Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens (Sony E)


  • APS-C | f/1.4 to f/16
  • 18mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
  • Fast & Lightweight Wide-Angle Prime
  • Stepping Motor AF System
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • Aperture Ring
  • 3 Aspherical Elements, 2 SLD Elements
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 6.8″
  • Water- and Oil-Repellent Coating
  • Dust- and Splash-Resistant Construction

KSh68,000.00

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The Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E-mount cameras is widely acclaimed for its excellent optical performance, compact design, and versatility, making it a popular choice for landscape, architecture, nightscapes, and street photography.​

Key Features

Optical Performance: The lens features three double-sided aspherical elements and two SLD elements to minimize aberrations, distortion, and chromatic aberrations, resulting in sharp images with good color accuracy even at f/1.4.​

Autofocus: Driven by a stepping motor, autofocus is fast, precise, and quiet, suitable for stills and videos, with reliable tracking and minimal focus breathing.​

Build Quality and Durability: It has a dust- and splash-resistant structure with water- and oil-repellent coatings, making it durable for outdoor use.​

Design and Size: Noted for its ultra-compact, lightweight design (the lightest in Sigma’s f/1.4 DC series), it is highly portable without sacrificing quality.​

Aperture and Bokeh: The f/1.4 aperture allows excellent low-light performance and creative background blur, with a rounded nine-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh.​

Additional Features: Includes an aperture ring, 62mm filter thread, and weather sealing, adding to its versatility.​

Performance Insights

Image Quality: The lens delivers sharp images, especially in the center at wide apertures, with some softness in the corners at f/1.4 that improves when stopped down.​

Handling Flare and Ghosting: It handles flare well, with minimal ghosting even in challenging lighting conditions.​

Use Cases: Ideal for landscapes, cityscapes, astrophotography, and videos, owing to its wide angle, fast aperture, and autofocus speed.​

Summary

The Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E offers a superb combination of optical quality, portability, and robust build features, suitable for professionals and enthusiasts seeking a high-performance ultra-wide lens with a fast aperture. Its autofocus and weather sealing further enhance its versatility in various shooting environments.

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