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Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens For L Mount
Product Code: G245605L
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Despite weighing less and being far more compact, the Contemporary Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 Lens for full frame cameras produces stunning results thanks to being based on the professional Art Series model.
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We Love
- Excellent quality versatile zoom option for L mount users which covers a lot of subjects
- High quality results thanks to Sigma lens technology with a clever optical design
- Solid low light performance from a fast, bright and constant f/2.8 aperture
- Extremely well made with a premium feel, despite the lightweight structure
- Easy to personalise and fine-tune as well as update firmware with compatible Sigma USB dock
Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens For L Mount Summary
With every new release we are reminded of why we love Sigma lenses so much. This is reinforced with the latest full frame L mount offering, which arrives as the Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens. Sigma has ported technology from their equivalent high-end Art lens into a more affordable, more compact and lightweight design under the Contemporary name. This allows photographers to bring a light zoom to any occasion thanks to the versatile focal width which is suitable for so many subjects. Photographers who shoot outdoors for landscapes or city scenes will love this model because of the weather resistance. Anyone who captures portraits or other subjects where pin sharp details blend against creamy bokeh will appreciate the bright f/2.8 rounded 9-blade aperture, which delivers all of that and excellent low light capabilities.
Features at a glance
- Compatible with SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 for L-Mount
- High quality polycarbonate design with durable brass bayonet mount
- Fast stepping motor for high speed autofocus systems
- Advanced optics include 16 elements in 12 groups, with 2 FLD, 2 SLD and 3 aspherical elements
- Sharp, detailed results with minimal flare, ghosting or chromatic aberrations
- Nano Porous Coating, Super Multi-Layer Coating and water and oil repellent coating on the front element
- Dust and splash-proof design with lens barrel controls such as a focus mode switch
Not only is 28-70mm a versatile range in itself, but the 19cm close focus ability of this model allows for yet more creativity with dynamic compositions, particularly at the wide end of the zoom.
Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens For L Mount in More Detail
L mount lenses are appearing rapidly with Sigma developing a number of high quality options including this Contemporary 28-70mm zoom. Their extensive experience in designing optics over many years allows them to release competitively priced and very competent alternatives which deliver excellent results.
The portability of this lens was a primary design concern resulting in the use of lightweight but ultra strong TSC polycarbonate (Thermal Stable Composite). This ensures continued durability even in the coldest temperatures whilst remaining as strong as aluminium and makes it one of the very lightest options in its class.
Lens rings offer users a precise action with a high-quality premium feel and provide useful lens barrel control including focus mode options.
A compact 67mm filter thread makes it cost effective to add lens filters such as polarisers and UV glass. These serve to improve images under certain conditions as well as protect the front element from damage (see below for Sigma filter options).
What’s in the box
- Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for L mount cameras
- Petal-type lens hood LH706-01
Optional Accessories
- Sigma 67mm WR Circular Polariser - this weather resistant filter reduces glare and enhances blue skies
- Sigma 67mm WR UV filter - weather resistant ultraviolet lens filter which also protects
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| Autofocus: Yes |
| Aperture ring: N/A |
| Constant Aperture: Yes |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
| Colour: N/A |
| Diameter (mm): 72 |
| Length (mm): 102 |
| Weight (g): 470 |
| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: 16 |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 28 - 70 mm |
| Focus method: N/A |
| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: Yes |
| Groups: 12 |
| Hood supplied: Yes |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
| Lens mount: N/A |
| Lens Materials: N/A |
| Maximum focal length: 70.0 |
| Maximum magnification: 0.300 |
| Maximum aperture (number): 2.80 |
| Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
| Max Format size: N/A |
| Minimum focal length: 28.0 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): 0.19 |
| Minimum aperture (number): 22.00 |
| Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: 9 |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: 2 FLD + 2 SLD + 3 aspherical elements, Nano Porous + Super Multi-Layer coating |
| Tripod collar: N/A |
| Lens type: N/A |
| Wide/Tele: N/A |
| Lens Level: N/A |
| Best For: N/A |
| Best For Holiday and Landscape: Yes |
| Best For Interior and Architecture: Yes |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: Yes |
| Best For Macro and Still Life: Yes |
| Best For Astro: N/A |
| Best For Street: Yes |
| Best For Wildlife and Sport: N/A |
| Zoom lock: N/A |
| Zoom method: N/A |
| Notes: N/A |
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Our Verdict
There’s a lot to like about the Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Leica and Lumix photographers. It is extremely light at just 470g and measures just 72.2mm x 101.5mm, which is very compact for a full frame option. This makes for the perfect ‘bring anywhere’ zoom that also gives a versatile focal range along with excellent image results. The inclusion of several high quality glass elements does a lot of clever stuff to reduce aberrations and other image degrading artefacts. This results in photographs that are rendered beautifully, with sharp details from edge to edge as well as throughout the range.
Users who employ Autofocus benefit from a single quick stepping motor which does an admirable job of keeping up with moving subjects. The focus motor is also near silent which is particularly useful if recording movies. Combining technology from premium Art series lenses with the portability of Contemporary models provides users with a very useful, high quality and premium feeling lens, without the accompanying price tag. The result is a desirable option for users who love to travel light but still make the most of their high quality full frame sensors.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
