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Sigma 50mm f2 DG DN Contemporary

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Specifications

BrandSigma
CategoryNormal
Prime or ZoomPrime
Focus TypeAuto
Focal length (mm)50
Aperture (max)2
Filter Size (mm)58
Weight (g)350
Length (mm)68
Diameter (mm)70
Weather Sealed✔
Image Stabilization✘
Min. focus distance (m)0.45
Max. magnification0.15
Release Year2023
Release Price (USD)699
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Description and Reviews

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The Sigma 50mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary is a compact 350g standard prime from the I-series, offering a bright f/2 aperture, all-metal build, and everyday portability. Professional reviews praise its sharpness, pleasant bokeh, solid construction, and small size, while noting some vignetting and chromatic aberration wide open, and that it lacks the subject separation of faster 50mm lenses. As of Sep 14 2025, user sentiment is positive, with many photographers valuing its balance of image quality and portability for travel and casual shooting, though some see it as less compelling compared to faster or less expensive 50mm options.

From Sigma:

COMPACT 50mm. BIG SURPRISE.

Performance beyond expectations condensed into a small body. 50mm F2 joins the “Premium Compact Prime” I series.

The Sigma 50mm F2 DG | Contemporary features high optical performance with a bright F2 aperture, that creates expressive images with a shallow depth of field and beautiful bokeh effects. With its compact size, this popular classic focal length is perfect for portraits, street and everyday photography. The lens has been designed to be used over a long period of time. Using that same technology that Sigma used to create the Sigma CINE lens range, the 50mm F2 DG | Contemporary uses an all-metal construct that is robust and provides a premium feel. All these elements combine to create an exceptionally versatile lens that can be used in a variety of creative ways to create images in outstanding definition. Perfectly suited to new photographers looking to take the next step, professionals who require reliable lenses and photographers who prefer smaller full-frame lenses that offer the best optical quality

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