Sigma 12-24mm F4 DG HSM Art Lens
The Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM is a 12–24mm f/4 lens designed for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA mount cameras. Used copies start from $775 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM
Key Features — Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM
12-24mm Ultra-Wide Zoom: Covers an extreme wide-angle range ideal for landscapes, architecture, and tight interior spaces on full-frame DSLRs.
Constant f/4 Aperture: Maintains a maximum aperture of f/4 throughout the entire zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure without adjustment when zooming.
Full-Frame DG Coverage: Designed to cover full-frame sensors edge-to-edge, delivering consistent sharpness and no vignetting on larger-format bodies.
Sigma Art Line Optics: Built to Sigma's highest optical standard, prioritizing resolving power, contrast, and correction of aberrations across the frame.
HSM Autofocus Motor: Hyper Sonic Motor provides fast, near-silent autofocus operation suitable for both stills and quiet shooting environments.
Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA Mounts: Available across three major DSLR mount systems, making it accessible to a wide range of full-frame DSLR shooters.
Lens Specifications — Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Lens Type | Ultra Wide-Angle |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 12–24mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 1151g |
Description — Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM
The Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM Art Lens is an ultra-wide-angle zoom designed for full-frame DSLR systems, offering a focal length range of 12mm to 24mm at a constant maximum aperture of f/4. Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, and Sigma SA mounts, this lens provides flexibility for photographers across major DSLR platforms. It supports both autofocus and manual focus, allowing shooters to adapt to different creative or technical requirements on the fly.
Weighing in at 1,151 grams, the lens reflects its robust full-frame design. One practical note: there is no filter thread, so traditional screw-on filtration is not an option without specialty solutions — a trade-off common to extreme ultra-wide designs. Image stabilization is not included, making it especially important to consider shutter speed when working in challenging lighting. For landscape, architecture, and interior photographers who need to push to genuinely extreme wide angles on a full-frame DSLR, the 12mm minimum focal length of this Art series zoom makes it a distinctive option in its class.
Pros — Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM
- ✓Extremely wide 12mm minimum focal length for ultra-wide-angle coverage on full-frame DSLRs
- ✓Constant f/4 maximum aperture maintained across the full 12-24mm zoom range
- ✓Broad mount compatibility across Canon EF, Nikon F, and Sigma SA systems
Cons — Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM
- ✗No filter thread, ruling out standard screw-on filters without specialty adapters
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be limiting in low-light or handheld situations
- ✗At 1,151g, the lens is heavy and may add significant weight to a travel or handheld kit
Videos — Sigma 12-24mm f/4 DG HSM
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