The Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary redefines the standard zoom lens for mirrorless cameras: it combines outstanding optical performance and a constant aperture of f/2.8 with a lightweight and compact design.
From a design perspective, the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary is based on the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art, but with a focal length range starting at 28mm. This results in a significantly smaller and lighter lens body while maintaining the same excellent optical performance.
The slightly reduced wide-angle range of the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary compared to the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art allows for a considerable reduction in the size of the 28-70mm body. The concept of the Contemporary product line harmonizes performance with practicality.
The lens features a single, lightweight focusing element, allowing the AF unit to remain compact as well. Together with a quiet and fast stepping motor, this ensures responsive and nearly silent autofocus performance.
The 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary weighs only 470g, and when paired with the Sigma fp, it totals just 890g. Such an exceptionally lightweight camera system, weighing less than 1kg, provides photographers with an enormous degree of freedom and flexibility to realize their creative visions. It is also a perfect choice for filmmakers seeking a powerful, lightweight, and easy-to-handle camera system that works well with a gimbal and other accessories.
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Weight | 470 g |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Lens type | Normal Lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Focal length | 28 - 70 mm |
Item number | 14975279 |
Manufacturer | Sigma |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer no. | 592965 |
Release date | 5.3.2021 |
Sales rank in Category Lenses | 37 of 3590 |
Colour | Black |
Minimum focus distance | 0.38 m |
Lens type | Normal Lens, Zoom |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Aperture | 2.80 f/ |
Min. aperture | 22 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 28 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 70 mm |
Focal length | 28 - 70 mm |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Number of diaphragm blades | 9 x |
Filter thread | 67 mm |
Number of lenses | 16 |
Number of lens groups | 12 |
Lens equipment | Metal bayonet |
Optical zoom | 2.50 x |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Durability | Dustproof, Splashproof |
Min. aperture opening | f/22 |
Max. aperture | f/2.8 |
Aperture | f/2.8 - 22 |
Min. focal length (exact) | 0.03 m |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 0.07 m |
Filter thread | 0.07 m |
Lens equipment | Filter thread, Lens hood, Zoom function |
Country of origin | Japan |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Back cover LCR II, Front cover LCF-67mm III, LENS HOOD LH706-01 |
Weight | 470 g |
Length | 103.50 mm |
Diameter | 72.20 mm |
Length | 14 cm |
Width | 12 cm |
Height | 12 cm |
Weight | 792 g |
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Hardly any weaknesses - this is proven by the test on the DigitalPHOTO test chart. Sigma offers a great standard zoom with the 28-70mm.
If you can accept the four millimetre longer wide-angle setting compared to a classic 24-70, the new Sigma is an excellent lens at a very attractive price. In return, you get a light, compact and very well-made standard zoom.