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Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Sony E)

30mm (45mm equiv) · f/1.4 · 265g

€279
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Focal range30mm (45mm equiv)
Max aperturef/1.4
TypePrime lens
Weight265g
MountSony E

Performance scores

Travel78
Portrait88
Wildlife42
Sports52
Video82
Beginner72
Value92

Strengths

  • +Excellent for travel — lightweight and versatile
  • +Great for portraits and people photography
  • +Smooth rendering ideal for video work
  • +Outstanding value for the price
  • +Prime sharpness — nothing to zoom means nothing to compromise

Consider if

  • −Fixed focal length — you zoom with your feet
  • −Not ideal for distant wildlife or sport

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Overall score
72
out of 100
Best for: street & portrait
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