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Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for L-Mount
Product Code: G242216A
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The Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for L-Mount cameras offers impressive performance including edge-to-edge sharpness and low light excellence, from a compact prime, which is ideal for all sorts of subjects.
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- Compact and robust 50mm prime lens with wide maximum aperture and outstanding optical performance
- All new optical formula along with a new focus motor ensures sharp results and great autofocus performance
- L-mount lens supports switching between linear and non-linear focus ring settings for videography with a compatible body
- Comprehensive barrel controls for a fast workflow and customisation including programmable AFL and de-clickable aperture ring
- Weather sealed mount, fluorine coating and Sigma’s Super Multi-Layer Coating to reduce ghosting and flare
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for L-Mount Summary
The release of the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for L-Mount cameras brings another high-speed prime to the comprehensive range of L-mount mirrorless lenses. The compact 670g design has been optimised inside and out for mirrorless users, with a new high speed focus motor, new optical formula and lens barrel controls to support professional workflows.
This L-mount version also provides the added benefits of being compatible with the USB dock as well as supporting linear and non-linear focus ring settings, when mounted on compatible cameras.
These features ensure the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens is ideal for all sorts of subjects, whether capturing portraits, weddings, street or landscape photography, and of course for video.
Key Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens Features
- Compatible with Sigma USB Dock for L-Mount (available separately)
- Support for switching between linear and non-linear focus ring settings
- Compact and lightweight design exclusively for mirrorless cameras
- L-mount bayonet fits Sigma cameras, Panasonic L mount and Leica SL
- Outstanding optical performance
- Ultra-wide f/1.4 aperture for low light handholding
- 11-bladed aperture renders rounded bokeh with smooth out of focus areas
- Latest ultra-fast HLA Autofocus motor
- Dust and splash-resistant structure
- Manual aperture ring with de-click switch for video recording
- Customisable AFL button and Focus Mode switch
- Smooth rubberised focus ring
- Reduces flare and ghosting with backlit subjects
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for L-Mount in More Detail
Outstanding optical performance
This mirrorless full-frame lens delivers sharp results across the frame, particularly towards the edges. In order to achieve such a high level, the SIGMA 50mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art employs the latest optical technology, with 14 elements in 11 groups. Optics include one SLD (Special Low Dispersion) element and three aspherical elements. These deliver significant improvements to sagittal coma flare whilst effectively suppressing aberrations including astigmatism and field curvature, which cannot be corrected digitally. Even when working wide-open at f/1.4, photographers can be assured of razor-sharp edge-to-edge results.
New ultra-fast AF motor
The Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens is the first mirrorless Art lens to incorporate Sigma’s new HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) autofocus motor technology. This delivers fast, accurate and near-silent focusing, with exceptionally fast tracking performance, despite an ultra-wide aperture. Sigma’s optical engineers were able to use a single double-sided aspherical element as the focusing lens, due to the power of the new HLA motor. This has delivered autofocus and optical design benefits, which is faster in every way.
Low light performer
The 50mm standard prime lens boasts an ultra-wide f/1.4 aperture, making it ideal for low-light photography and interior shoots, which can include concerts, interiors and weddings. It also renders an extremely shallow depth-of-field with high background blur, which is perfect for creating portraits which pop. The bokeh is smooth and attractive with nicely rounded bokeh balls, thanks to the lens’s 11 diaphragm blades.
Compact and robust build
During its development, every effort was made to reduce the thickness of the 50mm F1.4 DG DN lens barrel by reducing the weight of the focus lens and optimising the layout. This allowed Sigma to create a compact and lightweight design, weighing just 670g, which feels well-balanced when mounted on full-frame mirrorless cameras. The superb build quality meets the high standards expected from a Sigma Art line lens, whilst simultaneously complementing the high optical performance.
Professional ergonomics
Aside from a manual aperture ring, with Click switch, the lens barrel is equipped with a range of useful functions. Having a de-clickable aperture allows users to switch between stepped, third-stop increments and a smooth, click-free action. This is useful for videographers who need to adjust the aperture silently while filming. The aperture ring can also be locked with lock switch. The lens also features a customisable AFL button, which can be programmed to control a variety of different functions (depending on camera model).
You’ll also find a Focus Mode switch, rubberised focus ring with a smooth, fluid-like movement and a robust, petal-type lens hood with lock button to support professional workflows. The hood also has a rubberised grip for easy attachment and removal.
Made for outdoor creators
The 50mm F1.4 DG DN | Art is suitable for use in difficult shooting conditions, thanks to a dust and splash-resistant structure, rubber seal around the L-mount and a water and oil repellent front-element coating. The outer barrel is constructed of TSC (Thermally Stable Composite), which has a similar thermal expansion rate to aluminium. This means the metal inner barrel and the TSC outer barrel behave in a similar way as temperatures change, ensuring a consistent performance in all environments. Both materials are very light, with the lens weighing just 670g.
As with all Sigma lenses, the 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art is crafted using cutting-edge manufacturing technology at Sigma’s factory in Aizu in Japan. Every single lens is evaluated with a proprietary MTF measuring system before leaving the factory, ensuring consistently excellent products that photographers can rely on.
Other features
- Internal focus system
- Compatible with high-speed autofocus
- Compatible with Lens Aberration Correction
Function available on supported cameras only. Available corrections and auto correction functionality may vary depending on the camera model.
On cameras where lens aberration correction is controlled with ‘ON’ or ‘OFF’ in the camera menu, please set all aberration correction functions to ‘ON’ (AUTO).
- Support for DMF and AF+MF
- Super Multi-Layer Coating
- Water and oil-repellent coating (front element)
- AFL Button
Only on compatible cameras. Available functions may vary depending on the camera used.
- Aperture Ring
- Aperture Ring De-click Switch
- Aperture Ring Lock Switch
- Focus Mode switch
- Designed to minimise flare and ghosting
- High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount
- ‘Made in Japan’ craftsmanship
- Every single lens is evaluated with Sigma’s proprietary MTF measuring system
What’s in the box
- Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Leica L-mount
- Case
- Petal Type Hood with lock (LH782-02)
- Front Cap (LCF-72 III)
- Rear Cap (LCR II)
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Leica L-mount Specifications
| Lens construction | 14 elements, 11 groups (1 SLD and 3 aspherical elements) |
| Angle-of-view | 46.8° |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 11 (rounded diaphragm) |
| Minimum aperture | F16 |
| Minimum focusing distance | 45cm |
| Maximum magnification ratio | 16.8 |
| Filter size | φ72mm |
| Dimensions (max diameter x length) | φ78.2mm x 109.5mm |
| Weight | 670g |
Sample images
© Maike Wittreck. Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens mounted on Sony A7R IV. Camera settings: 1/160 sec. f/1.6. ISO 100
© Elliot Aubin. Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens mounted on Sony A7 III. Camera settings: 1/800 sec. f/1.4. ISO 200
© Etsuko Aimu. Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens mounted on Sigma Fp L. Camera settings: 1/2000 sec. f/1.4. ISO 100
© Elliot Aubin. Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens mounted on Sony A7 III. Camera settings: 1/500 sec. f/1.8. ISO 800
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| Autofocus: Yes |
| Aperture ring: Yes |
| Constant Aperture: Yes |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
| Colour: N/A |
| Diameter (mm): 78 |
| Length (mm): 110 |
| Weight (g): 670 |
| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: 14 |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 50 mm |
| Focus method: N/A |
| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: Yes |
| Groups: 11 |
| Hood supplied: Yes |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
| Lens mount: N/A |
| Lens Materials: N/A |
| Maximum focal length: 50 |
| Maximum magnification: 0.15 |
| Maximum aperture (number): 1.4 |
| Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
| Max Format size: N/A |
| Minimum focal length: 50 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): 0.45 |
| Minimum aperture (number): 16 |
| Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: 11 |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: 1 SLD and 3 aspherical lens. Super Multi-Layer coating and water and oil repellent 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: N/A |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: Yes |
| Best For Macro and Still Life: Yes |
| Best For Astro: Yes |
| 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
With the introduction of the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Leica L-mount, photographers and content creators gain a high-performance standard prime for a wide variety of subjects. The classic focal length is well suited to professional and enthusiast use, whether you capture weddings, portraits or any other subjects where a versatile 50mm lens comes into its own.
Sigma has developed an advanced optical layout, which redefines their Art series to include special lens elements which render superb results from edge to edge. Sharpness and resolution aside, the 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art also renders well controlled aberrations, minimal flare and performs extremely well in low light.
An 11-bladed aperture renders smooth defocus areas, while the wide aperture allows you to capture a fine depth of field, separating your subject and rendering pleasing rounded bokeh. This can prove useful for both stills and video, which is another areas where the 50mm f/1.4 DG DN excels. Focusing is fast and assured, with near silent operation and you can select the lens for either linear or non-linear focus, depending on your requirements. A de-clickable aperture ring, lens barrel controls and high-quality weather sealed construction advocate for this as your next best standard prime, which is ready for every conceivable adventure.
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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!
