World’s Lightest Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens Announced

Sigma has announced a new Contemporary-series full-frame mirrorless zoom lens, the .  The US price is $899 and it is now available for pre-order at  B&H Photo / Amazon and Adorama. Shipping is scheduled to start on March 12, 2021.

Available in Sony E and Leica L mounts, the 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN C lens is based on Sigma’s existing 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art lens, but starting the new zoom’s focal length at 28mm results in a significantly smaller and lighter lens without sacrificing optical performance. It will compete against the Tamron 28-75mm FE. Normal-length zoom lens is designed for Sony Full Frame E-Mount cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides an 42mm – 105 equivalent focal length.

Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary lens features

  • Lens construction: 16 elements in 12 groups, with 2 FLD, 2 SLD and 3 aspherical elements
  • Internal focusing
  • Compatible with high-speed autofocus
  • Stepping motor
  • Compatible with lens-based optical correction
  • Nano Porous Coating
  • Super Multi-Layer Coating
  • Water and oil repellent coating (front element)
  • Focus Mode Switch
  • Support DMF, AF+MF
  • Minimum shooting distance 19 cm at wide end with a working distance 6.9cm
  • Petal-type lens hood
  • Simple dust- and splash-proof design
  • Compatible with SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 (sold separately / for L-Mount only)
  • Designed to minimise flare and ghosting
  • Every single lens undergoes SIGMA’s proprietary MTF measuring system ‘A1’
  • 9-blade rounded diaphragm
  • High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount
  • ‘Made in Japan’ craftsmanship

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