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Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Mount Review

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN

Main Features

  • 16mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • Weight: 405g / 0.89 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 72mm x 92mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.25m
  • Max Magnification: 0.1x
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Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Overview


Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Wideangle Prime lens with APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with X Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifePoor
SportsPoor
PortraitFair
TravelAverage
StreetExcellent
WeddingFair
Walk AroundAverage
VloggingVery Good
LandscapeGood
MacroPoor

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Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR
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APS-C / DX 375gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X is a member of Sigma's Contemporary F1.4 Prime series of lenses. Below you can see the latest lenses in this series.

Contemporary F1.4 Prime Series Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount
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Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C
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APS-C 330gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN  Lens Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN
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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C
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APS-C / DX 280gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN C
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APS-C / DX 265gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Weather-sealed
Autofocus
Hood supplied
Very Fast Aperture
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
Minimum focus distance of 0.25m / 9.8 inch
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CONs

We couldn't find any significant Cons for the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN



Lens Mount

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X is compatible with cameras that have a Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-S20, Fujifilm X-T5 and Fujifilm X-H2.

Fujifilm X-S20 with Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Lens Size
Fujifilm X-S20 with the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Lens
Fujifilm X-T5 with Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Lens Size
Fujifilm X-T5 with the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Lens
Fujifilm X-H2 with Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Lens Size
Fujifilm X-H2 with the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Lens

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X has a maximum diameter of 72mm and total length of 92mm. It weighs 405g / 14.3 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X and Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR (Fujifilm X mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X vs Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X and the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Size and Weight

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X has a filter thread of 67mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X:

  • 67mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 67mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 67mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X has a fixed focal length of 16mm which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 24mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.



Weather Sealings

The Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Fujifilm X-T5, Fujifilm X-H2 and Fujifilm X-H2S.

Optical Image Stabilization

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X doesn't have an optical image stabilization system so the only option to stabilize the image taken with this lens is to mount on a camera body with IBIS (sensor based In-body image stabilization).

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.1x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.25m. 0.1x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Wideangle Prime type Fujifilm X mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR: 0.21x - (Compare)
  • Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR: 0.2x - (Compare)
  • Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR: 0.15x - (Compare)

Aperture

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X has a max aperture of F1.4 and a minimum aperture of F16.

Optical Formula

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X's optical formula consists of 16 elements in 13 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • Three FLD
  • two SLD
  • two aspherical

Lens Hood

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos. The model number of the hood is LH716-01.

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Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Lens Hood


Body Colour

Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Lens
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Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR
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APS-C / DX 375 g / 0.83 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR
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APS-C / DX 370 g / 0.81 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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APS-C / DX 180 g / 0.40 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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APS-C / DX 116 g / 0.26 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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APS-C / DX 300 g / 0.66 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
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APS-C / DX 655 g / 1.44 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Alternatives in Fujifilm X Mount
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Fujifilm XF 16mm F2.8 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F2.8 R WR
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APS-C / DX 155 g / 0.34 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR
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APS-C / DX 375 g / 0.83 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR
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APS-C / DX 370 g / 0.81 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 14mm F2.8 R Lens Fujifilm XF 14mm F2.8 R
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APS-C / DX 235 g / 0.52 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN X Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sigma
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Fujifilm X
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 16mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F1.4
Min Aperture F16
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 16
Optical Groups 13
Special Elements Three FLD, two SLD, two aspherical

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.25m
Max Magnification 0.1X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale No
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 405g
Diameter 72mm
Length 92mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 67mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Hood Code LH716-01
Tripod Collar No
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