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Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM Art

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Our verdictCompare Electronic editors

A workable camera lense for the basics, just know where it cuts corners before you buy.

53/100
vs other camera lenses
Scored 53/100 against other camera lenses, not against pricier classes above it.
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What we think

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Scores 53/100

Ranks as a entry-level option in our camera lenses list, judged purely on the published spec sheet.

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Built for the job

Standard lens with an initial light rke of 1.4

Worth knowing

Figures come from the manufacturer spec sheet and are checked against retailer listings.

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No constant aperture (zoom)

It skips constant aperture (zoom), a feature worth having if your use needs it. Fine for many setups, but worth checking against yours.

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No in-lens stabilisation

It skips in-lens stabilisation, a feature worth having if your use needs it. Fine for many setups, but worth checking against yours.

Our take

None of these are deal-breakers for the right buyer, but they are the trade-offs to weigh.

Best for

Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable camera lense for the essentials without overspending.

Skip if

Skip it if

You need constant aperture (zoom), in which case a higher-tier camera lense is the better call.

In short

A entry-level camera lense that fits more buyers than it doesn't.

Performance breakdown

Scored relative to the class, not against flagship models

vs other camera lenses
53/100
Best in class scored 84
Class average 61
Lowest in class 42
Overall spec score53 / 100
Our composite rating for this camera lense.
Value position53 / 100
Where it lands on features for the money in its class.
Future-proofing48 / 100
Headroom for more demanding use over time.

Who this is right for

Picture yourself in these scenarios. How well does this fit?

Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
Okay fit
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
Good fit
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
Okay fit

What every spec actually means

Numbers translated into real-world impact

Weight815 g

How heavy the unit is

Spec score53/100

Our overall rating for this camera lense against its class.

Complete specifications

Verified across manufacturer datasheets and retailer spec tables

All specs
weight g
815
class avg 812 g

Common questions

The things people ask before buying this product

Is the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM Art worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 53/100 against other camera lenses, a entry-level result where the class average is around 61.

What stands out on the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM Art?

Its overall 53/100 rating against the rest of the camera lenses class.

How does it compare to the NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S?

The NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S scores 54/100 versus this one at 53/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.

If this isn't quite right

Better alternatives depending on what you actually need

If you want to spend less
Sony 12-24mm f/2.8 G Master E-Mount
The Sony 12-24mm f/2.8 G Master E-Mount covers the basics for less outlay.
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If you want the best
Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S
The NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S scores higher and adds headroom for demanding setups.
See review →
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