Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary

Compact, classic-look prime for everyday storytelling

Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 16
Durability 17
Price 15
Usability 16
Brand Sigma
Model 360965

Key Features

OPTICAL DESIGN 8 groups, 10 elements including one aspherical element
APERTURE 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Stepping motor optimized for fast, silent AF
MIN FOCUS 24cm minimum focusing distance for close-ups
BUILD High-quality brass mount with dust-splash resistant structure
SIZE Ultra-compact Contemporary line design
FILTER 55mm front filter thread
COMPATIBILITY Designed for full-frame mirrorless (Sony E, L-Mount)
COATING Super Multi-Layer Coating to reduce flare
FOCUSING Internal focusing system for consistent handling
MOUNT Precision-engineered brass bayonet mount
WEATHER SEALING Weather-sealed mount connection
WEIGHT Lightweight 215g construction

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Mount only

How-to Use Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary

Welcome to the How-to section of the lens. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a lens has a how-to section and a section for learning. The rings, switches and controls of each lens are placed differently between brands and models. The how-to section helps you operate the lens; however, if you are interested in learning photography, you also need to know what each control changes and why you would change it. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Learn & Master Photography with Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary

For over a decade, we have been teaching photography following a university standard. No one does it better than us. We have a selection of courses, diplomas, graduate and post-graduate programs, as well as some of our best-selling university press publications, to guide you in the best possible way for your lens. Enroll in the fundamentals and then move to the genres you want to master.

Technical Specification

Focal Length 45mm
Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 10 elements in 8 groups
Min Focus Distance 24cm
Max Magnification 1:4
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 55mm
Dimensions 64mm x 46.2mm
Weight 215g
Mount Sony E, L-Mount
Focusing Internal
Weather Sealing Yes (Mount only)
Lens Hood LH577-01 included
Stabilization None