Sigma 15mm f/1.4 vs. Sony and Viltrox APS-C Lenses

Summary

Mark Bennett compares the new Sigma 15mm f/1.4 against the Sony 15mm f/1.4 G, the older Sigma 16mm f/1.4, and the Viltrox 15mm f/1.7. While the Sigma and Sony lenses are equally sharp, the Sigma 15mm produces cleaner bokeh. The Sony lens demonstrates superior focus breathing performance, especially with camera compensation, whereas the Sigma shows some breathing. The new Sigma lens also handles flare better than the competition. Despite the Sony being Bennett's top pick for its controls and focus breathing, the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 is highlighted as the better value due to its performance and lower price.

Key points

• Sigma's new 15mm f/1.4 lens matches Sony's 15mm f/1.4 G in sharpness.
• The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 produces superior bokeh compared to the Sony and Viltrox lenses.
• Sony's 15mm f/1.4 G leads in focus breathing performance.
• The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 offers better value at $319 less than the Sony lens.