Sigma has announced its new 12mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary for Sony E-, FUJIFILM X, and Canon RF Mounts.
The Sigma 12mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary is an ultra-wide-angle prime lens that has the widest angle of view of 12mm among all F1.4 lenses for APS-C cameras available in the market today.
It features the latest optical design, and the lens is claimed to deliver high resolution and detail even when used wide-open.
Sigma states that it is the world’s first lens to achieve a 12mm focal length with a large F1.4 aperture.
Three double-sided aspherical lenses and two SLD glass elements are arranged to achieve high optical performance from a wide-open
aperture of F1.4. Sagittal coma flare is also claimed to be well corrected, ensuring clear, crisp images from edge to edge.
The effective placement of double-sided aspherical elements has resulted in
a compact and lightweight design with a total length of 69.4mm and a
weight of 225g. This low weight means it can easily be used with mirrorless hybrids on a gimbal.
High-speed, high-precision autofocus is achieved by driving a lightweight
focus lens with a stepping motor that enables precise control. The lens is claimed to deliver high tracking performance in scenes with movement. Focus breathing is also claimed to be suppressed.
The Canon RF Mount version has a control ring instead of an aperture ring,
allowing functions to be assigned according to the user’s preferred settings
According to Sigma, by using advanced simulation technology, flare and ghosting have been largely eliminated.
In addition to a dust- and splash-resistant structure, the frontmost surface
the lens has a water- and oil-repellent coating applied, so that the lens can be used safely even in harsh outdoor environments.
The Sigma Contemporary line offers a wide range of F1.4 prime lenses for
APS-C cameras. Based on the concept of combining exceptional resolution
with a compact, lightweight design, Sigma now has a full lineup of F1.4 lenses across key focal lengths―16mm, 23mm, 30mm, 56mm, and now 12 mm.
Price & Availability
The Sigma 12mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary for Sony E-, FUJIFILM X, & Canon RF Mount will be available on the 4th of September for $629 USD / £519.
Specifications
- Lens construction: 14 elements in 12 groups (2 SLD, 3 aspherical elements)
- Angle of View: 99.6°
- Number of Diaphragm Blades: 9 (Rounded Diaphragm)
- Minimum Aperture: F16
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 17.2cm / 6.8in.
- Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:8.4
- Filter Size: φ62mm
- Maximum Diameter x Length: φ68.0mm x 69.4mm / φ2.7in. x 2.7in.
- Weight: 225g / 7.9oz.
