Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E (APS-C)
Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC DN | Contemporary (Sony E-Mount) The Ultra-Wide, Ultra-Bright Masterpiece for APS-C Finding a lens that is both incredibly wide and extremely bright for a crop-sensor camera used...
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Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC DN | Contemporary (Sony E-Mount)
The Ultra-Wide, Ultra-Bright Masterpiece for APS-C
Finding a lens that is both incredibly wide and extremely bright for a crop-sensor camera used to be nearly impossible—until now. The Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC DN | Contemporary is a groundbreaking optic that brings an ultra-wide 18mm full-frame equivalent field of view to your Sony APS-C camera, all while boasting a massive f/1.4 maximum aperture.
Whether you are shooting expansive landscapes, low-light street photography, astrophotography, or handheld vlogs at arm's length, this lens lets you capture the entire scene without sacrificing low-light performance. Best of all, Sigma managed to pack all of this light-gathering power into an impressively tiny, travel-ready barrel that perfectly balances on compact cameras like the Sony a6700, ZV-E10, and FX30.
Why You'll Love This Lens
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Unmatched Low-Light Capabilities: The incredibly fast f/1.4 aperture is a game-changer for an ultra-wide lens. It allows you to keep your ISO low when shooting video indoors, freeze motion during night street photography, and even capture stunning, sharp images of the night sky without star-trailing.
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Invisibly Light: Despite its bright aperture, this lens weighs a mere 225g (7.9 oz) and is less than three inches long. It is the lightest lens in Sigma's f/1.4 Contemporary prime series, making it an effortless addition to your everyday carry or gimbal setup.
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Pro-Level Tactile Controls: Breaking the mold for tiny Contemporary lenses, Sigma included a physical aperture ring right on the lens barrel. This gives you intuitive, hands-on control over your exposure—a massive perk for hybrid shooters and videographers who need to make quick adjustments on the fly.
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Vlog & Video Optimized: Powered by a quiet stepping motor (STM), the autofocus is incredibly smooth and completely silent. Crucially, the lens is optically designed to exhibit minimal focus breathing, meaning your framing won't jitter or zoom in and out distractingly as the focus shifts from the background to your face.
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Edge-to-Edge Sharpness: The advanced optical design (featuring 14 elements, including SLD and double-sided aspherical glass) is engineered to control sagittal coma flare. This means points of light—like stars or city streetlamps—stay perfectly round, and your images remain tack-sharp from the center all the way out to the corners.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Mount | Sony E-Mount (APS-C format) |
| Focal Length | 12mm (18mm full-frame equivalent) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Autofocus Motor | Stepping Motor (STM) |
| Filter Thread | 62mm |
| Dimensions | 69.4mm / 2.7 inches |
| Weight | 225g / 7.9 oz |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
| Weather Sealing | Dust and splash-resistant structure |
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