CONTEMPORARY 16mm F1.4 DC DN

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16mm F1.4 DC DN

Available mounts

L-Mount

FUJIFILM X Mount

Canon EF-M mount

Canon RF Mount

Sony E-mount

Micro Four Thirds mount

Nikon Z mount

Designed for crop sensor mirrorless
Wide, versatile focal length
Ultra-fast F1.4 maximum aperture
Outstanding low-light performance
Superb sharpness at all apertures
Minimizes optical aberrations
Quiet and fast stepping motor
Dust and splash resistant mount*
Minimized flare and ghosting
Compatible with Lens Aberration Correction**
Made in Japan

*Dust and splash resistant mount exclusive to L-mount, X Mount, Canon RF Mount, and Nikon Z Mount only.
**Function available on supported cameras only. Available corrections / functionality may vary depending on camera model.

SPECIFICATIONS

FEATURES

LENS CONSTRUCTION / MTF

TECHNOLOGY

SAMPLE IMAGES

Camera Type Mirrorless

Corresponding Mount L-Mount, Sony E-mount, FUJIFILM X Mount, Micro Four Thirds mount, Canon EF-M mount, Nikon Z mount, Canon RF Mount

Sensor size APS-C [DC]

Lens Construction 16 elements in 13 groups

Angle of View L-Mount：83.2°
Sony E-mount：83.2°
FUJIFILM X Mount：83.2°
Micro Four Thirds mount：68.1°
Nikon Z mount：83.2°
Canon EF-M mount：79.9°
Canon RF Mount：79.9°

Number of Diaphragm Blades 9(Rounded diaphragm)

Minimum Aperture F16

Minimum Focusing Distance 25cm / 9.8in.

Maximum Magnification Ratio 1:9.9

Filter Size φ67mm

Dimensions (Diameter × Length) L-Mount：φ72.2mm × 90.3mm / φ2.8in. × 3.6in.
Sony E-mount：φ72.2mm × 92.3mm / φ2.8in. × 3.6in.
FUJIFILM X Mount：φ72.2mm × 92.6mm / φ2.8in. × 3.6in.
Micro Four Thirds mount：φ72.2mm × 91.1mm / φ2.8in. ×3.6in.
Nikon Z mount：φ72.2mm × 94.3mm / φ2.8in. × 3.7in.
Canon EF-M mount：φ72.2mm × 92.3mm / φ2.8in. × 3.6in.
Canon RF Mount：φ72.2mm × 90.3mm / φ2.8in. × 3.6in.

Weight (g) L-Mount：415g / 14.6oz.
Sony E-mount：405g / 14.3oz.
FUJIFILM X Mount：405g / 14.3oz.
Micro Four Thirds mount：395g / 13.9oz.
Nikon Z mount：420g / 14.8oz.
Canon EF-M mount：405g / 14.3oz.
Canon RF Mount：415g / 14.6oz.

Edition Number C017

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 LH716-01, FRONT CAP LCF-67mm III, REAR CAP LCR II

EAN L-Mount：00-85126-40269-3
Sony E-mount：00-85126-40265-5
FUJIFILM X Mount：00-85126-40275-4
Micro Four Thirds mount：00-85126-40263-1
Nikon Z mount：00-85126-40273-0
Canon EF-M mount：00-85126-40271-6
Canon RF Mount：00-85126-40272-3

Camera Compatibility LINK

* L-Mount is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
* Sony E-mount 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.
* Nikon Z mount is developed, manufactured and sold under the license agreement with Nikon Corporation.
* Canon RF Mount is developed, manufactured and sold under license from Canon Inc.
* Canon EF-M mount does not feature mount with dust and splash resistant structure.

Camera	Nikon Z 9
Shutter Speed	1/500s
Lens F Number	F1.4
ISO	800
Focal Length	16mm
Photographer	Noriko Yamaguchi

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Camera	Nikon Z fc
Shutter Speed	1/5s
Lens F Number	F5.6
ISO	200
Focal Length	16mm
Photographer	Hideyuki Abe

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Camera	SONY ILCE-7RM2
Shutter Speed	1/80s
Lens F Number	F1.4
ISO	200
Focal Length	16mm
Photographer	Wataru Nakamura

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Camera	SONY ILCE-7RM2
Shutter Speed	1/2s
Lens F Number	F5.6
ISO	100
Focal Length	16mm
Photographer	Wataru Nakamura

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Camera	SONY ILCE-7RM2
Shutter Speed	1/25s
Lens F Number	F1.4
ISO	100
Focal Length	16mm
Photographer	Wataru Nakamura

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Camera	Nikon Z fc
Shutter Speed	1/640s
Lens F Number	F4
ISO	200
Focal Length	16mm
Photographer	Hideyuki Abe

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Camera	Nikon Z fc
Shutter Speed	1/250s
Lens F Number	F5.6
ISO	200
Focal Length	16mm
Photographer	Hideyuki Abe

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Lens construction

FLD glass SLD 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.)
*The spatial frequency indicates the variation on the image plane before distortion correction is performed.
Spatial frequency

S: Sagittal Line

M: Meridional Line
10lp/mm
30lp/mm
Diffraction MTF
$Diffraction MTF chart$
Geometrical MTF

A new system for mirrorless cameras

Following the 30mm F1.4, the next in the series: the 16mm F1.4

Over the years, Sigma has built an extensive lineup of bright prime lenses ranging from wide-angle to telephoto. Now, for mirrorless cameras, Sigma is developing a range of interchangeable lenses that feature a lightweight, compact package for convenient daily shooting while delivering superior performance and covering the key focal lengths.

Released in 2016 as the first of a new series of prime lenses for mirrorless cameras, the 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary combined F1.4 brightness with top-level optical performance. In order to achieve this low f-number in a large-diameter Contemporary lens, Sigma took on a wide variety of challenges, leveraging its latest optical design technologies, incorporating updated video capabilities, and utilizing in-camera digital correction* to further improve the lens’s optical quality. While prioritizing optical performance, Sigma developed a lightweight, compact package with steady AF that is truly easy to operate.

Like the 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, the 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary features Sigma’s latest design technologies to offer F1.4 brightness while minimizing optical aberrations.

* Limited to what the camera supports.

EOS-M series cameras incompatible with aberration correction
Cameras incompatible with distortion correction: EOS M5, EOS M6, EOS M100, EOS M10, EOS M3, EOS M2, EOS M
A member of the high-performance Contemporary line, featuring Sigma’s latest technologies

For optimal balance with light, compact camera bodies with a short flange back distance, Sigma designed the new Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary lens to be extremely compact. Moreover, the special design of the focus lens group allows fast and smooth AF performance for videography and more. This lens combines a compact design and comfortable operation while prioritizing outstanding image quality. Featuring Sigma’s latest technologies, this lens digitally corrects optical distortion.
Combining compactness with outstanding optical performance

The Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary features Sigma’s inner focus technologies, while lighter lens elements in the focus lens group make possible a more compact actuator. Moreover, this lens offers outstanding stability whether the photographer is shooting handheld or has the camera placed on a surface. Structurally, the lens features materials and parts that contribute to its compact, lightweight structure. In summary, this is an unprecedented lens that combines outstanding optical performance with exceptional portability and usability.
Large lens hood (supplied) to keep out harmful rays

The lens hood cuts harmful rays that can negatively affect photographs while also minimizing reflectivity within the hood itself. The hood also features a rubber construction and a non-slip groove to make it easy to hold in a variety of shooting situations.
High-precision, rugged brass bayonet mount

The brass mount combines high precision with rugged construction. Its treated surfaces and enhanced strength contribute to the exceptional durability of the lens.
Mount with Dust and Splash Resistant Structure

The mount features a special sealing* for a dust and splash resistant structure to make the lens an excellent choice in a wide variety of conditions.

* Except for Canon EF-M mount
Image quality rivaling that of our Art line lenses

Minimizing sagittal coma flare

With 16 elements in 13 groups, the optical system features a multitude of high-tech and high-end components, including three FLD glass elements, two SLD glass elements, and two molded glass aspherical elements. This optical system minimizes optical aberrations and ensures outstanding resolution at wide-open aperture and throughout the aperture range.
Designed to minimize flare and ghosting

From an early stage in the lens design process, flare and ghosting have been measured to establish an optical design resistant to strong incident light sources such as backlighting. Sigma’s Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting to help photographers produce sharp and high contrast images even in backlit conditions.
Bright prime functionality to experience photography at its best

A bright prime lens is the ideal way to experience the essence of the art of photography. The 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary is the world’s first interchangeable lens for mirrorless Sony E-mount cameras in the APS-C format to offer a 24mm focal length (35mm equivalent) and F1.4 brightness.
Rounded diaphragm

The 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates an attractive blur in the out-of-focus areas of the image.

A new solution for mirrorless camera users Combining F1.4 brightness and a compact body Introducing a new high-performance, large-diameter wide-angle lens

Offering an opportunity to experience the fun of shooting wide open, with F1.4 brightness

The new Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary is the world’s first interchangeable lens for mirrorless Sony E-mount cameras in the APS-C format to offer a 24mm focal length (35mm equivalent) and F1.4 brightness. The lens for Micro Four Thirds offers a 32mm focal length (35mm equivalent) with the same f-number of 1.4. This is the large-diameter wide-angle lens for which mirrorless camera users have been waiting.
Developed to feature a lightweight, compact package for everyday use, Sigma DN lenses for mirrorless cameras deliver superior performance covering the key focal lengths. The new lens builds on the success of the 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, which Sigma released in 2016 as the first in a new series of prime lenses for mirrorless cameras. The 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary also combines F1.4 brightness with top-level optical performance.
Sharing its development concept with the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary, the 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary features a lens structure with 16 elements in 13 groups and includes the finest materials. This lens effectively minimizes optical aberrations and offers superb resolution at wide-open aperture and throughout the aperture range. The optical design and stepping motor deliver smooth autofocus during video shooting, while the mount features a special sealing for a dust and splash resistant structure.

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