The newly refreshed SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art stands as a testament to the brand's continued dedication to craftsmanship, innovation, and precision. Now featuring a refined exterior and updated packaging, this latest iteration also marks a subtle but significant shift in identity. In doing so, the 14mm F1.4 distinguishes itself as the current flagship version within the Art line, an evolution that retains the same extraordinary optical design and professional performance while aligning with SIGMA's modernised visual identity, much like the recent Silver I Series lenses.
As the world's first 14mm F1.4 lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, this extraordinary optic redefines what is possible in ultra-wide photography. Designed from the ground up for those who seek to capture the vastness of the world in uncompromising detail, it excels in disciplines such as astrophotography, landscape, architecture, and interior work, as well as creative portraiture and wedding imagery. Available for both L-Mount and Sony E-mount systems, it offers outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness, clarity, and control, even when pushed to its limits under challenging conditions like night skies or city lights.
The F1.4 maximum aperture sets this lens apart, gathering nearly 60% more light than SIGMA's own 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art. This difference is transformative in practice, allowing photographers to shoot handheld in low-light environments or capture the subtle hues of the Milky Way without compromise. With its expansive field of view and unmatched brightness, the lens invites new creative expression, revealing textures, tones, and details that would otherwise remain hidden in the dark.
At its heart lies an intricate optical construction of 19 elements in 15 groups, including one SLD, three FLD, and four aspherical elements. Every component has been purposefully selected and precisely arranged to deliver exceptional control over aberrations and distortion. Sagittal coma flare, a common issue in astrophotography that distorts the shape of stars near the image edge, is remarkably well suppressed, ensuring pin-sharp points of light even at maximum aperture. Chromatic aberration and corner softness are minimised through the optical design itself, while any remaining peripheral characteristics such as vignetting are easily corrected in-camera. This balance between precision and practicality ensures the lens remains portable without sacrificing its optical integrity.
In true Art line fashion, the 14mm F1.4 offers a host of professional-grade features designed to enhance usability and control in the field. Its aperture ring provides tactile precision, complete with automatic, locking, and de-click functions for seamless switching between photo and video work. A dedicated Manual Focus Lock (MFL) switch allows users to secure focus at infinity, an invaluable advantage when shooting the night sky for long exposures. The inclusion of a rear filter holder expands creative options, accommodating sheet-type filters such as soft diffusion filters that give stars a larger, more luminous appearance. Additionally, a discreet Lens Heater Retainer ensures that condensation-prevention accessories remain securely in place during cold or humid conditions, supporting uninterrupted shooting through the night.
This refreshed version also introduces thoughtfully redesigned accessories that elevate everyday usability. The front cap now features a secure locking mechanism to prevent accidental detachment, while two integrated slots provide storage for pre-cut filters, ensuring essential tools are always within reach. The addition of the TS-141 Tripod Socket further enhances balance and stability when the lens is mounted on a tripod, relieving stress on the camera mount and supporting precise composition during long exposures.
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Cover Lens Cap
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Protective Cover
Rear Cap LCR II
