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Certified Keeper Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art
93 PixelMeter Score 23 reviews

Pros Pros
  • Beautiful, smooth bokeh rendering
  • Robust build quality with weather sealing and extensive controls
  • Fast, quiet, and reliable autofocus performance
  • Outstanding image sharpness and resolution even at f/1.2
  • Compact and lightweight design relative to other f/1.2 lenses
Cons Cons
  • Significant size and weight compared to slower prime lenses
  • Presence of chromatic aberration and color fringing
  • Lack of full compatibility with proprietary camera features like fastest burst rates
  • Visible focus breathing
  • Strong vignetting when shooting wide open

Launch price Launch price $1,399
Focal length & aperture Focal length & aperture 50mm f/1.2
Mount & coverage Mount & coverage Sony E, L-Mount · Full-Frame
Stabilization Stabilization None
Close focus Close focus 40 cm (0.16x)
Filter thread Filter thread 72mm
Weight & size Weight & size 740g (1 lb 10.1 oz) · 81 x 110.8 mm (3.19 x 4.36 in)

Announcement date Announcement date March 26, 2024
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $1,399
Lens mount Lens mount Sony E, L-Mount
Image circle coverage Image circle coverage Full-Frame
Lens type Lens type Prime
Lens line / series Lens line / series Art

Elements Elements 17
Groups Groups 12

Focal length (wide) Focal length (wide) 50mm
Max aperture Max aperture f/1.2
Minimum aperture Minimum aperture f/16
Diaphragm blades Diaphragm blades 13

Diagonal angle of view Diagonal angle of view 46.8°

Minimum focus distance Minimum focus distance 40 cm
Maximum magnification Maximum magnification 0.16x
Focus mechanism Focus mechanism Internal focus

Optical stabilization (OIS) Optical stabilization (OIS) No

Weight Weight 740g (1 lb 10.1 oz)
Maximum diameter Maximum diameter 81mm (3.19 in)
Length Length 110.8mm (4.36 in)
Filter thread Filter thread 72mm
Weather sealing Weather sealing None