Samyang
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
Sony E Mount
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II — 35mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the samyang lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Aug 2022
Sigma
35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Sony E Mount
35mm F1.4 DG DN Art — 35mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2020
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II is 1.7 years newer.
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Wins
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
Wins
35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAF 35mm F1.4 FE II has lower Length (105.7 mm vs 140 mm)
- AAF 35mm F1.4 FE II has higher Max magnification (0.17 × vs 0.15 ×)
- B35mm F1.4 DG DN Art has lower Diameter (70 mm vs 76.5 mm)
- B35mm F1.4 DG DN Art has lower Weight (640 g vs 659 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareAF 35mm F1.4 FE II
⌀77 × 106 mm
659 g (1.45 lb / 23.25 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
⌀70 × 140 mm
640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II is 34mm shorter and 7mm wider than 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II is 19 g heavier than 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 2 HR, 1 ED
- ✓
Length
105.7 mm vs 140 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.17 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical, ED
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 76.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
640 g vs 659 g — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.4
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.4
Min focus distance
Both 30 cm
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Samyang AF 35mm F1.4 FE II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.