Sigma 14mm f/1.8 Art DG HSM Lens (for Canon EOS Cameras)

Introducing the worlds first and only* F 1.8 ultra-wide-angle lens Long-awaited F 1.8 brightness

A true high-speed lens that delivers a new dimension of visual experience In taking photographs of starry skies or other celestial scenes at night, or of the seashore with a wide perspective, a large-diameter lens is a strong ally, since it allows the capture of a moving subject by adjusting shutter speed without relying on ISO sensitivity. With its full-frame 35mm coverage, 14mm focal length for an ultra-wide angle of view, F2 barrier-breaking F 1.8, the SIGMA 14mm F 1.8 DG HSM | Art is the true high-speed ultra-wide-angle lens for which so many photographers have been waiting.

Although some zoom lenses are available that can cover 14mm, the large diameter delivering F 1.8 brightness is a singular advantage. Going beyond fast shutter speed, this lens can capture a swarm of fireflies with crystal clarity, a beautiful bokeh effect, and outstanding control of light streaking.

* Among interchangeable lenses for digital SLRs as of February 2017

IArt line delivers high-level artistic expression

SIGMA is organizing all its interchangeable lenses into three product lines: Contemporary, Art, and Sports, each with a distinctive concept. Designed with a focus on sophisticated optical performance and abundant expressive power, our Art line lenses deliver high-level artistic expression. Offering astonishing rendering performance that meets the highest standard, they are perfect for landscapes, portraits, still-lifes, close-ups, and casual snaps. They are made for the kind of photography that unleashes the inner artist. A powerful ally in every genre of photography, SIGM
As Art line lenses excel both in the studio for formal works and outdoors for impressive shots of architecture, starry skies, and many other scenes.

By leveraging its extreme angle of view and the dramatic perspective this creates, an ultra-wide-angle lens can get up close and personal with a subject while at the same time taking in a vast backgroundan example of photography going beyond normal human vision.

SIGMA 14mm F 1.8 DG HSM | Art combines the extremely deep depth of field that comes from an ultra-wide angle of view with the extremely shallow depth of field that comes from F 1.8 brightness. The result is a sharply captured subject set against a vast background dramatically blurred with a beautiful bokeh effect. Its a highly impressive mode of photographic expression that until now simply hasnt existed.

Our new lineup fully expresses our approach to lenses and photography itself. All of our lenses belong to one of three linesContemporary, Art, or Sportsall of which share our development philosophy and advanced manufacturing system. High performance, high quality, and high end in every respect, these lenses give people who love photography lasting value and consistent, exciting results. The secret is our passion for craftsmanship that we put into every production process and every product.

Specifications

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Focal Length: 14mm
Maximum Aperture: f/ 1.8
Minimum Aperture: f/16
Lens Mount: Canon EF
Lens Format Coverage: Full-Frame
Angle of View: 114.2 °
Minimum Focus Distance: 10.63" / 27 cm
Maximum Magnification: 0.1 x
Optical Design: 16 Elements in 11 Groups
Diaphragm Blades: 9, Rounded
In the box:

Sigma 14mm f/ 1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF
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