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
Sony
FE 35mm F1.4 GM
Sony E Mount
FE 35mm F1.4 GM — 35mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sony lineup.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Mar 2021
FE 35mm F1.4 GM is 3 months newer.
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Wins
35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Wins
FE 35mm F1.4 GM
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 35mm F1.4 GM has lower Weight (524 g vs 640 g)
- BFE 35mm F1.4 GM has lower Length (123 mm vs 140 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to share35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
⌀70 × 140 mm
640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 35mm F1.4 GM
⌀70 × 123 mm
524 g (1.16 lb / 18.48 oz)
35mm F1.4 DG DN Art is 17mm longer than FE 35mm F1.4 GM.
35mm F1.4 DG DN Art is 116 g heavier than FE 35mm F1.4 GM.
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 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
No major spec wins compared to FE 35mm F1.4 GM.
Reasons to choose the FE 35mm F1.4 GM
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 35mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 35mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Weight
524 g vs 640 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
123 mm vs 140 mm — 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
Max magnification
Both 0.15 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Diameter
Both 70 mm
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
FE 35mm F1.4 GM
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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Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.