Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art Lens Nikon F

Description

The Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art Lens for Nikon F is a full-frame standard zoom designed for photographers who need versatile focal-length coverage with a bright, constant aperture. Its 24-70mm range moves from wide-angle landscapes and environmental scenes to portraits and short-telephoto compositions, making it well suited to weddings, events, travel, documentary work, and everyday photography. The constant f/2.8 aperture also provides consistent exposure and depth-of-field control throughout the zoom range.

Sigma’s optical design uses 19 elements in 14 groups, including three SLD glass elements and four aspherical elements. These elements are designed to minimize optical aberrations while maintaining high resolution across the image area. A 9-blade rounded diaphragm helps create smooth out-of-focus rendering, particularly when shooting at wider apertures.

Built-in Optical Stabilizer (OS) provides a claimed stabilization effect of up to four stops under Sigma’s specified test conditions, helping reduce camera shake when shooting handheld. The HSM autofocus motor provides fast, stable AF, while full-time manual focus allows manual adjustment simply by turning the focus ring.

The lens features a dust- and splash-resistant structure around the mount, a water- and oil-repellent front coating, and a robust barrel incorporating metal and thermally stable composite materials. The Nikon F version also uses an electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism for precise aperture control and continuous shooting.

Highlights

Versatile 24-70mm Range:

Covers wide-angle through short-telephoto perspectives for landscapes, travel, portraits, weddings, events, and everyday photography.

Constant f/2.8 Aperture:

Maintains a bright maximum aperture across the zoom range for consistent exposure and useful subject separation.

Advanced Art Optics:

Features 19 elements in 14 groups with three SLD and four aspherical elements to help control aberrations and deliver detailed images.

Built-In Optical Stabilization:

Sigma’s OS system provides up to a four-stop stabilization effect under specified testing conditions for steadier handheld shooting.

Fast HSM Autofocus:

The Hyper Sonic Motor delivers responsive, stable autofocus, with full-time manual focus available for precise adjustments.

Smooth Background Rendering:

A rounded 9-blade diaphragm helps produce attractive out-of-focus areas at wider apertures.

Durable Nikon F Construction:

Includes dust- and splash-resistant mount construction, water- and oil-repellent front coating, and an electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism.