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Product Spotlight with the Sigma 85mm 1.4 DG HSM Art Lens

In terms of portrait lenses, the 85mm is a definite go-to choice for professional photographers. The Sigma Art lens lineup is known for top-notch quality matched with an unbeatable price point, and the 85mm 1.4 is a piece of glass that sits at the top of this lineup. 

The Sigma 85mm 1.4 DG HSM Art is the latest addition to the world-renowned Sigma Global Vision Line and ushers in a new era of quality and performance for this popular fast prime focal length. Designed and engineered for unparalleled image quality, the Sigma 85mm 1.4 Art employs a completely new optical design and premium components that include: 

  • Stellar optical performance.
  • A 9-blade rounded diaphragm that creates beautiful background bokeh to isolate and accentuate the subject.
  • Updated Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) with 1.3x the Torque of previous generations for fast and efficient autofocus.
  • Designed and tested for high megapixel cameras.

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