Despite its compact size, Sigma claims that the image quality will rival that of the company’s Art lenses. The incorporation of an SLD glass element distortion and axial colour aberration. The use of a stepping motor helps ensure smooth and quiet autofocusing for video shooting. Other features include a dust and splash-proof design, and a 9-bladed diaphragm for pleasing bokeh.
It will be available from November at a Euro price of €429. No UK price has been released yet. Visit https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses for more information.
Specification
Lens Construction: 10 elements in 6 groups
Angle of view (APS-C): 28.5°
Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded diaphragm)
Minimum aperture: F16
Minimum focusing distance: 50cm / 19.7in.
Maximum magnification ratio: 1:7.4
Filter size: ø 55mm
Dimensions (diameter x length): ø66.5mm x 59.5mm / ø2.6in. x 2.3in.| Weight: 280g/ 9.9oz.
