Sigma
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
Sony E Mount
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art — 105mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Jun 2021
Sigma
50mm F1.2 DG DN Art
Sony E Mount
50mm F1.2 DG DN Art — 50mm f/1.2 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2021
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
Wins
50mm F1.2 DG DN Art
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- A105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art has higher Max magnification (1 × vs 0.15 ×)
- B50mm F1.2 DG DN Art has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- B50mm F1.2 DG DN Art has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- A105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art has lower Length (135.6 mm vs 182 mm)
- A105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art has lower Weight (710 g vs 946 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
⌀74 × 136 mm
710 g (1.57 lb / 25.04 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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50mm F1.2 DG DN Art
⌀81 × 182 mm
946 g (2.09 lb / 33.37 oz)
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art is 46mm shorter and 7mm narrower than 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art.
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art is 236 g lighter than 50mm F1.2 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 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
- ✓
Max magnification
1 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
- ✓
Length
135.6 mm vs 182 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
710 g vs 946 g — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
74 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 30 cm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Control ring
Only 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art supports it
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
Pros
- ✓Solid optical performance for the price tier
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
50mm F1.2 DG DN Art
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.