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Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Leica L

BH #SI4528L • MFR #360969
Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Leica L
Key Features
  • L-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • Soft, Smooth, Rounded Bokeh
  • High-Speed AF with Stepping Motor
Designed for full-frame Leica L-mount mirrorless cameras, the fast and versatile Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens is a normal-length prime that optimizes size as well as weight while rendering notably smooth bokeh with rounded out-of-focus highlights in both the foreground and background. Coupled with its ability to soften the periphery of blurred images while enhancing the three-dimensional impression of an object, its 9.5" minimum focusing distance makes it suitable for snapshots to tabletop photos, or any imagery where you wish to make your subject stand out.
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Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Overview

Designed for full-frame Leica L-mount mirrorless cameras, the fast and versatile Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens is a normal-length prime that optimizes size as well as weight while rendering notably smooth bokeh with rounded out-of-focus highlights in both the foreground and background. Coupled with its ability to soften the periphery of blurred images while enhancing the three-dimensional impression of an object, its 9.5" minimum focusing distance makes it suitable for snapshots to tabletop photos, or any imagery where you wish to make your subject stand out.

Though full-time manual focus is available, this lens is equipped with a stepping motor that enables smooth, high-speed autofocusing that is notably quiet whether utilizing features such as Face/Eye Detection AF or during video shooting. A rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to the smooth bokeh, and a lens hood is included, which can protect the front element as well as prevent stray light from causing flare.

As part of the Contemporary line within Sigma's Global Vision series, this lens is designed to achieve a balance between convenience and performance, and meshes a compact, lightweight build and versatile handling with notable optical attributes.
Created for full-frame Leica L-mount mirrorless cameras, this prime, normal-length lens is designed to deliver excellent image quality while optimizing size and weight. It is also suitable for APS-C models where it provides a 68mm equivalent focal length.
Optical design controls spherical aberrations to help endure large, soft, rounded bokeh while enhancing the three-dimensional impression of the subject.
Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture is well-suited for working in available light conditions and provides greater control over depth of field.
A stepping AF motor benefits both photographers and videographers with its fast, precise, and near-silent performance. Full-time manual focus control can also be selected.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.
The bayonet mount is constructed from brass for ensured accuracy and durability. Additionally, rubber sealing is incorporated in the mount design to render it dust- and splash-resistant.
UPC: 085126360696

Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN ContemporarySpecs

Key Specs
Focal Length
45mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
55 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
51.3°
Minimum Focus Distance
9.45" / 24 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.25x
Macro Reproduction Ratio
1:4
Optical Design
8 Elements in 7 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
55 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.52 x 1.82" / 64 x 46.2 mm
Weight
7.58 oz / 215 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.045 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.5 x 4.4 x 4.1"

Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Reviews

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Does the focus ring hard-stop to infinity for ...

Does the focus ring hard-stop to infinity for easy manual focusing?
Asked by: Hakan
No, it does not.
Answered by: Fran
Date published: 2021-06-22

Is this lens fully compatible with the Leica CL ...

Is this lens fully compatible with the Leica CL including autofocus? Thanks.
Asked by: David
No! At least not with the shiped firmware as of today. I spoke with Sigma this morning and they said you need the following firmware to avoid the "battery drain" issue. https://www.sigma-global.com/en/download/lenses/firmware/c019_45_28/
Answered by: Fran
Date published: 2020-01-10

How long is the manual focus throw?

How long is the manual focus throw?
Asked by: NICHOLAS
So this lens doesn't have hard stops unfortunately, so it seems to vary depending on how slowly you turn the focusing ring.
Answered by: Zachariah
Date published: 2021-02-17

Does the focus ring have hard stops?

Does the focus ring have hard stops?
Asked by: NICHOLAS
No.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-02-10

Do you know if this will work with the leica TL2?

Do you know if this will work with the leica TL2?
Asked by: Juan
I found that the aperture ring does not function with the current firmware, v1.5. Aperture must be controlled via the TL2 controls as with other Leica TL lenses.
Answered by: Mark
Date published: 2019-09-20

Would this lens work with Panasonic s1??

Would this lens work with Panasonic s1??
Asked by: eve
Yes, it is compatible with the S1.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2019-08-19

Is that a pitched focus gear? Hard to tell from ...

Is that a pitched focus gear? Hard to tell from the photo.
Asked by: tyler
This is a still photography lens so it does not have cine pitched gearing.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2019-08-04

Will this 45mm on Panansonic S1 autofocus fast ...

Will this 45mm on Panansonic S1 autofocus fast and accurate on moving subjects such as people walking fast toward the camera?
Asked by: ED
I haven’t tried your specific scenario but in general autofocus is very fast and accurate with this lens and the S1.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2020-01-25
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