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Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Review

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The Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary lens is compact, well-built, and has impressive autofocus capabilities. It also offers sharp images and beautiful bokeh, making it great for both photo and video usage.

The Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary lens is a versatile choice for both photo and video usage. Despite its compact size, it delivers sharp images and beautiful bokeh, making it a valuable option for photographers and videographers.

Pros
  • Compact and well-built design
  • Impressive autofocus capabilities
  • Sharp images
  • Beautiful bokeh
Cons
  • Some ghosting and flare at 16mm
  • Fairly large for a wide-angle lens
  • Bokeh highlights have a noticeable cat's eye shape at f/2.8

With minimal breathing and excellent bokeh characteristics, it is highly desirable for video shooters.

The Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary lens is a compact and well-built ultra-wide zoom lens that offers impressive capabilities. Despite its compact size, it delivers sharp images and beautiful bokeh, making it a versatile choice for both photo and video usage. The lens is equipped with impressive autofocus capabilities, making it quick and smooth, suitable for various shooting scenarios. With minimal breathing and excellent bokeh characteristics, it is also highly desirable for video shooters. The lens shows minimal ghosting and flare, contributing to the overall quality of images. Additionally, its sharpness and performance are consistent across different focal lengths, making it a reliable choice for photographers. Overall, the Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary lens offers a compact, well-built design, exceptional autofocus, and impressive image quality, making it a versatile and desirable option for a wide range of photographers and videographers.

The lens shows minimal ghosting and flare, contributing to the overall quality of images.

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