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PRESS RELEASE: Fisheye lens with close up ability designed exclusively for use with APS-C size digital SLR cameras
10mm F2.8 EX DC FISHEYE HSM - Fisheye lens designed specifically for APS-C digital SLR cameras
- 13.5cm minimum focusing distance and 1:3.3 maximum magnification allows close up photography
- Equipped with HSM allowing full-time manual focus override
- Equisolid angle projection system is possible for art and scientific use
The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the new 10mm F2.8 EX DC FISHEYE HSM lens. This autofocus fisheye lens is designed for use with digital SLR cameras equipped with APS-C size image sensors. The Nikon version produces a diagonal angle of view of 180°(154°for Sigma, 167°for Canon). The diagonal field of view of this fisheye lens produces striking images with exaggerated perspective and distortion. The minimum focusing distance of 13.5cm/5.3inch, and maximum magnification 1:3.3 allows subjects to be as close as 1.8cm/0.7inch from the lens’ front element. This close focusing capability allows close-up photography and also it is possible to make use of large depth of field that covers wide range of subjects. The Integral hood blocks out extraneous light and the Super Multi-Layer Coating minimizes flare and ghosting, creating superior image quality. The HSM(Hyper Sonic Motor)ensures fast and quiet autofocusing and allows full-time manual focus override by rotation of the focus ring. This lens is supplied with a gelatin filter holder at the rear, allowing the use of gelatin filters. 10mm F2.8 EX DC FISHEYE HSM (case included) | Specifications (for Sigma mount) | | | Lens construction | 7 Groups
12 Elements | | Angle of view | 154° (180° for Nikon, 167° for Canon) | | Number of blades | 7 pcs | | Minimum Aperture | F22 | | Minimum Focusing Distance | 13.5cm / 5.3in. | | Maximum Magnification | 1 : 3.3 | | Filter | Insertion-type gelatin filter into rear of the lens | | Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | Ø 75.8mm X 83.1mm / Ø 3in. X 3.3in. | | Weight | TBD | | Barcode No. | | SIGMA AF | 0085126 477561 | | NIKON AF | 0085126 477554 | | CANON AF | 0085126 477547 | | Accessories | | FRONT CAP ADAPTER CA477-67(supplied) | 0085126-477523 | . | | *Product appearance and specifications are subject to change. | | *Vignetting will occur if the lens is used with digital cameras with image sensors larger than APS-C size or 35mm SLR cameras. |
(First posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 19:47 EST)
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