Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art
Announced March 26, 2024
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Reviewer Consensus
Exceptional
The Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art provides exceptional sharpness and smooth bokeh in a relatively compact form factor for its class. Although it is larger and heavier than slower primes, the lens delivers professional-grade optical performance and reliable autofocus that rivals first-party alternatives at a more competitive price point.
Weighted from 23 reviewer scores
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
- 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 $1,399 (USD)
- Focal length & aperture 50mm f/1.2
- Mount & coverage Sony E, L-Mount Full-Frame
- Stabilization None
- Close focus 40 cm (0.16x)
- Filter thread 72mm
- Weight & size 740g (1 lb 10.1 oz) · 81 x 110.8 mm (3.19 x 4.36 in)
What the Reviewers Say
All 23 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- PetaPixel 9.5/10
What a fast lens is supposed to do well, the Sigma does beautifully.
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The Sigma 50mm f1.2 DG DN Art stands out amongst an enormous range of 50s by delivering excellent performance across the board, coupled with a bright aperture packed into a surprisingly narrow, light and competitively priced body.
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This Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art has the potential to produce images you can’t get with many other lenses.
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The Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art Lens features a high utility focal length, an extremely wide aperture, impressive optical quality, great build quality, an aesthetically pleasing appearance, and a moderate price.
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I found the smaller packaging of the Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM when it was released more appealing than Sigma’s larger 50mm F1.4 DN, but they’ve done a great job of eliminating that as an advantage relative to the slightly larger Sony 50mm F1.2.
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If f/1.2 is what you really need, then of course this thing comes highly recommended.
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Some lenses gel from the start and as soon as the technical results start to unfold, it is obvious that we have here something special.
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Sigma have clearly hit another home-run with the launch of the new 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art, a compelling standard prime lens that ticks all of the boxes and more.
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Faster isn’t necessarily better but I’m very much impressed with the Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art.
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The Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art offers more background-blurring power than most other standard prime lenses and produces very sharp images, all while maintaining a manageable size and price.
- SlashGear 10/10
After a few weeks shooting with the Sigma 50mm f1.2 DG DN ART, I find myself wondering why I'd ever buy any other 50mm lens.
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Sigma's 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art lens is an excellent choice for photographers and videographers who need a high performance 50mm lens for Sony E or Leica L-mount cameras.
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The Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art is an exceptional prime lens for E-Mount and L-Mount cameras that delivers premium optical quality, fast autofocus, and professional-grade build in a compact mirrorless-friendly design.
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Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art, in the real world, I think it fair to assert for 99% of us, 99% of the time, matches or exceeds functionally, optically, and mechanically the best fast full-frame 50s in the industry.
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If you're a portrait photographer and you're looking for a fast, sharp lens that can capture amazing bokeh, has a great focal length, and great autofocusing system, I think this would be a great lens for you.
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[A] fantastic option for all E and L-mount equipped cameras.
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The introduction of the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 Art lens provides Sony and Leica L users with access to a premium standard lens at a highly competitive price point.
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If I was using this system, whether on the Leica SL system or with this Panasonic system, it would absolutely be one of the lenses that I would be greatly considering picking up.
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Amazing lens and I highly recommend it.
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I've had the pleasure of testing quite a few of the Art series primes now, and I must say the Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art stands ahead above the rest in terms of the image quality, just the overall usability. I really enjoyed testing this one.
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This is one of the best lenses I've ever used or tested, so let's talk about that.
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It’s perfect for photographers who value portability and convenience without compromising on image quality.
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If you're looking for a fast, sharp lens that has incredible bokeh, a versatile focal length with tremendous autofocus and outstanding image quality whilst being significantly cheaper than its nearest competitor, then a Sigma 50mm f/1.2 DG DN Art might just be for you.
