{"product_id":"sigma-30mm-f-1-4-dc-dn-contemporary-lens-for-leica-l","title":"Sigma 30mm f\/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Leica L","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eSigma 30mm f\/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (L-Mount)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Fast, Compact \"Nifty Fifty\" Alternative for L-Mount Shooters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eWhen you are looking for that one versatile prime lens that never leaves your camera, the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"90\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eSigma 30mm f\/1.4 DC DN Contemporary\u003c\/b\u003e is incredibly hard to beat. Engineered specifically for APS-C sensors, this version brings Sigma's highly acclaimed optical formula to the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"265\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eL-Mount\u003c\/b\u003e alliance, making it a perfect pairing for bodies like the Leica CL, TL2, or Panasonic Lumix and Sigma fp cameras operating in crop mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eBecause of the 1.5x crop factor of APS-C sensors, this 30mm lens provides a 45mm full-frame equivalent field of view. This hits the absolute sweet spot for a \"normal\" lens—it closely matches the natural perspective of the human eye, making it highly versatile for street photography, environmental portraits, and everyday carry. Combining a brilliantly fast f\/1.4 maximum aperture with Sigma's renowned sharpness, it delivers professional-level subject isolation in a remarkably lightweight package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container search-images\"\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eWhy You'll Love This Lens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003eThe \"Normal\" Perspective:\u003c\/b\u003e The 45mm equivalent focal length is incredibly versatile. It is tight enough for flattering portraits without distorting facial features, yet wide enough to capture the environment or shoot across a table in a dimly lit restaurant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003eLow-Light Mastery:\u003c\/b\u003e The massive f\/1.4 maximum aperture allows exceptional light gathering. You can keep your ISO low for clean, noise-free images in dark environments, and effortlessly melt distracting backgrounds into beautifully smooth, creamy bokeh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003eSeamless L-Mount Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e As part of the L-Mount alliance, this lens communicates flawlessly with compatible Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma camera bodies. This ensures fast, accurate continuous autofocus tracking and fully utilizes in-camera lens aberration corrections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003eWhisper-Quiet Autofocus:\u003c\/b\u003e Video shooters will appreciate the internal stepping motor (STM). It delivers fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus transitions that won't ruin your audio while recording video or vlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003eFeatherweight Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Weighing in at just 265g (under 10 oz), it perfectly balances on compact camera bodies. As part of the \"Contemporary\" line, it prioritizes a travel-friendly form factor without sacrificing optical excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003e30mm (45mm equivalent on APS-C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003eMaximum Aperture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003ef\/1.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003eMinimum Aperture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003ef\/16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003eLens Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003eLeica L (L-Mount)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003eFormat Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\"\u003eAPS-C (DC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\"\u003e9 Elements in 7 Groups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\"\u003eMinimum Focus Distance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\"\u003e30 cm \/ 11.8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\"\u003eDiaphragm Blades\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,8,1,0\"\u003e9, Rounded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,9,0,0\"\u003eFilter Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,9,1,0\"\u003e52 mm (Front)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0,0\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,10,1,0\"\u003eApprox. 265 g \/ 9.3 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThings to Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eIt is crucial to understand that this is a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"43\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eDC lens\u003c\/b\u003e, meaning it is designed specifically for \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"92\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eAPS-C format sensors\u003c\/b\u003e. If you mount this lens onto a full-frame L-Mount camera (like the Panasonic Lumix S5 II, Leica SL2, or Sigma fp), the camera will automatically detect it and enter \"APS-C Crop Mode,\" which reduces the overall megapixel resolution of your final image. If crop mode is manually disabled, you will see a severe, dark vignette (black circle) around the edges of your frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eAdditionally, this lens does \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"29\" data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e feature built-in optical image stabilization (OIS). 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