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Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E Mount
Product Code: G241043S
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The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E is a crop format ultra wide lens developed especially for mirrorless cameras, that is ideal for all sorts of stills photo and video subjects including landscape, astro and travel.
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We Love
- Noticeably lighter design which makes wide-angle shooting easier for travel, street and landscape photography
- A bright f/1.4 aperture improves low-light capabilities and helps to capture cinematic video
- Edge-to-edge sharpness even when shooting at the widest aperture for astro or environmental portraits
- Close focusing expands creative framing options so you can get really near your subject and throw the background out of focus
- Compact size and weight that balances really well on smaller sized Sony APS-C camera bodies
Key Features
- 11-element optical construction with one FLD, three SLD and three aspherical elements
- Fast f/1.4 aperture for low-light shooting
- Stepping motor autofocus provides smooth and accurate focusing
- Minimum focusing distance of 17.9cm for closer framing
- 9-blade rounded diaphragm renders natural-looking background blur
- Reduced focus breathing for video recording
- Dust and splash-resistant construction
- Compact 220g design with a 58mm filter thread
At 220g and just under 65mm long, the lens balances comfortably even when used with compact Sony APS-C bodies such as the A6700 or A6400, making it ideal for handheld shooting and gimbal mounting.
Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E Summary
The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E is a large-aperture wide-angle prime designed for APS-C format Sony E mirrorless cameras. It joins Sigma’s F1.4 DC Contemporary series and offers a focal length equivalent to approximately 22.5mm on full-frame, delivering a wide yet quite natural perspective that is suited to everyday use.
Positioned within the Contemporary E mount lens range, it balances optical performance with a lightweight design for easy portability. At just 220g, it is significantly lighter than the 16mm f/1.4 DC DN, making it easier to carry and shoot for street photography, travel, gimbal mounting and vlogging.
With a bright f/1.4 aperture, stepping motor autofocus and a compact mechanical design, this wide-angle lens from Sigma suits beginners upgrading from kit lenses as well as intermediate creators looking for better low-light performance and great image quality.
Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E In More Detail
Optical Design and Wide-Angle Perspective
The lens uses an 11-element, 13-group construction incorporating one FLD element, three SLD elements and three aspherical elements. This arrangement delivers good edge consistency and reduces aberrations that are commonly visible in wide-angle lenses.
On Sony APS-C cameras, the 15mm focal length provides an 86.9° angle of view, offering a broad field suitable for landscapes, architecture, interiors and even for environmental portraits and cinematic video.
Particular attention has been given to controlling sagittal coma flare, which is important when photographing night skies or scenes with point light sources. Sharpness is consistent across the frame, even when shooting at the widest aperture of f/1.4.
Aperture and Low-Light Capability
The f/1.4 maximum aperture allows more light to reach the sensor compared to slower kit lenses. This supports lower ISO settings in dim conditions and enables shallower depth of field when required.
The 9-blade rounded diaphragm maintains circular aperture when stopping down, helping background highlights appear smooth and natural, and the aperture extends to f/16 for greater depth of field when required.
Close Focusing and Framing
The minimum focusing distance is 17.9cm with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:7.9. This allows subjects to be framed more closely than many traditional wide-angle lenses, expanding creative options for detail shots and foreground emphasis.
Autofocus and Video Performance
Autofocus is driven by a stepping motor that moves a lightweight focus group with precision. This enables quick, accurate focusing for still photography while maintaining smooth transitions for video recording.
Focus breathing has been minimised to reduce visible changes in framing when adjusting focus during video capture. The compact 220g build and wide angle of view also make it practical for gimbal-based shooting, cinematic video production and solo content creation, including webinars and live commerce setups.
Construction and Design
The Sony E version weighs 220g and uses a 58mm filter thread. Its reduced size compared to the earlier 16mm f/1.4 DC DN improves portability while maintaining high optical performance.
The lens includes dust- and splash-resistant sealing and a water- and oil-repellent coating on the front element and there’s an aperture ring for intuitive manual exposure control.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary designed for full-frame cameras?
No. It is designed specifically for APS-C mirrorless cameras.
What is the full-frame equivalent focal length?
On Sony APS-C cameras, 15mm provides a field of view similar to approximately 22.5mm on full-frame.
Is this lens lighter than the 16mm f/1.4 DC DN?
Yes. It is approximately 50% lighter than the previous 16mm model.
Can this lens be used for astrophotography?
Yes. Improved control of sagittal coma flare helps maintain cleaner point light rendering in night sky photography.
What is the minimum focusing distance?
The minimum focusing distance is 17.9cm with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:7.9.
Does it support video recording?
Yes. It features stepping motor autofocus and reduced focus breathing.
Is it weather sealed?
It features dust- and splash-resistant construction but is not waterproof.
Learn more about this and the simultaneously released next-gen. 35mm f/1.4 in our first look: Sigma Updates 35mm F1.4 and adds 15mm Lens, which includes sample images, specs and more.
What's in the Box
- Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens for Sony E
- Lens Hood LH634-02
- Front Cap LCF-58 IV
- Rear Cap LCR III
- Lens Pouch
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Our Verdict
The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary for Sony E expands the F1.4 DC mirrorless lens series with a lighter and more portable prime wide-angle option. It delivers excellent edge performance while significantly reducing size and weight compared to the 16mm model.
For beginners moving from kit lenses, the f/1.4 aperture provides clear advantages in low-light and even for some background separation. Intermediate users and hybrid creators will appreciate the reduced focus breathing, compact size and improved balance on smaller APS-C bodies.
At 220g, it is easier to carry for travel and everyday photography, while still delivering the sharpness expected from Sigma’s Contemporary line, which is especially noticeable when shooting landscapes, architecture or astro subjects.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
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This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
