A new set of sample photos from the recently announced Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art lens can be found at dpreview. The official sample photos are available here. The lens is expected to start shipping at the end of April. The US price is $1,099 and will be available in Nikon F, Canon EF and Sigma SA mounts. B&H now has a combo where you can safe $160 when you buy both f/1.8 lenses with the Sigma lens dock.
Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art lens MTF charts, lens design and technical specifications:
| Lens Construction | 21 Elements in 15 Groups | ||||||||
| Angle of View | 31.7-16.2º | ||||||||
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) | ||||||||
| Mininum Aperture | f16 | ||||||||
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 37.4 in | ||||||||
| Filter Size (mm) | 82mm | ||||||||
| Maximum Magnifications | 1: 6.7 | ||||||||
| Dimensions (Diameter x Length) |
3.7x6.7 in | ||||||||
| Weight | 52.6 oz | ||||||||
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