Lens Details
Sigma
56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
$449~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: March 1, 2019
Highlights
- A APS-C 56mm f/1.4 portrait prime for Sony E — a versatile everyday option.
- A fast f/1.4 maximum aperture gives smooth background blur and excellent low-light reach.
- A dedicated aperture ring for video and manual control, and it is lightweight at 280g.
Who it's for
The Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is a 56mm f/1.4 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.4 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
56mm
Focal Length
f/1.4
Max Aperture
APS-C
Coverage
−
Stabilized
280g
Weight
55mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 56mm |
|---|---|
| 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 | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 28° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 85-85mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 50 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $449 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 55mm |
| Diameter | 67.2mm |
| Length | 59.5mm |
| Weight | 280g (9.9 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
