The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is a Maximalist Lens with a Minimal Form Factor

It’s really a big lens news day here as we have several lenses to highlight from the likes of Zeiss, Nikon, and Sigma. The big news here, with Sigma that is, is the announcement of the company’s new 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary lens.

Designed to be ultra-fast, ultra-wide, and ultra-compact, the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary lens is marketed as a maximalist lens with a minimalist form factor, and that’s pretty much exactly what it offers.

Let’s take a look at this compact and fast prime and see what it could offer for your photo, video, and hybrid content needs.

The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens

Out of its three selling points (ultra-fast, ultra-wide, ultra-compact), it might be hard to discern which attribute is the most important or noteworthy here.

The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary lens is indeed all of those things and likely going to be a top option for photographers primarily and videographers secondarily looking for a nice wide lens option for capturing maximalist structures, landscapes, architecture, etc.

Still, with a compact form factor and as a fast prime with a huge field of view, this Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary lens should be a nice option for all types of projects and could be a fun lens for different video uses and projects too.

Price and Availability

When compared to its closest relative lens, like the 16mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary, this 15mm f/1.4 option will be 30% shorter and 50% lighter in weight, as the lens measures 2.6" long and weighs about 8 oz.

It also should be suitable for both photo and video recording, thanks to its compact, lightweight, and balanced design that makes this an ideal option for gimbal-based shooting and vlogging applications.

If you’d like to check out this Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens yourself, it’s out and available for preorder now with the full specs and purchase options below.

• APS-C | f/1.4 to f/16
• 24mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
• Compact, Fast Wide-Angle Prime
• Stepping Motor AF System
• Assignable Control Ring
• FLD, SLD, and Aspherical Elements
• Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
• Splash-Resistant Design & Front Coating

Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens

An ultra-wide with an especially portable design, the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary is a strikingly compact and fast prime lens with a huge field of view. Ideal for landscapes, interiors, architecture, and astrophotography applications, this is a maximalist lens with a minimalist form factor.