Category: Sigma

First Tests of Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE Lenses

Here are the first tests of the Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE lenses. Marc Alhadeff from SonyAlpha.Blog tested both Sigma lenses. You can find the highlights to those tests below.

These Sigma 35mm and 62mm lenses are from the latest Sigma announcement. As you might remember three new full-frame mirrorless L-series premium compact prime lenses for Sony E-mount and L-mount bodies have been introduced. These Sigma lenses are 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary and will be available for sale through authorized US retailers in mid-January, 2021.

Check out the first tests of the Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE lenses.

2020 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Shopping

Pre-orders now available online :
Sigma 24mm f/3.5 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 35mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 65mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama Continue reading “First Tests of Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE Lenses”

Sigma Rumored to Produce Lenses for Fuji X Mount in 2021

Sigma is rumored to start producing lenses for Fuji X-mount cameras. As a result expect Sigma Lenses for Fujifilm in 2021.

About one year ago Sigma said they wanted to develop for Fujifilm, but their resources were limited at that moment. Now looks like its time and they could start developing lenses for Fujifilm. It’s probably the result of so many asking Sigma to release lenses for X-Mount since Fujifilm has the most professional APS-C system at this time.

Also if you click this link you will get all of the stuff on sale at B&H Photo. Continue reading “Sigma Rumored to Produce Lenses for Fuji X Mount in 2021”

SIGMA Rumored to Produce Nikon Z and Canon RF Mount Lenses in 2021

According to recent reports, Sigma is going to produce lenses for both Nikon Z and Canon RF mounts in 2021. So far, Sigma’s mirrorless lenses have only been available in L mount for Panasonic, Leica and their own cameras and Sony E mount.

Back in February, the company had plans for RF mount but still couldn’t decide if they were planning to make lenses for Nikon Z and Canon RF mounts or not. Now latest rumors suggests that the lens manufacturer is working on Nikon Z and Canon RF mount lenses and we may see some official announcements from Sigma in 2021. Continue reading “SIGMA Rumored to Produce Nikon Z and Canon RF Mount Lenses in 2021”

The Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020 by Dpreview

Here are the Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020. Chris and Jordan at DPReview TV has named the best and the worst camera and lens of the year 2020. Sony a7S III is te best camera while the Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM is the best lens.  Check it out! Continue reading “The Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020 by Dpreview”

Sigma 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lenses for E-mount and L-mount

Sigma announced three new full-frame mirrorless L-series premium compact prime lenses for Sony E-mount and L-mount bodies. These Sigma lenses are 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary and will be available for sale through authorized US retailers in mid-January, 2021.

All three lenses have aperture rings and by-wire manual focus dials, and are driven by stepping motors. They all come with both metal lens caps that attach magnetically and with conventional plastic pinch-type lens caps. Sigma will offer a magnetic lens cap holder that’s attached to a carabiner. All three lenses.

2020 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Shopping

Pre-orders now available online :
Sigma 24mm f/3.5 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 35mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 65mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama Continue reading “Sigma 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lenses for E-mount and L-mount”

Here are the Sigma 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2 and 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lenses

Here are the first product images of the upcoming Sigma 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2 and 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary lenses. These Sigma lenses for mirrorless cameras  will be officially announced on December 1st, 2020 and available in Sony E and Leica L mounts.

The upcoming Sigma Lenses:

  • Sigma 24mm f/3.5 DG DN Contemporary Lens
  • Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lens
  • Sigma 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lens

Continue reading “Here are the Sigma 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2 and 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lenses”

Sigma fp Firmware Update Version 2.02 Released

Sigma has released the new firmware update version 2.02 for Sigma fp mirrorless camera.

$100 off on Sigma fp body: $1,799 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Benefits of this firmware update

Ver.2.02 

  • Corrected the bug*1 related to Compressed RAW over HDMI recording with Atomos NINJA V monitor-recorder.
  • Corrected the bug related to the electronic image stabilization system in CINE mode*2

*1 ISO metadata reported in Final Cut Pro X may occasionally be incorrect if using 1/3 EV ISO adjustments on the camera. Note: Requires the firmware of NINJA V to be Ver.10.53 or later.*2 Video footage appears distorted in the following conditions. Stopping the video recording using the shutter button when the electronic image stabilization system is turned “ON” and the shutter button function is set to “REC” in CINE mode.

Download link: Sigma fp Firmware Version 2.02

Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary Lens now in Stock & Shipping

The new Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary telephoto zoom lens for E-mount and L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras now in stock and shipping.

Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS “C” Lens for Sony E: $949 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS “C” Lens for Leica L: $949 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary Lens Key Features: Continue reading “Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary Lens now in Stock & Shipping”

Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Lens Officially Announced

Sigma officially announces the new Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art lens for Sony E and Leica L mount cameras. The US price is $799 and it is now available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama. Shipping is scheduled to start in late October 2020.

With a minimum focusing distance of 11.6″, and a 5.5″ working distance, this Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art lens offers a life-size, 1:1 reproduction ratio for accurate rendering of close-up subjects. Its optical design incorporates one SLD element, which also helps to realize high clarity and color accuracy by suppressing various aberrations and color fringing. A Super Multi-Layer Coating has also been applied, which controls flare and ghosting for greater contrast.

Check out the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Lens features, videos and press text. Continue reading “Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Lens Officially Announced”

Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Lens Images & Specs

First images and specifications of the upcoming Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Lens have been leaked on the web.

The telephoto zoom lens is designed specially for Sony E-mount and Leica L-mount mirrorless cameras. The official announcement of the lens is expected to happen in the next several days.

Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Lens Specifications: Continue reading “Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Lens Images & Specs”