Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC D HSM Autofocus APS-C Lens for Nikon F-Mount {62}

Lens Specifications

Lens Name: Sigma 30mm f1.4 EX DC HSM

Description: This Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM lens, built for professional use, is a high quality prime lens suitable for professional use delivering outstanding optical performance for the discerning photographer. As a large aperture standard lens for digital cameras with a fast 1.4 aperture makes handheld shooting in dim light possible. 30mm corresponds to the diagonal of the imaging sensor found on most small chip cameras and as such, functions as a “normal” lens closely replicating the human eye’s field of vision. For use with smaller chip APS-c and 4/3 cameras only

HSM (Hyper-Sonic Motor) ensures a quiet & high-speed auto focus
Aspherical glass elements offer correction for distortion
Special Low Dispersion (SLD) & ELD (Extraordinary Low Dispersion)glass provides optimum color correction & sharpness
A lens hood, front/rear lens cap and carrying case are included with the lens when purchased new.

Focus Type: Auto/Manual

Works with this type of camera: APC Digital

Focal Length: 30mm

Elements: 7 Elements in 7 Groups
f-Stop Range: f1.4 - f16

Minimum Focus: 15.7 inches

Macro: No

Zoom Type: N/A

Length of lens retracted: 3 inches

Length of lens zoomed out: N/A

Image Stabilized: No

Aperture ring on the lens: No, electronic only

Filter Size: 62mm

Lens Hood: Yes

Weight in ounces: 15.2

Other Note: Motor for Nikon

The Sigma Advantage

The interest and appetite for interchangeable lenses is very diverse in terms of users' preferences and tastes. Sigma is committed to meeting the high reliability and quality standards required of optical equipment, as well as bringing lots of added value to the photographer and this is evident in Sigma's offering of unique product features, huge selection and highly affordable pricing. So when you purchase a Sigma lens, you're sure you're getting the absolute most for your money.

Technology and Innovation
Sigma was founded, nearly 50 years ago, on the creative thinking and the pursuit of innovation, design and development of a rear lens converter, which, at the time was thought not possible. That perseverance, commitment to new photographic developments and high standards of quality is what drives Sigma, still, today. The chairman and founder, who remains at Sigma's helm even today, continues to drive Sigma toward designing and discovering new optical technology that meets the needs of today's ever changing photo world and the demands of the photographers themselves.

Sigma Lens Quality
Sigma lenses provide the highest optical quality coupled with the newest technological innovations. Quality is never compromised and always the focus. Every phase of research, design, processing and production is done, on site, in the Sigma Tokyo factories. This allows the highest degree of quality control ensures a high, consistent level of quality as we process all of our own high-performance Special Low Dispersion glass (SLD), metal and resins, surface treatments and other elements.

Selection and Affordability

As the largest independent lens manufacture, Sigma offers over 50 lenses. You'd be hard pressed not to find multiple lenses to suit your needs, skill level, type of photography and most importantly, your vision. And don't forget, Sigma lenses are considerably more affordable than other manufacturers, which sweetens the deal!