A fast telephoto prime, the Canon EF-mount Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Sony Efrom Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Sony Epairs bright and sophisticated optics with intuitive handling and design. As part of the Art line of lenses, this 135mm f/1.8 is designed for high-resolution rendering, and utilizes FLD and SLD glass to control chromatic aberrations and color fringing for notable clarity. A Super Multi-Layer Coating also enhances image quality by suppressing lens flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity in strong lighting conditions. Additionally, making it an ideal lens for portraiture, the bright f/1.8 maximum aperture pairs with a rounded nine-blade diaphragm to benefit selective focus and shallow depth of field imaging with smooth bokeh.

Complementing the imaging capabilities, the lens sports a Hyper Sonic Motor to produce quick, smooth, and quiet autofocus performance with full-time manual focus override. The physical design utilizes Thermally Stable Composite material for durability in a wide range of environments, and a brass bayonet mount also offers rigidity and mounting precision.

EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16    Two FLD Elements, Two SLD Elements    Super Multi-Layer Coating    Hyper Sonic AF Motor, Manual Override    Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm    TSC Material, Brass Bayonet Mount    MC-11 Mount Converter for EF to Sony E

As part of the Art line within Sigma's Global Vision series, this lens is designed to achieve truly notable optical performance and is ideally suited for creative and artistic applications.

Prime telephoto lens is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used on APS-C models where it will provide a 216mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture is well-suited for working in low-light conditions and also provides greater control over the focus position when using shallow depth of field techniques.

Two F Low Dispersion (FLD) and two Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements are featured in the optical design, and help to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations for improved clarity and color accuracy.

A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied to lens elements in order to minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute to producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.

Nine-blade rounded diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

The integrated HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) realizes quick and quiet autofocusing, which is further complemented by an optimized AF algorithm to produce smoother focusing performance. The HSM also permits full-time manual focus control simply by rotating the focus ring at any time.

The bayonet mount is constructed from brass for ensured accuracy and durability. Additionally, rubber sealing is incorporated in the mount design to render it dust- and splash-resistant.

The lens is constructed using a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC) material, along with traditional metals, for greater precision and use in wide temperature variations.

This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Hello, I cannot find anywhere if this lens is compatible with 1. 4 or 2x converters. I am considering it as an alternative to my 70-200 but sometimes I might need more reach than 135mm?

A: No, this lens is not compatible with 1.4 or 2x converters.

Q: 2. Would this lens work for taking pictures of parades from the side walk,cars people?

A: The Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon F is a short telephoto lens that can be used for photographing parades from the sidewalk.

Q: 3. Will these lenses work with the Metabones Canon Full-Frame EF-Mount Lens to Micro Four Thirds-Mount Camera? Want to adapt to my Black Magic Pocket Camera 4k.

A: At this time, we are saying that Metabones adapters are not fully supported on the Pocket 4K. Reports say that aperture and IS work but no AF at this time. Hopefully Metabones will have an update soon.

Q: 4. Hihi BHP team, could this be used as a macro lens?

A: Though the following combination has not been tested by us and thus we cannot guarantee performance, you should be able to use extension tubes to get this lens to act macro. Vello Deluxe Auto Focus Extension Tube Set for Sony E Mount B&H # VEEXTSFED.

Q: 5. I'm interested in buying the 135mm f1.8. But I heard about focus issues in the Art series. How can I be sure that I won't receive a bad copy? I'm in guam and I don't want to experience the hassle of sending back a bad copy and wait for a replacement.

A: Thank you for your interest in Sigma products. Due to the variation between the lenses and the DSLR cameras, it might be necessary to calibrate the AF to your camera. Most high end Nikon cameras feature AF Fine Tune in camera's menu so the user can easily calibrate the AF to the camera for any back or front focus deviation.

Q: 6. anyone know of a tripod mount collar ring or other type of support for this lens so all the weight of this heavy lens isnt entirely on where it mounts to the camera? thank you

A: There is no specific collar known for this lens. It would seem the folks at Sigma do not seem to think this is a problem. If you must have a support, get a video 15mm LWS such as this. Opteka Universal DSLR Camera Mount Rod System B&H # OPCXS25 and this support Tilta 15mm LWS Rod Lens Support B&H # TILST05

Q: 7. For Weddings, would you do the Sigma 135mm f/1.8 art, or the Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8mm lens?

A: I prefer the Sigma 135mm 1.8. It is one of the sharpest lenses we carry, allows a very beautiful compression of the subject, allow the background to disappear, and have beautiful shallow depth of field. Images are much more unique than with a 70-200 2.8. 70-200 2.8 would be more flexible, but Sigma 135mm 1.8 would offer sharper and more unique look.

Q: 8. What are the dimensions of the lens with lens hood attached?

A: With the lens hood attached, this lens is 7.5" long.

Q: 9. Does this lens come with a tripod collar?

A: No, Sigma does not manufacture a tripod collar designed for use with the Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens. The following items are listed as included with the lens under the "In The Box" section under the Overview tab on our website: In the Box Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens for Sony E LCF-82 III 82mm Lens Cap Rear Cap LCR II for Sony E Mount Lenses LH880­-03 Lens Hood Lens Case Limited 1-Year North and South America Warranty Limited 3-Year U.S.A. Warranty Extension

Q: 10. I got the Sigma 70-200mm 2.8 Sports lens, I hate it's petal hood shape, I'd rather use the LH880-03 with it, it says Bayonet and it is 105mm front compatible, can I use it with the 70-120m I've mentioned above?

A: No, the Sigma LH88000AD-03 240 Lens Hood is only for the Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Lens.