Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – Overview
The Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) is a premium wide-angle prime lens designed specifically for FUJIFILM X-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras. Delivering a 35mm full-frame equivalent focal length and a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, it is ideal for street photography, travel, landscapes, environmental portraits, documentary photography, and video production. As part of Sigma's Contemporary series, this lens combines outstanding optical performance, fast autofocus, and a compact, lightweight design, making it an excellent everyday lens for Fujifilm photographers.
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – Key Features
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FUJIFILM X Mount
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APS-C Format Lens
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23mm Wide-Angle Prime Lens
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35mm Full-Frame Equivalent Focal Length
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Bright f/1.4 Maximum Aperture
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Minimum Aperture f/16
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Stepping Motor Autofocus
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Internal Focusing System
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13 Elements in 10 Groups
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3 SLD Elements
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2 Aspherical Elements
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Super Multi-Layer Coating
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Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
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Dust and Splash-Resistant Mount
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52mm Filter Thread
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Compact Contemporary Series Design
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Optimized for Photography and Video
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) Price in Kenya
| Product | Price in Kenya |
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| Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) | KSh 57,400 – KSh 62,400 |
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
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| Product | Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens |
| Lens Mount | FUJIFILM X |
| Format Compatibility | APS-C |
| Focal Length | 23mm |
| Full-Frame Equivalent | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Lens Construction | 13 Elements in 10 Groups |
| Special Elements | 3 SLD Elements, 2 Aspherical Elements |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
| Angle of View | 63.4° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 25 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1:7.3 |
| Autofocus | Stepping Motor |
| Filter Size | 52 mm |
| Dimensions | Approx. 65.8 × 76.9 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 330 g |
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – Optical Performance
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Bright f/1.4 aperture delivers excellent low-light performance
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Natural 35mm equivalent field of view for everyday photography
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Outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness
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Advanced optical design minimizes chromatic aberration and distortion
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Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting
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Rounded diaphragm produces smooth, attractive bokeh
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Excellent for street, travel, portraits, landscapes, and video production
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – Autofocus and Handling
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Fast and quiet stepping motor autofocus
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Smooth autofocus performance for video recording
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Internal focusing system for consistent handling
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Responsive manual focus operation
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Compact and lightweight for daily use
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Compatible with standard 52mm screw-in filters
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – Build and Design
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Premium Sigma Contemporary Series construction
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Dust and splash-resistant mount
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Durable lightweight body
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Rounded 9-blade diaphragm for beautiful background blur
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Includes a petal-type lens hood
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Designed for everyday photography and professional content creation
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – Ideal Use Cases
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Street photography
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Travel photography
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Landscape photography
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Environmental portraits
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Documentary photography
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Everyday photography
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Vlogging
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Video production
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Lifestyle photography
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Content creation
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – FAQs
1. Is the Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens compatible with all FUJIFILM X-mount cameras?
Yes. It is designed for FUJIFILM X-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras, including the X-T, X-S, X-E, X-Pro, and X-H series.
2. What is the full-frame equivalent focal length?
The 23mm focal length provides an angle of view equivalent to 35mm on a full-frame camera.
3. Does the lens support autofocus?
Yes. It features a fast and quiet stepping motor autofocus system for both photography and video.
4. What filter size does the lens use?
The lens accepts 52 mm filters.
5. Is this lens suitable for low-light photography?
Yes. The bright f/1.4 aperture provides excellent low-light performance while creating beautiful background blur.
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
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| Bright f/1.4 aperture | APS-C format only |
| Excellent image sharpness | No optical image stabilization |
| Fast and quiet autofocus | Fixed focal length |
| Compact and lightweight | |
| Dust and splash-resistant mount | |
| Excellent low-light performance | |
| Supports 52mm filters |
Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) – Conclusion
The Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (FUJIFILM X) is an exceptional everyday prime lens that delivers outstanding sharpness, excellent low-light performance, and a versatile 35mm equivalent focal length. Its compact design, reliable autofocus, and premium optical quality make it an excellent choice for street photography, travel, portraits, landscapes, and professional video creation, making it one of the best wide-angle prime lenses available for FUJIFILM X-mount cameras.
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| Shop Location | Kenya |
