Rokinon FE14M-C 14mm F2.8
Score: 71/100
Sigma 105mm F2.8
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro is a full-frame medium-telephoto macro lens offering true 1:1 reproduction and optical stabilization. Its plasticky construction and diffraction at small apertures limit its premium appeal. Ideal for macro shooters seeking value and handheld capability.
The Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 is an ultra-wide manual-focus prime for Canon EF offering a 115.7° field of view and a bright aperture in a lightweight package. Its lack of autofocus, filter thread, and weather sealing limit its use for fast or protected shooting. Best for landscape, architecture, and night-sky shooters on a budget.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
14 mm | 105 mmbest | |
2.8best | 2.8best | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.28 mbest | 0.312 m |
| ↓ lower better | 552 gbest | 725 g |
— | 1best | |
6 | 9best | |
— | 1best | |
14 | 16best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Compatibility(2) | ||
Lens Mount | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Mount Compatibility | Canon EF, Nikon AE, Pentax K, Sony α, Fuji X, Samsung NX, Sony E, Four Thirds, Micro 4/3, Canon AE | Nikon DSLR |
Features(3) | ||
Image Stabilization | false | true |
Autofocus Type | Manual | HSM |
Focus Type | Manual | Auto |
Optics(6) | ||
Focal Length (mm) | 14 mm | 105 mm |
Minimum Focus Distance (m) | 0.28 m | 0.312 m |
Number of Optical Elements | 14 | 16 |
Number of Optical Groups | 10 | 11 |
Diaphragm Blades | 6 | 9 |
Coating | Super multi-layer (UMC) | SLD |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weather Sealing | false | true |
Weight (g) | 552 g | 725 g |
Length (mm) | 96.01 mm | 127 mm |
Maximum Diameter (mm) | 87.12 mm | 78.3 mm |
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Professional editors and reviewers consistently praise the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 for its sharp, low-distortion rendering and bright aperture, noting that it rivals much more expensive lenses in image quality. They also commend the integrated hood and UMC coating for flare control, but caution that the manual-focus only design and lack of weather sealing limit its suitability for fast-action or harsh-environment work.
Everyday photographers love the dramatic ultra-wide perspective, edge-to-edge sharpness and affordable price, especially for landscapes, interiors and night-sky photography. Common frustrations revolve around manual focusing challenges, the inability to use screw-in filters, occasional shutter-lock quirks, and a perception of a plasticky build.
“stunning wide views”
“great for Milky Way shots”
“can't use CPL for landscapes”
Professional reviewers commend the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 macro for its excellent sharpness from wide open to f/11, effective optical stabilization, and true 1:1 reproduction, positioning it as a strong value proposition. However, they note its plasticky construction, diffraction-limited performance past f/8, and occasional low contrast or chromatic aberration when stopped down, which keep it a step behind premium Nikon and Canon counterparts in build quality and extreme stopped-down performance.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the lens's sharpness, reliable stabilization for handheld macro, quiet autofocus, and attractive bokeh, seeing it as a cost-effective macro solution. Common frustrations revolve around the plasticky feel, occasional focus hunting, and softness when stopping down beyond f/8, though most find these issues acceptable for the price.
