Sigma has announced the launch of its first ultra telephoto lens specifically for full-frame mirrorless cameras, as well as a pair of teleconverters, a new USB dock and a new mount options for three of its prime Contemporary lenses.
100–400mm F5–6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary
While this new lens might look similar to its previous 100-400mm lens, the 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary has been designed ‘from the ground up for mirrorless camera systems.` Specifically, the lens will be available in Sony E-mount and L-mount.
It`s designed to cover fulll-frame image sensors and is constructed of 22 elements in 16 groups including one low dispersion element (FLD) and four special low dispersion (SLD) elements. It uses a stepping motor for autofocus, has a nine-blade aperture diaphragm, a minimum aperture range of F22–29 and a 67mm front filter thread. At 100mm it has a minimum focusing distance of 112cm (44”) and at 400mm it has a minimum focusing distance of 160cm (63”). The lens measures in at 86mm (3.4”) diameter, 197mm (7.8”) long and weighs 1,135g (40oz).
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The Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary is currently available to pre-order for Sony E-mount (Adorama, B&H) and L-mount (Adorama, B&H) for $950. The first units should start shipping on July 10.
Sigma Teleconverter TC-1411 and TC-2011
In addition to its mirrorless ultra-zoom, Sigma has also announced two new L-mount teleconverters: the TC-1411 (1.4x) and the TC-2011 (2x). Sigma says these two teleconverters are ‘Designed to complement Sigma`s renowned optical formulas` and feature a dust- and splash-proof design ‘comparable to that of the Sigma Sports line lenses.`
The TC-1411 (1.4x) and TC-2011 (2x) are currently available t ...
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