Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens - L-Mount

Description

Available in  L-mount, the versatile Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary for APS-C mirrorless is the ideal lens for creative everyday photography. Its F1.4 aperture creates expressive portraits and is handy when available light is limited. Using high quality optics and weighing only 340g, the lens can be mounted on modern mirrorless bodies to create a highly portable camera system without any compromise to image quality.

• A creative focal length with excellent usability
• Designed exclusively for APS-C mirrorless cameras
• Expands the range of SIGMA Contemporary F1.4 aperture lenses

A creative focal length with excellent usability

Create expressive portraits with rich bokeh effects, low-light landscapes and characterful everyday shots with the bright F1.4 aperture and 35mm equivalent focal length. With 13 elements in 10 groups which including 3SLD elements and 2 aspherical elements, the lens produces sharp, clear images even in backlit environments. It’s compact size and lightweight construction make the wide-standard Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN the ideal for everyday use.

Designed exclusively for APS-C mirrorless cameras

The lens has been designed exclusively for APS-C mirrorless cameras, resulting in a compact, lightweight body weighing just 340g*. It also features a quiet, high-speed stepping motor that can lock onto subjects quickly and can be used with AF modes such as focus tracking and eye detection. Use the large focus ring to fine-tune focus with Dynamic Manual Focus (DMF). It is also compatible with AF assist functions found on compatible cameras (E-mount only).

*The figures are for L-Mount

Expands the range of APS-C format F1.4 prime lenses

With the addition of the 23mm F1.4 DC DN, the Sigma Contemporary line now has four APS-C format F1.4 prime lenses. Together they work perfectly as a cohesive ultra-wide aperture set, collectively weighing less than1.5kg. This means users can build a lightweight mirrorless camera system that delivers superb consistency in image quality, colour accuracy and character.

Quick fire summary of the Sigma L-Mount 23mm F1.4 DC DN

• Lens construction: 13 elements in 10 groups with 3 SLD and 2 aspherical lens elements
• Inner focus system
• Compatible with high-speed autofocus.
• Stepping Motor
• Compatible with Lens Aberration Correction
• Support DMF and AF+MF
• Super Multi-Layer Coating
• Petal Type Hood LH554-01
• Mount with dust and splash resistant structure
• Support for switching between linear and non-linear focus ring settings (for L-Mount only)
• Compatible with Sigma USB DOCK UD-11 (sold separately / for L-Mount only)
• Designed to minimise flare and ghosting.
• Every single lens undergoes Sigma's proprietary MTF measuring system.
• 9-blade rounded diaphragm
• High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount
• “Made in Japan” craftsmanship.

Key specification for the Sigma 23mm F1.4 L-Mount DC DN Lens

• Lens construction : 13 elements in 10 groups (3 SLD and 2 aspherical elements)
• Angle-of-view: 63.4°
• Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded diaphragm)
• Minimum aperture: F16
• Minimum focusing distance: 25cm
• Maximum magnification ratio: 1:7.3
• Filter size: 52mm
• Dimensions (max diameter x length): 65.8mm × 76.9mm
• Weight: 340g