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Sigma Ships 28mm f1.4 Art Lens
11 January 2019
Sigma has announced it is now shipping its 28mm f1.4 Art lens in Sigma, Nikon, Canon and Sony E camera mounts for $1,399.
It features a water- and oil-repellent coating on the front lens element in a dust- and splash-proof body. Autofocus speed has improved thanks to the Hyper Sonic Motor with an updated algorithm.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the 28mm prime lens include:
SIGMA 24mm f2.8 LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Canon, Nikon, Sigma, Sony E Focal Length 24mm Aperture f1.4 to f16
9 rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View 75.4° Minimum Focus 3.94 inches Magnification 1:5.4 Optical Design 17 elements in 12 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 77mm Dimensions 33.3 x 4.2 inches PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Adorama is now accepting orders at $1,399 for the Canon, Nikon, Sigma and Sony mounts.
Sigma Ships Its 28mm f1.4 DG HSM Art
RONKONKOMA, N.Y. -- Sigma Corp. of America has announced its 28mm f1.4 Art lens is now available for $1,399.
Key Features and Benefits
The most anticipated lens for wide-angle prime enthusiasts, the Sigma 28mm f1.4 Art model stands out with its thoroughly corrected magnification chromatic aberration and sagittal coma flare, as well as completely minimized distortion thanks to its optical design, incorporating two "F" Low Dispersion glass elements and three Special Low Dispersion glass elements.
It features a water- and oil-repellent coating on the front lens element and its overall dust- and splash-proof structure ensures excellent performance even in the most challenging shooting conditions. The high-speed AF, thanks to the HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) with an updated algorithm, captures the perfect moment instantly.
This lens is available in Sigma, Nikon, Canon and Sony E camera mounts and is a great contender for street photography, as well as shooting landscapes and night skies.