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Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG Contemporary

A compact 45mm f/2.8 from Sigma's I series with an aperture ring and 24cm close focus, 215-235g. This is the L-Mount version.

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£499 new
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Core
Released
2019
Focal Length
45mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Compatible Mount
Leica L-mount
Filter Size
55mm
Dimensions
64mm diameter × 46.2mm length
Weight
220g
Weather Sealed
No
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
Stepping motor
Optical IS
None (relies on body IS if available)
Aperture Blades
7
Magnification
0.25x
Min. Focus Distance
0.24m

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
5.4
Street
7.3
Travel
5.6
Wedding & Events
5.7
Filmmaking
5.4
Documentary
5.6
Landscape
4.9
Casual
6.8
Food
4.5
Macro
4.1
Architecture
4.6
Astrophotography
4.7
Underwater
4.8
✅ Great For
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Street 7.3 Strong on portability, focal length and value for money.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
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Macro 4.1 Held back by focal length and optical stabilisation.
🍽️
Food 4.5 Held back by focal length and optical stabilisation.
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Architecture 4.6 Held back by focal length and optical stabilisation.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
Price History — 45mm f/2.8 DG Contemporary