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Black 56mm f/1.4 lens for Sony E with 55mm filter kit

SIGMA

SIGMA 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E with 55mm Filter Kit

SKU CH-67P2-Q8W8N

A 56mm f/1.4 prime lens for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras, bundled with a 55mm filter kit and cleaning accessories

  • Wide f/1.4 aperture enables shallow depth and low-light shooting
  • 56mm focal length gives 84mm equivalent view on APS-C sensors
  • Stepping motor provides smooth, quiet autofocus for video
  • Dust- and splash-resistant mount seals against moisture and debris
  • Brass bayonet mount adds durability and precise camera coupling

Portrait lens for Sony E-mount

The Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is a fixed focal length lens designed for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras. It delivers an 84mm equivalent field of view with a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture. The bundle includes a 55mm essential filter kit, cleaning kit and cleaning cloth for immediate use.

APS-C coverage and f/1.4 aperture

This lens covers the APS-C image circle only, so it is not suitable for full-frame Sony E-mount bodies without crop mode. The f/1.4 aperture enables shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance. The stepping motor provides smooth, quiet autofocus compatible with Sony Fast Hybrid AF, face recognition and eye AF for reliable subject tracking during video and stills.

Upgrade from kit zooms or slower primes

Photographers moving from variable-aperture kit zooms or f/2.8 primes gain significantly more light gathering and subject separation at this focal length. The brass bayonet mount with dust and splash resistant sealing adds durability for frequent outdoor use. It is not for shooters who need zoom versatility, full-frame coverage or wider angles of view.

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Price $471.99
Cheaper than about 59% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

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Questions about this item

Should I choose the 56mm f/1.4 lens or a different focal length for portraits on APS-C?

The 56mm focal length gives an 84mm equivalent field of view on APS-C sensors, a classic portrait perspective that isolates the subject naturally.

What does the f/1.4 aperture actually deliver when shooting indoors?

The f/1.4 maximum aperture gathers significantly more light than slower zooms, allowing faster shutter speeds and shallow depth of field for clean low-light portraits.

How does the Sony E-mount interface affect autofocus speed with this lens?

The lens uses a stepping motor and is fully compatible with Sony Fast Hybrid AF, enabling quick, quiet focus tracking with face and eye detection for both stills and video.

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