Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art Lens for Canon EF

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Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 Art Lens: Unmatched Clarity and Versatility

Overview:

The Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art Lens stands out as a premium choice for Canon EF-mount APS-C camera users, offering an extraordinary blend of speed, sharpness, and durability. Its constant f/1.8 aperture, a rarity in zoom lenses, provides exceptional low-light capabilities and exquisite bokeh, making it ideal for portrait, wedding, and event photography. The lens's optical excellence is evident in its edge-to-edge sharpness, rivaling prime lenses, thanks to its advanced glass elements. Built to last, its robust metal construction and weather sealing promise reliability in various shooting conditions. Additionally, the Hyper Sonic Motor ensures fast and quiet autofocus, essential for both stills and video. Covering a versatile telephoto range, this lens is not just a tool but an asset for photographers demanding top-notch performance and artistic flexibility.

More Details:

• Unmatched Aperture Speed: The lens boasts a constant f/1.8 aperture, the fastest in its class, enabling superior low-light performance and beautiful bokeh.
• Peerless Sharpness: Renowned for its edge-to-edge sharpness, the lens competes with prime lenses, thanks to its high-quality glass and advanced optical design.
• Durable Construction: Crafted with a robust metal build and weather sealing, it ensures reliability and longevity in various shooting conditions.
• Advanced Autofocus: Equipped with a Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM), it offers fast, quiet, and precise autofocus, suitable for both photography and videography.
• Versatile Telephoto Range: Covering a popular telephoto range, it's perfect for portraits, weddings, and events, offering creative flexibility.
• Artistic Bokeh: The 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates smooth and pleasing bokeh, enhancing subject separation and adding an artistic touch.

• FLD glass, SLD glass, and high-refractive index, high-dispersion glass help minimize aberrations - To help minimize axial and transverse chromatic aberration, this lens features an optimal arrangement of three FLD (“F” Low Dispersion) glass elements, one SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass element, three high-refractive index SLD glass elements, and one high-refractive index, high-dispersion glass element. By including one or more low-dispersion elements in every element group, this lens ensures outstanding image quality throughout the zoom and focal range.
• Hyper Sonic Motor - To achieve outstanding image quality and F1.8 brightness, SIGMA has enhanced its Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM). As with the previous SIGMA HSM, at any time during AF, users may access MF simply by rotating the focus ring. This feature makes faster focus adjustment possible since there is no need to use the AF/MF focus mode switch. Also, the optional SIGMA USB DOCK allows the user to set the lens to a conventional full-time manual focus override.
• Diaphragm unit designed for smooth operation - The diameter of the diaphragm is the second-largest in the SIGMA lens lineup after that of the SIGMA 200-500mm F2.8 /400-1000mm F5.6 EX DG, necessitating smoother and quicker operation than ever before. To achieve this goal, the diaphragm blades feature Carbon Feather film, and the diaphragm unit features a new polycarbonate made with fluorine. 
• Designed to minimize flare and ghosting - SIGMA’s Super Multi-Layer Coating helps further reduce flare and ghosting and provides sharp, high-contrast images even in backlit conditions.

• Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art Lens for Canon EF
• Sigma Lens Cap
• Sigma Rear Lens Cap
• Sigma Lens Hood
• Sigma Lens Case
• Limited 1-Year Warranty
• Limited 3-Year U.S.A. Warranty Extension

FAQs about Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art Lens

Is this lens compatible with full-frame cameras?

No, the Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art Lens is designed specifically for APS-C format cameras and is not compatible with full-frame cameras.

What type of photography is this lens best suited for?

This lens is ideal for portrait, wedding, and event photography, thanks to its versatile telephoto range and large aperture.

Does the lens support autofocus with video recording?

Yes, the Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) in the lens provides fast, quiet, and smooth autofocus, which is beneficial for video recording.

How does the constant f/1.8 aperture benefit photographers?

A constant f/1.8 aperture allows for consistent exposure settings throughout the zoom range and excels in low light conditions, offering more control over depth of field.

Is the lens weather-sealed?

Yes, the lens features a durable construction with dust- and splash-proof capabilities, making it reliable in challenging weather conditions.

Can I use this lens with mirrorless cameras?

Yes, it can be used with mirrorless cameras equipped with a Canon EF mount adapter.

Does the lens come with any accessories?

Yes, it includes a lens hood, lens cap, rear cap, and a carrying case.

Is there a warranty for this lens?

Warranty terms vary by region, so it's recommended to check with the local Sigma distributor for specific warranty information.