Sigma introduces new AF 24-60mm F2.8 EX DG lens for DSLR cameras

Sigma introduced the new AF 24-60mm F2.8 EX DG lens designed for DSLR cameras. Its key feature is compact layout of Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements and aspherical lenses that makes total size 83.6mm diameter x 84.5mm length. Minimal focusing distance is 38cm at any focal length. SLD elements compensate color aberrations usual for wide-angle lenses. More AF 24-60mm F2.8 EX DG features are below:

• Focal Length: 24-60mm
• Minimum Aperture: F22
• Lens Construction: 16 Elements in 15 Groups
• Focusing System: Inner Focus
• Angle of View: 84.1° — 39.6°
• Number of Diaphragm Blades: 9pcs
• Minimum Focusing Distance: 38cm (14.9")
• Maximum Magnification: 1:5.8
• Filter Size (diameter): 77mm
• Lens Hood: Petal shape hood
• Dimensions: Diameter 83.6mm (3.29") X Length 84.5mm (3.32")
• Mounts (AF): Sigma, Canon, Nikon (D), Minolta (D) and Pentax
• Weight: 555 g / 19.5 oz
• Availability: Sigma SA, Canon AF: June 1st, 2004; Nikon AF: Middle of June 2004; Minolta AF, Pentax AF: TBA