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Black SIGMA 16mm f/1.4 prime lens barrel with brass mount

SIGMA

SIGMA 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary 402969 camera lens

SKU CH-6S36-ZX26N

Ultra-fast wide-angle prime lens for crop-sensor mirrorless cameras, f/1.4 aperture excels in low light and creates smooth background bokeh

  • TypeZoom Lens
  • CompatibilityMirrorless Camera
  • ColorBlack
  • Ultra-fast f/1.4 aperture for exceptional low-light capture
  • 16 elements in 13 groups with FLD and SLD glass for sharp images
  • Thermally Stable Composite construction maintains precision in temperature shifts
  • Dust- and splash-resistant brass mount protects against outdoor elements
  • Wide 16mm focal length ideal for landscapes and vlogging

Ideal wide prime for APS-C mirrorless

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is a fast wide-angle prime built for crop-sensor mirrorless bodies. Its bright f/1.4 aperture excels in low light and creates shallow depth of field for subject separation. The lens suits landscape, astrophotography, architectural and vlogging work where a versatile wide field of view is needed.

Confirm mount and sensor format first

This lens uses the Leica L mount and covers an APS-C image circle, so verify your camera matches both. It is not compatible with full-frame sensors in native mode or with other mount systems without an adapter. Check that your body communicates electronically with Sigma Contemporary series optics for full autofocus and aperture control.

Thermally stable build resists heat and moisture

Sigma's Thermally Stable Composite construction maintains optical alignment across temperature swings during extended outdoor sessions. A rubber gasket at the brass bayonet mount seals against dust and splashes for added durability. The 16-element, 13-group design includes three FLD and two SLD elements to control aberrations without adding bulk.

Highlights

  • Ultra-fast f/1.4 aperture for exceptional low-light capture
  • 16 elements in 13 groups with FLD and SLD glass for sharp images
  • Thermally Stable Composite construction maintains precision in temperature shifts
  • Dust- and splash-resistant brass mount protects against outdoor elements
  • Wide 16mm focal length ideal for landscapes and vlogging

Specifications

TypeZoom Lens
CompatibilityMirrorless Camera
ColorBlack
BrandSIGMA
Model402969

Questions about this item

Does the Sigma 402969 come with a lens hood and caps, or must I buy them separately?

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary 402969 includes a petal-type lens hood and front and rear caps in the box, so nothing extra is needed to start shooting.

Should I choose the Leica L-mount version or another mount for my APS-C mirrorless body?

The 402969 is built for the Leica L mount; select this version if your camera uses that mount, otherwise pick the edition matching your system's mount.

What does the f/1.4 aperture actually give me when shooting night skies on an APS-C sensor?

The f/1.4 maximum aperture gathers abundant light, letting you use lower ISO settings for cleaner star fields and achieve shallow depth of field for subject separation.

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