Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC HSM Art lens - Nikon F Mount

Roll over image to zoom in Click on image to zoom

Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC HSM Art lens - Nikon F Mount

Name: Sigma 30mm f1.4 DC HSM Art lens - Nikon F Mount
Brand: Sigma
SKU: 085126301552
Price: 319.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

SigmaSKU: 085126301552

Price:

£319.00 £399.00

All of our products are eligible for Free Delivery on Orders over £50.
Order before 3pm for same day dispatch

Stock:

In stock (1 unit), ready to be shipped

Quantity:

iFrame

Pickup available at Carmarthen Camera Centre Ltd

Usually ready in 1 hour

Share this product

Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art Lens – Nikon F (DX Format)

Exceptional Optical Performance in a Compact Prime Lens

The Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art Lens is a versatile, high-performance prime lens, designed for DX-format Nikon F-mount cameras. Offering a 45mm equivalent focal length, this lens delivers stunning sharpness, exceptional low-light capabilities, and beautiful bokeh, making it perfect for portraits, street photography, and creative compositions.

Key Features & Benefits

APS-C Format – 45mm Equivalent Focal Length
- Ideal for natural perspective photography, closely mimicking the human eye.
Bright f/1.4 Maximum Aperture
- Superb low-light performance, allowing for fast shutter speeds in dim conditions.
- Shallow depth of field control for stunning subject isolation and smooth background blur.
Advanced Optical Design for Maximum Sharpness
- One aspherical element minimises distortion and spherical aberrations, ensuring accurate rendering and edge-to-edge sharpness.
- Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces ghosting and flare, maintaining contrast and colour accuracy even in bright or backlit conditions.
Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) Autofocus System
- Fast, quiet, and precise AF performance, ideal for both photography and video.
- Full-time manual focus override allows instant fine-tuning without switching modes.
Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm for Smooth Bokeh
- Produces a soft, natural blur, perfect for portraits and artistic compositions.
Robust & Durable Construction
- Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material ensures consistent performance in varying temperatures.
- Brass bayonet mount enhances rigidity and durability for long-term reliability.
Compatible with Sigma USB Dock
- Fine-tune focus settings and lens characteristics for custom performance.
- Update firmware to maintain optimal functionality.

Specifications

Mount: Nikon F (DX)
Format: APS-C
Equivalent Focal Length: 45mm
Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16
Optical Design: 9 elements in 8 groups (1 aspherical element)
Coating: Super Multi-Layer Coating
Focus System: Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) with rear focusing
Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.3m (11.8 inches)
Diaphragm Blades: 9, rounded
Filter Size: 62mm
Weight: Approx. 435g
Construction: Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) with brass bayonet mount

Perfect for Portraits, Street Photography & Creative Imaging

With its outstanding optical quality, fast f/1.4 aperture, and high-end Art series design, the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art Lens is a must-have for DX-format photographers seeking exceptional image quality and creative versatility.

Capture every moment with precision – get the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Art Lens today!

Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.

Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.