Lens Details
Sigma
23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Canon RF)
$449~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: September 7, 2023
Highlights
- A APS-C 23mm f/1.4 standard prime for Canon RF — well suited to landscapes, architecture and interiors.
- The bright f/1.4 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- A dedicated aperture ring for video and manual control, and it is lightweight at 265g.
Who it's for
The Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Canon RF) is a 23mm f/1.4 prime lens — a standard option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Low light and subject separation — a fast f/1.4 aperture.
- ✓Landscapes, interiors and architecture — a wide 23mm field of view.
23mm
Focal Length
f/1.4
Max Aperture
APS-C
Coverage
−
Stabilized
265g
Weight
52mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 23mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 10 |
| Optical Groups | 8 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | APS-C |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Angle of View | 63° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 37-37mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 23 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $449 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Diameter | 64.8mm |
| Length | 60.5mm |
| Weight | 265g (9.3 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
