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Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN
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Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN

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KEY FACTS
BrandSigma
Announcement dateApr 2024
Released2024
Production started2024
Production statusIn Production
What We Like
+Fast f/1.4 aperture enables low-light photography and shallow depth-of-field effects for portraiture and selective focus
+Compact and lightweight design at 285g for an f/1.4 prime, ideal for travel and everyday carry
+Excellent value for money with high optical performance at an affordable price point
+Smooth, near-silent stepping motor autofocus benefits video and photography
+Sharp optical performance with minimal distortion through aspherical and high-refractive index elements
+Dust and splash-resistant mount sealing enhances durability in varied conditions
Worth Knowing
−No optical image stabilization, relying on fast aperture and body IBIS for low-light shooting
−Not compatible with teleconverters or extenders
−Limited to APS-C format with 1.6x crop on full-frame Canon bodies, reducing its versatility
−Contemporary line lacks the advanced optics of Sigma's ART lineup

General

Brand
Sigma
Announcement date
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Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Apr 2024
Released
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Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Production started
2024
Production status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Read our notes on general
The Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is a fast, versatile prime designed for Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras for APS-C sensors, with f/1.4 maximum aperture that benefits low-light working and affords extensive control over depth of field for selective focus techniques. The DC DN series has received much praise for delivering exceptional performance in a small package, with fast f/1.4 apertures uncommon in this price range, compact designs tailored for APS-C users prioritizing portability, and affordable pricing providing access to high-end optical performance at a fraction of premium brand costs.

Optical

Focal length
30mm
Focal length equivalent 35mm
48mm on Canon RF APS-C
Maximum aperture
f/1.4
Minimum aperture
f/16
Lens elements
9 elements in 7 groups
Aspherical elements
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The number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration.
2
Special elements
1 high-refractive index element

Coatings materials

Coating
Super Multi-Layer Coating
Barrel material
Thermally Stable Composite (TSC)

Autofocus

Type
Stepping Motor AF
Performance
Smooth, near-silent autofocus

Build

Diameter canon rf
69.0mm
Length canon rf
71.3mm
Weight canon rf
285g / 10.1oz
Filter size
52mm
Mount sealing
Rubber sealing for dust and splash resistance

Focus

Minimum focus distance
30cm
Focus technology
Inner focus

Included accessories

Hood
Extra-long lens hood with antireflective coating
Lens caps
Included
Build quality
Metal mount

Optics

Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
9020

Physical

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.
Canon RF