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Photokina Clippings: Sigma
19 September 2016
We're taking the drone approach to covering Photokina 2016. No boots on the ground but aerial surveillance of the more important targets. We'll provide a brief description with links to official press releases and sponsored links for pre-ordering. This entry covers the Sigma 85mm f1.4 DG HSM Art lens, the Sigma 12-24mm f4 DG HSM Art lens and the Sigma 500mm f4 DG OS HSM Sport lens.
SIGMA
Sigma Adds the 85mm f1.4 DG HSM Art, 12-24mm f4 DG HSM Art and 500mm f4 DG OS HSM Sport Lenses to Its Global Vision Line
Outstanding optical performance, ultra-wide zoom range and versatile flagship sports lens headline the Sigma line-up at Photokina 2016
COLOGNE, Germany -- Sigma Corp. of America unveiled its new 85mm f1.4 DG HSM Art, 12-24mm f4 DG HSM Art and 500mm f4 DG OS HSM Sport Global Vision lenses at the Photokina 2016 event (hall 4.2, stands B020, B028 and C029).
"We are thrilled to announce three state-of-the-art additions to the Global Vision line. The Sigma 85mm 1.4 Art has been a highly requested lens and we are very confident those customers who have been waiting for us to deliver this lens will be more than pleased with the superior optical performance and zero compromise," said Mark Amir-Hamzeh, president of Sigma Corp. of America. "In addition, the re-engineered 12-24mm f4 and highly competitive 500mm f4 Sport lens both embody the world-class performance our Global Vision lenses are known for. We look forward to seeing the incredible images our customers will create using these new Sigma lenses."
All Sigma Global Vision lenses, including the new 85mm f1.4 DG HSM Art, 12-24mm f4 DG HSM Art and 500mm f4 DG OS HSM Global Vision lenses, can be updated with the latest lens firmware from a workstation or laptop using the Sigma Optimization Pro software and Sigma USB Dock (sold separately).
Sigma 85mm f1.4 DG HSM Art -- The Ultimate Portrait Lens
The new Sigma 85mm f1.4 Art lens is engineered to support the highest resolution sensors on the market with an exceptional degree of sharpness, Sigma said. The high-performance optical system produces attractive bokeh with the advanced architecture featuring two Special Low Dispersion glass elements and one glass element with a high rate of anomalous partial dispersion and refraction.
A re-engineered AF system brings 1.3x the torque of its predecessor, while other features such as a full-time manual focus override have been added, which can be controlled when the focus ring is rotated, even during continuous AF.
The Sigma 85mm f1.4 DG HSM Art lens supports Canon, Nikon and Sigma mounts. The Nikon mounts feature a brand new electromagnetic diaphragm.
The Sigma 85mm f1.4 Art lens will be available in late October for $1,199.
Sponsored Link: Adorama has the Canon, Nikon and Sigma mount.
Sigma 12-24mm f4 DG HSM Art Ultra-Wide-angle Zoom for the Era of Ultra-High Resolution Digital Cameras
The new Sigma 12-24mm f4 features the largest aspherical glass mold in the industry, offering photographers an ultra-wide-angle zoom with virtually no distortion, flare or ghosting. Encompassing the long history of Sigma wide-angle lens development expertise, the new 12-24mm f4 performance highlights include constant f4 brightness and the brand new Sigma AF system with 1.3x torque boost.
The 12-24mm f4 features lens elements made with "F" Low Dispersion glass, which is equivalent to calcium fluorite in performance. Combined with an optimized power distribution, the result is outstanding image quality from center to edges. With a minimum focus distance of 9.4 inches at 24mm, photographers can compose close-up shots with expansive backgrounds.
The all new Sigma 12-24mm f4 DG HSM Art lens supports Canon, Nikon and Sigma mounts. The Nikon mounts feature the brand new electromagnetic diaphragm.
The Sigma 12-24mm f4 Art lens will be available in late October for $1,599.
Sponsored Link: Adorama has the Canon, Nikon and Sigma mount.
Sigma 500mm f4 DG OS HSM Sport Lens -- Pro Fast-Aperture Prime Super Telephoto
The flagship Sigma super telephoto 500mm f4 Sport lens incorporates the latest in Sigma optical technology and innovation. Designed for the professional sports and wildlife shooter, the ultra-durable lens features magnesium alloy components, a carbon fiber hood, a water and oil resistant front element and is dust and splash proof. The 500mm f4 features a drop-in rear filter slot for polarizers, UV and other critical filters. To help prevent damage during shooting and maintenance, the lens is also compatible with the exclusive Sigma Protector LPT-11 (sold separately).
The lens incorporates two FLD and one SLD glass elements, while the optimized power distribution helps minimize spherical aberration and axial chromatic aberration. The optical system also effectively minimizes transverse chromatic aberration, which can affect the edges of the shots taken in the telephoto range. In addition, image quality remains exceptional when the lens is used with a Sigma Telephoto Converter (sold separately).
Other key performance features include Sigma's two-mode Optical Stabilizer for enhanced performance when shooting handheld for still subjects or panning and tracking for moving subjects. There is also a customizable AF "return" function for setting the focus position of one's choice and returning to that preset distance.
The all new Sigma 500mm f4 supports Canon, Nikon and Sigma mounts. The Nikon mounts feature the brand new electromagnetic diaphragm.
The $5,999 Sigma 500mm f4 Sport lens, will be available in late October in Canon and Sigma mounts and in late November in the Nikon mount.
Sponsored Link: Adorama has the Canon, Nikon and Sigma mount.
PREVIOUSLY
Our earlier Photokina coverage includes:
- Photokina Clippings: Hasselblad
- Photokina Clippings: Sony
- Photokina Clippings: Nikon
- Photokina Clippings: Miscellaneous
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