The Leica L-mount 20mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens is a member of the venerable Art series of Global Vision lenses from Sigma and pairs a sophisticated optical design with a robust physical construction. Comprised of 15 elements in 11 groups, the lens design includes two "F" Low Dispersion (FLD) elements, five Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements, and two aspherical elements to significantly reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations, as well as limit distortion for clean, sharp and evenly illuminated imagery. A Super Multi-Layer Coating has also been applied to minimize surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for increased contrast and color accuracy. Complementing the optical performance is an equally adept Hyper Sonic Motor, which provides fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus performance. This focusing motor also enables full-time manual focus override at any time just by rotating the focus ring for refined manual control and focusing as close as 10.9".
As part of the Art line within Sigma's Global Vision series, this lens' is designed to achieve truly notable optical performance and is ideally suited for creative and artistic applications. Fast f/1.4 maximum aperture is well-suited for working in low-light conditions and also provides greater control over the focus position when using shallow depth of field techniques. A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied to lens elements in order to minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute to producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions. A fixed petal-shaped lens hood helps to reduce lens flare when working in strong lighting conditions and also offers some protection to the front element of the lens.
Sigma 20mm F/1.4 DG HSM Art Specs...
Focal Length |
20mm |
Maximum Aperture |
f/1.4 |
Minimum Aperture |
f/16 |
Lens Mount |
Leica L |
Lens Format Coverage |
Full-Frame |
Angle of View |
94.5° |
Minimum Focus Distance |
10.9" / 27.69 cm |
Optical Design |
15 Elements in 11 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades |
9, Rounded |
Focus Type |
Autofocus |
Image Stabilization |
No |
Filter Size |
None |
Dimensions (ø x L) |
3.57 x 5.11" / 90.7 x 129.8 mm |
Weight |
2.1 lb / 950 g |
Package Contents :
Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Leica L
Lens Cap
Rear Cap LCR II
Lens Case