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Sigma 240954 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens Canon EF

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f/1.8

Capture Stunning Portraits with Exceptional ClarityThe Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF offers unparalleled image quality and creative control. Designed for high megapixel DSLRs, this lens delivers stunning compression effects, making it ideal for portrait photography and more. Fo...

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Overview

Capture Stunning Portraits with Exceptional Clarity

The Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF offers unparalleled image quality and creative control. Designed for high megapixel DSLRs, this lens delivers stunning compression effects, making it ideal for portrait photography and more.

  • Focal Length: 135mm
  • Aperture: f/1.8
  • Mount: Canon EF
  • Motor: Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM)
  • Construction: Dust and splash-proof mount

Key Features

A new large Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) delivers ample torque to the focusing group for outstanding speed, ensuring exceptionally stable performance even at lower speeds

This state-of-the-art prime lens touts a dust and splash proof mount for guaranteed performance in any condition and its large 1.8 aperture allows for more creative control over imagery.

A stunning compression effect makes the Sigma 135mm F1.8 Art the ideal portrait lens while its large aperture help with event photography and much more.

Like each and every Global Vision Lens, the Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art is handcrafted at our single factory in Aizu, Japan and undergoes individual evaluation before leaving Sigma’s facility.

Specifications

Focal Length
135mm
Maximum Aperture
f/1.8
Motor Type
Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM)
Mount Type
Canon EF
Weather Sealing
Dust and splash proof mount
Series
Art Lens
Origin
Handcrafted in Aizu, Japan

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • The Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens features a new large Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) for outstanding focusing speed and stable performance.
  • This prime lens is built with a dust and splash-proof mount, ensuring reliable performance in various environmental conditions.
  • Its large f/1.8 aperture provides exceptional creative control over imagery, especially in low light and for achieving shallow depth of field.
  • The lens is highlighted as an ideal portrait lens due to its stunning compression effect, enhancing subject separation.
  • Like all Global Vision Lenses, it is handcrafted in Japan and undergoes individual evaluation for quality assurance.

👎 Cons

  • As a prime lens, it lacks the versatility of a zoom lens, requiring photographers to physically move to adjust framing.
  • The f/1.8 aperture, while excellent for creative control, makes the lens physically larger and heavier compared to lenses with smaller maximum apertures.
  • The "dust and splash-proof mount" may not imply full weather sealing for the entire lens body, which could be a limitation in extreme conditions.
  • This lens is specified for Canon EF mount, limiting its direct compatibility to Canon DSLR cameras or requiring adapters for other systems.
  • The high-end "Art" series and large aperture often come with a premium price point, which may be a significant investment for some photographers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Its large f/1.8 aperture and stunning compression effect combine to make it an ideal portrait lens, allowing for beautiful background blur and subject isolation.
The lens features a new large Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) that delivers outstanding speed and stable performance to the focusing group, ensuring quick autofocus.
Yes, it is designed with a dust and splash-proof mount, which helps to ensure guaranteed performance in various environmental conditions.
The large f/1.8 aperture provides significant creative control over imagery, particularly beneficial for low-light photography and achieving a very shallow depth of field.
Like all Global Vision Lenses, this Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art lens is handcrafted at their single factory in Aizu, Japan, and individually evaluated.