The Sigma 15mm F2.8 EX DG Diagonal fisheye lens is announced today. This new Sigma 15mm fisheye lens has been digitally optimised to reduce flare and ghosting. The angle of view offered by the Sigma 15mm F2.8 EX DG Diagonal is 180 degrees, minimum aperture is f/22 and weight is 370 grams. Price is £449.99 - availability to be announced.

Sigma Press Release

Digitally optimized circular fisheye auto-focus lens - 15mm F2.8 EX DG DIAGONAL FISHEYE

2005.10.07 - The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the new 15mm F2.8 EX DG DIAGONAL FISHEYE lens.

This digitally optimized diagonal fisheye lens is equipped with a new multi-layer coating technology that reduces both flare and ghosting. This also ensures an accurate color balance and high definition results.

With a minimum shooting distance of only 15cm (5.9 inch), this lens has a maximum magnification of 1:3.8. The close focusing capability together with a large depth of field allow close up photography that covers objects surrounding the photographic subject.

This lens is supplied with a gelatin filter holder at the rear, and a fitted padded case.

15mm F2.8 EX DG DIAGONAL FISHEYE FEATURES

  * New multi-layer lens coating and lens design reduce flare and ghosting
  * High definition for film and digital SLR camera
  * Minimum Shooting Distance of 15cm (5.9in.)
  * Equipped with rear-filter mechanism

THE SPECIFICATIONS

Focal Length :15mm
Minimum Aperture :F22
Lens Construction :7 Elements in 6 Groups
Angle of View :180 degree
Number of Diaphragm Blades :7pcs
Minimum Focusing Distance :15cm (5.9”)
Maximum Magnification :1:3.8
Filter Size :Rear (Gelatin filter)
Lens Hood :Fixed Petal-type (Built-in)
Dimensions :Diameter 73.5mm (2.8in) x Length 65mm (2.5in)
Weight :370gr/13 oz

* The appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.