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Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary
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Sigma · f/1.4 · Sony E mount

Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary

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KEY FACTS
BrandSigma
Release Year2026
Production StatusIn Production
Pro BrandingContemporary
Lens MountSony E
What We Like
+Exceptionally compact and lightweight design at only 220g, the lightest in Sigma's F1.4 DC series
+Fast F1.4 aperture enables low-light performance and shallow depth-of-field creative control
+Excellent edge-to-edge sharpness across entire frame, even wide-open, with minimal sagittal coma flare
+Competitive pricing at $579 USD versus Sony's 15mm F1.4 G at nearly $950
+Dust and splash-resistant construction with improved weather sealing over predecessor
+Smooth, responsive stepping motor autofocus with well-controlled focus breathing ideal for video
Worth Knowing
−Polycarbonate construction offers less weather protection than higher-end Art series lenses
−Corner sharpness is noticeably softer at maximum aperture, requires stopping down to F5.6+ for optimal corner performance
−Shows some vignetting and distortion at wider apertures that diminishes when stopped down
−No built-in image stabilization (relies on camera body IBIS)

General

Brand
Sigma
Release Year
2026
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Pro Branding
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Specific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses.
Contemporary
Lens Mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Sony E
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Sony E APS-C
Maximum Format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
APS-C
Read our notes on general
The Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary is the successor to the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, refining its acclaimed optical performance while achieving remarkable compactness and lightweight design. At 220 grams, it is the lightest lens in Sigma's f/1.4 DC Contemporary series and is an optimal choice for handheld video work and travel photography. The lens maintains uncompromising sharpness across the entire frame, even when shooting wide-open, delivering consistent performance from everyday street photography to starry landscapes. The $579 USD price of the new Sigma makes it a very attractive alternative to Sony's 15mm F1.4 G, which carries an MSRP of nearly $950.

Physical

Lens Weight
220 g
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
64.8 mm
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
58 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
15 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
1.4
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
9020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
17 cm01500

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes