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Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN MFT Review

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN

Main Features

  • 30mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 46mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • Weight: 135g / 0.30 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 61mm x 39mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.3m
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Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN Overview


Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Standard Prime lens with APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with MFT cameras.

What type of photography is the Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeFair
SportsFair
PortraitVery Good
TravelAverage
StreetGood
WeddingVery Good
Walk AroundAverage
VloggingAverage
LandscapeAverage
Macro

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Reasons to Buy Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Autofocus
Light weight at only 135g / 4.8 oz
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CONs
No Weather Sealing
Hood is not supplied


Lens Mount

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN is compatible with cameras that have a Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Micro Four Thirds lenses are , and .

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN is also available in Sony E mount.

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN has a maximum diameter of 61mm and total length of 39mm. It weighs 135g / 4.8 oz.

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN has a filter thread of 46mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN:

  • 46mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 46mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 46mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN has a fixed focal length of 30mm which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 45mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.


Optical Image Stabilization

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN 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).

Alternatively, you can check the Panasonic Macro 30mm F2.8 OIS. in Micro Four Thirds mount that have similar focal range but features Optical Image Stabilization.

Lenses Similar to Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN With Optical Image Stabilization
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Panasonic Lumix G Macro 30mm F2.8 ASPH Mega OIS Lens Panasonic Lumix G Macro 30mm F2.8 ASPH Mega OIS
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Below are the 3 Standard Prime type MFT mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Kamlan 50mm F1.1 II: 0.25x - (Compare)
  • Panasonic 42.5mm F1.7 OIS: 0.2x - (Compare)
  • Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH: 0.14x - (Compare)

Aperture

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN has a max aperture of F2.8 and a minimum aperture of F22.0.

Optical Formula

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN's optical formula consists of 7 elements in 5 groups . Special elements used in this design is Super Multi-Layer Coating.

Lens Hood

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN doesn't come with a lens hood.

Body Colour

Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN Lens
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Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH Lens Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH
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FourThirds 180 g / 0.40 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 25mm F1.2 Pro Lens Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 25mm F1.2 Pro
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Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm F1.7 ASPH Power OIS Lens Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm F1.7 ASPH Power OIS
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FourThirds 130 g / 0.29 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN Alternatives in Micro Four Thirds Mount
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Panasonic Lumix G Macro 30mm F2.8 ASPH Mega OIS Lens Panasonic Lumix G Macro 30mm F2.8 ASPH Mega OIS
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Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sigma
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Standard Prime
Lens Mount Micro Four Thirds
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 30mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F2.8
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Optical Elements 7
Optical Groups 5
Special Elements Super Multi-Layer Coating

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.3m
Max Magnification unknown
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Micromotor
Focus Method Unknown
Distance Scale No
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 135g
Diameter 61mm
Length 39mm
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 46mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied No
Tripod Collar No
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