Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E

Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E

Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E-Mount (Full-Frame) is a high-performance ultra-wide zoom lens engineered for photographers and videographers who demand exceptional sharpness, portability, and professional-grade optical quality. Designed for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, this lens delivers a versatile 16–28mm focal range with a constant bright f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom, making it ideal for landscapes, architecture, travel, astrophotography, and video production. Its advanced optical construction includes five FLD elements and four aspherical elements to minimize chromatic aberrations, distortion, and color fringing, ensuring crisp, high-contrast imagery with outstanding clarity. The lens features Super Multi-Layer and Nano Porous Coatings to significantly reduce flare and ghosting, even in challenging backlit environments. With a compact, internal zoom and focus design, the lens maintains a consistent size and balance throughout operation, making it perfect for handheld shooting, gimbal use, and hybrid photo-video workflows. Weather-sealed construction, a durable brass bayonet mount, and a smooth 9-blade rounded diaphragm further enhance reliability, build quality, and beautiful background separation. Lightweight yet powerful, the Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary is a professional ultra-wide zoom built for creators who need performance without compromise.

Key Features:

• Ultra-Wide 16–28mm Full-Frame Zoom Range – Ideal for landscapes, architecture, interiors, travel, and cinematic video, offering dynamic wide-angle versatility in a compact form.
• Constant f/2.8 Bright Aperture – Delivers consistent exposure across the entire zoom range, enabling superior low-light performance and shallow depth-of-field control.
• Advanced Optical Design (16 Elements in 11 Groups) – Includes five FLD and four aspherical elements to reduce distortion, chromatic aberration, and ensure edge-to-edge sharpness.
• Super Multi-Layer & Nano Porous Coatings – Minimizes flare and ghosting while enhancing contrast, color accuracy, and clarity in strong or direct lighting conditions.
• Compact Internal Zoom & Focus Mechanism – Maintains a constant lens length and balance during zooming, improving handling for handheld, gimbal, and video shooting.
• Professional Video-Friendly Design – Nearly no balance shift during zooming, making it highly suitable for cinematic filming and run-and-gun production work.
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm – Produces smooth, natural-looking bokeh and pleasing background separation for creative depth effects.
• Fast, Quiet Autofocus Motor – Stepping motor delivers quick, precise, and near-silent focusing, ideal for both photography and video recording.
• Full-Time Manual Focus Override – Allows instant manual focus adjustments for greater creative control during shooting.
• Weather-Sealed Construction – Built to withstand dust and moisture, ensuring reliable performance in outdoor and challenging environments.
• Lightweight 450g Design – Highly portable for travel and field work without sacrificing professional optical performance.
• 72mm Standard Filter Thread – Compatible with widely available screw-in filters for ND, polarizing, and creative effects.
• Close Focusing Capability (25cm) – Enables dynamic wide-angle close-up shots with enhanced perspective and depth.
• Strong Build with Brass Mount – Increases durability, mounting precision, and long-term reliability for professional use.
• Optimized for Sony E-Mount Full-Frame Cameras – Seamless integration with Sony mirrorless systems for maximum performance and compatibility.