Lens Summary
Brand: Sigma
Also Known As: Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC HSM
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: APS-C / DX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, Sigma SA, Sony Alpha
Release Date: 2005-02-14
MSRP Price: $289
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Poor
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: This large aperture 30mm f/1.4 EX DC HSM lens is designed to match the APS-C size image sensors of digital SLR cameras. Two SLD glass elements are especially effective in the compensation of magnification chromatic aberration. Glass mold aspherical lens at rear group of lens reduces color aberration and provides high-quality image results. From 40cm (15.7) minimum focusing distance to infinity, this lens creates very sharp images with high contrast. The HSM models provide quiet high-speed auto-focus shooting, as well as full-time manual focus. Large Maximum Aperture of f/1.4 can perform superbly in a great range of applications, including snapshots, portraiture, indoor shooting and landscape photography.
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC HSM Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 30mm |
| Mount Type | Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, Sigma SA, Sony Alpha |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Compatible Format(s) | APS-C Sensor, Nikon DX, FX in DX Crop Mode |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:10.4 |
| Optical Stabilization (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 45° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 7 |
| Lens Groups | 7 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.40m |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 62mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | 8.13 x 5.84cm |
| Weight | 430g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
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