Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Art Overview
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The 35mm F1.4 DG HSM is the first in Sigma’s new line of ‘Art’ lenses which are aimed at enthusiast and professional photographers, and designed as a high-quality alternative to the camera manufacturers' equivalents. Optically it’s a truly excellent lens that’s at least as good as anything else in its class, and performs extremely well on both APS-C and full frame SLRs. With fast silent focusing and solid build, its lower price makes it a compelling alternative to the camera manufacturers' equivalents.
Lens type | Prime lens |
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Focal length | 35 mm |
Image stab. | No |
Lens mount | Canon EF, Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF3, Sigma SA Bayonet, Sony/Minolta Alpha, Sony FE |
Max aperture | F1.4 |
Min aperture | F16 |
Min focus | 0.30 m (11.81″) |
Max magnification | 0.19× |
Weight | 665 g (1.47 lb) |
Length | 94 mm (3.7″) |
The Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM is a truly excellent lens, that performs as well in the field as its superb lab test results suggest. With fast silent focusing and solid build, its lower price makes it a compelling alternative to the camera manufacturers' equivalents if you don't need weather-sealing.
Good for: Photographers looking for a top-notch, fast 35mm autofocus prime without breaking the bank.
Not so good for: Anyone who shoots a lot in damp or dusty conditions.
00:41 (30 Aug, 2013)
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