The Sigma 8-16mm f4-5.6 DC HSM is a new ultra wide-angle zoom lens for DSLRs with APS-C size sensors. This lens has an equivalent angle of view of a 12-24mm lens, producing striking images with exaggerated perspective. Four FLD (“F” Low Dispersion) glass elements, which have the performance equal to fluorite glass, compensate for colour aberration. The Sigma 8-16mm has a minimum focusing distance of 24cm throughout the entire zoom range.

Sigma Press Release

Ultra wide-angle zoom lens for digital SLR cameras

- Ultra wide-angle zoom range with a 121.2° angle of view
- FLD, Hybrid Aspherical and Glass Mold lens elements
- Equipped with HSM ensuring quiet and high speed AF
- Super Multi Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting
- Minimum focusing distance of 24cm throughout the zoom range

The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new Sigma 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM.

This is the first ultra wide zoom lens with a minimum focal length of 8mm, designed specifically for APS-C size image sensors. This lens has an equivalent angle of view of a 12-24mm lens when used on digital cameras with an APS-C size image sensor.  The wide-angle of view from 121.2 degrees* produces striking images with exaggerated perspective, enabling photographers to emphasize the subject. 

Four FLD (“F” Low Dispersion) glass elements, which have the performance equal to fluorite glass, compensate for colour aberration. One hybrid aspherical lens and two glass mold elements give excellent correction for distortion and astigmatism. Incorporating an inner focusing system, the lens produces high definition images throughout the entire zoom range. The Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting while superior peripheral brightness ensures high contrast images throughout the entire zoom range. 

This lens incorporates HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor), ensuring quiet and high speed AF as well as full-time manual focus capability. It has a minimum focusing distance of 24cm throughout the entire zoom range which allows photographers to emphasise the subject by creating exaggerated perspectives. This lens has a compact construction with an overall length of 105.7mm and a maximum diameter of 75mm.

*The angle of view varies depending on which camera the lens is mounted on.

THE SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum Aperture F22 Minimum Focusing Distance 24cm
Lens Construction 15 Elements in 11 Groups Maximum Magnification 1:7.8
Angle of View 114.5°- 75.7° Filter Size 82mm
No. of Diaphragm Blades 7 pcs Lens Hood Petal-type
Weight 545g SRP TBA
Dimensions Diameter 75mm x Length 105.7mm
Available Fittings Sigma AF, Nikon AF, Canon AF, Pentax AF, Sony AF

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