Quick answer
The Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A] is a wide-angle to short telephoto superzoom lens covering 24-105mm at f/4.0 for the Canon EF mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
A 24-105mm f/4.0 full-frame superzoom lens, the Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A] is designed for Canon EF mount bodies, with Optical Stabilizer and Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.
Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A] specifications
- Brand
- Sigma
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 24-105mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Superzoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 19 elements in 14 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- HSM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.45 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.22x
- Filter thread
- 82 mm
- Weight
- 885 g
- Length
- 109.4 mm
- Diameter
- 88.6 mm
Specification source: sigmaphoto.com
What can you shoot with the Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A]?
At 24-105mm this is a wide-angle to short telephoto superzoom, which typically suits:
- Landscapes and cityscapes
- Street and travel photography
- Environmental portraits and interiors
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 24–105mm | 19.5–73.7° | 23.3–84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 38–168mm | 12.2–50.2° | 14.7–58.8° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A] use?
It uses the Canon EF mount, so it fits Canon EF cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A]?
It zooms across 24-105mm with a maximum aperture of f/4.0. That makes it a wide-angle to short telephoto lens.
Is the Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A] a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a zoom lens covering 24-105mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/4.0.
What is the Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A] equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.6x crop) it frames like 38–168mm on full frame, with a 12.2–50.2° horizontal and 14.7–58.8° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Sigma 24-105mm f/4.0 DG OS HSM [A] fit?
Any Canon EF-mount camera, including Canon EOS 1D X, Canon EOS 5D, Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EOS 5D Mark III, and Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and 7 more.
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All Canon EF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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