A couple months ago I was approached by Sigma South Africa to use and review a selection of their Sigma lenses while out in the field. I am a field guide and have been guiding now for just over four years in some of the most prestigious lodges within the Greater Kruger region in South Africa namely the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve and the Timbavati Private Game Reserve. Conducting game drives daily in these spectacular regions allows me to encounter some of the most sort after species on safari… read more →
SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of interchangeable lenses for the Canon EF-M mount digital camera series with APS-C image sensors. SIGMA will gradually introduce the lenses as members of the Contemporary line. The new Canon EF-M mount models will feature a newly and exclusively developed control algorithm that optimizes the autofocus drive and maximizes the data transmission speed. In addition, these lenses will be compatible with Servo AF and lens aberration correction. The lineup will include the Contemporary line set of three prime lenses 16mm, 30mm,… read more →
I had the pleasure of taking the new 60-600mm on a shoot on the Caprivi strip in between Botswana and Namibia a couple of weeks ago. After loving the 150-600’s I have been very eager to try out this new super zoom that has just won best telephoto of the year at the TIPA awards, so of course, high expectations. To be honest I also had my reservations as a 10x zoom has a lot going on inside, so I wondered whether it would have any drawbacks. The first thing… read more →
An enjoyable prime lens your camera can hardly part with ―Admirably balanced performance and size for full-frame mirrorless cameras from our Contemporary line 1.Newly developed high-performance lens series for full-frame mirrorless cameras 2.Beautiful bokeh and rendering that can be enjoyed in every scene 3.High-speed and highly accurate AF enabled by the stepping motor 4.High build quality and outstanding operability Launch: July, 2019 Lens Hood (LH577-01) supplied Available AF mount: L-Mount, Sony E-mount Note: The L-Mount Trademark is a registered Trademark of Leica Camera AG. Appearance and specifications are subject to… read more →
Take your mirrorless to the next level ― Benefit from the finest performance that the SIGMA’s first F1.2 large aperture prime delivers 1.Newly developed high-performance lens series for full-frame mirrorless cameras 2.SIGMA’s First F1.2 maximum aperture, large-diameter prime lens 3.High operability that supports various shooting situations in both still and video 4.Substantial functions enable user confidence, even in tough environments Launch: July, 2019 Case, Petal Type Hood with Lock (LH878-02) supplied Available AF mount: L-Mount, Sony E-mount Note: The L-Mount Trademark is a registered Trademark of Leica Camera AG. Appearance… read more →
Astonishing starry skies at hand ―A wide-angle zoom with remarkable resolution that is perfect for full-frame mirrorless cameras 1.Newly developed high-performance lens series for full-frame mirrorless cameras 2.High-resolution image quality developed with exclusive low dispersion glass elements and NPC (Nano Porous Coating) 3.Substantial functions enable user confidence, even in tough environments 4.Rear filter holder as a standard accessory. Launch: August, 2019 Case, Cover Lens Cap (LC850-01) supplied Available AF mount: L-Mount, Sony E-mount Note: The L-Mount Trademark is a registered Trademark of Leica Camera AG. Appearance and specifications are subject… read more →
Outstanding wide-aperture, mid-telephoto performance with F1.4 brightness at maximum aperture, this lens incorporates 17 optical elements in 12 groups, an uncommonly large number of elements for a prime lens. By including three FLD glass elements, two SLD glass elements, and one aspherical lens element, the optical system minimizes axial chromatic aberration to deliver extremely high resolution along with ample peripheral light volume. Like SIGMA’s Sports line lenses, the 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art features a highly effective dust- and splash-proof structure with special sealing at the mount connection (with… read more →
The Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro is the first prime macro lens to be adorned with the Art badge. Fully redesigned to deliver exception 1:1 (life-sized) magnification, the 70mm F2.8 DG Macro lens features a new coreless DC motor for extremely smooth autofocus performance. Prioritizing optical performance, the lens features an extending, floating, two-group focus mechanism. This configuration minimizes aberration to produce optimal results at any focus distance. The Canon EF mount version of the lens is compatible with Canon Lens Aberration Correction performs in-camera corrections of peripheral illumination, chromatic… read more →
SEIN Online is an original web magazine created by SIGMA, manufacturer of digital cameras and interchangeable lenses for creative artists. The magazine’s aim is to share with its readers our passion and respect for visual culture and the art of photography, highlight our unique approach to manufacturing and introduce the challenges along with innovative ideas involved in our continuous quest to create the world’s best optical instruments. Regular updates & new Instagram account SEIN Online will be updated with new content four to five times a month, consisting of both… read more →