Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Leica L

Sigma 90mm F2.8 Lens: The Ultimate Blend of Portability and Performance for Leica L

Overview:

The Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens stands out as an exceptional choice for Leica L-mount photographers who prioritize quality and versatility in their portrait photography. This lens is a game-changer in the realm of short-telephoto prime lenses, offering a perfect blend of optical excellence, lightweight design, and affordability. Its fast f/2.8 aperture not only excels in low-light conditions but also provides a beautifully shallow depth of field, making it ideal for creating striking portraits with smooth, artistic bokeh. The lens's advanced optics, featuring an aspherical element and five SLD elements, ensure minimal chromatic aberrations and remarkable image sharpness. Additionally, its smooth and quiet autofocus system is a boon for both stills and video, ensuring crisp, clear results without disturbance. The manual aperture ring adds a tactile dimension to aperture control, enhancing the shooting experience, especially for traditional Leica enthusiasts. Durability is also a key feature, with its weather-sealed construction offering protection in various environments. At 670g, it's significantly lighter than many native Leica lenses, making it a convenient choice for photographers on the go. Overall, the Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens is a top-tier option for those seeking professional results without the premium price tag, making it a smart investment for serious photographers.

More Details:

• Travel-Friendly Design: Weighing just 670g, this lens is remarkably lighter than typical Leica lenses, making it an ideal travel companion for photographers on the move.

• Exceptional Low-Light Performance: The fast f/2.8 aperture not only excels in low-light conditions but also allows for a shallow depth of field, perfect for impactful portraits with creative bokeh.

• Superior Image Quality: Engineered with an aspherical element and five SLD elements, it minimizes chromatic aberrations and delivers unparalleled image sharpness.

• Advanced Autofocus System: Equipped with a stepping motor, it ensures fast, accurate, and near-silent autofocus, suitable for both still photography and video recording.

• Intuitive Manual Aperture Control: The manual aperture ring offers a tactile and engaging experience, particularly appealing to traditional Leica users.

• Durable and Reliable: Its weather-sealed construction offers robust protection against dust and moisture, ensuring reliable performance in challenging environments.

• Cost-Effective: This lens provides exceptional value, offering high-end performance and features at a competitive price point compared to native Leica lenses.

• Use of high-precision aspherical glass molded lenses - SIGMA uses high-precision molds whose surfaces are controlled with an accuracy of ±5 nanometers (0.000005 mm) or smaller. High-precision aspherical glass molded lenses archives both good aberration correction and compact lens size.
• Magnetic metal lens cap - This dedicated metal cap clips to the front surface of the lens magnetically. It is no exaggeration to say that this meticulously crafted cap represents the finishing touch for the I series.
• Inner focus system - To increase stability, this lens configuration uses movable internal lens elements that adjust focus without changing the length of the lens barrel.
• Stepping Motor - The lens is capable of smooth, quiet, and high-speed AF made possible by a stepping motor, as well as supports Face/Eye Detection AF and video AF.
• Compatible with Lens Aberration Correction - Matching the optical characteristics of the lens, this function performs in-camera corrections of peripheral illumination, chromatic aberrations, distortion, and more, to further enhance image quality.
• Super Multi-Layer Coating - In digital cameras, flare and ghosting may also be caused by reflections between the image sensor and lens surfaces. Here too, SIGMA’s Super Multi-Layer Coating is highly effective, assuring images of outstanding contrast.
• Aperture ring - Designed to help users work intuitively.
• Focus Mode Switch - Using this switch, it is possible to switch the focus mode between AF and MF.
• Mount with Dust and Splash Resistant Structure - The lens mount incorporates rubber sealing to protect the mount from dust and water drops.
• Designed to minimize flare and ghosting
• Every single lens undergoes SIGMA’s proprietary MTF measuring system
• 9-blade rounded diaphragm
• High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount

• Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Leica L
• Sigma Magnetic Metal Lens Cap
• Sigma Lens Cap
• Sigma Rear Lens Cap
• Sigma Lens Hood
• Limited 1-Year Warranty
• Limited 3-Year U.S.A. Warranty Extension

Frequently Asked Questions about the Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens

Is this lens compatible with all Leica L-mount cameras?

Yes, the Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens is designed for full-frame Leica L-mount mirrorless cameras and is compatible with all cameras that support the L-mount system.

What type of photography is this lens best suited for?

This lens is ideal for portraiture, event photography, street photography, and everyday shooting, thanks to its short-telephoto focal length and fast aperture.

Does the lens have image stabilization?

No, the Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens does not come with built-in image stabilization.

How does the manual aperture ring enhance the shooting experience?

The manual aperture ring provides a tactile and direct way to control the aperture, offering a more engaging and intuitive shooting experience, especially for users accustomed to traditional photography styles.

Is the autofocus system of this lens suitable for video recording?

Yes, the lens is equipped with a stepping motor that ensures fast, accurate, and near-silent autofocus, making it suitable for both still photography and video recording.

How does the lens perform in low-light conditions?

The fast f/2.8 aperture of the Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens allows for excellent performance in low-light conditions, enabling photographers to capture sharp and clear images even in dimly lit environments.

Is the lens weather-sealed?

Yes, the lens features weather-sealed construction, offering robust protection against dust and moisture, and ensuring reliable performance in various shooting conditions.