SIGMA
SIGMA 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art camera lens for Leica L
Large-aperture 35mm prime for Leica L mirrorless cameras with f/1.2 brightness, 17 elements in 12 groups including three SLD and three aspherical lenses, resolving over 50 megapixels
- TypeDigital Camera Lenses
- F1.2 aperture enables bright low-light shooting
- 35mm focal length suits portraits and street scenes
- 17 elements in 12 groups correct aberrations
- Three SLD and three aspherical elements boost sharpness
- Resolves over 50 million pixels for high-resolution sensors
The F1.2 Prime for Leica L
The Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art is a wide-aperture prime lens built for the Leica L mount. Its 17 elements in 12 groups include three SLD glass pieces and three aspherical lenses, one double-sided, to correct aberrations across the frame. The optical design targets resolution above 50 million pixels for high-density sensors.
Portrait and low-light shooters needing extreme
Photographers who prioritise a lightweight kit or a versatile zoom range should look elsewhere. The large-aperture construction makes this lens substantial, and the fixed 35mm focal length offers no framing flexibility for distant subjects.
1.2 maximum aperture
The f/1.2 opening is the decisive specification; it governs both the shallow depth of field for subject separation and the light-gathering ability for dark scenes. If your work does not demand that aperture, a smaller maximum-aperture lens will be lighter and less costly.
Highlights
- F1.2 aperture enables bright low-light shooting
- 35mm focal length suits portraits and street scenes
- 17 elements in 12 groups correct aberrations
- Three SLD and three aspherical elements boost sharpness
- Resolves over 50 million pixels for high-resolution sensors
Specifications
| Brand | SIGMA |
|---|---|
| Type | Digital Camera Lenses |
Questions about this item
Does my camera need the Leica L mount to use this 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art lens?
Yes, the lens is built specifically for the Leica L mount and will only attach natively to cameras with that mount.
Will the 17-element, 12-group optical design work correctly on an older L-mount body with a lower-resolution sensor?
The optical formula is fully compatible with any Leica L-mount camera; resolution scales with the sensor, so older bodies still benefit from the corrected aberrations.
How can I verify the lens is resolving the claimed 50 million pixels after mounting it?
Shoot a high-contrast target at f/1.2, examine centre and corner detail at pixel level, and confirm crisp edges with no colour fringing.
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