Sigma Announces 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM - Large Aperture Prime LensSigma today has announced the introduction of a new large aperture 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM standard lens. This large aperture lens with a standard focal length of 50mm is idea for digital cameras and is compatible with all sensor sizes, from APS-C to full frame. This lens effectively becomes an 80mm medium telephoto lens on digital cameras with APS-C size image sensors. The lens has a minimum focusing distance of 17.7" and a magnification of 1:7.4, a full-time manual focus override, and a HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor), which ensures a quiet and high-speed AF. Price and availability have not yet been announced.
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