Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – Overview
The Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF is a professional-grade standard prime lens designed for Canon EF-mount full-frame DSLR cameras. As part of Sigma's renowned Art series, it delivers exceptional image quality, a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, and outstanding optical performance. The versatile 50mm focal length closely matches the natural human field of view, making it ideal for portraits, weddings, street photography, documentary work, travel, and professional video production. Featuring advanced optics, a Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) autofocus system, and premium construction, this lens provides remarkable sharpness, smooth background bokeh, and excellent low-light performance.
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – Key Features
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Canon EF Mount Compatibility
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Full-Frame DSLR Format
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50mm Standard 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
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Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) Autofocus
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13 Elements in 8 Groups
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3 Special Low Dispersion (SLD) Elements
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1 Molded Glass Aspherical Element
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Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
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Super Multi-Layer Coating
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Large Precision-Molded Glass Element
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Manual Focus Override
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Brass Bayonet Mount
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77mm Filter Thread
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Petal Lens Hood Included
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Lens Case Included
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF Price in Kenya
| Product | Price in Kenya |
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| Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF | KSh 99,400 – KSh 104,400 |
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Camera Format | Full-Frame DSLR |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Lens Type | Standard Prime |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Lens Construction | 13 Elements in 8 Groups |
| Special Elements | 3 SLD + 1 Aspherical Element |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
| Angle of View | 46.8° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 40 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1:5.6 |
| Autofocus | Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) |
| Filter Size | 77 mm |
| Dimensions | 85.4 × 99.9 mm |
| Weight | 815 g |
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – Optical Performance
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Bright f/1.4 aperture delivers exceptional low-light performance.
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Outstanding sharpness across the entire image frame.
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Produces smooth and attractive background bokeh.
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Three SLD elements minimize chromatic aberration.
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Aspherical element reduces distortion and improves edge sharpness.
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Super Multi-Layer Coating minimizes flare and ghosting.
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Excellent colour accuracy and contrast.
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Ideal for photography and professional video production.
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – Autofocus and Handling
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Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) delivers fast and quiet autofocus.
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Full-time manual focus override for precise focusing.
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Smooth autofocus performance for still photography.
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Large focus ring provides excellent manual control.
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Well-balanced on Canon full-frame DSLR cameras.
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Designed for demanding professional use.
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – Build and Design
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Premium Art Series construction.
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Durable Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) body.
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Brass bayonet mount for enhanced durability.
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Precision-engineered optical design.
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Includes petal-type lens hood.
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Includes protective carrying case.
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Professional finish built for long-term reliability.
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – Ideal Use Cases
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Portrait photography
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Wedding photography
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Street photography
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Documentary photography
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Travel photography
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Product photography
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Food photography
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Commercial photography
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Content creation
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Professional video production
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – FAQs
1. Is this lens compatible with Canon EF cameras?
Yes. It is designed for Canon EF-mount full-frame DSLR cameras and can also be used on Canon APS-C DSLR cameras with an effective focal length of approximately 80mm.
2. Does this lens support autofocus?
Yes. It features Sigma's Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) autofocus system for fast, accurate, and quiet focusing.
3. What filter size does the lens use?
The lens accepts 77mm screw-in filters.
4. Is this lens suitable for portrait photography?
Yes. The classic 50mm focal length and bright f/1.4 aperture make it an excellent choice for portraits with beautiful background blur.
5. Does the lens include a lens hood?
Yes. A dedicated petal lens hood is included with the lens.
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
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| Exceptional image sharpness | Large and relatively heavy |
| Bright f/1.4 aperture | No optical image stabilization |
| Fast and quiet HSM autofocus | Premium price |
| Beautiful background bokeh | |
| Professional Art Series optics | |
| Durable premium construction | |
| Excellent low-light performance |
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF – Conclusion
The Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF is a professional standard prime lens that combines exceptional optical quality, a bright f/1.4 aperture, premium Art Series construction, and reliable autofocus performance. Whether you're capturing portraits, weddings, travel scenes, or commercial projects, this lens consistently delivers outstanding image quality, making it one of the best standard prime lenses available for Canon EF DSLR photographers.
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| Shop Location | Kenya |
