Sigma 35mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Silver for L Mount

Key Features

• Full-frame 35mm f/2 prime lens for L-Mount
• Part of the Sigma Contemporary series of compact lenses
• Metal build with an aperture ring and magnetic lens cap
• 10 elements in 9 groups, including 3 aspherical and 1 SLD element
• Bright f/2 maximum aperture
• Compact size measuring 65.4mm long, and weighing 325g
• Minimum focus distance of 27cm
• Fast, precise autofocus and internal focusing design
• 58mm front filter thread
• Made in Aizu, Japan

Sigma 35mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Silver for L Mount Summary

The Sigma 35mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Silver for L Mount is the ultimate compact wide-standard prime for mirrorless systems. As one of Sigma’s contemporary series of lenses, the full-frame 35mm F2 is a premium compact prime, which complements the latest high-resolution mirrorless cameras.

Not only does it deliver exceptional image quality across the entire frame, but a wide maximum aperture allows photographers to achieve a shallow depth-of-field and blur-free, hand-held images in low light. Its popular 35mm focal length is perfect for a variety of subjects including travel, street, wedding, family and environmental portrait photography, as well as general day-to-day shooting.

As with Sigma’s other Contemporary series lenses, the 35mm F2 combines superb optical performance with outstanding build quality and in this case, retro silver styling. Its sleek, all-metal body includes a metal focus ring, a metal aperture ring, a metal lens hood, and even a metal lens cap that attaches magnetically. The lens is essentially for photographers and filmmakers who enjoy the experience of taking a picture just as much as the quality of the final result.

The 35mm f/2 DG Contemporary is portable enough to be carried around for casual day-to-day shooting, but thanks to its outstanding optics, F2 aperture, fast AF and impressive build, it’s equally well-suited to heavy professional use.

Weighing only 325g, this is an exceptionally light L Mount lens which is especially useful for travel photography and as a walk around option.

Sigma 35mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Silver for L Mount in More Detail

All-Metal Construction

In addition to its high-quality build, the Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Silver weighs just 325g, so it's a great choice for anyone who requires a rugged lens but doesn’t want added size of the premium Art series. An all-metal casing includes the barrel, the aperture ring, the focus ring, and the lens hood, which all have a tactile knurled finish and are precision-machined in aluminium.

Aperture and focus rings both rotate smoothly and consistently, and give a satisfying, responsive feel. The lens also includes a separate aperture ring in Auto mode and a weather-sealed mount for confidence when shooting in changeable weather conditions.

A magnetic metal lens cap is also provided along with the standard plastic cap, and the optional magnetic lens cap holder accessory is available to keep your cap in place securely on a bag or strap while in use on the lens.

Exceptional Optical Quality in a Small Package

Optimised to work on high-resolution sensors, the 35mm f/2 DG DN features 10 elements in 9 groups, of which three are aspheric and one is an SLD (Special Low Dispersion) element. This optical design prevents chromatic aberration, provides edge-to-edge sharpness, and suppresses ghosting and flaring when shooting into light sources. Vignetting is well controlled, even when shooting wide-open at f/2.

A Creative Slightly Wide Prime Lens

The large f/2 maximum aperture allows the lens to create a shallow depth of field more easily and separate subjects, while creating silky, soft background blur. Bokeh is rendered cleanly, with rounded, even transitions, thanks to an 11-bladed diaphragm. Its wide aperture is also useful in low-light situations, and perfect for handheld shooting at events, weddings, or in the street, while mitigating the need to use a high ISO or slow shutter speeds.

Lightweight but Very Effective

Measuring just 65.4mm long and weighing only 325g, this lens provides a great deal of the image quality of the Sigma 35mm F/1.4 DG DN Art Lens For L-Mount, but in a considerably smaller and lighter body. Although the f/1.4 model provides a larger aperture and greater sophistication, this Contemporary version is a great alternative when weight and convenience come first, while not compromising on build quality.

Part of the Contemporary series

This lens is one of the lenses in the Sigma’s Contemporary series of compact, which are high-quality primes especially for mirrorless cameras. They have a uniform optical character, look, and feel, and so it’s perfect to use the lenses in a set together. Each renders similar bokeh, colour, and design as expected by the photographer, even when shooting at different focal lengths.

Other features

• Brass mount
• AF/MF switch
• 9 rounded aperture blades
• Water and oil repellant
• Super multi-layer coating
• Tripod foot
• Magnetic lens cap
• Internal focus
• Full-frame lens
• 58mm front filter thread

What's in the Box

• Sigma 35mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Silver for L Mount
• Front and rear lens caps