SIGMA introduces 16mm f/1.4 and 23mm f/1.4 lenses for Canon RF

Sigma has announced the release of two new lenses for the Canon RF mount: the 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary and the 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary

Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary

The 16mm f/1.4 lens is a wide-angle option for photographers and videographers. Priced at £389 and weighing just over 400g, it combines portability with a large maximum aperture.

The lens is intended for a range of uses, including street photography, events, landscapes, and video content.

Its f/1.4 aperture is designed to allow greater control over depth of field and improve performance in low-light conditions.

Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | Image: Sigma
Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | Image: Sigma
Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | Image: Sigma

Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary

With a price tag of £479, the 23mm f/1.4 is a standard prime lens offering a versatile 35mm-equivalent focal length. Weighing 340g, it is a lightweight and durable option for travel, portraiture, and general-purpose photography.

Sigma highlights its optical performance, claiming sharpness across the frame at all aperture settings, as well as its suitability for low-light shooting thanks to the f/1.4 aperture.

Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | Image: Sigma
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | Image: Sigma
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | Image: Sigma

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary and 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lenses are set to go on sale from 23 January 2025. Find out more at the Sigma website.

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