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Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E

BH #SI352E • MFR #347965
Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E
Key Features
  • E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2 to f/22
  • One SLD Element
  • Three Aspherical Elements
An inherently flexible focal length, the Sony E-mount 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lens from Sigma is a sleek wide-angle prime pairing a bright design with a portable form factor. The standard wide field of view is useful for a broad array of subject types, including landscape, street, and reportage shooting, and the f/2 maximum aperture excels in challenging lighting and enables greater control over depth of field. In terms of the optical design, three aspherical elements and one SLD element are used to minimize a variety of aberrations and distortion for sharp and accurate rendering. Also, a Super Multi-Layer Coating helps to control ghosting and flare for improved color fidelity and contrast.
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Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Overview

An inherently flexible focal length, the Sony E-mount 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lens from Sigma is a sleek wide-angle prime pairing a bright design with a portable form factor. The standard wide field of view is useful for a broad array of subject types, including landscape, street, and reportage shooting, and the f/2 maximum aperture excels in challenging lighting and enables greater control over depth of field. In terms of the optical design, three aspherical elements and one SLD element are used to minimize a variety of aberrations and distortion for sharp and accurate rendering. Also, a Super Multi-Layer Coating helps to control ghosting and flare for improved color fidelity and contrast.

In regard to handling and focus, this lens features a stepping motor for quick and quiet AF performance that suits both photo and video applications. As an I Series lens, too, this lens features a manual aperture ring and all-metal barrel constriction for enhanced tactility. Additionally, there is a rounded nine-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh quality and the lens housing is also weather-sealed to suit working in inclement conditions.

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.
I Series lens emphasizes a sleek and stylish physical design that is built to the same operational standards of Sigma's Cine lenses, including a mechanical aperture ring, knurled metal components, and various switches and tactile controls for intuitive operation.
Wide-angle 35mm lens is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 52.5mm equivalent focal length.
Bright f/2 maximum aperture strikes and ideal balance between speed and size and manages to maintain a compact physical profile while also offering low-light performance and depth of field control.
One Special Low Dispersion (SLD) element markedly reduces chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity and color accuracy.
Three aspherical elements help to control distortion and spherical aberrations for a high degree of sharpness and accurate rendering.
A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied to lens elements in order to minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute to producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.
Integrated stepping motor realizes smooth and quiet autofocus, which is further complemented by an internal focusing design to promote greater responsiveness.
Manual aperture ring includes an 'A' position for camera-based aperture selection.
Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.
Brass bayonet affords improved mounting accuracy and rigidity and rubber sealing is incorporated in the mount's design to render it dust- and splash-resistant.
Included LCF58-01M magnetic lens cap attaches directly to the front of the lens and is compatible with the optional CH-11 Lens Cap Holder.
UPC: 085126347659

Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
35mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
58 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/2
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
63.4°
Minimum Focus Distance
10.6" / 27 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.18x
Optical Design
10 Elements in 9 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
9, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
58 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.8 x 2.7" / 70 x 67.4 mm
Weight
11.5 oz / 325 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.405 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.8 x 4 x 4"

Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Reviews

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Does this lens have internal focusing? Or does ...

Does this lens have internal focusing? Or does the barrel extend and retract when focusing?
Asked by: Joshua
It is a prime lens.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2024-05-13

Can autofocus on this lens be turned on and off ...

Can autofocus on this lens be turned on and off from the camera body? Thanks.
Asked by: Spencer
If the camera you own has the ability to turn the autofocus feature on and off via the camera's menu, then yes, it can be done from either the camera body via the menu or via the AF/MF switch on the lens. When you disable the autofocus either via the camera's menu or directly on the lens, you would enable the fine focus ring function for manual focus usage needs.
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2021-04-26

Hello: what advantages and disadvantages of this ...

Hello: what advantages and disadvantages of this lens, compared to the Sony FE 50mm f / 2.8 Macro Lens ?, thanks in advance
Asked by: Benito
While we have not had a chance to try this lens out, on paper the differences would be the focal length (35mm versus 50mm), the wider aperture (f/2 versus f/2.8), minimum focusing distance (35mm has 10" versus 50mm's 6"), autofocus speed (macro lenses are typically slower).
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2021-02-09

I see from the photos that the aperture rings ...

I see from the photos that the aperture rings move in 1/3 stops. Will it give the same effect as de-clicked aperture of a cine lens? Or will the jumps be noticeable? Thanks
Asked by: Yaron
From our tests in the store using the Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN C, the effect is not quite similar to a de-clicked aperture ring. Firstly, there is an audible click when rotating the physical aperture ring. Secondly, there is a split-second latency even in Aperture Priority where the exposure adjusts and the shutter speed/ISO raises in order to compensate for the change. We had a much more seamless effect when the lens is set to "A" and we adjusted the aperture via the dials as we did not hear the click nor did we see any visible exposure change.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2023-05-21

Which lens is better for every day use and ...

Which lens is better for every day use and different genres (including portraits), this one or 45 2.8?
Asked by: Ksenia
I apologize in advance for the vague answer, but "better" will very much depend on the kind of photographs you make and the kind of compositions you enjoy. Typically, 35mm/40mm are seen as more "traditional" for street photography, but the 45mm might offer you tighter, slightly more intimate perspectives during everyday shooting. Truthfully, there isn't a significant difference between them, and you should be able to enjoy making photographs with either! With regards to portraiture, the longer focal length 45 is typically better due to lesser distortion, but depending on your type of portraiture (environmental portraits versus headshot/corporate portraiture), this will also vary the choice of lens.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2023-06-05

Is this compatible with a lieca cl

Is this compatible with a lieca cl
Asked by: jesus
Yes this will work on the Leica CL.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2023-09-12

Which one is better for every day use (different ...

Which one is better for every day use (different genres), this one or 45mm 2.8?
Asked by: Ksenia
I apologize in advance for the vague answer, but "better" will very much depend on the kind of photographs you make and the kind of compositions you enjoy. Typically, 35mm/40mm are seen as more "traditional" for street photography, but the 45mm might offer you tighter, slightly more intimate perspectives during everyday shooting. Truthfully, there isn't a significant difference between them, and you should be able to enjoy making photographs with either!
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2021-06-20

There's a ring to select aperture on this lens. ...

There's a ring to select aperture on this lens. However, is it still possible to dial the aperture from the aperture wheel on the SL rather than through the aperture ring on the lens?
Asked by: Christian
Yes there is a way. Turn the aperture ring to "A" (like it shows in the photo) and you'll have control through the camera instead of the lens.
Answered by: Ryan
Date published: 2021-11-20
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