Sigma 28mm F/1.8 EX DG Aspherical Macro

Wide-angle prime lens • Digital era • Discontinued

Announced:
· September 2000
Production status:
● Discontinued
Country of design:
· Japan
Original name:
· SIGMA 28mm 1:1.8 EX DG
Class:
· Fast full-frame wide-angle prime lens

Abbreviations

EX	Professional lens with high quality optics and robust build. Meets the highest standards and provides excellent performance and flawless image quality unachievable with traditional optical technologies.
DG	The lens is designed for 35mm digital cameras but can be also used on APS-C digital cameras.
MACRO	A lens with better close-up focusing capabilities in comparison with traditional lenses. Not a macro lens though.

Sample photos (3)

NIKON D300 @ ISO 400, 1/320 sec. 28mm F/5. Nguyen Thanh Ha, http://www.flickr.com/people/ha_sniper483/

F/5

NIKON D300 @ ISO 200, 1/500 sec. 28mm F/2. Nguyen Thanh Ha, http://www.flickr.com/people/ha_sniper483/

F/2

Canon EOS 5D Mark III @ ISO 100, 1/20 sec. 28mm F/1.8. Keith Midson, https://www.flickr.com/photos/keithmidson/

F/1.8

Model history (3)

■Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical ZEN	A	9 - 8	0.30m	⌀58	1990 ●
■Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical II ZEN	A	9 - 8	0.30m	⌀58	1994 ●
■Sigma 28mm F/1.8 EX DG Aspherical Macro	A	10 - 9	0.20m	⌀77	2000 ●

Specification

Optical design:
Maximum format:	35mm full frame
Focal length:	28mm
Speed:	F/1.8
Lens construction:	10 elements in 9 groups
	2 ASPH
	Floating element system
Mount and Flange focal distance:	Canon EF [44mm]
	Minolta/Sony A [44.5mm]
	Nikon F [46.5mm]
	Pentax K [45.5mm]
	Sigma SA [44mm]
Diagonal angle of view:	75.4° (35mm full frame)
On Canon EOS APS-C [1.59x] cameras:
35mm equivalent focal length:	44.5mm (in terms of field of view)
35mm equivalent speed:	F/2.9 (in terms of depth of field)
Diagonal angle of view:	51.8°
On Sony DSLR-A/SLT-A APS-C [1.53x] cameras:
35mm equivalent focal length:	42.8mm (in terms of field of view)
35mm equivalent speed:	F/2.8 (in terms of depth of field)
Diagonal angle of view:	53.6°
On Nikon D APS-C [1.53x] cameras:
35mm equivalent focal length:	42.8mm (in terms of field of view)
35mm equivalent speed:	F/2.8 (in terms of depth of field)
Diagonal angle of view:	53.6°
On Pentax K APS-C [1.53x] cameras:
35mm equivalent focal length:	42.8mm (in terms of field of view)
35mm equivalent speed:	F/2.8 (in terms of depth of field)
Diagonal angle of view:	53.6°
On Sigma SD APS-C [1.74x] cameras:
35mm equivalent focal length:	48.7mm (in terms of field of view)
35mm equivalent speed:	F/3.1 (in terms of depth of field)
Diagonal angle of view:	47.9°
Diaphragm mechanism:
Diaphragm type:	Automatic
Aperture control:	None; the aperture is controlled from the camera (Canon EF, Minolta/Sony A, Sigma SA)
Aperture control:	Aperture ring (Manual settings + Auto Exposure setting) (Nikon F, Pentax K)
Number of blades:	9 (nine)
Focusing:
Closest focusing distance:	0.20m
Magnification ratio:	1:2.9
Focusing modes:	Autofocus (A), Manual focus (M)
Autofocus motor:	Micromotor (Canon EF, Sigma SA)
Autofocus motor:	In-camera motor (Nikon F, Pentax K, Minolta/Sony A)
Manual focus control:	Focusing ring
Focus mode selector:	Sigma Dual Focus System (Canon EF, Sigma SA)
Focus mode selector:	Focus Clutch Mechanism (Nikon F, Pentax K, Minolta/Sony A)
Manual focus override in autofocus mode:	-
Optical Stabilizer (OS):
Built-in OS:	-
Physical characteristics:
Weight:	480g (Nikon F)
Maximum diameter x Length:	⌀83.6×80mm (Nikon F)
Weather sealing:	-
Fluorine coating:	-
Accessories:
Filters:	Screw-type 77mm
Lens hood:	LH825-03 - Bayonet-type petal-shaped
Teleconverters:	Not compatible

Source of data

Manufacturer's technical data.

Manufacturer description

This lens has a macro focusing capability with fast ƒ/1.8 maximum aperture, which is ideal for Digital SLR cameras.

This lens is capable of macro photography with a minimum shooting distance of 20cm (7.8 in.) and a maximum reproduction ratio of 1:2.9.

The lens has an advanced optical construction, in order to obtain adequate peripheral brightness when wide-open. Also, the iris diaphragm has 9 blades to obtain beautiful out of focus images in the foreground and background.

The lens incorporates a Dual-Focus (DF) mechanism. It is easy to hold the lens, since the focusing ring does not rotate during auto-focus, yet it provides adequate focusing torque of the focusing ring during manual focusing of the lens. Also, this also allows the use of a Petal-type Hood and the easy use of a polarizing filter.

It incorporates a floating focus system and uses two aspherical lens elements for minimizing distortion, aberration and astigmatism.

Notes

The autofocus will not be available with Nikon D40, D40X, D60, D3000-D3500, D5000-D5600 digital SLR cameras.

Lenses with similar focal length

■Canon EF mount (13)
Canon EF 24mm F/1.4L II USM • ⌀77	Pro	2008 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Newer model (2008) · Wider angle of view · Slightly faster · Less diaphragm blades (8 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.88 vs 1:2.9) · Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Heavier (650g vs 480g) · Weather-sealed NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Canon EF 24mm F/2.8 • ⌀58		1988 ●	compare	3	2
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1988) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · Less diaphragm blades (6 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.25 vs 1:2.9) · Arc-Form Drive instead of Micromotor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (270g vs 480g) · Smaller (49mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Canon EF 24mm F/2.8 IS USM • ⌀58		2012 ●	compare	5	1
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 1 · Newer model (2012) · Wider angle of view · Slower · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Smaller magnification (1:4.35 vs 1:2.9) · Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Has image stabilizer · Much lighter (280g vs 480g) · Smaller (56mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Canon EF 28mm F/1.8 USM • ⌀58		1995 ●	compare	5	1
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1995) · Not optimized for digital cameras · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.56 vs 1:2.9) · Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Lighter (310g vs 480g) · Smaller (56mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Canon EF 28mm F/2.8 • ⌀52		1987 ●	compare	3	3
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1987) · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Simpler optical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (5 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.7 vs 1:2.9) · Arc-Form Drive instead of Micromotor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (185g vs 480g) · Much smaller (42.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Canon EF 28mm F/2.8 IS USM • ⌀58		2012 ●	compare	5	1
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 1 · Newer model (2012) · Slower · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.23m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5 vs 1:2.9) · Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Has image stabilizer · Much lighter (260g vs 480g) · Smaller (52mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Canon EF 24mm F/1.4L USM • ⌀77	Pro	1997 ●	compare	2	1
Advantages: 2 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1997) · Wider angle of view · Slightly faster · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.25 vs 1:2.9) · Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Slightly heavier (550g vs 480g) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 24mm F/1.8 EX DG Aspherical Macro • ⌀77		2000 ●	compare	0	0
Advantages: 0 Disadvantages: 0 · Wider angle of view · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly larger magnification (1:2.7 vs 1:2.9) HIDE
Sigma Super Wide 24mm F/2.8 II • ⌀52 akaQuantaray Tech-10 AF 24mm F/2.8		1988 ●	compare	3	3
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1988) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (6 vs 9) · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly smaller magnification (1:4 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (250g vs 480g) · Much smaller (42.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical II ZEN • ⌀58		1994 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1994) · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.5 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (290g vs 480g) · Smaller (61.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical ZEN • ⌀58		1990 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1990) · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.2 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (350g vs 480g) · Smaller (56.8mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 24mm F/1.4 DG HSM \| A • ⌀77	Pro	2015 ●	compare	3	2
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2015) · In production · Wider angle of view · Slightly faster · More complex optical design · No floating element system · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.3 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Heavier (665g vs 480g) · Slightly larger (90.2mm vs 80mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 28mm F/1.4 DG HSM \| A • ⌀77	Pro	2018 ●	compare	5	3
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 3 · Newer model (2018) · In production · Slightly faster · More complex optical design · No floating element system · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.28m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.4 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much heavier (865g vs 480g) · Larger (107.7mm vs 80mm) · Weather-sealed · Fluorine coating NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Canon EF mount (2) · APS-C
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 EX DC [HSM] • ⌀62	Pro	2005 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2005) · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (8 vs 9) · Larger closest focusing distance (0.40m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:10.4 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Slightly lighter (400g vs 480g) · Smaller (59mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 DC HSM \| A • ⌀62	Pro	2013 ●	compare	5	0
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2013) · In production · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.8 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Smaller (63.3mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Minolta/Sony A mount (11)
Minolta AF 24mm F/2.8 RS • ⌀55		1994 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1994) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.25 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much lighter (215g vs 480g) · Much smaller (44mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (55mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Minolta AF 24mm F/2.8 • ⌀55		1985 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1985) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.25 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much lighter (215g vs 480g) · Much smaller (44mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (55mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Minolta AF 28mm F/2 RS • ⌀55		1998 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Slightly slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.7 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much lighter (285g vs 480g) · Smaller (49mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (55mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Minolta AF 28mm F/2 • ⌀55		1987 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1987) · Slightly slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.7 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much lighter (285g vs 480g) · Smaller (49.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (55mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Minolta AF 28mm F/2.8 • ⌀49		1985 ●	compare	4	3
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1985) · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Simpler optical design · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.7 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much lighter (185g vs 480g) · Much smaller (42.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (49mm vs 77mm) · Built-in telescopic lens hood NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 24mm F/1.8 EX DG Aspherical Macro • ⌀77		2000 ●	compare	0	0
Advantages: 0 Disadvantages: 0 · Wider angle of view · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly larger magnification (1:2.7 vs 1:2.9) HIDE
Sigma Super Wide 24mm F/2.8 II • ⌀52 akaQuantaray Tech-10 AF 24mm F/2.8		1988 ●	compare	3	3
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1988) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (6 vs 9) · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly smaller magnification (1:4 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (250g vs 480g) · Much smaller (42.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical II ZEN • ⌀58		1994 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1994) · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.5 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (290g vs 480g) · Smaller (61.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical ZEN • ⌀58		1990 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1990) · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.2 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (350g vs 480g) · Smaller (56.8mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sony Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 24mm F/2 ZA SSM [SAL24F20Z] • ⌀72		2010 ●	compare	2	0
Advantages: 2 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2010) · Wider angle of view · Slightly slower · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.19m vs 0.20m) · Slightly smaller magnification (1:3.45 vs 1:2.9) · Super Sonic Wave Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Slightly heavier (555g vs 480g) · Smaller filter size (72mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sony 28mm F/2.8 [SAL28F28] • ⌀49		2006 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2006) · Slower · Simpler optical design · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.7 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much lighter (187g vs 480g) · Much smaller (43mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (49mm vs 77mm) · Built-in telescopic lens hood NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Minolta/Sony A mount (2) · APS-C
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 EX DC [HSM] • ⌀62	Pro	2005 ●	compare	2	2
Advantages: 2 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2005) · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (8 vs 9) · Larger closest focusing distance (0.40m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:10.4 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Slightly lighter (400g vs 480g) · Smaller (59mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 DC HSM \| A • ⌀62	Pro	2013 ●	compare	4	0
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2013) · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.8 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Smaller (63.3mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Nikon F mount (17)
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm F/1.8G • ⌀67		2012 ●	compare	5	0
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2012) · In production · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:4.55 vs 1:2.9) · Silent Wave Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Lighter (330g vs 480g) · Smaller filter size (67mm vs 77mm) HIDE
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm F/1.4G ED • ⌀77	Pro	2010 ●	compare	4	1
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 1 · Newer model (2010) · In production · Wider angle of view · Slightly faster · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.56 vs 1:2.9) · Silent Wave Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Heavier (620g vs 480g) · Slightly larger (88.5mm vs 80mm) · Weather-sealed HIDE
Nikon AF Nikkor 24mm F/2.8D • ⌀52		1994 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1994) · In production · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:8.9 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (270g vs 480g) · Much smaller (46mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters HIDE
Nikon AF Nikkor 28mm F/2.8D • ⌀52		1994 ●	compare	4	3
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1994) · In production · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.56 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (205g vs 480g) · Much smaller (44.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters HIDE
Nikon AF Nikkor 28mm F/1.4D • ⌀72	Pro	1993 ●	compare	0	2
Advantages: 0 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1993) · Slightly faster · Not optimized for digital cameras · Larger closest focusing distance (0.35m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:8.33 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Smaller filter size (72mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters HIDE
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm F/1.8G ED • ⌀72		2015 ●	compare	4	0
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2015) · In production · Wider angle of view · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.23m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5 vs 1:2.9) · Silent Wave Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Lighter (355g vs 480g) · Smaller filter size (72mm vs 77mm) HIDE
Nikon AF Nikkor 24mm F/2.8 [I] • ⌀52		1986 ●	compare	3	2
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1986) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:8.9 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (260g vs 480g) · Much smaller (46mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters HIDE
Nikon AF Nikkor 24mm F/2.8 [II] • ⌀52		1991 ●	compare	3	2
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1991) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:8.9 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (270g vs 480g) · Much smaller (46mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters HIDE
Nikon AF Nikkor 28mm F/2.8 [I] • ⌀52		1986 ●	compare	3	2
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1986) · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Simpler optical design · Pure spherical design · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (195g vs 480g) · Much smaller (39mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters HIDE
Nikon AF Nikkor 28mm F/2.8 [II] • ⌀52		1991 ●	compare	3	2
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 2 · Older model (1991) · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Simpler optical design · Pure spherical design · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (195g vs 480g) · Much smaller (39mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters HIDE
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm F/1.4E ED • ⌀77	Pro	2017 ●	compare	5	2
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2017) · In production · Slightly faster · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Electromagnetic diaphragm control system · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.28m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.88 vs 1:2.9) · Silent Wave Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Heavier (645g vs 480g) · Larger (100.5mm vs 80mm) · Weather-sealed · Fluorine coating HIDE
Sigma 24mm F/1.8 EX DG Aspherical Macro • ⌀77		2000 ●	compare	0	0
Advantages: 0 Disadvantages: 0 · Wider angle of view · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly larger magnification (1:2.7 vs 1:2.9) HIDE
Sigma Super Wide 24mm F/2.8 II • ⌀52 akaQuantaray Tech-10 AF 24mm F/2.8		1988 ●	compare	3	3
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1988) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (6 vs 9) · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly smaller magnification (1:4 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (250g vs 480g) · Much smaller (42.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) HIDE
Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical II ZEN • ⌀58		1994 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1994) · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.5 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (290g vs 480g) · Smaller (61.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) HIDE
Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical ZEN • ⌀58		1990 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1990) · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.2 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (350g vs 480g) · Smaller (56.8mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) HIDE
Sigma 24mm F/1.4 DG HSM \| A • ⌀77	Pro	2015 ●	compare	3	2
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2015) · In production · Wider angle of view · Slightly faster · More complex optical design · No floating element system · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.3 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Heavier (665g vs 480g) · Slightly larger (90.2mm vs 80mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 28mm F/1.4 DG HSM \| A • ⌀77	Pro	2018 ●	compare	5	3
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 3 · Newer model (2018) · In production · Slightly faster · More complex optical design · No floating element system · Electromagnetic diaphragm control system · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.28m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.4 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much heavier (865g vs 480g) · Larger (107.7mm vs 80mm) · Weather-sealed · Fluorine coating NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Nikon F mount (2) · APS-C
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 EX DC [HSM] • ⌀62	Pro	2005 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2005) · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (8 vs 9) · Larger closest focusing distance (0.40m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:10.4 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Slightly lighter (400g vs 480g) · Smaller (59mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 DC HSM \| A • ⌀62	Pro	2013 ●	compare	5	0
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2013) · In production · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.8 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Smaller (63.3mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Pentax K mount (9)
smc Pentax-FA 31mm F/1.8 AL Limited • ⌀58		2001 ●	compare	2	1
Advantages: 2 Disadvantages: 1 · Slightly narrower angle of view · Not optimized for digital cameras · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.25 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (345g vs 480g) · Slightly smaller (68.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) · Built-in lens hood · Compatible with teleconverters NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
smc Pentax-FA* 24mm F/2 AL [IF] • ⌀67		1991 ●	compare	1	1
Advantages: 1 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1991) · Wider angle of view · Slightly slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Less diaphragm blades (8 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:8 vs 1:2.9) · Slightly lighter (405g vs 480g) · Slightly smaller (65.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (67mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
smc Pentax-FA 28mm F/2.8 AL • ⌀49		1991 ●	compare	3	3
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1991) · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Simpler optical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (6 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.7 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (185g vs 480g) · Much smaller (40.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (49mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
smc Pentax-FA 28mm F/2.8 Soft • ⌀49		1997 ●	compare	4	3
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1997) · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Simpler optical design · Pure spherical design · Soft Focus effect · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (6 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.7 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (195g vs 480g) · Much smaller (40.3mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (49mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
smc Pentax-F 28mm F/2.8 • ⌀49		1987 ●	compare	3	3
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1987) · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (5 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.7 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (180g vs 480g) · Much smaller (37mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (49mm vs 77mm) · Compatible with teleconverters NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
HD Pentax-FA 31mm F/1.8 Limited • ⌀58		2021 ●	compare	4	0
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2021) · In production · Slightly narrower angle of view · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.25 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (341g vs 480g) · Slightly smaller (69mm vs 80mm) · Fluorine coating · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) · Built-in lens hood · Compatible with teleconverters NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 24mm F/1.8 EX DG Aspherical Macro • ⌀77		2000 ●	compare	0	0
Advantages: 0 Disadvantages: 0 · Wider angle of view · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly larger magnification (1:2.7 vs 1:2.9) HIDE
Sigma Super Wide 24mm F/2.8 II • ⌀52 akaQuantaray Tech-10 AF 24mm F/2.8		1988 ●	compare	3	3
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1988) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (6 vs 9) · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly smaller magnification (1:4 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (250g vs 480g) · Much smaller (42.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical II ZEN • ⌀58		1994 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1994) · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.5 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (290g vs 480g) · Smaller (61.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Pentax K mount (2) · APS-C
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 EX DC [HSM] • ⌀62	Pro	2005 ●	compare	2	2
Advantages: 2 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2005) · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (8 vs 9) · Larger closest focusing distance (0.40m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:10.4 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Slightly lighter (400g vs 480g) · Smaller (59mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 DC HSM \| A • ⌀62	Pro	2013 ●	compare	4	0
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2013) · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.8 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Smaller (63.3mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Sigma SA mount (5)
Sigma 24mm F/1.8 EX DG Aspherical Macro • ⌀77		2000 ●	compare	0	0
Advantages: 0 Disadvantages: 0 · Wider angle of view · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly larger magnification (1:2.7 vs 1:2.9) HIDE
Sigma Super Wide 24mm F/2.8 II • ⌀52 akaQuantaray Tech-10 AF 24mm F/2.8		1988 ●	compare	3	3
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 3 · Older model (1988) · Wider angle of view · Slower · Not optimized for digital cameras · Pure spherical design · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (6 vs 9) · Slightly smaller closest focusing distance (0.18m vs 0.20m) · Slightly smaller magnification (1:4 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Much lighter (250g vs 480g) · Much smaller (42.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (52mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma High-Speed Wide 28mm F/1.8 Aspherical II ZEN • ⌀58		1994 ●	compare	3	1
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 1 · Older model (1994) · Not optimized for digital cameras · Less diaphragm blades (7 vs 9) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:7.5 vs 1:2.9) · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Lighter (290g vs 480g) · Smaller (61.5mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (58mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 24mm F/1.4 DG HSM \| A • ⌀77	Pro	2015 ●	compare	3	2
Advantages: 3 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2015) · In production · Wider angle of view · Slightly faster · More complex optical design · No floating element system · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.25m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.3 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Heavier (665g vs 480g) · Slightly larger (90.2mm vs 80mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 28mm F/1.4 DG HSM \| A • ⌀77	Pro	2018 ●	compare	5	3
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 3 · Newer model (2018) · In production · Slightly faster · More complex optical design · No floating element system · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.28m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:5.4 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Much heavier (865g vs 480g) · Larger (107.7mm vs 80mm) · Weather-sealed · Fluorine coating NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

■Sigma SA mount (2) · APS-C
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 EX DC [HSM] • ⌀62	Pro	2005 ●	compare	4	2
Advantages: 4 Disadvantages: 2 · Newer model (2005) · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system · Less diaphragm blades (8 vs 9) · Larger closest focusing distance (0.40m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:10.4 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Slightly lighter (400g vs 480g) · Smaller (59mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE
Sigma 30mm F/1.4 DC HSM \| A • ⌀62	Pro	2013 ●	compare	5	0
Advantages: 5 Disadvantages: 0 · Newer model (2013) · In production · APS-C · Slightly faster · No floating element system (but has internal focusing) · Slightly larger closest focusing distance (0.30m vs 0.20m) · Smaller magnification (1:6.8 vs 1:2.9) · Hyper Sonic Motor · Does not feature a Focus Clutch Mechanism · Manual focus override in autofocus mode · Smaller (63.3mm vs 80mm) · Smaller filter size (62mm vs 77mm) NOTE: Approximate weight and length were used for comparison purposes. HIDE

Position of focus clutch	Position of focus mode switch	Lens focus mode
AF	AF	Autofocus mode. The focusing ring is disengaged from the focusing mechanism and does not rotate during autofocus
M	AF	Autofocus mode. The focusing ring rotates during autofocus
AF	M	Focusing is completely disabled
M	M	Manual focus mode

Almaz-103

Alpa

Asahi Pentax M42

Asahiflex M37

Bronica

Bronica ETR

Bronica GS-1

Bronica RF645

Bronica SQ

Canon EOS

Canon EOS APS-C

Canon EOS M

Canon EOS R

Canon EOS R APS-C

Canon FD

Canon FL

Canon R

Canon S (J)

Canon S (LSM)

Chinon K

Chinon M42

Contarex

Contax

Contax/Praktica

Contax/Yashica

Contax 645

Contax G

Contax N

Cosina K

Cosina M42

Exakta

Exakta 6x6 (horizontal)

Exakta 66

Exakta 66 (vertical)

Exakta Twin TL

Exakta real

FED

Fujica GS645 Professional

Fujica M42

Fujica X

Fujifilm G

Fujifilm GA645 Professional

Fujifilm X

Hasselblad 1600F/1000F

Hasselblad H

Hasselblad V

Hasselblad X

Hasselblad XPan

Icarex

Kiev-17/19/20

Kiev-II/III/4/5

Kiev 6S/60

Konica AR

Konica F

Kowa Six

Leica CL

Leica L

Leica L APS-C

Leica M

Leica R

Leica S

Leica SM

Leotax

Mamiya 6

Mamiya 7

Mamiya CP M42

Mamiya CS

Mamiya E

Mamiya ES

Mamiya M645

Mamiya RB67

Mamiya RZ67

Mamiya SX M42

Mamiya TL/DTL M42

Minolta-35

Minolta A

Minolta CLE

Minolta SR

Miranda

Nicca/Yashica