SIGMA’S DYNAMIC MIRRORLESS DUO

The third party lens specialist has kicked off activity for 2023 with a pair of new optics. The Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports is described as the world’s first full frame 10x ultra telephoto zoom for mirrorless cameras. Available in both L-Mount and Sony E-mount, it claims a host of new features including a new AF motor to deliver a very quiet and fast performance, plus improved Optical Stabiliser said to offer up to a 7-stop advantage if shooting handheld. Construction comprises 27 elements in 19 groups, with a minimum focusing distance of 45cm at the wide end. Available now, SRP is £1999.99, with Sigma suggesting its intended audience is professional sports, wildlife, motor sport, aviation photographers and filmmakers. The same L-Mount and Sony E-mount cameras get a new standard prime lens too in the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art , which it claims has been completely redesigned for mirrorless cameras. Described as small and light with an ultra fast AF motor and an aperture ring, the lens is likewise available as you read this, at £849.99 SRP. Sigma’s suggested uses include