
- No constant aperture (zoom)
- No in-lens stabilisation
Score profile
Scored against the camera lenses classWhere the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Mount and format
MountSony E
Optics
Focal length min30 mm
Focal length max30 mm
Lens typePrime
Max aperturef/1.4
Controls
Aperture ringYes
More specs
Aperture min1.4
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN vs Sigma Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DNSigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
| SigmaSigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DNThis page | SigmaSigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55 /100 | 55 /100 |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | F2.8 |
| Mount | Sony E | L-mount |
Who it's for
Is the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable camera lense for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need constant aperture (zoom), in which case a higher-tier camera lense is the better call.
Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
okay
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 55/100 against other camera lenses, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 60.
What stands out on the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN?
Its aperture ring stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Canon RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM?
The Canon RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM scores 57/100 versus this one at 55/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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