Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens Announced

Sigma has announced a new addition to their mirrorless family of lenses and this time it’s the 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art lens for both Sony E-mount and L mount.

The 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art lens is constructed of 14 elements in 11 groups, with 3 aspherical lenses and 1 SLD glass element. There are eleven rounded aperture blades for a smooth and creamy bokeh.

This lens has been designed specifically for mirrorless cameras and features a swift and near-silent AF, weather sealing, a manual aperture ring with click/de-click options, an aperture lock switch, an AFL button, and a hood with lock button.

A high-response linear actuator system (HLA) drives the autofocus and this is the first use of a linear motor in the Art line-up. According to Sigma the use of HLA makes the AF faster and quieter making the lens a great choice for video shooters.

The 50mm F1.4 DN DG Art is 111.5mm (4.4″) long, with a diameter of 78.2mm (3.1″), and has a 72mm front filter thread. It weighs in at 660g / 23.3oz. (Sony E-mount).

The lens is expected to ship in late February 2023 (Feb 24th according to B&H) and is priced at a $849 in the US and £849.00 in the UK.

Further details and sample images can be found on Sigma’s website.

Key Specifications

• Lens construction: 11 groups, 14 elements
• Angle-of-view: 46.8°
• Number of diaphragm blades: 11 (rounded diaphragm)
• Minimum aperture: F16
• Minimum focusing distance: 45cm / 17.8in.
• Maximum magnification ratio: 1:6.8
• Filter size: φ72mm
• Dimensions: φ78.2mm × 111.5mm / φ3.1in. × 4.4in. (E-mount)
• Weight: 660g / 23.3oz. (E-mount)
• Lens hood: Included (LH782-02)

Early Reviews

Here’s a collection of early reviews worth watching.

Gerald Undone

Gordon Laing

Christopher Frost

Arthur R

https://youtu.be/RHoPR24COHU

Tony & Chelsea

Dustin Abbott