A “standard” zoom lens is a must-have in almost every photographer’s kit, but with so many choices, it can be hard to decide which lens to get. If you use a full-frame mirrorless camera, SIGMA offers two excellent F2.8 options – but which one is best? Photographer Mike Carroll tests both the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN II | Art and the 28-105mm F2.8 DG DN | Art to see if he can choose a favorite.
Unexpected Compact Creativity with SIGMA DC DN Contemporary Lenses
Normally, photographer Jack Fusco captures the night sky with a full-frame camera and equally full-sized SIGMA lenses. But sometimes, traveling light makes more sense than packing a bag full of heavy gear, and it can even lead to unexpected creative opportunities. For those moments, Jack reaches for SIGMA’s selection of compact DC DN Contemporary lenses for APS-C format mirrorless cameras.
Flexible, Fast and Beautifully Sharp: SIGMA 28-105mm F2.8 DG DN Art
While prime lenses are her bread and butter, portrait photographer Meg Loeks occasionally adds a zoom to her camera bag, but it needs to be something special. The SIGMA 28-105mm F2.8 DG DN | Art is just the kind of zoom lens that not only offers versatility, but the type of image quality that a professional like Meg requires to make her images truly memorable.
First Look: SIGMA 28-105mm F2.8 DG DN Art Lens
For outdoor photographer Darren White, optical performance is crucial for creating large prints of detailed landscapes. But in the field, a versatile lens is also extremely important to capture a variety of compositions. Thankfully, the SIGMA 28-105mm F2.8 DG DN | Art zoom lens checks both boxes, with outstanding sharpness and a convenient focal range. Join Darren as he puts this lens to the test for the first time!
Iceland: Chasing Light – A Travel Series by B&H, Sponsored by SIGMA
B&H and SIGMA are pleased to bring you an outdoor photography video series, Iceland: Chasing Light. Maria and Matt from B&H photograph all that this bucket list destination has to offer, such as landscapes, environmental/travel portraits, astrophotography, the Northern Lights, and more. You’ll learn tips for not just photographing in the extreme cold, but techniques you can apply to your work any time you shoot!
Putting My SIGMA Lenses to the Ultimate Test in Antarctica
SIGMA has always made build quality a top priority, and that effort pays off with products that can withstand long-term use even in tough conditions. SIGMA Ambassador Liam Doran put that reputation to the ultimate test on a photography assignment in Antarctica, where Liam and his gear faced sub-freezing temperatures and heavy snowstorms.
Adapting SIGMA Lenses to Nikon Z Cameras at Grand Teton National Park
Got a Nikon Z camera? SIGMA offers some direct mount options, but adapting lenses is both a practical and affordable option for mounting your favorite SIGMA lenses on your Nikon mirrorless camera body. Landscape and wildlife photographer Kristen Ryan brings her SIGMA lenses to Grand Teton National Park, with two different adapters in her kit.
My Favorite Prime Lenses for Travel Photography
When you’re in a city like New York, it’s a good idea to pack light. SIGMA I series lenses are the perfect solution for city dwellers and travelers alike who love shooting with sharp primes, but still need a lightweight, street-smart kit.
First Look: SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens
Pro landscape and night sky photographer Darren White puts the world’s first 14mm F1.4 lens to the test! The SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art is the ultimate lens for ultra-wide landscapes and night sky imagery, but in this First Look, it does a little bit of everything, from ornate interiors to epic scale shots of starry skies.
Wonderful Waterfalls – Online with SIGMA
Do you want to photograph wonderful waterfalls, but you’re not sure how to set everything up? Come learn the ins and outs of photographing waterfalls and moving water. Photographer and SIGMA Tech Rep, Brett Wells will talk about the necessary…