Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art Review

After several I Series Contemporary releases in a row, Sigma is once again turning its attention to its premium Art lens series with the 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art ($899) for L-Mount Alliance and Sony E-Mount mirrorless camera systems. The lens is bulkier than compact alternatives like the Sigma 20mm F2 DG DN Contemporary ($699), but the F1.4 optical formula is highly desirable for creators, such as astrophotographers, who often work in low-light environments. It's also fully protected against the elements and features plenty of physical on-barrel controls. If you need an ultra-bright, broad-angle prime, the Sigma 20mm Art is simply a fantastic option that outperforms even the Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G at wide apertures, earning our Editors' Choice award.Wide and Bright Prime With Art Series Credentials Sigma splits its lenses into three lines: Art, Contemporary, and Sports. Art lenses, including the 20mm F1.4 DG DN, feature bright apertures and all-weather construction, while Contemporary len...

The Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art's wide angle of view, well-corrected optical formula, and down-to-earth price makes it an ideal lens for creators, particularly astrophotograhpers.

Sensibly sized, wide-angle F1.4; Full-frame sensor coverage; Quiet, snappy autofocus; Aperture ring and on-barrel controls; Optics optimized for astrophotography; Dust, splash, and fluorine protection

Exhibits focus breathing; A little heavy for gimbals and Airpeak drones

Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E - Brand New review

If we want sharpness and clean, clear shots with no obvious CA and the ability to shoot into the light without flare spoiling the shot, then this lens fulfils those criteria very comfortably. It handles smoothly, it's well made, the price is right.

Excellent sharpness throughout, Very even centre to edge performance, Dust and splash resistant, Low CA, Superb flare resistance, Excellent aperture ring, Declicking of stops, Well made, Good price, Close focus

No distance scale, No depth of field scale, Rubberised ring on lens hood attracts dust, Separate switch for A setting on the aperture ring, Feather effect on bokeh

Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E - Brand New review

The Sigma 35mm f1.4 DG DN Art is a quality wide-angle lens for mirrorless cameras that’s capable of attractive rendering and sharp results. In my tests with a pre-production sample, the bokeh in blurred areas was not only a step-up from the original DSLR version, but up there with models costing a...

Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E - Brand New review

Sigma’s lenses have a good reputation and none more so than the Art line, its collection of lenses have really impressed over recent years. The Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art is a worthy addition to the range, delivering excellent sharpness, attractive bokeh and minimal flaws.

Excellent sharpness, Declickable aperture ring, Weather-sealed

Only available in Sony E-mount and the L-mount, No depth of field or distance scale, Unstabilised

Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E - Brand New review

Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Wideangle Prime lens with 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with L Mount cameras. What type of photography is the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art lens good for?

Weather-sealed, Autofocus, Aperture Ring, Hood supplied, Full-time Manual Focusing, Very Fast Aperture, Covers Full-Frame Sensor, 11 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh, Pricey

Weather-sealed, Autofocus, Aperture Ring, Hood supplied, Full-time Manual Focusing, Very Fast Aperture, Covers Full-Frame Sensor, 11 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh, Pricey