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Black wide-angle prime lens for Sony E mount, compact barrel, 67 mm filter thread

SIGMA

Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Sony E Mount Lens

SKU CH-Q2K4-JHK3F

Wide-angle prime with a fast f/1.4 aperture for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field

  • Part type or numberCompact ILC Lenses
  • Diameter67 mm
  • Focus systemAuto Focus
  • Lens focal length16 mm
  • Lens apertureMaximum: f/1.4 Minimum: f/16
  • Lens mountSony (E mount for NEX)
  • Large f/1.4 aperture excels in low light
  • 16 elements in 13 groups deliver sharp images
  • Compact 1.29 kg design is highly portable
  • 67 mm filter thread accepts common accessories
  • Fast Hybrid AF support ensures quick focusing

Versatile Wide-Angle Prime

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is a high-performance wide-angle prime lens designed for APS-C and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. It provides a versatile effective focal length suitable for landscape photography, astrophotography, indoor architectural work and high-quality vlogging. The large f/1.4 maximum aperture delivers exceptional low-light performance and shallow depth of field for subject isolation.

Optical Design Constraints

The lens utilises a complex optical formula of 16 elements in 13 groups, incorporating three FLD and two SLD elements to control aberrations. It accepts 67 mm filters via the front thread. The construction uses Thermally Stable Composite material to maintain optical precision during temperature changes, while a rubber gasket at the brass mount provides dust and splash resistance. Autofocus is driven by a stepping motor compatible with Fast Hybrid AF systems.

Maximum Aperture Decides Suitability

The f/1.4 maximum aperture is the single specification that determines if this lens fits the creative need. It enables shooting in dim environments at lower ISO settings and produces the distinct shallow depth of field required for subject separation. Buyers who require a smaller, lighter lens with a slower maximum aperture or a zoom range for framing flexibility should consider alternative options.

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Price $295.99
Cheaper than about 76% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSIGMA
Model name402965
Part type or numberCompact ILC Lenses
Product typeWide Angle Lens
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto Focus
Lens focal length16 mm
Lens apertureMaximum: f/1.4 Minimum: f/16
Lens mountSony (E mount for NEX)
Auto-focusYes
Size & build
Diameter67 mm
Filter thread size67 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withSony

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 16 mm f/1.4 or a slower wide-angle for Sony E mount?

The 16 mm f/1.4 gives you a fast maximum aperture that gathers significantly more light than f/2 or slower lenses, letting you shoot at lower ISO in dim interiors or at night while still delivering a wide field of view on APS-C bodies.

What does the f/1.4 aperture actually do when I am shooting?

It opens to a large 1.4 diameter, providing exceptional low-light performance and shallow depth of field so you can isolate subjects with smooth background bokeh and keep shutter speeds usable in dark scenes.

How does the Sony E mount connection limit what I can do?

The native E mount bayonet couples directly to Sony mirrorless bodies, enabling full Fast Hybrid AF communication and electronic aperture control without adapters, while the brass mount and rubber gasket seal against dust and splashes.

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