2) Sigma Lens Format Abbreviations DG – lenses compatible with full-frame sensor DSLR cameras. DC – lenses designed for for APS-C DLSR cameras. DN – lenses designed for compact system cameras.
What does DG mean on a lens?
The DG designation indicates that the lens has been optimised for use with digital SLR cameras. The DG lenses feature improved (more even) light distribution from image centre to edge, especially at maximum aperture, compared to conventional fast wide-angle lenses.
Is Sigma DC full-frame?
While the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art Lens is designed to cover only an APS-C-sized camera sensor, this lens mounts and functions on a full frame DSLR.
What does DC mean on a camera lens?
Defocus Control
“DC” stands for Defocus Control. DC allows the photographer to change the distortion characteristics of the lens so the “look” of the out-of-focus elements in the foreground or background can be changed to produce more pleasing photos, particularly portraits.
What does Sigma DC lens mean?
Can I use a Sigma DC lens on full-frame?
SIGMA DC lenses for DSLRs feature the same Canon EF and Nikon F mounts as the full-frame lenses, and thus, can technically be mounted to full-frame DSLRs, but you will notice significant vignetting on full-frame cameras, since the smaller image circle will not cover the entire sensor.
What kind of lens is the Sigma 17-70mm F4?
The 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro HSM OS is the first lens in the Contemporary category of Sigma’s Global Vision. The Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 was designed to be the ideal all-purpose lens for APS-C sized sensors.
What is the Sigma 17-70mm macro OS HSM?
The Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM is a premium fast ‘normal’ zoom for APS-C SLRs, which is designed as an upgrade for photographers who have outgrown the ‘kit’ zooms typically supplied with camera bodies.
Is the 17-70mm lens compatible with the Sigma USB dock?
The 17-70mm F2.8-4 Macro DC HSM OS is compatible with the Sigma USB dock for an increased level of customization. The perfect all-purpose travel lens, the 17-70mm F2.8 Macro DC HSM OS is a must have for any camera bag. Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 79mm x 82mm mm/3.1in x 3.2in
What kind of lens is the canon 17-70?
Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Contemporary Lens for Canon EF. Mixing a useful zoom range with a sophisticated design, the Canon EF-mount Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM is a Contemporary-series lens, also characterized by its compact, lightweight profile.
