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Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E
Product Code: G247553C
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The Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E is the world's first full-frame f/1.8 aperture zoom of its class, which delivers excellent optical performance comparable to a prime lens and fast AF.
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- World’s first full-frame f/1.8 aperture zoom Lens, which offers a constant bright aperture throughout the range
- Exceptional optical performance with quality that rivals prime lenses thanks to 5 SLD and 3 aspherical elements
- High-Speed autofocus utilises an HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) for fast and precise stills and video focusing
- Versatile close-up capabilities with a constant 30cm minimum focusing distance and 1:4 magnification ratio at telephoto end
- Innovative design with stability from an inner zoom mechanism, customisable barrel controls and an aperture de-click with lock switch
Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E Summary
The Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E mount is a unique addition to the renowned series of Art lenses. It stands out as the world’s first full-frame f/1.8 aperture zoom lens, offering a constant bright aperture throughout the wide to standard zoom range. This makes it an excellent choice for filmmakers and photographers who want a combination of exceptional low-light performance, the ability to shoot handheld and the convenience of a zoom.
An advanced optical design from powerhouse lens maker Sigma delivers exquisite detail, maintaining professional image quality, which is synonymous with the Art series. Results are so good that quality rivals that of prime lenses, ensuring stunning results for both stills and video shooters.
Equipped with a high-speed AF mechanism which utilises the High-response Linear Actuator (HLA), the lens provides fast and precise autofocus, similar to the system found in the popular newly released 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art Lens for Sony.
Several other innovative features enhance the versatility of this Sony E mount lens for Alpha creators. These include an inner zoom mechanism, which maintains the lens's length, making it perfect for gimbals and video rigs. Additionally, the constant 30cm minimum focusing distance across the zoom range, coupled with a 1:4 maximum magnification ratio at the telephoto end, allows for impressive close-ups and dynamic compositions.
Whether you capture wide angle cityscapes and epic landscapes, detailed close-ups or environmental portraits, the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens is a powerful tool. Thanks to the E-mount it can be used for stills and video creation with full-frame Sony mirrorless cameras and for professional filmmaking with pro video cameras like the FX6.
Key Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN | Art Features
- World's first full-frame f/1.8 aperture zoom lens
- Excellent optical performance comparable to prime lenses (5 SLD, 3 aspherical elements)
- High-speed AF mechanism with HLA (High-response Linear Actuator)
- Inner zoom mechanism maintains length
- 30cm minimum focusing distance across the zoom range
- Maximum magnification ratio of 1:4 at the telephoto end
- Lightweight with premium build quality
- Focus breathing is suppressed
- 11-blade rounded diaphragm
- Nano Porous and Super Multi-Layer Coatings suppress ghost and flare
- Accurate MF with a bi-wire driven focus ring
- Two customisable AFL buttons
- Dust and splash-resistant body
- 82mm filter thread
Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens Review
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Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E in More Detail
World's first full-frame f/1.8 maximum aperture zoom lens
Despite weighing under 1kg, Sigma has developed the world’s first full-frame zoom lens with a maximum f/1.8 aperture throughout the zoom range. The lens also includes an inner zoom mechanism, benefits from a close and constant 30cm minimum focus distance, plus offers a regular 82mm filter thread, making it a valuable option for both handheld and gimbal content creation.
Once reserved for prime lenses, the bright maximum aperture combined with an 11-blade rounded diaphragm facilitates beautiful bokeh, shallow depth of field and handheld shooting in low light, while creators enjoy the flexibility of a zoom lens.
This exceptional accomplishment results from Sigma's extensive optical design expertise and advanced production technology, developed exclusive at the production facility in Aizu, Japan.
High-Speed AF and advanced features
The Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN | Art offers a range of professional features that match its exceptional optical performance. It boasts high-speed, adaptable autofocus, a durable weather-resistant structure, a de-clickable aperture ring, smooth manual focusing, and on-barrel AFL control buttons. These combine to create a versatile photographic tool capable of handling any situation.
Faster Focus with a Linear Motor
The lens’s autofocus mechanism utilises an HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) first developed for the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E, in order to achieve faster focusing speed with exquisite precision. The near-silent motor is ideal for video recording, ensuring focus adjustments are made without generating noise.
Aperture Ring Refinements
Equipped with an aperture ring, an aperture ring click switch, and an aperture ring lock switch, the lens offers flexible aperture operation for various shooting situations. These refinements enhance usability, allowing photographers and videographers to adapt quickly to changing conditions.
Inner zoom mechanism
The Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens features a practical inner zoom mechanism that keeps its overall length constant, regardless of changes in focal length or focus distance. This makes the lens easy to use for handheld shooting, highly stable when mounted on a tripod or gimbal, and more resistant to dust and water ingression.
30cm minimum focus throughout the zoom range
A minimum focusing distance of 30cm is maintained throughout the entire zoom range, with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:4 at the telephoto end. This ensures excellent close-up shooting capabilities, while also allowing precise focus in confined spaces. The 30cm distance enables you to shoot closer to subjects without sacrificing sharpness when using the zoom.
Lightweight yet premium build quality
Despite being a fast zoom lens, at less than 1kg the 28-45mm remains impressively lightweight. Additionally, its rigidity and durability safeguard the advanced optical design without adding bulk, while using a versatile 82mm filter size. This ensures that there are no compromises in portability or convenience, making it a reliable and convenient photographic tool.
Optical performance comparable to a prime lens
The Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN | Art achieves optical performance that rivals prime lenses, with each optical aberration corrected throughout the zoom range. Advanced coatings ensure clear images even in backlit conditions, while focus breathing is thoroughly suppressed, enhancing expressive power for filmmakers and photographers alike.
Premium optical quality in a zoom
By effectively arranging 5 SLD elements and 3 aspherical elements, aberrations are throughly corrected, while axial chromatic aberration, which is often noticeable in large-aperture lenses, is thoroughly suppressed. The optical formula ensures crystal clear images with minimal coloration, sharply focused details and smooth, large bokeh.
Well suppressed Focus Breathing
Focus breathing – where the angle of view changes as focus shifts from near to far, is minimised in the Sigma 28-45mm lens. This allows for natural focus pulls when recording video, maintaining precise composition and enhancing the overall cinematic quality. It also helps when focus stacking photographs, ensuring the angle of view doesn’t make it difficult to amalgamate images in post.
Minimal Flare and Ghosting
Advanced simulation technology has largely eliminated flare and ghosting in the lens, which can degrade image quality. As a high-end Art lens it features Sigma’s Nano Porous and Super Multi-Layer Coatings, providing superior resistance to backlighting. This delivers rich, high-contrast results in all lighting conditions, producing clear, saturated results regardless of lighting challenges.
Two AFL buttons
Located on the side and on top of the barrel, two customisable* AFL buttons can be easily reached in either horizontal or vertical shooting positions.
Built to withstand the elements
In addition to a dust and splash-resistant body, the frontmost surface of the lens is coated with a water- and oil-repellent coating so that it can be used safely even in harsh outdoor environments.
Includes locking petal-type hood
A petal-type hood is included to shield the lens from light. It has a locking mechanism for secure attachment and can be reversed for easier storage.
Additional features
- Lens construction: 18 elements in 15 groups (including 5 SLD, and 3 aspherical elements)
- Inner zoom with an inner focus system
- Compatible with Lens Aberration Correction with compatible cameras
- Supports DMF and AF+MF
- Compatible with AF assist (Sony E-mount only)
- Nano Porous Coating + Super Multi-Layer Coating
- Water and Oil-Repellent Coating (front element)
- Aperture ring with click switch and lock switch
- Focus Mode switch
What’s in the box
- Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E Mount
- Case
- Lens Hood LH878-06
- Front Cap LCF-82 III
- Rear Cap LCR II
Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN | Art Specifications
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Product Name |
Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN | Art (A024) |
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Lens Construction |
18 elements in 15 groups (including 5 SLD Glass and 3 Aspherical Elements) |
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Angle of View (full-frame) |
75.4°-51.3° |
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Aperture design |
11 rounded Diaphragm Blades |
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Aperture range |
f/2.8 - f/16 |
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Minimum Focusing Distance |
30cm |
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Maximum Magnification Ratio |
1:4 at f=45mm |
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AF actuator |
HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
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Filter Size |
82mm |
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Dimensions (Diameter x Length) |
φ87.8mm x 153.4mm |
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Weight (approx) |
950g |
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| Autofocus: N/A |
| Aperture ring: N/A |
| Constant Aperture: Yes |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
| Colour: N/A |
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| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: N/A |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 28 - 45 mm |
| Focus method: N/A |
| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: N/A |
| Groups: N/A |
| Hood supplied: N/A |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
| Lens mount: N/A |
| Lens Materials: N/A |
| Maximum focal length: 45.0 |
| Maximum magnification: N/A |
| Maximum aperture (number): N/A |
| Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
| Max Format size: N/A |
| Minimum focal length: 28.0 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): N/A |
| Minimum aperture (number): N/A |
| Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: N/A |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: N/A |
| Tripod collar: N/A |
| Lens type: N/A |
| Wide/Tele: N/A |
| Lens Level: N/A |
| Best For: N/A |
| Best For Holiday and Landscape: Yes |
| Best For Interior and Architecture: Yes |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: N/A |
| Best For Macro and Still Life: N/A |
| Best For Astro: N/A |
| Best For Street: Yes |
| Best For Wildlife and Sport: N/A |
| Zoom lock: N/A |
| Zoom method: N/A |
| Notes: N/A |
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Our Verdict
The Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E is a novel addition to Sigma’s prestigious Art series of professional level lenses. As the world’s first full-frame f/1.8 aperture zoom, it provides a constant bright aperture throughout its range, making it ideal for filmmakers and photographers who want a combination of exceptional low-light performance and the flexibility of handheld shooting. This 28-45mm f/1.8 lens also delivers exquisite detail and professional image quality that rivals prime lenses, ensuring stunning results for stills and video recording.
With a high-speed autofocus mechanism powered by the tried and tested High-response Linear Actuator (HLA), the lens ensures fast and precise focusing, similar to the acclaimed 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art. The inner zoom mechanism maintains the lens’s length, making it perfect for gimbals and video rigs, while the constant 30cm minimum focusing distance and 1:4 maximum magnification ratio at the telephoto end offer impressive close-up capabilities.
Whether you capture wide-angle cityscapes, landscapes, detailed close-ups, or environmental portraits, the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Lens is a versatile and powerful tool. Its compatibility with full-frame Sony mirrorless cameras as well as professional cinema cameras makes it an invaluable asset for any creator, enhanced by premium build quality, innovative features, and exceptional performance.
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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.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
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!
