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Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC A (Art) Autofocus APS-C Lens for Canon EF-S Mount {62}
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Sigma's proven 30mm f/1.4 Art for APS-C shooters who need speed.
On a Canon APS-C body, this 30mm gives you a field of view close to a 48mm full-frame equivalent, a natural, slightly tight normal that suits street work, documentary shooting, and environmental portraits without the distortion of a wider prime. The f/1.4 maximum aperture is the point of the whole exercise: enough light-gathering to work in dim venues, enough separation to pull a subject cleanly off a background. The 9-blade rounded diaphragm handles out-of-focus areas with smooth, circular bokeh at wider apertures.
Sigma's Art series optical formula, 9 elements in 8 groups, including one aspherical element, was built to address the corner softness and chromatic aberration that plagued earlier fast APS-C primes. The HSM autofocus motor is quick and quiet, and full-time manual focus override means you can fine-tune focus without switching modes. At 435g and 63mm long, it's compact enough to carry all day without the weight becoming a factor. The 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art has had over a decade of use by working photographers, and its optical reputation has held up.
Who It's For
Street photographers shooting on Canon crop-sensor bodies get a near-normal field of view with enough aperture to work under artificial light without flash. Documentary and event photographers benefit from the HSM's quiet operation in quiet spaces. Portrait shooters working in tight rooms find the 30mm focal length more manageable than longer options, with f/1.4 delivering subject isolation even at close range. Students and photographers building a first serious prime kit get optical quality that outpaced its price point when released and continues to do so.
Key Features
- 30mm prime on APS-C mount with f/1.4 maximum aperture
- 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
- HSM autofocus with full-time manual focus override
- 9 elements in 8 groups with 1 aspherical element
- Minimum focus distance of 0.30m for close work
- 435g compact body with distance scale window
FAQ
- What's the field of view on a Canon APS-C body?
- 30mm on APS-C gives you roughly 48mm full-frame equivalent - a slightly tight normal angle that works for street, documentary, and environmental portraits without the distortion you'd get from a wider prime.
- How's the autofocus?
- HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) is quick and quiet. You get full-time manual focus override, so you can fine-tune focus without toggling a switch.
- Does it have image stabilization?
- No. This is a compact, affordable prime, so optical stabilization isn't included. You'll rely on shutter speed and technique.
- What's the bokeh like?
- The 9-blade rounded diaphragm produces smooth, circular out-of-focus areas at wider apertures. At f/1.4, separation from the background is clean and natural.
- Is it weather sealed?
- No. There's no weather sealing on this lens, so treat it as you would any uncoated optic in wet conditions.
- What size filters does it use?
- 62mm. The lens accepts standard threaded filters, and a hood (LH686-01) is included in the box.
- How much does it weigh and how compact is it?
- 435g and 63mm long - light enough for all-day carry without becoming a burden. The 74mm diameter keeps it balanced on smaller APS-C bodies.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 30mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 |
| Mount | Canon EF-S |
| Stabilization | No |
| AF System | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 0.30 m (11.81") |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Aperture Notes | Rounded blades |
| Elements | 9 |
| Groups | 8 |
| Special Elements Coatings | 1 aspherical element |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.15x |
| Motor Type | Ultrasonic (HSM) |
| Full Time Manual Focus | Yes |
| Distance Scale | Yes |
| DOF Scale | No |
| Diameter | 74 mm (2.92") |
| Length | 63 mm (2.49") |
| Weather Sealing | No |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm |
| Hood Product Code | LH686-01 |
| Weight | 435 g (0.96 lb) |
This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.
| Brand Name | Sigma |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 62mm |
| Focus Type | Autofocus (lens motor) |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal |
| Max Focal Length | 30mm |
| Min Focal Length | 30mm |
