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Sigma Announces Four Global Vision Lenses
21 February 2017
Sigma announced four new Global Vision lenses, that will be on display at the CP+ Show in Tokyo, Japan, which opens on Thursday.
The four new lenses include:
- 14mm f1.8 DG HSM Art -- World's first f1.8, ultra-wide, full-frame prime lens designed for high resolution cameras; ideal for shooting architecture, astrophotography, documentary and landscapes.
- 135mm f1.8 DG HSM Art -- Formidable telephoto prime with high-speed aperture; ideal for shooting weddings, concerts, events and studio/location portraiture.
- 24-70mm f2.8 DG HSM OS Art -- Fast, constant-aperture zoom workhorse upgraded to the exacting standards of the high performance Sigma Art series.
- 100-400mm f5-6.3 DG HSM OS Contemporary -- Highly versatile, lightweight and compact super zoom touting strong IQ and image stabilization.
14MM ART
With the world's first f1.8 wide-angle lens, the 14mm f1.8 Art incorporates the same groundbreaking aspherical element as Sigma's critically acclaimed 12-24mm f4 Art.
Boasting outstanding image quality from center to edge, the 14mm f1.8 Art features the largest glass mold (80mm) in the industry, offering photographers an ultra-wide prime with virtually no distortion, flare or ghosting. Three lens elements are made with "F" Low Dispersion glass, which is equivalent to calcium fluorite in performance and four Special Low Dispersion glass elements, which reduce chromatic aberration. In addition to the great IQ from edge to edge, the new 14mm f1.8 offers a superfast and efficient autofocus system.
With a minimum focus distance of 10.6 inches at 14mm, photographers can compose incredible close-up shots with expansive backgrounds.
The all new Sigma 14mm f1.8 DG HSM Art lens supports Canon, Nikon and Sigma mounts and works with Sigma's MC-11 Sony E-mount converter. The Nikon mounts feature the brand new electromagnetic diaphragm.
Specifications for the 14mm f1.8 Art lens include:
SIGMA 14mm LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon, Nikon, Sigma
Sony with Sigma MC-11 Sony E-mount converterFocal Length 14mm Aperture f1.8 to f16
Nine rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View 114.2° Minimum Focus 10.6 inches Magnification 1:9.8 Optical Design 16 elements in 11 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread n/a Dimensions 9.5 x 5.0 inches Weight 41.3 oz. Pricing and availability will be announced later, Sigma said. B&H is now accepting pre-orders.
135MM ART
With outstanding sharpness and great image quality from edge to edge, the 135mm f1.8 Art lens enters the market as Sigma's new premiere mid-range telephoto prime lens.
Ideal for events such as concerts, indoor sports, conferences and press events, the 1.8 f-stop delivers greater shallow depth of field and isolation of subjects. The outstanding compression effect makes it equally as powerful for up-close and full-length portraits.
Its new large hyper sonic motor provides ample torque to the focus group for optimal speed while the acceleration sensor detects the position of the lens for compensation focus groups for factors including gravity, producing faster and more responsive AF. Equipped with a focus limiter, the 135mm f1.8 Art can be easily optimized for a variety of distances and situations.
The new lens supports Canon, Nikon and Sigma mounts andworks with Sigma's MC-11 Sony E-mount converter. The Nikon mounts feature the brand new electromagnetic diaphragm.
Specifications for the 135mm f1.8 Art lens include:
SIGMA 135mm LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon, Nikon, Sigma
Sony with Sigma MC-11 Sony E-mount converterFocal Length 135mm Aperture f1.8 to f16
Nine rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View 18.2° Minimum Focus 34.4 inches Magnification 1:5 Optical Design 13 elements in 10 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 82mm Dimensions 4.0 x 4.5 inches Weight 40.2 oz. Pricing and availability will be announced later, the company said. B&H is now accepting pre-orders.
24-70MM ART
Featuring a new OS and highly efficient and fast autofocus system, the revamped 24-70mm f2.8 Art embodies all the technical qualities and finesse that define Sigma's Global Vision Art series.
Covering a wide range of shooting scenarios, the 24-70mm workhorse DNA includes three Special Low Dispersion glass elements and four aspherical elements to reduce chromatic aberration. The 24-70mm f2.8 Art aspherical elements use Sigma's thicker center glass design and highly precise polishing processto deliver excellent image quality with bokeh effects.
The lens' purpose-built structure boasts a new metal barrel for optimal durability with TSC composite internal moving components designed to resist thermal contraction and expansion.
It supports Canon, Nikon and Sigma mounts and works with Sigma’s MC-11 Sony E-mount converter. The Nikon mounts feature the brand new electromagnetic diaphragm.
Specifications for the 24-70mm f2.8 Art lens include:
SIGMA 24-70mm LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon, Nikon, Sigma
Sony with Sigma MC-11 Sony E-mount converterFocal Length 24-70mm Aperture f2.8 to f22 Angle of View 84.1° to 34.3° Minimum Focus 14.5 inches Magnification 1:4.8 Optical Design 19 elements in 14 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 82mm Dimensions 3.4 x 4.2 inches Weight n/a Pricing and availability will be announced later, the company said. The previous model sold for $800. B&H is now accepting pre-orders.
100-400MM CONTEMPORARY
With outstanding reach and performance value, the new 100-400mm f5-6.3 Contemporary telephoto zoom lens offers great image quality and usability with its lightweight, compact, dust- and splash-proof design.
Equipped with the newly-released Sigma OS and AF, the lens provides exceptional performance at lower shutter speeds. Highly versatile, the 100-400mm f5-6.3 Contemporary also features Sigma’s unique macro function (1:3.8 ratio) for close-ups and distance shots with push/pull focal zooming.
The new lens supports Canon, Nikon and Sigma mounts and works with Sigma's MC-11 Sony E-mount converter. The Nikon mounts feature the brand new electromagnetic diaphragm.
Specifications for the 100-400mm f5-6.3 Contemporary telephoto zoom lens include:
SIGMA 100-400mm LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon, Nikon, Sigma
Sony with Sigma MC-11 Sony E-mount converterFocal Length 100-400mm Aperture f5/6.3 to f22
Nine diaphragm bladesAngle of View 24.4° to 6.2° Minimum Focus 6.3 inches Magnification 1:3.8 Optical Design 21 elements in 15 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 67mm Dimensions 3.4 x 7.2 inches Weight 40.9 oz. Pricing and availability will be announced later, the company said. B&H is now accepting pre-orders.