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Sigma Contemporary 12mm f/1.4 DC

93.3 Professional Score
12mmf/1.4Canon RFWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Combining an ultra-bright f/1.4 aperture with a compact 225g build, this 12mm prime delivers a 19.2mm full-frame equivalent view ideal for low-light landscapes and vlogging. Its stepping motor provides fast, quiet autofocus with minimal focus breathing, while the dust- and splash-resistant construction ensures reliability outdoors. This lens is best for street photographers and vloggers needing a lightweight, weather-sealed wide-angle with strong subject separation.

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Sigma Art 17-40mm F1.8 DC

69.1 Professional Score
17-40mmf/1.8Canon RF
Why we recommend this ▼

A constant F1.8 aperture across the 17-40mm zoom range delivers consistent brightness and depth-of-field control unmatched by typical kit lenses. Its Art-series optical design ensures crisp image quality for both stills and cinematic video on Canon RF APS-C bodies. This lens is best for portrait and event photographers who need a fast, versatile wide-to-standard zoom in a compact 562g package.

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Sigma Art 17-40mm F1.8 DC lens
Price $919
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