Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon F

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Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM: Unleashing Brilliance in Ultra-Wide Photography

Overview:

The Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens stands out as a powerhouse ultra-wide-angle prime lens tailored for Nikon F-mount cameras. Sporting an impressive F1.8 maximum aperture, it claims the throne as one of the fastest wide-angle lenses available, delivering outstanding low-light capabilities and nuanced depth of field effects. Packed with technological prowess, its optical design incorporates FLD and SLD glass elements, ensuring minimal chromatic aberrations and maximal sharpness. The Super Multi-Coating diminishes ghosting and flare, while the Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) ensures swift, silent, and precise autofocus. This lens doesn't just excel in performance; it's built to withstand the elements with a weather-sealed, durable construction. From its rounded 9-blade diaphragm for smooth highlights to the focus distance scale for easy manual focusing, the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens redefines what's possible in ultra-wide-angle photography, making it a stellar choice for landscape, astrophotography, and architectural enthusiasts alike.

More Details:

• The Fastest Ultra-Wide Lens: Unleash unparalleled speed with the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM, boasting the title of the fastest ultra-wide-angle prime lens for Nikon F-mount cameras.
• Exceptional Low-Light Performance: Illuminate your shots in challenging conditions, thanks to the remarkable F1.8 maximum aperture, ensuring unparalleled performance in low-light scenarios.
• Optical Precision: Experience image perfection with an advanced optical design featuring FLD and SLD glass elements, minimizing chromatic aberrations and maximizing sharpness for unparalleled image quality.
• Anti-Ghosting Technology: Achieve high-contrast images with the Super Multi-Coating that effectively reduces ghosting and flare, ensuring clarity and brilliance in every shot.
• Swift and Silent Autofocus: Elevate your shooting experience with the Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM), providing fast, quiet, and precise autofocus for capturing those decisive moments effortlessly.
• Rugged, All-Weather Build: Conquer any environment with confidence. The durable, weather-sealed construction protects against dust and moisture, making it a reliable companion in any photographic expedition.

• Minimized chromatic aberrations - Three FLD (“F” Low Dispersion) glass elements and four SLD (Super Low Dispersion) glass elements help minimize transverse chromatic aberration, which tends to be noticeable in shots taken with ultra-wide-angle lenses. Offering excellent peripheral brightness, this lens delivers outstanding image quality from the center to the edges.
• Minimized distortion - Serving as the front lens element, the large φ80mm precision-molded glass aspherical lens effectively minimizes distortion. Offering excellent peripheral brightness, this lens delivers outstanding image quality from the center to the edges.
• Distinctive bokeh effect - Even at the 14mm ultra-wide angle of view, F1.8 brightness makes possible a very shallow depth of field with the subject standing out dramatically against a bokeh background. It’s the unique mode of expression that only a large-diameter lens can deliver.
• Exclusive low-dispersion glass - Most chromatic aberration can be removed by combining a high-refractivity convex lens element with a low-refractivity concave element. Yet residual chromatic aberration known as “secondary spectrum” may still remain. To minimize this secondary spectrum, which can be a serious issue with conventional lenses, SIGMA lenses feature up to three types of exclusive low-dispersion glass offering superior performance: ELD (Extraordinary Low Dispersion), SLD (Special Low Dispersion) and FLD (“F” Low Dispersion). In particular, FLD glass offers ultra-low dispersion in combination with high transmittance and the anomalous dispersion characteristics of fluorite.
• Designed to minimize flare and ghosting - SIGMA’s Super Multi-Layer Coating helps further reduce flare and ghosting and provides sharp, high-contrast images even in backlit conditions.
• Hypersonic Motor (HSM) - Delivers ample torque to the focusing group for outstanding speed, ensuring exceptionally stable performance even at lower speeds. Along with the optimized AF algorithm, this feature delivers fast autofocus photography.
• Fast AF with a full-time manual focus - Full-time manual focus function allows the lens to be switched to manual focus simply by rotating the focus ring. *Note: The operation of full-time MF may vary based on mount type.
• Mount with Dust and Splash Resistant Structure - Since the area of the lens most vulnerable to dust and other foreign bodies is the mount, rubber sealing* helps provide peace of mind. In addition, the front lens element features a water- and oil-repellant coating that helps the lens perform well in the rain, near water, and in other challenging conditions. *Except for SIGMA mount.
• Rounded diaphragm - The 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates an attractive blur in the out-of-focus areas of the image.
• High-precision, rugged brass bayonet mount - The brass mount combines high precision with rugged construction. Its treated surfaces and enhanced strength contribute to the exceptional durability of the lens.

• Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon F
• Sigma Rear Lens Cap
• Sigma Front Lens Cover
• Sigma Lens Case
• Limited 1-Year Warranty
• Limited 3-Year U.S.A. Warranty Extension

Is the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens compatible with all Nikon F-mount cameras?

Yes, this lens is designed specifically for Nikon F-mount cameras, ensuring compatibility across a range of Nikon camera models.

What makes the F1.8 maximum aperture of this lens special?

The F1.8 maximum aperture is exceptional for an ultra-wide-angle lens, providing remarkable low-light performance and the ability to achieve a shallow depth of field for creative effects.

How does the optical design contribute to image quality?

The lens incorporates FLD and SLD glass elements in its advanced optical design, effectively minimizing chromatic aberrations and maximizing sharpness, resulting in superior image quality.

Is the lens suitable for use in various weather conditions?

Yes, the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens features a durable, weather-sealed construction, offering protection against dust and moisture, making it reliable for shooting in diverse environments.

Can I expect fast and precise autofocus with this lens?

Absolutely. The lens is equipped with a Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) that ensures fast, quiet, and precise autofocus, allowing you to capture moments with speed and accuracy.