Sigma AF 30mm f 1.4 DC EX HSM Review

With a price-tag that is only just shy of £300, Sigma's 30mm optic is on the pricey side for a 'standard' lens and with good reason since it comes with an exceptionally fast f1.4 maximum aperture...

Product Overview

Overall rating:

83%

Sigma AF 30mm f 1.4 DC EX HSM

Overall score:83%
Image Quality:80%
Performance:80%
Value:85%
Features:80%
Design:90%

Pros:

  • Maximum aperture

Cons:

  • Poor manual focusing

Product:

Sigma AF 30mm f 1.4 DC EX HSM Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£299.00

Sample images

Verdict

Bearing in mind that this lens is both faster and more expensive than similar lenses, and that it is a third-party alternative to camera manufacturers’ own optics, the chances are that Sigma’s lens will be chosen and enjoyed by people who really need the extra benefits that its f/1.4 maximum aperture offers

Details

Sample Photos: See sample image gallery
Lens Mount:A, C, N, P, S
Minimum Aperture:f16
Filter Thread:62mm
Focus Method:AF/M
Other:Petal Hood
Minimum Focus:40cm
Lens Construction:7/7, Two SLD / One asph
Weight:430g
Maximum Aperture:f1.4
Dimensions:76.6 x 59mm
Focal Length:30mm
Maximum Format Size:APS-C
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