Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary vs

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Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C

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Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C vs Comparison Overview

Here we are comparing two lenses with different focal types: Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C is a Standard Prime lens with a 45mm focal range and a max aperture of F2.8 whereas is a lens with a mm focal range and max aperture of .

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C Key Specs

45mm Focal Range

F2.8 Max Aperture

Weather Sealed

Filter Thread: 55mm

Max Format: 35mm FF

Leica L Mount

Weight: 215g.

Diameter: 64mm

Length: 46mm

Min Focus Distance:0.24m

Max Magnification:0.25x

Key Specs

mm Focal Range

Max Aperture

Mount

Diameter: mm

Length: mm

Size and Weight Comparison

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods.

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C has the Leica L lens mount whereas the has the lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Panasonic S5 II, Panasonic S5 II X and Sigma fp L for the Leica L Mount and , and for the Mount.

Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C is also available in Sony E mount.

Focal Range

Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 45mm.

Reasons to choose Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary over

Focal Length - Tele	45mm vs mm	45mm more Tele coverage
Optical Zoom	1.00x vs 0.00x	More flexible focal coverage
Diaphgragm Blades	7 vs	Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Autofocus	Yes vs No	Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Aperture Ring	Yes vs No	able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Weather Sealing	Yes vs No	safer to use under rain and dust
Max Magnification	0.25x vs x	higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose over Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary

Focal Length - Wide	mm vs 45mm	45mm Wider coverage
Max Aperture - Wide	vs 2.8	Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele	vs 2.8	Wider aperture at tele end
Max Sensor Coverage	vs 35mm FF	covers larger sensors
Weight	g vs 215g	215g lighter
Diameter	mm vs 64mm	64mm smaller in diameter
Length	mm vs 46mm	46mm shorter
Minimum Focus Distance	m vs 0.24m	can focus closer to the subject

Common Strengths of Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary and

Autofocus	Yes vs Yes	Easier, faster and more accurate focusing

Common Weaknesses of Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary and

Image Stabilization	No vs No	Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization

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Sigma 45mm F2.8 DG DN C vs Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General
Brand	Sigma
Lens Type	Prime
Price	CHECK PRICE	CHECK PRICE
Lens Type	Standard Prime
Lens Mount	Leica L
Max Format	35mm FF
Focal Range	45mm	mm
Image Stabilization
Colour	Unknown	Unknown
Zoom Method	No Zoom	No Zoom
Power Zoom	No	No
Zoom Lock	No	No
Zoom Ratio	1.0X	-
Aperture
Max Aperture	F2.8
Min Aperture	F22
Aperture Ring	Yes	unknown
Diaphragm Blades	7	unknown
Optics
Optical Elements	8	unknown
Optical Groups	7	unknown
Focusing
Min Focus Distance	0.24m	unknown
Max Magnification	0.25X	unknown
Autofocus	Yes	unknown
AF Motor Type	Stepper motor	unknown
Full Time Manual	Yes
Focus Method	Internal	Unknown
Distance Scale	No	Unknown
DoF Scale	No	Unknown
Distance Scale	No	Unknown
Focus Distance Limiter	Unknown	Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight	215g	Unknown
Diameter	64mm	Unknown
Length	46mm	Unknown
Materials	Unknown	Unknown
Weather Sealing	Yes	Unknown
Filter Thread	55mm	Unknown
Filter Notes	-	-
Hood Supplied	Yes	Unknown
Hood Code	Unknown	Unknown
Tripod Collar	Unknown	Unknown
Optional Accessories	-	-
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