Sigma announced a new 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art lens for Nikon F mount (for APS-C/DX DSLR cameras). The US price is $1,099 (available for pre-order at B&H and Adorama).
Lens features:
- 75-150mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16
- One SLD and Three FLD Elements
- One High-Refractive Index Element
- Super Multi-Layer Coating
- Hyper Sonic AF Motor
- Internal Zoom and Focus; MF Override
- Fluorine-Coated Polycarbonate Diaphragm
- Tripod Collar
The official press release can be found here.
Technical specifications:
| Lens Construction | 21 Elements in 15 Groups |
| Angle of View | 31.7-16.2º |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
| Mininum Aperture | f16 |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 37.4 in |
| Filter Size (mm) | 82mm |
| Maximum Magnifications | 1: 6.7 |
| Dimensions (Diameter x Length) |
3.7×6.7 in |
| Weight | 52.6 oz |
