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contemporary
16-28mm F2.8 DG DN
Available mounts
- A high performance compact ultra-wide zoom
- A constant F2.8 aperture
- Uncompromising optical performance
- Compact body and lightweight
- Exceptional build quality
- Inner zoom
- Available for L-Mount and Sony E-mount
- Perfect for: everyday shooting, weddings, landscapes and travel photography
- Made in Japan craftsmanship
SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
LENS CONSTRUCTION / MTF
TECHNOLOGY
SAMPLE IMAGES
Camera Type
Mirrorless
Corresponding Mount
L-Mount, Sony E-mount
Sensor size
Full-frame [DG]
Lens Construction
11 groups, 16 elements (5 FLD and 4 aspherical lens elements)
Angle of View
107.0°-75.4°
Number of Diaphragm Blades
9 (rounded diaphragm)
Minimum Aperture
F22
Minimum Focusing Distance
25cm / 9.9in.
Maximum Magnification Ratio
1:5.6
Filter Size
φ72mm
Dimensions (Diameter × Length)
L-Mount：φ77.2mm × 100.6mm / φ3.0in. × 4.0in.
Sony E-mount：φ77.2mm × 102.6mm / φ3.0in. × 4.0in.
Sony E-mount：φ77.2mm × 102.6mm / φ3.0in. × 4.0in.
Weight (g)
L-Mount：450g / 15.9oz.
Sony E-mount：450g / 15.9oz.
Sony E-mount：450g / 15.9oz.
Edition Number
C022
The three-digit code on the surface of the lens is to indicate the year the lens was first released. (Since it is different from the year of manufacture, the release year and edition number may not match depending on the mount.)
The three-digit code on the surface of the lens is to indicate the year the lens was first released. (Since it is different from the year of manufacture, the release year and edition number may not match depending on the mount.)
Supplied Accessories
LENS HOOD LH756-01, FRONT CAP LCF-72 III, REAR CAP LCR II
EAN
L-Mount：00-85126-20669-7
Sony E-mount：00-85126-20665-9
Sony E-mount：00-85126-20665-9
Camera Compatibility
LINK
Specification info
*L-Mount is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
*This product is developed, manufactured and sold based on the specifications of E-mount which was disclosed by Sony Corporation under the license agreement with Sony Corporation.
*This product is developed, manufactured and sold based on the specifications of E-mount which was disclosed by Sony Corporation under the license agreement with Sony Corporation.
| Camera | α7R IV |
|---|---|
| Shutter Speed | 1/1000s |
| Lens F Number | F8 |
| ISO | 200 |
| Focal Length | 16mm |
| Photographer | Liam Doran |
| Camera | α7R IV |
|---|---|
| Shutter Speed | 1/100s |
| Lens F Number | F16 |
| ISO | 200 |
| Focal Length | 19.2mm |
| Photographer | Liam Doran |
| Camera | SIGMA fp L |
|---|---|
| Shutter Speed | 1/400s |
| Lens F Number | F4.5 |
| ISO | 100 |
| Focal Length | 16.6mm |
| Photographer | Martina Abreu |
| Camera | SIGMA fp L |
|---|---|
| Shutter Speed | 1/1250s |
| Lens F Number | F5.6 |
| ISO | 100 |
| Focal Length | 28mm |
| Photographer | Aya Iwasaki |
| Camera | SIGMA fp L |
|---|---|
| Shutter Speed | 1/500s |
| Lens F Number | F2.8 |
| ISO | 400 |
| Focal Length | 16.5mm |
| Photographer | Martina Abreu |
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Lens construction
FLD glass Aspherical lens -
MTF Chart
The MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) is one of the measurements for evaluating a lens’ performance, and it shows how faithfully the contrast of the subject can be reproduced on the image plane. The horizontal axis shows the image height (distance from the center of the image in mm) and the vertical axis shows the contrast value (maximum value is 1).
The closer the 10 line pairs/mm curve is to 1, the higher the contrast and clarity of the lens is, and similarly, the closer the 30 line pairs/mm curve is to 1, the better the resolution and sharpness of the lens is.*The MTF chart depicts the result at the wide-open aperture.
*For mirrorless lenses that support distortion correction, the horizontal axis shows the image height equivalent to when an L-Mount lens is attached to a Sigma L-Mount camera with distortion correction applied. (The effect of distortion correction may differ depending on the mount and camera used.)
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Spatial frequency
S: Sagittal Line
M: Meridional Line
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10lp/mm
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30lp/mm
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Diffraction MTF
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Diffraction MTF
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Geometrical MTF
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Geometrical MTF
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Uncompromising optical performance within a compact body
Optimized with the latest optical design technology, the 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is a high-performance optic that delivers exceptional image quality despite its compact size. The two large-diameter aspherical lens elements and five ideally arranged FLD glass elements (whose characteristics mirror that of fluorite) keep the lens light and compact while effectively suppressing the lateral and axial or longitudinal chromatic aberrations that often diminish the image quality of other ultra-wide lens designs. The lens also utilizes the advanced digital correction capabilities of modern cameras to enable it to achieve such impressive image quality from such a small body.
An F2.8 constant aperture gives a shallow depth-of-field for blurry out-of-focus areas, which is especially useful when shooting close-ups. The bokeh is smooth and circular thanks to the nine rounded diaphragm blades, which means the background never distracts from the in-focus subject.
Sigma has also taken extensive measures to counter ghosting and lens flare, which are caused by reflections inside the lens barrel. The Super Multi-Layer Coating ensures that the 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary delivers punchy, high contrast results even in the most difficult of backlit conditions.
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Convenient form-factor allowing more freedom and usability
The new 16-28mm has a front filter thread built in, which allows neutral density and polarizing filters to be attached more easily. This is especially useful for landscape photographers and filmmakers.
By using a stepping motor to control the AF actuator, the autofocus of the 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is both fast and silent, making it ideal for shooting photography and video in quiet environments.
The inner zoom mechanism allows the lens to maintain the same length throughout the entire zoom range and with almost no shift to its balance point. The resulting stability will be appreciated by anyone looking to use the lens with a gimbal, or for hand-held or vlog-style video shoots. The inner zoom mechanism also greatly contributes to the lens’ favorable physical dimensions: at a length of 100.6mm, a diameter of 77.2mm and a weight of only 450g*, its compactness rivals wide-angle zooms with slower maximum F4 apertures.
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The total length does not change even when zoomed, thanks to the inner zoom mechanism.
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The compact F2.8 zoom series
Paired with the Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary, photographers are able to cover ultra-wide to medium telephoto focal lengths with only two lenses. Their combined weight of only 920g makes for an extremely versatile, compact lens system with uniform F2.8 brightness.
* size and weight measurements given for L-Mount version
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Exceptional build quality with intuitive ergonomics
The lens is constructed using specially selected lightweight materials including Thermally Stable Composite (TSC), a polycarbonate with a thermal contraction rate similar to that of aluminum. This enables the lens to function at peak performance even in environments with harsh temperature differences, as the metal and plastic parts contract and expand at similar rates.
The precision of each individual component and the simple beauty of the finished product are made possible thanks to the craftsmanship and expertise of Sigma’s staff, the company’s unparalleled manufacturing technology and the rigorous quality control at Sigma’s only production base in Aizu, Japan.
Compact and lightweight, the 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary lens is a sophisticated but versatile photographic tool that offers photographers and filmmakers the perfect blend of portability and performance.
Effortless freedom.
