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product_id: 76421859
title: "16mm F/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E Mount Mirrorless Cameras (APS- C Format, Black)"
brand: "sigma"
price: "R13696"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Sigma"
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# Fast Hybrid AF for lightning-quick focus Bright f/1.4 aperture for stunning low-light shots Dust & splash-proof for rugged reliability 16mm F/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E Mount Mirrorless Cameras (APS- C Format, Black)

**Brand:** sigma
**Price:** R13696
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Elevate your vision with Sigma’s powerhouse wide-angle lens — where speed meets stunning clarity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 16mm F/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E Mount Mirrorless Cameras (APS- C Format, Black) by sigma
- **How much does it cost?** R13696 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/76421859-16mm-f-1-4-dc-dn-contemporary-lens-for-sony)

## Best For

- sigma enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sigma brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Brave the Elements:** Dust- and splash-proof design means your lens stays protected, so you never miss a shot outdoors.
- • **Versatile Wide-Angle Mastery:** 16mm focal length (24mm equivalent) offers expansive views ideal for landscapes, street photography, and cinematic videos.
- • **Unleash Creativity in Low Light:** Ultra-wide f/1.4 aperture delivers breathtaking bokeh and exceptional clarity, even in challenging lighting.
- • **Crafted with Japanese Excellence:** Premium optics and build quality rival Sigma’s Art line, elevating your photography to professional standards.
- • **Capture Every Moment with Precision:** Fast Hybrid Autofocus ensures razor-sharp focus in any scenario, perfect for dynamic content creators.

## Overview

The Sigma 16mm F/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E Mount is a compact, lightweight wide-angle prime designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Featuring a fast hybrid autofocus system, dust- and splash-proof construction, and a bright f/1.4 aperture, it delivers exceptional image quality with minimal aberrations. Crafted in Japan with premium optics, this lens is ideal for content creators and photographers seeking professional-grade performance in low-light and dynamic shooting environments.

## Description

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary is the first interchangeable lens for Sony E Mount APS - C mirrorless camera equivalent to 24mm F1.4 in terms of 35mm version (for Micro Four Thirds, 32mm F1 .4 equivalent). Mirror-less camera user is a long-awaited large aperture wide-angle lens. The interchangeable lens for the Sigma mirrorless camera has been constructed with the focal length that suppressed the basic composition of shooting under the concept of adopting a lightweight and compact package that is easy to use even for everyday use. Release 30 mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary released in 2016 as the first release of a new large diameter single focus lens series for mirrorless cameras that demonstrates high optical performance while realizing F1.4 brightness it was done. This 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary is also developed under the same concept as 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary. Adopted many special glasses in the lens configuration of 13 groups and 16 lenses. It suppresses various aberrations, realizes high resolving power from opening the aperture. Also, by adopting optical design corresponding to movie AF and stepping motor, natural focus work by autofocus is possible. It also has a simple dust and drip-proof mechanism such as sealing of the mounting part.

Review: Impressive Performance After 20 Days of Use - After using the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for 20 days, I'm thoroughly impressed with its performance. The lens delivers sharp images with beautiful background separation, even in challenging lighting conditions. Its wide f/1.4 aperture allows for excellent low-light performance, making it ideal for various shooting scenarios. Build & Handling: The lens feels solid and well-constructed, with a smooth focus ring that provides precise manual control. It's a bit larger than some other primes, but the quality justifies the size. Image Quality: Images are crisp and detailed, with minimal distortion and chromatic aberration. The lens produces pleasing bokeh, adding a professional touch to portraits and close-ups. Autofocus: Autofocus is fast, accurate, and quiet, making it suitable for both photography and videography. Overall: This lens offers exceptional value for its price point. Whether you're into landscapes, street photography, or portraits, the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens is a reliable and versatile choice.
Review: Best for content creators - If you are a content creator taking talking head videos then this is the one for you. Make no mistake this is just the best lens for content creators. The autofocus is great and quick. Functions just like it is intended and it is really a value for money product. Feels professional and well made in the hand. Even after being bulky and heavy the lens feel well gripped in the hands and canera during use. Using this in my camera setup with my sony zv e10 M2

## Features

- Fast Hybrid AF, dust- and splash-proof design
- Designed to minimize flare and ghosting
- Image quality rivalling that of our Art line lenses
- Bright prime functionality to experience photography at its best,Accessories Included: Petal Type Lens Hood (LH716-01), Rear and Front Cap
- Made in Japan with outstanding craftsmanship

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B077BWD2BB |
| Actual viewing angle | 83.2 Degrees |
| Aperture Modes | F1.4 |
| Batteries | 1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #72,596 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #56 in DSLR Camera Lenses |
| Brand | Sigma |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (5,076) |
| Date First Available | 10 November 2017 |
| External memory included | No |
| Form Factor | Mirrorless |
| Generic Name | DSLR Camera Lens |
| Has Auto Focus | Yes |
| Has Image Stabilisation | No |
| Image stabilization technology | Optical |
| Imported By | Shetala Agencies Pvt Ltd,#111 Mount View Apt,Mount Road,Guindy,Chennai-600032,India |
| Importer | Shetala Agencies Pvt Ltd,#111 Mount View Apt,Mount Road,Guindy,Chennai-600032,India |
| Includes AC Adapter | No |
| Includes Rechargeable Battery | No |
| Is there a timer? | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 22.9 x 17.8 x 17.8 Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 405 g |
| Item model number | 402965 |
| Lens type | Wide Angle |
| Manufacturer | Sigma Corporation, Japan |
| Material | Glass |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
| Media type | ProductImage |
| Min Focal Length | 16 Millimeters |
| Minimum diaphragm opening | 16 Millimeters |
| Model | 402965 |
| Model Name | F/1.4 DC DN |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Mounting Hardware | 1 Lens, Hood and,Rear cap,Front Cap, Carry case |
| Mounting Type | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E |
| Net Quantity | 4 Count |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Packer | Shetala Agencies Pvt Ltd,#111 Mount View Apt,Mount Road,Guindy,Chennai-600032,India |
| Product Dimensions | 22.86 x 17.78 x 17.78 cm; 405.4 g |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sigma
- **Camera Lens Description:** 16mm F/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens
- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony E
- **Focal Length Description:** 16 mm
- **Lens Type:** Wide Angle

## Images

![16mm F/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E Mount Mirrorless Cameras (APS- C Format, Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QTjnFZwQL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can i exchage my recently bought sigma 30mm 1.4 dcdn with this lens?**
A: yes

**Q: Sigma 16mm f1.4  is fullfrem leans/ crop leans ?**
A: Crop lens.

**Q: Does it support sony a58?**
A: No, that is A-mount. This is E-mount mirrorless cameras only.

**Q: does it has auto focus?**
A: Yes booo.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Impressive Performance After 20 Days of Use
*by K***R on 24 May 2025*

After using the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for 20 days, I'm thoroughly impressed with its performance. The lens delivers sharp images with beautiful background separation, even in challenging lighting conditions. Its wide f/1.4 aperture allows for excellent low-light performance, making it ideal for various shooting scenarios. Build & Handling: The lens feels solid and well-constructed, with a smooth focus ring that provides precise manual control. It's a bit larger than some other primes, but the quality justifies the size. Image Quality: Images are crisp and detailed, with minimal distortion and chromatic aberration. The lens produces pleasing bokeh, adding a professional touch to portraits and close-ups. Autofocus: Autofocus is fast, accurate, and quiet, making it suitable for both photography and videography. Overall: This lens offers exceptional value for its price point. Whether you're into landscapes, street photography, or portraits, the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens is a reliable and versatile choice.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best for content creators
*by A***Y on 20 May 2025*

If you are a content creator taking talking head videos then this is the one for you. Make no mistake this is just the best lens for content creators. The autofocus is great and quick. Functions just like it is intended and it is really a value for money product. Feels professional and well made in the hand. Even after being bulky and heavy the lens feel well gripped in the hands and canera during use. Using this in my camera setup with my sony zv e10 M2

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Best Landscape and Low Light Lens for Sony Mirrorless Cameras
*by A***R on 26 July 2019*

Well, I wanted to purchase this lens for my Sony Alpha a5100 since a very long time and finally, when I bought it, there was no end to my happiness. As there are numerous reviews on Youtube and other tech websites where it is always mentioned this is one of the sharpest and clear lenses for Sony mirrorless systems. The same was experienced hands-on. Believe me, the output images are extremely sharp corner to corner and centre to corner. The colour reproduction is also very beautiful. The image quality is leagues ahead of the stock lens. The stock lens is still a better option for shooting videos. Sony's OSS is really helpful there. For capturing images, Sigma 16mm F1.4 is unmatched my any other lens in this as well as even higher price range. For low light photography, this lens is the real monster. I took it for a spin for some night shots and my mind was blown away by seeing how much light is being captured by this lens even during the night. The aperture of F1.4 is really useful. The images were crisp, full of dynamic ranges without any noticeable noise whatsoever. Another thing to notice is the amount of foreground and background depth of field this lens is capable to produce. The subjects stand out distinctly and that brings another dimension to the image. Coming to the autofocus capability, the lens focuses very fast, comparable to Sony's own lens. AF-C and DMF work very well too. I did not face any delays or issues while focusing on a subject. Actually, 3 out of around 200 photos were out of focus, and all these 3 photos were of my pet who never stops running around. The lens can also be used as a portrait lens. I have taken a few portraits and they were decent enough with a good background defocussed and good bokeh. Also to mention, the lens produces buttery smooth bokeh. The bokeh is not as large as the ones produced the Sigma 56mm F1.4 lens but still considering this as a wide-angle lens the bokeh is beautiful. Coming to the construction of the lens, it is a very well built. It feels solid with a pristine fit and finish. The focus ring is buttery smooth and a pleasure to use. The lens is on the heavier side (~450 grams) which is a little bit of a concern if you are using a small camera body like Alpha a5100. For a6000 and higher, it might not be that much of a concern. But the weight can be ignored considering the superior quality of the image that this lens produces. Overall I am extremely happy with the product. This is my second Sigma lens and they really proved how consistent they are when it comes to the quality of the image produced and the pristine built. The only disappointment that I had is on how Amazon delivers its product nowadays. They delivered this lens in an ordinary plastic cover without any bubble wrap protections. These lenses are heavy and fragile material and need to be delivered with the utmost care. But as expected by any Indian delivery agent, he dropped the package somewhere and dented one corner of the manufacturer carton box. I am not sure would it cause any damage to the lens itself which had another level of protection inside the carton box. My lens is performing well but still, I am unhappy with the delivery of the product. I am always sceptic if the lens has suffered any unnoticeable internal damage. Amazon should really look into their delivery department now and provide proper training to the delivery partners. Also, I will request Amazon to deliver expensive/fragile items by properly protecting them inside a carton box. I have removed one star because of unsatisfactory delivery.

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