Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG II | Art - Lens review and specs

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35mm

Focal length

f/1.4

Max aperture

525 g

Weight

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Max aperture

f/1.4

f/2

Constant Aperture

Aperturef/1.4

f/1.4f/16

Near focus5' 10"

Far focus6' 8"

Total DOF9"

Hyperfocal99' 8"

Subject distance6' 3"

Focal length35 mm

Aperturef/1.4

SensorFull Frame

Illustrative scene preview based on this lens's focal length, aperture, and sensor coverage.

This preview uses 35mm, f/1.4, and Full Frame. Subject distance is estimated to keep lens previews comparable.

Min aperture: f/16
Diaphragm blades: 11

Optics

Optical construction: 15 elements in 12 groups
Special elements: 2 SLD, 4 aspherical elements
Coatings: AAC (Advanced Amorphous Coating), water- and oil-repellent front coating

Focusing

Minimum focus: 28 cm
Max magnification: 0.185×
AF motor: Dual HLA

Physical

Weight: 525 g
Dimensions: ⌀73mm × 96mm
Filter thread: 67 mm
Hood included: LH725-01
Color: Black

Handling & Controls

Custom Buttons: 2

Recommended Use

Ideal for: astro, Landscapes, Portraits, Street, Travel, Vlogging, Walkaround / Daily, Weddings

Release year: 2026
Announced: Feb 24, 2026
Approx price: $1059 USD

The best

The 35mm Art refreshed for full-frame mirrorless

Also

F1.4, Dual HLA and full controls in a compact body

Summary

The Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG II | Art is the official refresh of Sigma's fast 35mm Art prime for full-frame mirrorless cameras, available in Sony E-mount and L-Mount. Sigma positions it as the finest 35mm F1.4 in its history, with an optical construction of 15 elements in 12 groups, two SLD elements, four aspherical elements and a Dual HLA autofocus drive designed to respond quickly and quietly.

Its photographic value is the mix of a natural 35mm angle of view, a bright f/1.4 aperture, a body that is smaller than the previous generation and a control layout suited to hybrid work. The official specification confirms an 11-blade rounded diaphragm, 28 cm minimum focus, about 0.19x maximum magnification, a 67 mm filter thread, dust- and splash-resistant construction, AAC coating, aperture ring, iris lock, de-click switch and two AFL buttons.

In practical use, this wide-angle prime fits weddings, environmental portraiture, street photography, reportage, travel, lifestyle work, shallow-depth-of-field video and night photography. It does not replace a macro or telephoto lens, but for photographers who want a fast, durable 35mm with modern autofocus, it stands as a serious alternative to more expensive native options.