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Sigma 65mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Black for Sony E
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The Sigma 65mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Black for Sony E is compact, portable prime, which captures sharp results across the frame for varied subjects such as portraits where depth of field control is beneficial.
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Sigma 65mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Black for Sony E Summary
The Sigma 65mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Black for Sony E is a compact full-frame prime lens for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. It is from Sigma’s Contemporary I Series, which focuses on small, solidly built primes that offer great handling, portability and high optical performance.
With a slightly longer focal length than standard primes, the 65mm creates a tighter field of view that is ideal for portraits, as well as scenes and subjects where some background separation is preferable. The f/2 aperture supports controlled depth of field while keeping the lens compact, and a close focusing distance of 55cm with 1:6.8 magnification allows for details without needing a dedicated macro.
This version includes Sigma’s shortened DG naming convention, which reflects the mirrorless-only lens production going forwards. It is well suited to photographers looking for a compact short-telephoto prime that combines reach, image quality and everyday usability on Sony cameras.
Sigma Contemporary 65mm F2 DG Key Features
- Full-frame 65mm prime lens for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras
- Compact short-telephoto focal length
- Solid metal construction
- f/2 aperture supports subject separation and low light
- Close focusing to 55cm with 1:6.8 magnification
- Quiet autofocus for stills and video
- Nine-blade rounded aperture diaphragm
- Compatible with 62mm front filters
- Knurled controls with weather sealed mount
Sigma 65mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Black for Sony E in More Detail
Optical and image quality
The 65mm focal length provides a tighter perspective than standard primes, helping separate the subject while still maintaining a very natural look. This makes it well suited to portraits, details and scenes where backgrounds melt away. Image rendering is consistent across the frame, with good control of distortion and high sharpness for everyday shooting.
The optical design consists of 12 elements in nine groups, including one SLD element and two aspherical elements. This helps to suppress aberrations and maintain clarity and contrast, even when shooting at wider apertures.
Close focusing allows subjects to be framed more tightly than many traditional short-telephoto lenses, which is useful for small details, textures and close-ups.
Autofocus operation
Autofocus is quiet and accurate, supporting both stills photography and video recording. Focus acquisition integrates with Sony’s subject detection systems, with continuous AF and subject tracking on compatible camera bodies.
Video
For video the lens maintains consistent framing during focus transitions, helping reduce visible focus shifting while recording. Its compact size and weight make it suitable for handheld shooting and stabilised recording both with and without a gimbal.
Handling and controls
Despite its short-telephoto focal length, the lens is compact and well balanced on Sony full-frame bodies. An all-metal exterior gives a reassuring feel, while the simple control layout is easy to use in most situations.
An aperture ring allows aperture adjustment on the lens barrel, or control via the camera when set to Auto. Knurled metal surfaces on the lens hood, focus ring and aperture ring improve grip and tactile feedback. A rubber seal around the mount helps protect against dust and moisture.
Frequently asked questions
Is this lens different from the earlier DG DN version?
No. Optical design, autofocus performance and handling are unchanged. The update reflects Sigma’s mirrorless-only naming structure.
Does it work on APS-C Sony E-mount cameras?
Yes. On APS-C bodies it provides an equivalent field of view of approximately 97.5mm.
Is the lens suitable for video recording?
Yes. Autofocus is quiet, and the lens size suits handheld and stabilised setups.
Does it support close-up photography?
Yes. The lens focuses down to 55cm, allowing tighter compositions than many short-telephoto primes.
Can filters be mounted?
Yes. It accepts standard 62mm front filters.
What’s in the box
- Sigma 65mm f/2 DG Sigma 65mm f/2 DG Contemporary Lens Black for Sony E Mount
- Protective pouch
- Lens Hood LH656-04B
- Magnetic metal lens cap LCF62-02 MB
- Front Cap LCF-62 IV
- Rear Cap LCR III
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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!
