
Sigma 56mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Nikon Z
Sigma’s 56mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens combines a compact, sleek, and lightweight build with exceptional imaging capabilities. With an advanced array of 10 elements in 6 groups and a versatile maximum f1.4 aperture, this mid-telephoto lens provides image quality that rivals the Sigma Art Series and is likely to impress photography enthusiasts and professionals alike. More
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Sigma’s 56mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens combines a compact, sleek, and lightweight build with exceptional imaging capabilities. With an advanced array of 10 elements in 6 groups and a versatile maximum f1.4 aperture, this mid-telephoto lens provides image quality that rivals the Sigma Art Series and is likely to impress photography enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Sigma 56mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens Key Features:
- Compact, lightweight & sleek portrait-length prime lens
- Designed for use with APS-C-format digital cameras
- Intricate lens structure from 10 elements in 6 groups
- Incorpates 1 SLD Element & 2 Aspherical Elements
- Smooth, fast & near-silent autofocus performance
- Significantly reduced lens glare, flare & ghosting
- Bright, wide & wholly versatile max. f1.4 aperture
- Compatible with in-camera image stabilisation
- High-quality dust & splash-proof lens structure
- Brass bayonet mount for ensured accuracy & durability
- Premium performance that rivals Sigma's Art Series
Expanded Sigma 56mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens Key Features:
Optical Structure
To build faith in a brand, you must deliver the expected results, and Sigma has set a benchmark for incredibly high-quality. Following this trajectory, the Sigma 56mm f1.4 AF DC DN Contemporary Lens incorporates ten premium lens elements into six groups. This includes one Special Low Dispersion (SLD) element for reducing colour fringing and two aspherical elements for limiting distortion. The result is more clarity, greater colour accuracy and much sharper rendering.
Reducing glare and ghosting was a top priority for Sigma. They have addressed this with excellent results meaning that your photos will not be affected by incidental light in the scene you are trying to capture. They have also added several multi-layer coatings that help the reduction and provides the user with sharper and higher-contrasted images.
Aperture Control
Another aspect of this lens contributing to its exceptional image quality and overall performance is its wide, bright and fast maximum f1.4 aperture. This wide aperture allows this lens to excel in low-light conditions and offers increased control of depth of field for better subject-background separation. Furthermore, this aperture can produce beautiful bokeh, easily rivalling Sigma's Art series lenses.
Super Smooth Autofocus
Autofocus plays its part in this lens’ overall performance. The lens uses an advanced set of stepping motors for smooth and near-silent autofocus. Thanks to this lens’ AF mechanism, this lens is a perfect option for photography and videography.
Mount Options:
As a brand, Sigma produces lenses for several mainstream systems, and this lens is no different. This lens is available in the following mounts and their 35mm full-frame equivalent focal lengths.
- Micro Four Thirds System - 112mm (35mm Equivalent)
- EF-M-Mount Lens/APS-C Format - 89.6mm (35mm Equivalent)
- E-Mount Lens/APS-C Format - 84mm (35mm Equivalent)
- L-Mount Lens/APS-C Format - 84mm (35mm Equivalent)
- X-Mount Lens - 84mm (35mm Equivalent)
What's in the box?
- 1 x Sigma 56mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens
- 1 x Lens Hood
- 1 x Front Cap
- 1 x Rear Cap
FAQs:
What is different about Sigma’s Contemporary Lenses?
Sigma has three 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. This range offers 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 designed for APS-C sensor cameras. These lenses are generally smaller and lighter, offering 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.
Back to topProduct Specification
Angle Of View | 28.5° |
Aperture Blades | 9 |
Filter Thread [mm] | 55 |
Focal Length ~ Tele [mm] | 56.0 |
Focal Length ~ Wide [mm] | 56.0 |
Hood Model | LH582-01 |
Included Accessories | Lens Hood |
Lens Elements | 10 |
Lens Groups | 6 |
Lens Mount | Nikon Z-Mount |
Minimum Aperture | f16 |
Minimum Focus Distance [m] | 0.50 |
Size | 70mm (D) x 61.5mm (L) |
Weight [g] | 295.00 |
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