High-Performance Ultra-Wide-Angle Zoom Lens for Canon EF-Mount Cameras

Overview

The Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM Art is a high-performance ultra-wide-angle zoom lens designed for Canon EF-mount full-frame DSLR cameras. Renowned for its exceptional image quality, fast f/2.8 aperture, and robust construction, this lens is ideal for landscape, architecture, astrophotography, and interior photography. Its advanced optical design ensures outstanding sharpness and clarity, making it a favorite among professional and enthusiast photographers.

Key Features

Ultra-Wide-Angle Zoom Range

• 14-24mm Focal Length: Provides a versatile ultra-wide-angle perspective perfect for capturing expansive landscapes, architectural details, and interior scenes.
• Constant f/2.8 Aperture: Ensures consistent performance and exposure throughout the zoom range, allowing for excellent low-light performance and depth of field control.

Superior Optical Performance

• Advanced Optical Design: Features 17 elements in 11 groups, including three FLD (F Low Dispersion) and three SLD (Special Low Dispersion) elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions, ensuring high resolution and sharpness across the frame.
• Super Multi-Layer Coating: Reduces ghosting and flare, enhancing contrast and color accuracy even in challenging lighting conditions.
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm: Produces smooth, circular bokeh for aesthetically pleasing out-of-focus areas.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

• Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM): Ensures fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance, ideal for both still photography and video recording.
• Full-Time Manual Focus Override: Allows manual focus adjustments even in AF mode, providing greater control over focusing.

Specifications

• Model: Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM Art
• Mount Type: Canon EF-mount
• Focal Length: 14-24mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Elements/Groups: 17 elements in 11 groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9, rounded
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.26 m (10.24 in)
• Maximum Magnification: 1:5.4
• Filter Type: Rear gelatin filter holder
• Dimensions: 96.4 x 135.1 mm (3.8 x 5.31 in)
• Weight: 1,150 g (2.54 lbs)

Additional Benefits

Durable and Weather-Resistant Construction

• Art Line Quality: Part of Sigma’s Art line, known for its superior construction and exceptional optical performance.
• Dust and Splash Resistant: Suitable for use in various shooting environments, ensuring longevity and reliability.
• Fluorine Coating: Applied to the front element to resist fingerprints, dust, water, oil, and other contaminants, making it easier to keep clean.

Enhanced Creative Flexibility

• Ideal for Landscape and Architecture Photography: Perfect for capturing wide vistas, architectural details, and interior scenes with stunning clarity and detail.
• Excellent for Low-Light Conditions: The constant f/2.8 aperture allows for reliable performance in low-light environments, making it ideal for indoor and evening shoots.
• Great for Astrophotography: The wide-angle perspective and fast aperture make it an excellent choice for capturing starry skies and other celestial events.
• Perfect for Video: The smooth and quiet autofocus, combined with the wide-angle perspective and superior optical performance, makes it ideal for dynamic video recording.