About this model
The Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art is a unique telephoto zoom designed for APS-C (DX-format) Nikon DSLRs. It offers a bright constant f/1.8 aperture throughout the zoom range, allowing fast shutter speeds in low light and shallow depth of field for portraits and events. The optical design includes SLD and FLD glass elements to minimise chromatic aberration, and the Hyper Sonic Motor provides quick, quiet autofocus with full-time manual override. As part of Sigma's Art line, it prioritises optical performance and build quality, with a robust construction and a zoom lock switch to prevent lens creep. It does not have optical stabilisation.
Key specs
| Type | Telephoto zoom lens (APS-C) |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 50–100mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8 (constant) |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 |
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) with full-time manual focus |
| Image stabilisation | No |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.95m |
| Filter size | 82mm |
| Weight | approx. 1490g |
Compatibility
Fits Nikon F-mount APS-C (DX) DSLRs. It can be mounted on full-frame Nikon F-mount bodies, but it is a DX lens, so its image circle does not cover full frame; use DX crop mode to avoid vignetting (on some third-party lens/camera combinations, DX crop may need to be selected manually). Uses 82mm filters and does not have optical stabilisation.
Questions about this model
Is this lens compatible with full-frame Nikon cameras?
It can be mounted on full-frame Nikon F-mount cameras, but it is a DX lens and does not cover the full-frame image circle. You should use DX crop mode to avoid vignetting; on some third-party lens/camera combinations, DX crop may need to be selected manually. DX crop mode reduces resolution.
Does the Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8 have image stabilisation?
No, this lens does not include optical stabilisation.
What is the minimum focusing distance?
The minimum focus distance is 0.95m.
