Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Micro Four Thirds

A wholly versatile lens, the Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens exhibits an array of advanced and modern technology that helps to produce outstanding image quality. The lens is equipped with an intricate arrangement of lenses that is complemented by a powerful autofocus system and a high level of flexibility available only by its maximum f1.4 aperture diaphragm.

Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens Key Features:

• An impressively lightweight, compact and stylish design
• An ideal lens for street, portrait and travel photography
• Optical pathway is made up of 9 lens elements in 7 groups
• 2 Aspherical Elements and 1 High-Refractive Index Element
• Super Multi-Layer Coating minimises lens flare/ghosting
• Stepping Motor AF System offers fast, near-silent performance
• Rounded 9-Blade diaphragm helps produce natural bokeh
• The wide and bright f1.4 aperture excels in low-light conditions
• The lens aperture affords increased control over depth of field
• Reliable AF drive benefits both photographers and videographers
• Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material for greater precision

Expanded Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens Key Features:

Enhanced Control

Within this series of lenses, a common theme is enhanced control of lighting and the management of the scene in front of the lens. This lens features a wide, bright and fast maximum aperture of f1.4. This is a huge and versatile aperture opening that allows this lens to excel in low light shooting conditions as well as offering enhanced control of depth of field and subject-background separation. This f1.4 aperture diaphragm has the added bonus of being made up of 9-rounded blades that help produce beautifully circular and natural bokeh.

Optical Performance

This Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens is built up from 9 premium optical elements arranged into 7 groups. Within these groups, Sigma has incorporated two Aspherical elements and 1 High-Refractive Index element which together with Sigma’s Super Multi-Layer coatings, significantly reduce the appearance of chromatic/spherical aberrations, and glare and ghosting. The result of this is impressively sharp, detailed and colour-rich images. This arrangement of lenses offers a 50.7° angle of view and a versatile minimum focusing distance of just 30cm.

Fast, Accurate & Reliable

Like many lenses within this Contemporary lens lineup, this Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens offers fast, accurate and wholly reliable autofocus performance. This system is driven by a powerful stepping AF motor that also offers near-silent operation and therefore, is well suited for both photographic and video applications.

Mount Options:

Sigma as a brand produce lenses for a range of different systems and this lens is no different. This lens is available in the following mounts and their 35mm full-frame equivalent focal lengths.

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What's in the box?

• 1 x Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens
• 1 x Lens Hood
• 1 x Front Cap
• 1 x Rear Cap

FAQs:

What is different about the Contemporary Lenses?

Sigma has 3 lines of lenses dedicated to Art, Contemporary Photography and Sport. The Contemporary lenses are designed for high optical performance in a compact and lightweight build and are ideal for travel photography and casual snapshots. They were introduced as more portable rivals to the line of Art Lenses for users wanting similar creative expression whilst out on the road.

What does DC stand for?

DC is what Sigma use to signify lenses that are designed for APS-C sensor cameras. These lenses are generally smaller, lighter and therefore offer flexibility and increased manoeuvrability.

What does DN stand for?

DN refers to Sigma’s impeccable lens design that ensures exceptional performance on mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras with a short flange back distance.

Does this lens feature image stabilisation?

Unfortunately, this Sigma Lens does not feature image stabilisation.