Sigma today announced the US price and release date of Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG MACRO Art lens. The US price for the macro optic is $569.00 and it is available for pre-order at major camera stores. This is the first macro lens in the Art-series line, offering true 1:1 reproduction. Full-time manual focus is available even in autofocusContinue Reading
The new Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art full frame lens is expected to have a price tag of €1,999 or around $2,400. The Art-series optic was announced back in February, but the company didn’t unveil the official pricing (check US product listings for updates). The dust- and splash-resistant Sigma lens will be available for Canon EF, Nikon F mount DSLR as wellContinue Reading
According to latest reports Sigma is planning to announce their new 70-200mm f/2.8 lens for Photokina 2018 in September. Sigma already has a patent application for a 70-200mm f/2.8 that has ben filed back in May 2016. This new 70-200mm f/2.8 lens will replace the current 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM version. Earlier rumors / suggestions indicates that Sigma will expand the 70-200mm lineup inContinue Reading
Sigma just announced the pricing of their new ARTseries prime lenses that is designed for Sony full-frame E-mount cameras. The newly announced seven Sigma FE prime lenses now available for pre-order at B&H Photo Video and Adorama.com. The US price for these lenses are same as Canon/Nikon version. Prices for 70mm and 105mm lenses have not been announced yet.Continue Reading
Sigma released a new firmware update version 1.09 for the MC-11 lens adapter. The Mount Converter/Lens Adapter for Sony E-mount gets firmware 1.09 update improves AF performance with the “Eye AF” function is selected. This firmware update v1.09 also adds compatibility for the 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art lens. The Sigma MC-11 adapter priced for $249 and available at Amazon, B&H stores. It is designed for Sony fullContinue Reading
The new Sigma Art lenses for Sony E-mount were on display at the 2018 CP+ show in Japan. To underline and remember, Sigma will develop nine ART series lenses for Sony full frame E-mount cameras. According to Sigma, the E-mount versions will offer a newly developed control algorithm that optimizes the autofocus drive and maximizes the data transmissionContinue Reading
Along with the newly-announced Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art and Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG MACRO Art, Sigma has announced that they will introduce seven of its existing full-frame Art-series optics lenses for Sony E-mount cameras. According to Sigma, the E-mount versions will offer a newly developed control algorithm that optimizes the autofocus drive and maximizes the data transmission speed.Continue Reading
Sigma announces the development of Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG MACRO Art lens. This is the first macro lens in the Art-series line, offering true 1:1 reproduction. Full-time manual focus is available even in autofocus shooting, and focus ring’s angle of rotation is tuned to the needs of macro shooting. The dust- and splash-resistant Sigma lens will beContinue Reading
Sigma has announced the development of the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art lens. This will be the longest F1.4 lens in the Art series to date, comprising 17 elements in 12 groups and includes an Arca-Swiss tripod collar. The dust- and splash-resistant Sigma lens will be available for Canon EF, Nikon F mount DSLR as well as Sony E-mount cameras. TheContinue Reading
Sigma is rumored to announce several new lenses for the upcoming CP+ 2018 Show. According to recent reports these lenses are Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art and Sigma 70mm f/2.8 Macro. CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2018 is a major event that begins in the beginning of March. We expect the official announcement from SigmaContinue Reading