Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Leica L-Mount

Product Overview

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Leica L-mount APS-C cameras is a wide-angle prime lens designed for outstanding low-light performance and creative expression. With a fast f/1.4 aperture, this lens delivers beautiful bokeh, sharp details, and excellent control over depth of field, making it ideal for landscapes, architecture, astrophotography, environmental portraits, and vlogging.

As part of Sigma’s DC DN Contemporary line, it offers the perfect balance of optical performance and portability, ensuring professional-quality results in a compact, lightweight design.

Key Features

• Mount: Leica L (APS-C format, 24mm equivalent focal length)

• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4 – excellent for low-light and shallow depth of field

• Lens Construction: 16 elements in 13 groups, including SLD (Special Low Dispersion) & aspherical elements for reduced chromatic aberration

• Coatings: Super Multi-Layer Coating to suppress flare and ghosting

• Autofocus: Stepping Motor – smooth, fast, and quiet; optimized for video & stills

• Minimum Focus Distance: 25 cm (9.8 in)

• Maximum Magnification: 0.1×

• Diaphragm Blades: 9 (rounded for pleasing bokeh)

• Filter Size: 67mm

• Dimensions: 72.2 × 92.6 mm

• Weight: 405 g (14.3 oz)

Special Highlights

• Bright f/1.4 Aperture – Perfect for night photography, indoor shooting, and creamy background separation.

• 24mm Equivalent Field of View – Ideal wide-angle perspective for landscapes and street photography.

• Video-Optimized AF – Quiet and smooth focusing system for content creators and vloggers.

• Durable Build – Weather-sealed construction for reliable outdoor performance.

• Part of Sigma Contemporary Line – Balances professional optical quality with compact form factor.

What’s in the Box

• Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (Leica L)

• Lens Hood (LH716-01)

• Front Lens Cap (LCF-67 III)

• Rear Cap (LCR II L-Mount)

• User Manual & Warranty Card

  

Best For

• Astrophotographers – Wide-angle f/1.4 lens captures the night sky with clarity.

• Vloggers & Content Creators – Quiet AF and wide field of view for handheld shooting.

• Landscape & Architecture – Sharp detail across the frame with minimal distortion.

• Low-Light Photography – Bright aperture enables clean shots without flash.

• Creative Portraits – Environmental portraits with natural depth and separation.