CP+ 2018: SIGMA Unveils Three New Art Lenses and Two New Product Features
【New Products】
SIGMA 70mm F2.8 DG MACRO | Art
Stunning resolution and clarity for a breathtaking visual experience
—a razor-sharp macro lens joins the Art line
The new SIGMA 70mm F2.8 DG MACRO | Art lens is designed to prioritize optical performance. In the standard to mid-telephoto range, it delivers stunning resolution and incredible clarity that greatly exceed expectations for a macro lens. Photography enthusiasts will recall a certain legendary, razor-sharp macro lens—the SIGMA MACRO 70mm F2.8 EX DG—and be glad to learn it is available in a new form, updated with outstanding Art line quality.
SIGMA is introducing the 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM | Art as the ultimate ultra-wide-angle zoom. While minimizing distortion, this lens offers outstanding F2.8 brightness throughout the zoom range and delivers top-level image quality at every focal length and every shooting distance. For these reasons, it is the definitive wide-aperture ultra-wide-angle zoom lens.
—featuring incredible resolution and designed for full-frame sensors,
this is the longest focal length of the Art line’s F1.4 lenses
Since introducing its first SIGMA Global Vision F1.4 lens in 2012, the 35mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art, SIGMA has been adding wide-aperture F1.4 options to the lineup. SIGMA has designed all of these lenses to offer minimal optical aberration and deliver incredible resolution and stunning contrast. The SIGMA 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art has earned its place as the flagship of the F1.4 Art line lenses, prioritizing image quality above all to fulfill the promise of the line, delivering truly amazing optical performance.
SIGMA launches seven interchangeable Art lenses for Sony E-mount cameras with full-frame sensors
While offering the same high-performance optical design as other lenses in the Art line, the new Sony E-mount models will feature a newly developed control algorithm that optimizes the autofocus drive and maximizes the data transmission speed. In addition, these lenses will be compatible with Sony’s Continuous AF (AF-C) and high-speed autofocus, which are not addressed by MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11.
The lineup will include the Art line set of seven prime lenses covering 14mm to 135mm. It will also include two models that SIGMA will be exhibiting at CP+ 2018: 70mm F2.8 DG MACRO | Art and 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art (launch date TBD). Further, SIGMA plans to introduce additional Sony E-mount models in the Art line going forward.
SIGMA releases the interchangeable lens firmware version 2.00 for Canon digital cameras with Lens Aberration Correction
The new firmware version 2.00 makes SIGMA GLOBAL VISION interchangeable lenses for Canon mount compatible with Canon Lens Aberration Correction function. Matching the optical characteristics of the lens, this function perform in-camera corrections of peripheral illumination, chromatic aberrations, distortion, and more. In addition, by turning Lens Aberration Correction on and before taking photographs, users can prevent certain image and operation errors from occurring.
* This function is not available on all Canon cameras. Further, available corrections may vary by Canon camera model.
Leica presents the Geovid HD-B 3000 and the Geovid HD-R 2700. For the first time ever, they allow linear distance determination of up to 3,000 yards (2,750 metres) and respectively 2,700 yards (2,450 metres). Both the Leica Geovid HD-B 3000 and the Leica Geovid HD-R 2700 offer a worldwide unique combination of ABC® ballistic, optical quality and ergonomic design. Leica Geovid binoculars set the standard in the segment of laser rangefinding, and they are reliable and indispensable companions for many hunters.
For more than 50 years, the name Noctilux has been synonymous with exceptional technology, extending the limits of what is technically possible, and founded on the outstanding quality delivered by German mechanical and optical engineering.
Leica Camera AG records strong revenue growth for the 2016/2017 financial year and bucks the downward trend in the camera market
The Leica Camera Group achieved revenue of almost 400 million euros in the past financial year 2016/2017 (31 March 2017) and can therefore look back very positively on the previous twelve-month period. With strong revenue growth of more than six percent, Leica bucked the overall downward trend in the global camera market, which declined by around 10 percent in the same period.
In the first few months of the current financial year 2017/2018, cumulative growth stands at 15 percent, thus underscoring the positive global performance of Leica Camera AG. Despite a market environment that remains challenging, the CEO of Leica Camera AG, Matthias Harsch, once again expects a record-breaking result for the 2017/2018 financial year. As a result, the revenue of Leica Camera AG has increased more than fourfold since anchor investor and majority shareholder Dr Andreas Kaufmann came on board in 2004.
The main driver of growth is the systematic realignment of the company that has taken place in recent years. In particular, the setting up of an in-house Retail Distribution division has made a major contribution to revenue growth. Leica now has 90 monobrand stores around the world, which are vital in terms of promoting brand experience in the context of photography. ‘China is our number-one growth market,’ says Matthias Harsch, who is planning 20 to 30 new stores in the country alone. The Group is now strengthening its presence in the service sector with the Leica Akademie brand in order to boost the appeal of photography amongst younger target groups.
The extremely successful technology and brand partnership with Chinese company Huawei in the field of mobile phone photography makes Leica one of the world’s leading providers of smartphone lens applications, a burgeoning technology segment that serves as a global basis for new product ideas and applications in photography.
The entry of Leica into the eyewear segment (glasses) – a move that was completed in 2017 – offers further potential for strong revenue growth in the years ahead. Operating under the name of Leica Eyecare, the company will systematically tap into this global market in conjunction with its technology partner Novacel.
Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH.
Super flat, super light.
The new Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH. is not only one of the most smallest lenses in its class, it also by far exceeds the imaging performance of its competitors.
With a length of only 20.5 millimetres, a weight of no more than 80 grams and fast autofocus, this wide-angle is the perfect ‘constant companion’.
Leica L bayonet with contact strip for communication between lens and camera
Compatible lenses
Lenses with Leica L-Mount (TL- and SL- Lenses), Leica M/R lenses using the Leica M-Adapter L/R-Adapter L
Sensor
APS-C sized CMOS sensor (23.6 x 15.7 mm) with 24.96/24.24 million pixels (total/effective), aspect ratio 3:2
Photo Resolution
Total Pixel: 6088 x 4100 Pixel (24,96MP), Effective Pixel: 6032 x 4032 Pixel (24,32MP), Active Pixel 6024 x 4024 Pixel (24,24MP), DNG: 6016 x 4014 Pixel (24 Megapixel), JPG: 6000 x 4000 Pixel (24 Megapixel), 4272 x 2856 Pixel (12 Megapixel) oder 3024 x 2016 Pixel (6 Megapixel)
Ennätyksellisen suuresta ja laadukkaasta hakijajoukosta on valittu kaksi Sigma Ambassadoria Marinella Himari ja Kim Öhman.
Palkitusta Kaukokaipuu-matkablogistaan tunnettu Marinella Himari on Pohjois-Savon havumetsistä Italian kautta helsinkiläistynyt kalanainen ja kulkuri, joka matkustaa mieluiten maailman luontokohteiden ja tulisten katukeittiöiden perässä. Himarin rakkaus luontoa kohtaan näkyy etenkin naisen taltioimissa maisemakuvissa ja tähtitaivaassa, luonnon detalijen dokumentoinnissa sekä leirinuotiontuoksuissa retkitarinoissa.
Lisätietoja: http://marinellahimari.fi
Palkittu helsinkiläinen valokuvaaja Kim Öhman on erikoistunut mainosvalokuvaukseen, erityisesti ruuan ja juomien kuvaamiseen.
Öhman toimii myös opettajana Helsinki Design Schoolissa sekä Stadin ammattiopistossa.
Pohjattoman utelias Kim inspiroituu ainutlaatuisista maisemista, matkan tekemisestä sekä kauniista, harkituista ruoka-annoksista.
Luonnonvalon hyvä hallinta on ominainen piirre Kimin ruokakuvissa luoden kuviin tunnistettavan tyylin.
PIONEER 2100RT is a 34 liter backpack, ideal for any hunting expedition. It will safely carry your rifle or bow alongside all your other hunting gear.
Silent, water repellent, soft and durable Tricot fabric available in Realtree Xtra?
Air System trampoline net structure suspended from two aluminum staves with an adjustable well-padded honeycomb mesh harness for a custom fit
Top and side Hypalon reinforced handles
Optimal balance, secure rifle or bow butterfly attachment system
Versatile connectors for attaching support systems
XXL orange silicone zipper pullers
Built-in water bladder compartment and drinking tube connectors on both shoulder straps
Waist belt with quick access zip pockets with 2 detachable pouches
Water resistant, easy to clean, anti-scratch and durable bottom material
Total coverage orange rain cover for personal safety
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art on erittäin suorituskykyinen objektiivi. Terävyys on erinomainen jo täydellä f/1,8-aukolla, parempi kuin monilla vastaavilla objektiiveilla. Objektiivilla voi terävyyden puolesta kuvata huoletta millä himmenninaukolla tahansa, täydelläkin. Sigma on onnistunut myös automaattitarkennuksessa, se on nopea ja täsmällinen. Suurimmalla aukolla toistuu myös taustan bokeh kauniin pehmeänä.
・SIGMA 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM | Art CANON ・SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary CANON ・SIGMA 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary CANON ・SIGMA 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary CANON
The SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the world’s first and only* F1.8 ultra-wide-angle lens for full-frame DSLRs, SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art.
* Among interchangeable lenses for digital SLRs as of February 2017
SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art delivers a new dimension of visual experience
In taking photographs of starry skies or other celestial scenes at night, or of the seashore with a wide perspective, a large-diameter lens is a strong ally, since it allows the capture of a moving subject by adjusting shutter speed without relying on ISO sensitivity. With its full-frame 35mm coverage, 14mm focal length for an ultra-wide angle of view, F2 barrier-breaking F1.8, the SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art is the true high-speed ultra-wide-angle lens for which so many photographers have been waiting.
Although some zoom lenses are available that can cover 14mm, the large diameter delivering F1.8 brightness is a singular advantage. Going beyond fast shutter speed, this lens can capture a swarm of fireflies with crystal clarity, a beautiful bokeh effect, and outstanding control of light streaking.
SIGMA 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Art
The SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the definitive large-diameter zoom lens for any shoot, SIGMA 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Art with the top-level performance optimized for the era of ultra-high-megapixel cameras.
This SIGMA 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Art covers all the features that makes it the go-to lens for a wide range of photographic opportunities.
Including optical design ideal for the latest ultra-high-megapixel digital cameras, hypersonic motor (HSM) for high-speed autofocus, optical stabilizer (OS) with powerful stabilization effect, dust- and splash-proof mount with rubber sealing, and a metal barrel for a stable, rigid feel. This all-new 24-70mm F2.8 lens from SIGMA delivers the performance and functionality that help pros succeed in news, nature, and many other fields of photography.
SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary
The SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary-a compact body and top performance in one complete package.
SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary offers the compact size, lightweight, and high cost performance of a 70-300mm lens while delivering 400mm telephoto performance. Offering a combination of stunning image quality and outstanding functionality, this lens satisfies the needs of pros and amateurs alike.
The new lens also comes with the full range of features and functions expected of an ultra-telephoto zoom: optical stabilizer (OS), hypersonic motor (HSM) with updated algorithm for fast autofocus, focus limiter, and more. In addition, this uncompromising specification becomes customizable with the available SIGMA USB DOCK accessory.
SIGMA 135mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art
The SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the large diameter telephoto lens for full-frame cameras, SIGMA 135mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art.
This focal length delivers a strong perspective compression effect, while the large diameter with F1.8 brightness provides a dramatic bokeh effect. By minimizing axial chromatic aberration, the SIGMA 135mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art makes this bokeh effect not only impressive but also beautiful while delivering superb contrast and sharp image quality in every shot.
It offers the outstanding resolution required for 50MP or higher ultra-high-megapixel DSLRs. By incorporating its latest innovations in design and optical glass and rethinking every aspect of the lens, SIGMA has ensured outstanding image quality all the way to the edges, establishing the new standard in 135mm telephoto lenses.
With resolution so crystal-clear that individual hairs can be discerned in a portrait, this large-diameter lens also delivers a beautiful bokeh effect, giving photographers everything they need. It performs better than typical large-diameter standard to medium telephoto lenses in producing close-ups and full-body shots in which the subject stands out against a pleasantly blurred background.
