Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art Lens for EF-S Mount

The Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art Lens for EF-S Mount is a prime lens that is designed for APS-C format. This format's 1.6x crop factor gives this lens a 45mm equivalent, which places the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art Lens for EF-S Mount prime lens in the category of standard focal length lenses. The Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art Lens for EF-S Mount is ideal for low light situations and will provide shallow depth of field focus due to its particularly fast maximum aperture of f/1.4. The lens also features sharp detail and nice background bokeh with its updated optical configurations (9 elements in 8 groups) and its rounded aperture blades. This prime lens has a minimum focus distance of 11.8" (30cm).

The lens’ optimized light distribution helps to minimize field curvature preventing a loss of image quality at the edges of photographs and its double-sided aspherical lens element minimizes spherical distortion. A rear focusing system combined with a newly developed autofocus algorithm and Hyper Sonic Motor provide smooth and accurate autofocus. Fulltime manual focus is also supported. As part of Sigma's "Art" line of lenses it is compatible with Sigma's USB Dock, which enables firmware updates and focusing adjustments. .

Key Features

• Fast maximum aperture of f/1.4 allows fast shutter speeds for clear low-light imaging and shallow depth of field focus.
• A Hyper Sonic Autofocus Motor (HSM) offers fast, smooth and quiet autofocus.
• Constructed with Thermally Stable Composite Material (TSC) which performs well in extreme temperatures, reducing the expansion and contraction of the internal lens barrel.
• As part of Sigma's "Art" line of lenses it is compatible with Sigma's USB Dock, which enables firmware updates and focusing adjustments.