The Sigma 85mm f/1.4 Art lens was one of the most highly anticipated lenses in recent years, and Sigma recently released a new version for Sony E and Leica L mirrorless mounts that offers a smaller size and performance improvements while maintaining an affordable price. This excellent video review takes a look at the new version and what you can expect from it.
Coming to you from DP Review, this great video review takes a look at the new Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens. The new 85mm f/1.4 Art comes with a variety of improvements and worthwhile specs, including:
- Five Special Low Dispersion elements for reduced chromatic aberrations and improved clarity
- One aspherical element and four high refractive index glass elements to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations and increase sharpness
- Super Multi-Layer Coating for reduced flares and ghosting and increased contrast
- Stepping motor for quick and quiet autofocus and improved AF algorithm
- De-clickable aperture ring for video usage with locking switch to prevent accidental switching
- Customizable autofocus-lock button
- Rounded 11-blade diaphragm for especially smooth bokeh
- Weather-resistant design with brass bayonet
Altogether, the new 85mm f/1.4 Art looks to be a great option for lots of photographers. Check out the video above for the full rundown.