Sigma 12mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary Lens for Sony E (Refurbished)

The Sigma 12mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary is the world’s first APS-C autofocus lens to combine an ultra-wide 12mm focal length with an incredibly bright F1.4 maximum aperture. Supplied as a Genuine Sigma Refurbished product, it delivers exceptional optical performance, outstanding portability and professional-level video capabilities in a remarkably compact body.

Designed specifically for Sony E-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras, the lens provides an effective 18mm full-frame equivalent field of view, making it ideal for landscapes, astrophotography, architecture, travel, interiors, vlogging and creative video production.

Why You’ll Love It

• Genuine Sigma Refurbished product

• Sony E Mount

• Ultra-wide 12mm focal length (18mm equivalent)

• Bright F1.4 maximum aperture

• Lightweight 225g design

• Outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness

• Excellent low-light performance

• Fast, quiet stepping motor autofocus

• Dust and splash-resistant construction

• Water and oil-repellent front coating

• Aperture ring for intuitive exposure control

• Ideal for both photography and video

The Ultimate Ultra-Wide APS-C Prime

The Sigma 12mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary offers the widest angle of view currently available in an autofocus F1.4 lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras.

Its expansive perspective allows photographers and filmmakers to capture dramatic landscapes, sweeping interiors and immersive environmental scenes while maintaining exceptional image quality throughout the frame.

The fast F1.4 aperture also opens up creative possibilities rarely found in ultra-wide lenses, allowing beautiful background separation and excellent low-light performance.

Outstanding Optical Performance

Designed specifically for modern high-resolution APS-C cameras, the Sigma 12mm F1.4 delivers exceptional sharpness from the centre of the frame right through to the corners.

The advanced optical construction includes:

• 14 elements in 12 groups

• 2 SLD low-dispersion elements

• 3 precision aspherical elements

• Excellent correction of chromatic aberration

• Outstanding corner sharpness

• Minimal sagittal coma flare

• High contrast and natural colour reproduction

This makes it particularly well suited to astrophotography, where pinpoint stars and edge-to-edge sharpness are essential.

Bright F1.4 Aperture

The large F1.4 maximum aperture gives photographers exceptional creative flexibility.

Benefits include:

• Excellent low-light performance

• Faster handheld shutter speeds

• Beautiful shallow depth of field

• Smooth, natural background blur

• Enhanced subject separation

• Stunning night photography performance

The rounded 9-blade diaphragm produces attractive circular bokeh for creative wide-angle compositions.

Compact, Lightweight & Travel Ready

Despite its ultra-wide focal length and bright aperture, the Sigma 12mm F1.4 remains incredibly compact.

At just 69.4mm long and weighing only 225g, it is perfectly suited to travel photography, hiking, street photography and everyday carry.

Its lightweight construction also makes it an excellent choice for handheld video, drones and gimbal-based filmmaking.

Built for Video Creators

The Sigma 12mm F1.4 has been designed with modern content creators in mind.

Features include:

• Quiet stepping motor autofocus

• Minimal focus breathing

• Smooth focus transitions

• Excellent subject tracking

• Lightweight design ideal for gimbals

• Outstanding optical consistency throughout focus

Whether producing YouTube content, documentaries, interviews or commercial productions, the lens delivers professional-quality results.

Fast & Accurate Autofocus

A high-speed stepping motor drives a lightweight focusing group to deliver fast, responsive and near-silent autofocus.

Features include:

• Quiet autofocus operation

• Fast subject acquisition

• Reliable tracking performance

• Face & Eye Detection AF compatibility

• Smooth autofocus during video recording

The autofocus system performs confidently for both still photography and demanding video applications.

Built for Outdoor Photography

Designed for reliable use in demanding environments, the Sigma 12mm F1.4 features weather-resistant construction.

Features include:

• Dust and splash-resistant construction

• Water and oil-repellent front element

• Robust lightweight barrel

• Premium build quality for long-term reliability

This allows photographers to shoot confidently in changing outdoor conditions while making lens maintenance quick and easy.

Key Specifications

Product Line: Sigma Contemporary

Lens Type: Ultra-Wide Prime

Mount: Sony E (APS-C)

Sensor Format: APS-C

Effective Focal Length: 18mm (35mm equivalent)

Maximum Aperture: F1.4

Minimum Aperture: F16

Optical Construction: 14 Elements in 12 Groups

Special Elements: 2 SLD, 3 Aspherical

Angle of View: 99.6

Diaphragm Blades: 9 Rounded

Minimum Focus Distance: 17.2cm

Maximum Magnification: 1:8.4

Filter Thread: 62mm

Dimensions: 68 69.4mm

Weight: 225g

Included Accessories

• Protective Pouch

• Lens Hood (LH652-01)

• Front Lens Cap

• Rear Lens Cap

Genuine Sigma Refurbished

This lens is supplied as a Genuine Sigma Refurbished product, professionally inspected, serviced where required and certified by Sigma to meet the same high standards of optical performance and reliability as a new product.

It offers outstanding value while delivering the premium quality and performance expected from Sigma’s Contemporary lens range.

Ideal For

• Landscape Photography

• Astrophotography

• Nightscapes

• Architecture

• Travel Photography

• Street Photography

• Interiors

• Vlogging

• Documentary Filmmaking

• Content Creation

• Environmental Portraits

• Everyday Photography