Sigma officially announced the new 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary mirrorless lens for Sony E-mount. The release date and price are TBD. The lens hood will be an accessory that must be purchased separately (LH716-01). Sigma is also planning to release another middle telephoto lens for Sony E-mount in the future:
Press release:
Development of SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
The SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the development of a new high-performance, large-diameter wide-angle lens, SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary.
This is the world’s first interchangeable lens for mirrorless Sony E-mount cameras in the APS-C format to offer a 24mm focal length (35mm equivalent) and F1.4 brightness. This is the large-diameter wide-angle lens for which mirrorless camera users have been waiting.
With an optical system that rivals that of interchangeable lenses for full-size SLRs, the lens features a wide variety of high-tech optical elements. SIGMA has crafted a lens that leverages optical aberration minimization via the in-camera digital correction. This lens effectively minimizes optical aberrations and offers superb resolution at wide-open aperture and throughout the aperture range. The optical design and stepping motor deliver smooth autofocus during video shooting, while the mount features special sealing creating a dust- and splash-proof design.
Additional information can be found here.
via photorumors
