Sigma is often recognized as one of the well-known third-party optical brands in Japan, and it has created some exceptional lenses over the decades. While we applaud them for their lenses, there is another sphere where the company has been trying to excel: cameras.
For over a decade, Sigma has announced several cameras, some of which were truly odd pieces of tech. Today, we look at a few and share what went wrong with them. . thephoblographer.com
Phototrend had a chat with Sigma CEO Yamaki and here are the key highlights summed up by Asobinet: Why were you able to launch so many products in 2025? Was there an increase in personnel or organizational changes? The company has not significantly increased its workforce, instead hiring a small number of employees each year,… The post Sigma CP+ Interview at Phototrend: New 85mm f/1. sonyalpharumors.com »
2026-03-03 17:07
Sigma has been growing its telephoto range, with the most recent addition being the 300-600mm f4 Sports announcement. However, the world is trying to step ahead, with 800mm being the new norm. Tamron reportedly has been working on its 200-800mm lens, with Sigma now also said to join the ranks. thephoblographer.com »
2025-06-09 16:00
Last week, AsobiNet reported that some specialty camera stores in Japan had listed the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art lens for Sony E-Mount and Leica L-Mount as discontinued. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2023-09-15 00:27
It appears that Sigma has discontinued 18 of its older DSLR lenses, joining Tamron, Nikon, and Canon in shifting focus to mirrorless cameras. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-09-27 17:36
In late March, Sigma published a service notice for the newly-announced 28-70mm f/2. 8 lens where ghosting resistance may deteriorate in some circumstances. The company delayed shipping it in order to address the issue, and today Sigma has announced that the problem has been solved. petapixel.com »
2021-04-09 23:33
Are you looking for some rock solid, super sharp, fast focusing, gorgeous Sigma lenses? If so you're going to love what we have found for you. These photography deals will surely put a smile on your face. thephoblographer.com »
2019-03-10 08:00
Sigma has officially opened up pre-orders for the 28mm F1. 4 DG HSM Art lens it first showed off at Photokina in September 2018. The lens, which Sigma said would be available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA and Sony E mounts, is listed as pre-order for $1,399 USD at both Adorama and B&H. dpreview.com »
2019-01-11 19:46
Sigma has been making quality lenses for a long time, and now the giant lens maker has put all of their lenses on sale just in time for the holidays. There are some truly excellent deals to be had on some of the best glass in the business, like the Sigma 35mm f1. thephoblographer.com »
2018-11-23 23:01
Sigma has released new firmware for the following flash, mount converter and lenses. Sigma flash and mount converter with the following firmware updates: ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-630 It has corrected the phenomenon where it occasionally stops communicating after recovering from Auto Power Off. canonrumors.com »
2018-06-13 16:51
Sigma has released new firmware for Canon mount versions of four of its lenses: 17-70mm F2. 8-4 DC Macro OS HSM | Contemporary Canon 18-200mm F3. 5-6. 3 DC Macro OS HSM | Contemporary Canon 18-300mm F3. dpreview.com »
2017-05-17 20:49
Sigma 85mm F1. 4 DG HSM Art Sigma is showing off its latest lenses, including the long-anticipated 85mm F1. 4 addition to its Art range of high-quality optics. This means five Art F1. 4 primes are now available in the 20 - 85mm range. dpreview.com »
2016-09-20 16:53