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Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 'C' Review

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The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 'C' lens is a fantastic wide-angle lens with a fast maximum aperture. It has excellent image quality, good build quality, and is a great value for the price.

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 'C' lens is a fantastic wide-angle lens with a fast maximum aperture. It has excellent image quality, good build quality, and is a great value for the price.

Pros
  • Fast maximum aperture of f/1.4
  • Excellent image quality
  • Good build quality
  • Close focus distance of 25cm
Cons
  • Struggles with distortion and vignetting
  • Bokeh could be smoother
  • Some flaring in certain situations

The autofocus motor is accurate, fast, and pretty quiet. The lens provides excellent image quality, with sharpness and contrast being very good, even in the corners.

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 'C' lens is a fantastic option for wide-angle photography. It has a fast maximum aperture of f/1.4, which makes it great for shooting indoors or in low light conditions. The build quality is substantial, with a large rubberized focus ring that operates smoothly. The autofocus motor is accurate, fast, and quiet. The lens provides excellent image quality, with sharpness and contrast being very good, even in the corners. It has a close focus distance of 25 centimeters, allowing for close-up shots. However, it does struggle with distortion and vignetting, especially at wider apertures. The bokeh is not the softest, but it's not distracting and overall, this lens offers great value for its price. The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 'C' is a very useful and enjoyable lens, especially for wide-angle photography.

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 'C' is a very useful and enjoyable lens, especially for wide-angle photography.

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