Sigma 56mm f/1.4 Contemporary DC DN

When it comes to alternatives to "native" optics, this is where the products of the Japanese brand Sigma enter the arena. Owners of cameras of the Micro 4/3 system will have to fit the inexpensive portrait lens Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary from the category of lenses for everyone.

Fast optics

Taking into account the crop factor of two Micro 4/3 mirrorless cameras, the lens shoots at an equivalent focal length of 112mm. In the version for the "six thousandth" line of Sony mirrorless cameras, it is almost a standard portrait lens — 84 mm. Another important "passport" figure describes the maximum aperture of the f / 1.4 lens. Fully open aperture works quite well — Sigma 56mm f / 1.4 DC DN Contemporary draws a sharp picture in the centre of the frame with slightly noticeable vignetting. The image becomes razor-sharp if you cover up to about f / 4.

Minimalism

The lens is assembled in a compact (67x60 mm) and lightweight body (280 g) in the style of "minimalism". The only moving element on its "body" is a wide manual focus ring. This is in case the operation of the automatic focus system needs to be corrected. The model lacks only a built-in stabilizer. However, with an eye on the price tag and the unhurried manner of taking pictures on the lens, you can completely do without a stub.

nice bokeh

A 9-blade diaphragm has been introduced into the design of the portrait lens, which ensures the rendering of smoothed highlights in the blur zone. As a result, the lens draws pleasing bokeh. The icing on the cake is the model's tidbit price tag, thanks to which it has no competitors at least close in aperture ratio and focal length.