.. a quality lens in this category. It is very well build, feels solid, great grip with a rubberized ring. It is large, but it feels right in my hand with a Sony a 6300. Most important for me: it is extremely sharp, from center to corners. My copy does not show chromatic aberrations on the pictures I took so far, still have to test at high contrast dark/bright motives. Colors and contrast is very nice, not too pale and not too intense. Similar to the neutral Rokinon contrast/colors of their 12mm f2.0. The Sigma has autofocus and it is fast. I did some night shots in the streets and even at f1.4 it is ridiculously sharp. After my frustrations with the Sony 10-18mm f4 which was very soft, the Rokinon 21mm f1.4 with an imprecise focus ring (infinity mark) I am really satisfied with this lens. Imo Sigma filled this gap with a high quality, sharp, autofocus, fast wide angle lens. I still have to test it for videos, what I can see and read in youtube it performs very well though. The pictures I took with this Sigma 16mm f1.4 are very satisfactory, comparable to the shots I make with my preferred Sony 28 mm f2.
Update:
I tested it over the weekend and I am impressed. The small photos here might not tell, but the actual size pics show that lens is very sharp at low light even when wide open, and there are close to no chromatic aberrations at high contrast. A wonderful lens I can highly recommend!
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A new solution for mirrorless camera users. Combining F1.4 brightness in a compact body Introducing a high-performance, large-diameter wide-angle lens
Captured with the SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary lens in EF-M mount by Filly Bonito-Brook
The new SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary is the world’s first interchangeable lens for mirrorless Sony E-mount and Canon EOS M* cameras in the APS-C format to offer a 24mm focal length (35mm equivalent) and F1.4 brightness. The lens for Micro Four Thirds offers a 32mm focal length (35mm equivalent) with the same f-number of 1.4. This is the large-diameter wide-angle lens for which mirrorless camera users have been waiting.
Developed to feature a lightweight, compact package for everyday use, SIGMA DN lenses for mirrorless cameras deliver superior performance covering the key focal lengths. The new lens builds on the success of the 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, which SIGMA released in 2016 as the first in a new series of prime lenses for mirrorless cameras. The 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary also combines F1.4 brightness with top-level optical performance.
* aprox 25.6mm for Canon EF-M fit
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Diffraction MTFThere are two types of MTF chart. One considers the diffraction quality of light, which is called “Diffraction MTF”, and the other, “Geometrical MTF” does not. The quality of light appears in the diffracted light, and becomes more distinct as the F value gets bigger, resulting in lower image quality. Also, diffracted light exists at every aperture, which is why SIGMA has been releasing Diffraction MTF data from the beginning since it is very close to the actual image data. The readings at 10 lines per millimeter measure the lens’s contrast ability (red lines), repeating fine parallel lines spaced at 30 lines per millimeter measure the lens’s sharpness ability (green lines), when the aperture is wide open. |
Geometrical MTFThe advantage of using “Geometric MTF” data is that it is easy to measure and calculate since it does not consider the diffraction quality of light, yet it tends to show higher values in the graph than actual images. The readings at 10 lines per millimeter measure the lens’s contrast ability (red lines), repeating fine parallel lines spaced at 30 lines per millimeter measure the lens’s sharpness ability (green lines), when the aperture is wide open. |
Supplied AccessoriesPETAL TYPE LENS HOOD LH716-01* FRONT CAP LCF Ⅲ 67mm REAR CAP LCR Ⅱ *The lens hood cuts harmful rays that can negatively affect photographs while also minimizing reflectivity within the hood itself. The hood also features a rubber construction and a non-slip groove to make it easy to hold in a variety of shooting situations. |
SIGMA WR CERAMIC PROTECTOR 67mm (Optional)With many applications in aerospace and other industries, glass ceramic is an extremely tough type of crystallized glass that serves as the foundation for Clear Glass Ceramic. While featuring the high transmittance required of optical devices, this advanced new material combines greater hardness than chemically strengthened glass and greater flexibility than sapphire crystal glass. These qualities make Clear Glass Ceramic the ideal material for protective lens filters. |
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| Customer Rating | (2805) | (509) | (1269) | (1445) | (855) | (957) |
| Price | $367.00 | $389.00 | $473.00 | $648.00 | $399.00 | $136.95 |
| Sold By | Best Seller Deals | Focus Camera LLC | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Pro-Distributing | GYTE ENTERPRISE |
| Color | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black |
| Compatible Camera Mount | Sony E, Sony E | Canon EF-M | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E, Sony E | This lens is designed for Sony α camera system E-mount cameras. You cannot use it on A-mount cameras |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Stepper motor | Stepper motor | Auto Focus | Auto Focus |
| Item Dimensions | 3.6 x 2.8 x 2.8 inches | 5.91 x 3.94 x 4.33 inches | 1.77 x 2.48 x 2.48 inches | 4.33 x 3.07 x 3.07 inches | 2.3 x 2.1 x 2.6 inches | 1.2 x 2.6 x 2.6 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.89 lbs | 1.30 lbs | 5.47 ounces | 0.94 lbs | 0.61 lbs | — |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle | Standard | Wide Angle | Wide Angle, Telephoto | Full Frame | Wide Angle, Normal |
| Maximum Aperture | 1.4 millimeters | 1.4 millimeters | 1.8 | 4 millimeters | f/56 | f/3.5 |
| Maximum Focal Length | 16 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 105 millimeters | 19.7 | 50.00 millimeters |
| Minimum Aperture | 16 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 22 | 22 | 16 | f/5.6 |
| Minimum Focal Length | 16 millimeters | 16 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 18 millimeters | 56 | 16.00 millimeters |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 67 millimeters | 67 millimeters | 49 millimeters | 72 millimeters | 66.5 millimeters | — |
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Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2017
Update:
I tested it over the weekend and I am impressed. The small photos here might not tell, but the actual size pics show that lens is very sharp at low light even when wide open, and there are close to no chromatic aberrations at high contrast. A wonderful lens I can highly recommend!
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Finally ..
By leeway on December 9, 2017
.. a quality lens in this category. It is very well build, feels solid, great grip with a rubberized ring. It is large, but it feels right in my hand with a Sony a 6300. Most important for me: it is extremely sharp, from center to corners. My copy does not show chromatic aberrations on the pictures I took so far, still have to test at high contrast dark/bright motives. Colors and contrast is very nice, not too pale and not too intense. Similar to the neutral Rokinon contrast/colors of their 12mm f2.0. The Sigma has autofocus and it is fast. I did some night shots in the streets and even at f1.4 it is ridiculously sharp. After my frustrations with the Sony 10-18mm f4 which was very soft, the Rokinon 21mm f1.4 with an imprecise focus ring (infinity mark) I am really satisfied with this lens. Imo Sigma filled this gap with a high quality, sharp, autofocus, fast wide angle lens. I still have to test it for videos, what I can see and read in youtube it performs very well though. The pictures I took with this Sigma 16mm f1.4 are very satisfactory, comparable to the shots I make with my preferred Sony 28 mm f2.By leeway on December 9, 2017
Update:
I tested it over the weekend and I am impressed. The small photos here might not tell, but the actual size pics show that lens is very sharp at low light even when wide open, and there are close to no chromatic aberrations at high contrast. A wonderful lens I can highly recommend!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2019
The image is not that great until you edit it. See the before and after pic. I'm a professional photographer, and the base image is pretty bad. There is ALOT OF GRAIN at f1.4, with a very muddy look. It also has terrible bokeh for a prime lens. It acts more like an f2.8 lens, you see plenty of detail in the background, where you should have an ultra blurry background. Fine for a beginner but not a pro.
Other lenses like the canon EF F1.8 50mm, completely blur tbe background, and cost $100 and can be adapted to Sony E mount! I use Fotodoix adapters, and honestly My results are significantly better.
This lens truly doesn't feel like an F1.4, until you are taking night photos. Only then you can get tons of details, that is f1.4 quality. Loads of light comes in, which is great for night shooters. It even shoots great night video, but does tend to overexpose a bit, without extra accessories.
For everyone else, go for better glass. This is going to overexpose images of a few occasions, cause extra grain, offer no stabilization, and produce awful bokeh..all for a brisk 400+ dollars. This is a solid night photography lens, but that's it. Unless you like editing out plenty of imperfections.
Btw, this also isn't great for youtube videos. The manual focus ring is too big. You can't hold this lens and stay in focus 100% of the time. This lens messed up plenty of My shots, because a focus locking feature wasn't added.
It's an average starter f1.4, and not Sony G glass or Zeiss material. So if you're looking for that just buy the better glass.
Goodluck and don't fall for the glowing reviews like I did. Most people reviewing are clearly new to photography.
Note: Top pic edited, bottom pick not.
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Overrated For No Reason
By Quantum TV on May 5, 2019
Seeing alot of 5 star reviews, and ok pics, I thought this would be a good buy for My Sony E mount camera. Truth is this is not worth $423 after tax. 200 mabey. But definitely not double that.By Quantum TV on May 5, 2019
The image is not that great until you edit it. See the before and after pic. I'm a professional photographer, and the base image is pretty bad. There is ALOT OF GRAIN at f1.4, with a very muddy look. It also has terrible bokeh for a prime lens. It acts more like an f2.8 lens, you see plenty of detail in the background, where you should have an ultra blurry background. Fine for a beginner but not a pro.
Other lenses like the canon EF F1.8 50mm, completely blur tbe background, and cost $100 and can be adapted to Sony E mount! I use Fotodoix adapters, and honestly My results are significantly better.
This lens truly doesn't feel like an F1.4, until you are taking night photos. Only then you can get tons of details, that is f1.4 quality. Loads of light comes in, which is great for night shooters. It even shoots great night video, but does tend to overexpose a bit, without extra accessories.
For everyone else, go for better glass. This is going to overexpose images of a few occasions, cause extra grain, offer no stabilization, and produce awful bokeh..all for a brisk 400+ dollars. This is a solid night photography lens, but that's it. Unless you like editing out plenty of imperfections.
Btw, this also isn't great for youtube videos. The manual focus ring is too big. You can't hold this lens and stay in focus 100% of the time. This lens messed up plenty of My shots, because a focus locking feature wasn't added.
It's an average starter f1.4, and not Sony G glass or Zeiss material. So if you're looking for that just buy the better glass.
Goodluck and don't fall for the glowing reviews like I did. Most people reviewing are clearly new to photography.
Note: Top pic edited, bottom pick not.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2018
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This Lens does it all!
By Thomas on May 28, 2018
This is the perfect lens if you want to do it all. Astro Photography with this lens is great. Video is sharp with just the right amount of Bokeh wide open. Low light pictures and video are a snap now on my Sony A6300. One thing to remember is that it's not an Art lens so your Jpegs will be fine but your RAW files will need to have the lens profile fixes applied to them in post.
By Thomas on May 28, 2018
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Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2018
It’s made for APSC cameras (Sony a6000, a6300 and a65000)
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Quit thinking and buy it.
By patrick r on March 3, 2018
This lens is amazing. Without a doubt the best lens for the Sony A6500.By patrick r on March 3, 2018
It’s made for APSC cameras (Sony a6000, a6300 and a65000)
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Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2018
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Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2018
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Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2018
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buxz777
Great lens... Great price... If you like this focal length buy it
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 10, 2018Verified Purchase
Mr. D. R. Smith
Fantastic wide angle lens for Sony e-mount APS-C cameras
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 15, 2018Verified Purchase
Fantastic wide angle lens for Sony e-mount APS-C cameras
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 15, 2018
Recently I was on a coach holiday in Scotland, visiting the West Coast, the Moray Firth, and the Trossachs. I had with me the wide angle Sigma 16mm, f/1.4 lens for the Sony e-mount on my Sony A6300. I found this very useful in taking a photo of Glen Coe, as the sun was rising, the valley floor was still very dark, although the sky was very bright. The photo of Glen Coe won me a third place at a photographic competition. Where this lens really came into it's own was when we stopped at the Dochart Falls, in Killin, at 3pm on a very dark, and wet November day. I was able to shoot wide open at f/1.4, and still obtain some respectable images despite the inclement weather. So while a kit lens can be very good, a "fast" prime lens is always useful to have at hand especially if some locations are many miles away, and you may not have another chance to revisit those locations again. This lens is fantastic for landscape, architecture, and group shots, the image quality is fantastic, the build quality is excellent, the lens is a little heavy, but there’s a lot of glass in there!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 15, 2018
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Detlev Lehmann
Erleuchtung
Reviewed in Germany on February 1, 2018Verified Purchase
Erleuchtung
Reviewed in Germany on February 1, 2018
Das neue Sigma ist echt ein Knaller und jetzt schon mein Lieblingsobjektiv.Schon ab Blende 2,0 superscharf bis an die Ränder,keine Verzeichnungen oder Vignettierungen bei der Sony Alpha 6000.Das Erscheinungsbild ist sehr robust.Die Kombination aus hoher Lichtstärke und Brennweite ist bisher einzigartig im APS-C Sortiment für E-Mount.Den fehlenden Bildstabilisator vermisse ich nicht,da das Objektiv gut in der Hand liegt und knackscharf fokussiert.Klare Kaufempfehlung!
Reviewed in Germany on February 1, 2018
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J Dougal
This lens is a work of art.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 30, 2019Verified Purchase
This lens is a work of art.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 30, 2019
Everything good you’ve already read about this lens is correct. Having such a wide field of view paired with such a fast aperture is a truly unique and wonderful experience.Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 30, 2019
You can focus on objects so closely that the lens hood is touching it. This, combined with the speed, and therefore shallow depth of field, makes for a really interesting lens.
Obviously it’s also amazing for night photography and low light in general. I’ve attached some pics to demonstrate what I’m taking about.
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Jorge QM
Hágase la luz
Reviewed in Spain on July 18, 2018Verified Purchase
Hágase la luz
Reviewed in Spain on July 18, 2018
Me decanté por este objetivo porque me gusta la fotografía en condiciones escasas de iluminación (de noche o en interiores). La apertura f1.4 es ideal, incluso cuando la luz ambiental escasea da resultados notables sin necesidad de forzar a altos valores de ISO; por otra parte, la nitidez y la calidad constructiva cumplen con las reseñas que se encuentran en internet de esta óptica.Reviewed in Spain on July 18, 2018
Lo mejor: Luminosidad, nitidez (incluso a plena apertura), viñeteo inapreciable en formato APS-C, autoenfoque rápido, calidad constructiva y precio muy competitivo.
Lo peor: No tiene estabilización óptica, pero no es crítico en esta focal. Es un poco grande y pesado, llega a producir sombra al usar el flash interno de mi cámara (Sony a6000).
Adjunto un par de fotos del cielo nocturno tomadas por mí con este objetivo, los resultados son dignos de una full frame.
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