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Kazuto Yamaki, CEO of Sigma Corporation , has officially announced the release of Z-mount versions of his lenses. And this is undoubtedly good news – owners of Nikon Z cameras will be able to use excellent optics from Sigma.
So far we are talking about three lenses: Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary , 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary , which will be available for APS-C cameras of the Nikon Z system, which will expand the currently limited fleet of Z-optics.
As a reminder, these three lenses are now available in five mounts: Sony E, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Micro 4/3” and L-mount.
From the press release
The control algorithm, including autofocus drive and baud rate optimization, was developed specifically for Z-mount lenses. In addition to high-speed AF, the lenses support AF-C (continuous autofocus) and in-camera aberration correction. The bayonet has a rubber seal, adding reliability in various conditions.
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
- Focal length: 16mm (24mm in 35mm equiv.)
- Optical design: 16 elements in 13 groups
- Viewing Angle: 83.2°
- Aperture: 9-blade, round
- Aperture Range: F1.4-F16
- Minimum focusing distance: 25 cm
- Maximum magnification: 1:9.9
- Filter diameter: 67 mm
- Dimensions: Ø72.2х94.3 mm
- Weight: 420 g
- Hood: LH716-01
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
- Focal length: 30mm (45mm in 35mm equiv.)
- Optical design: 9 elements in 7 groups
- Viewing Angle: 50.7°
- Aperture: 9-blade, round
- Aperture Range: F1.4-F16
- Minimum focusing distance: 30cm
- Maximum magnification: 1:7
- Filter diameter: 52 mm
- Dimensions: Ø70×75.3 mm
- Weight: 285 g
- Hood: LH586-01
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
- Focal Length: 56mm (84mm in 35mm equiv.)
- Optical design: 10 elements in 6 groups
- Viewing Angle: 28.5°
- Aperture: 9-blade, round
- Aperture Range: F1.4-F16
- Minimum focusing distance: 50cm
- Maximum magnification: 1:7.4
- Filter diameter: 55 mm
- Dimensions: Ø70×61.5 mm
- Weight: 295g
- Hood: LH582-01
Pricing has not yet been announced, but the existing 16mm F1.4, 30mm F1.4, and 56mm F1.4 other mounts are selling for $450, $340, and $480, respectively. Most likely, this pricing policy will also apply to the Z-mount, which means these lenses can be a very interesting option to buy.
