Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Canon RF

The Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary for Canon RF is a compact, fast short telephoto for APS-C cameras. It gives about a 90mm equivalent view, a natural length for portraits, and at 290g it is light enough to carry every day on an EOS R7, R10 or R50.

Image quality The optical design has 10 elements in 6 groups, with one SLD and two aspherical elements to control colour fringing and keep the image sharp wide open. Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting, and the supplied hood helps further against strong backlight.

Portraits and bokeh F1.4 and the short telephoto view separate a subject from the background very clearly, and the nine-blade rounded aperture keeps the blur smooth. It is also useful for low-light events, gigs and indoor sport where you cannot get close.

Autofocus and video A stepping motor gives smooth, quiet autofocus that suits video, and the lens works with the camera's face and eye detection to keep a moving subject's eye sharp.

Size and build It weighs 290g, measures 69.0 x 57.5mm and takes 55mm filters. The brass bayonet mount is sealed against dust and splashes. The minimum focus distance is 50cm, for a maximum magnification of 1:7.4.

Who it's for

This is for portrait, event and detail photographers who want a fast short telephoto that keeps the kit small. Of these, only the R7 has in-body stabilisation. For a wider standard view, pair it with the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN.

Also available for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, L-Mount and Micro Four Thirds.