Sigma adds new Contemporary lenses for Sony E, Leica L, and Nikon Z mounts

Sigma announced the release of three new compact Contemporary prime lenses for mirrorless systems: Sony E & Leica L and three more existing lenses for the Nikon Z mount. The new lenses are Sigma 17mm f4 DG DN Contemporary, Sigma 23mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary, and Sigma 50mm f2 DG DN Contemporary. The 17mm F4 and 50mm F2 are full-frame lenses, while the 23mm f1.4 is for APS-C format cameras.

Sigma 17mm f4 DG DN Contemporary

The Sigma 17mm f4 DG DN Contemporary boasts an ultra-wide angle of view, designed specifically for full-frame mirrorless systems. Weighing 225 grams (L-mount version) and 48.8mm long, it features a metal body with a textured focus ring, aperture ring, and lens hood. The lens comes with both metal magnetic and snap-on lens caps.

It provides a 12cm focus distance and a 1:3.6 magnification ratio for close-up photography, making it ideal for vloggers, hikers, and landscape photographers. The developer claims that the lens’ stepping motor provides fast autofocus for stills and video.

• Focal Length: 17mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/4
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Mount: Sony E, Leica L
• Lens Format Coverage: Full-Frame
• Angle of View: 103.7°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 12 cm
• Maximum Magnification: 0.28x
• Macro Reproduction Ratio: 1:3.6
• Optical Design: 9 Elements in 8 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 7, Rounded
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Image Stabilization: No
• Filter Size: 55 mm (Front)
• Dimensions: 64 x 50.8 mm (Sony E) / 64 x 48.8 mm (Leica L)
• Weight: 220 g (Sony E) / 225 g (Leica L)
• Price: $599 on Bhphotovideo.com & Adorama.com

Sigma 50mm f2 DG DN Contemporary

The Sigma 50mm f2 DG DN Contemporary is also designed for full-frame mirrorless systems. This “standard” prime lens is available in Sony E and Leica L mount versions. It features an AF/MF switch and an aperture ring on an all-metal body.

Its f/2 maximum aperture delivers beautiful bokeh, and its optical design delivers performance “comparable to a 50mm f1.4 DG DN | Art” in a more compact body (37% less length, 48% less weight).

The lens is resistant to backlight and produces minimal flare in difficult shooting conditions. The stepper motor provides fast and reliable autofocus for stills and movies. Sigma designed this lens as a versatile everyday lens.

• Focal Length: 50mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Mount: Sony E, Leica L
• Lens Format Coverage: Full-Frame
• Minimum Focus Distance: 45 cm
• Macro Reproduction Ratio: 1:6.9
• Optical Design: 11 Elements in 9 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, Rounded
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Filter Size: 58 mm (Front)
• Dimensions: 70 x 70 mm (Sony E) / 70 x 68 mm (Leica L)
• Weight: 345 g (Sony E) / 350 g (Leica L)
• Price: $639 on Bhphotovideo.com & Adorama.com

Sigma 23mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary

The Sigma 23mm f1.4 is described as a wide-angle, fast prime lens specifically designed for mirrorless APS-C sensor systems, offering a 35mm-equivalent field of view on full-frame cameras.

Sigma states that this lens is designed for optimal portability with APS-C format mirrorless cameras. It has a compact and lightweight body weighing 340 grams and 76.9 mm long.

It is equipped with a quiet, high-speed stepping motor, the lens delivers fast, quiet autofocus for both stills and movies. Its excellent flare and ghosting resistance make it ideal for a variety of photography styles including landscapes, journalism, and everyday photography. The lens has a maximum magnification ratio of 1:7.3 and a minimum focus distance of 25 cm.

• Focal Length: 23mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Mount: Sony E, Leica L
• Lens Format Coverage: APS-C
• Minimum Focus Distance: 25 cm
• Macro Reproduction Ratio: 1:7.3
• Optical Design: 13 Elements in 10 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Image Stabilization: No
• Filter Size: 52 mm (Front)
• Dimensions: 65.8 x 79.2 mm (Sony E) / 65.8 x 76.9 mm (Leica L)
• Weight: 330 g (Sony E) / 340 g (Leica L)
• Price: $549 on Bhphotovideo.com & Adorama.com

Nikon Z mounts include the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary, Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary, and Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary.

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary

• Focal Length: 16mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24mm)
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Mount: Nikon Z
• Lens Format Coverage: APS-C
• Angle of View: 83.2°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 25 cm
• Maximum Magnification: 0.1x
• Optical Design: 16 Elements in 13 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, Rounded
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Image Stabilization: No
• Filter Size: 67 mm (Front)
• Dimensions: 72.14 x 92.2 mm
• Weight: 405 g
• Price: $499 on Bhphotovideo.com & Adorama.com

Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary

• Focal Length: 30mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 45mm)
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Mount: Nikon Z
• Lens Format Coverage: APS-C
• Angle of View: 50.7°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 30 cm
• Maximum Magnification: 0.14x
• Optical Design: 9 Elements in 7 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, Rounded
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Image Stabilization: No
• Filter Size: 52 mm (Front)
• Dimensions: 64.8 x 73.3 mm
• Weight: 265 g
• Price: $399 on Bhphotovideo.com & Adorama.com

Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary

• Focal Length: 56mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 84mm)
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Mount: Nikon Z
• Lens Format Coverage: APS-C
• Angle of View: 28.5°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 50 cm
• Maximum Magnification: 0.14x
• Optical Design: 10 Elements in 6 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, Rounded
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Image Stabilization: No
• Filter Size: 55 mm (Front)
• Price: $499 on Bhphotovideo.com & Adorama.com