Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – Overview
The Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon is a professional-grade wide-angle prime lens designed for Canon EF-mount full-frame DSLR cameras. As part of Sigma's acclaimed Art Series, it features a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, exceptional sharpness, and advanced optical engineering that makes it ideal for landscapes, astrophotography, architecture, environmental portraits, weddings, street photography, and professional videography. Its sophisticated optical design minimizes distortion, flare, and chromatic aberration while delivering outstanding image quality.
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – Key Features
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Canon EF Mount
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Full-Frame Format Lens
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28mm Wide-Angle Prime Lens
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Bright f/1.4 Maximum Aperture
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Minimum Aperture f/16
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Sigma Art Series Lens
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Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) Autofocus
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Full-Time Manual Focus Override
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17 Elements in 12 Groups
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2 FLD Glass Elements
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3 SLD Glass Elements
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3 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 Construction
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Water and Oil-Repellent Front Coating
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Brass Bayonet Mount
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77mm Filter Thread
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Petal-Type Lens Hood Included
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon Price in Kenya
| Product | Price in Kenya |
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| Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon | KSh 76,400 – KSh 81,400 |
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
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| Product | Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Format Compatibility | Full Frame |
| Focal Length | 28mm |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle Prime |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Lens Construction | 17 Elements in 12 Groups |
| Special Elements | 2 FLD, 3 SLD, 3 Aspherical |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
| Angle of View | 75.4° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 28 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1:5.4 |
| Autofocus | Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) |
| Filter Size | 77 mm |
| Dimensions | 82.8 × 107.7 mm |
| Weight | 865 g |
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – Optical Performance
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Bright f/1.4 aperture delivers exceptional low-light performance
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Outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness across the frame
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Excellent suppression of sagittal coma flare for astrophotography
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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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Produces smooth, natural background bokeh
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Ideal for landscapes, architecture, cityscapes, portraits, and night photography.
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – Autofocus and Handling
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Fast and quiet Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus
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Full-time manual focus override
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Accurate autofocus for still photography
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Compatible with Canon Lens Aberration Correction on supported cameras
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Compatible with standard 77mm screw-in filters
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Smooth and precise manual focusing.
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – Build and Design
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Premium Sigma Art Series construction
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Durable Thermally Stable Composite body
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Dust and splash-resistant structure
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Water and oil-repellent front coating
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Solid brass bayonet mount
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Petal-type locking lens hood included
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Built for demanding professional photography.
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – Ideal Use Cases
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Astrophotography
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Landscape photography
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Architecture
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Street photography
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Wedding photography
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Environmental portraits
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Documentary photography
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Travel photography
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Professional videography
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Night photography
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – FAQs
1. Is the Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens compatible with Canon full-frame DSLR cameras?
Yes. It is designed specifically for Canon EF-mount full-frame DSLR cameras and is also compatible with Canon APS-C DSLR cameras with a cropped field of view.
2. Is this lens suitable for astrophotography?
Yes. Its bright f/1.4 aperture and excellent suppression of sagittal coma flare make it an outstanding choice for astrophotography.
3. Does the lens support autofocus?
Yes. It features Sigma's Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) for fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance.
4. What filter size does the lens use?
The lens accepts 77 mm screw-in filters.
5. Is the lens weather-resistant?
Yes. It features a dust and splash-resistant structure together with a water and oil-repellent front coating for reliable outdoor shooting.
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
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| Bright f/1.4 aperture | Large and relatively heavy |
| Outstanding image sharpness | No optical image stabilization |
| Excellent astrophotography performance | Premium price |
| Fast and quiet HSM autofocus | |
| Weather-resistant construction | |
| Premium Art Series build quality | |
| Excellent edge-to-edge image quality |
Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon – Conclusion
The Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon is a professional-grade wide-angle prime lens that combines exceptional optical performance, a bright f/1.4 aperture, and rugged Art Series construction. Whether you're photographing landscapes, architecture, weddings, environmental portraits, or the night sky, it delivers remarkable sharpness, reliable autofocus, and outstanding low-light performance, making it one of the finest 28mm prime lenses available for Canon EF DSLR photographers
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| Shop Location | Kenya |
