As we mentioned, in September last year, the company came to the Sigma range of lenses need to reorganize and improve quality control. In accordance with the new concept of Sigma Global Vision, all Sigma lenses are divided into three categories: Contemporary, Art and Sports.

A typical representative of the category Art advocates presented this week a new version of the lens Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM, designed for SLR format APS-C.

The original model was released in 2005 and became the first Sigma lens for cameras APS-C, having a maximum aperture of F / 1,4. According to the manufacturer, high illumination improves the picture in the viewfinder, and the low field curvature provides a uniform sharpness across the frame. Inclusion in the optical system of aspheric elements had a positive impact on the level of spherical distortion, astigmatism and coma. In turn, this allowed us to obtain an attractive figure in the area of ​​confusion.

The lens uses rear focusing. This eliminates the sizing of the lens, depending on the focus distance and the rotation of the front element, which is useful when using a polarizing filter. To reduce ambient light and glare in the lens used multi-coated.

Specifications Lens Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM:
– Focal length – 30 mm (45 mm EGF);
– Maximum aperture – F / 1,4;
– Minimum aperture – F/16;
– Lens construction – 9 elements in 8 groups;
– Number of diaphragm blades – 9 (rounded);
– Minimum focusing distance – 30 cm;
– Maximum reproduction ratio – 1:6,8;
– Filter attachment size – 62 mm;
– Diameter 74.2 mm, length 63.3 mm;
– Weight – 435 g

The camera will be available in versions for cameras Sigma, Nikon, Canon. Includes carrying case, lens hood LH686-01. The price and timing of the start of sales of these yet. Previous version costs $ 490.