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Quick answer
A fast 28mm prime for full-frame DSLRs, about 865 g, with 77mm filters. It focuses as close as 0.28 m.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Close focus of 0.28 m
- HSM autofocus
- 9-bladed aperture
Cons
- Weight of about 865 g
- Larger than most 28mm primes
Verdict
A high-quality 28mm for photographers who work at wide angles in low light.
About this lens
This 28mm f/1.4 full-frame fast wide-angle prime lens from Sigma fits Canon EF mount cameras, from the Sigma Art line with Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art specifications
- Brand
- Sigma
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 28mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.4
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 17 elements in 12 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- HSM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.28 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.19x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 865 g
- Length
- 107.7 mm
- Diameter
- 82.8 mm
Specification source: sigmaphoto.com
What can you shoot with the Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art?
- Street and documentary
- Environmental portraits
- Landscapes
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
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 | 28mm | 65.5° | 75.4° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 45mm | 43.8° | 51.6° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 28mm f/1.4 Art a good astro lens?
It is usable for wide star fields, though 20mm and 24mm lenses cover more sky.
Does the Sigma 28mm f/1.4 Art have stabilization?
No. Stabilization has to come from the camera body, if it offers it, or from faster shutter speeds.
How heavy is the Sigma 28mm f/1.4 Art?
About 865 g, so it is heavier than most 28mm primes.
Alternatives for Canon EF from other brands
All Canon EF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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