Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Sony E

Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens: Mastering Ultra-Wide-Angle Excellence for Sony E

Overview:

The Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Sony E stands out as a powerhouse in the realm of ultra-wide-angle photography. With its 14mm focal length, it provides a broad 114° angle of view, perfect for capturing expansive landscapes and striking architectural details. The lens's standout feature is its fast f/1.8 aperture, allowing photographers to excel in low-light conditions and achieve captivating bokeh effects. Engineered with a sophisticated optical design, incorporating FLD and SLD glass elements, the lens ensures exceptional image quality with minimal chromatic aberrations and color fringing. The Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) guarantees high-performance autofocus, operating swiftly and quietly even in challenging lighting situations. Built for professional durability, the lens boasts a weather-resistant design and water- and oil-repellent coating on its front and rear elements. The Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens emerges as a go-to choice for discerning photographers, offering versatility across applications such as landscape, architecture, astrophotography, and street photography.

More Details:

• Ultra-Wide-Angle Vision: Experience a sweeping 114° angle for breathtaking landscapes and architectural shots.
• Bright Aperture Brilliance: Shoot confidently in low light with the fast f/1.8 aperture and craft mesmerizing bokeh effects.
• Image Excellence: Achieve top-tier image quality thanks to FLD and SLD glass elements that control aberrations and fringing.
• Swift Autofocus Mastery: The Hyper Sonic Motor ensures fast, quiet, and precise autofocus even in challenging lighting conditions.
• Built for Tough Challenges: Durable design with weather resistance and a repellent coating on front and rear elements for professional resilience.
• Full-Frame Versatility: Compatible with both full-frame and APS-C Sony E-mount cameras for maximum adaptability.
• Comprehensive Package: Comes complete with a protective lens hood and a sturdy carrying case.
• Warranty Assurance: Backed by Sigma's 4-year warranty for peace of mind.

• 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 Sony E
• Sigma Rear Lens Cap
• Sigma Cover Cine Lens Cap
• Sigma Lens Case
• Limited 1-Year Warranty
• Limited 3-Year U.S.A. Warranty Extension

Q: Is the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens compatible with APS-C cameras?

A: Yes, the lens is compatible with both full-frame and APS-C Sony E-mount cameras.

Q: What is the maximum aperture of the lens?

A: The lens has a fast maximum aperture of f/1.8.

Q: How does the Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) benefit autofocus?

A: The HSM ensures fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus, even in challenging low-light conditions.

Q: Can this lens be used for astrophotography?

A: Absolutely, the ultra-wide 14mm focal length makes it an excellent choice for capturing stunning shots of the night sky.

Q: Is the lens weather-resistant?

A: Yes, the lens features a weather-resistant design, making it suitable for various environmental conditions.

Q: What is included in the package?

A: The lens comes with a protective lens hood and a sturdy carrying case for convenient storage and transport.

Q: How long is the warranty for the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens?

A: The lens is backed by Sigma's 4-year warranty, providing assurance and peace of mind for your investment.