Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary
Sigma · 15 mm · f/1.4 · Contemporary
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
78
SCORE /100
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 | |
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About This LensThe 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. | |
| Brand | Sigma |
| Release Year | 2026 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | Contemporary |
Lens Mount ⓘ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. | Canon RF |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Canon EOS R |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  APS-C |
Physical86/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 220 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 69 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 64.8 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 58 mm |
Optics87/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 15 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.4 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 86.9°–83.6° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 20 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 17 cm01500 |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features52/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction69/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 13 |
| Groups | 11 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 3 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 3 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |