Sigma had an outstanding year in 2025, launching a bold new camera, the Sigma BF, and a diverse range of high-quality lenses, solidifying its reputation as a top photo company with innovative products and impressive optical performance.
Sigma, a leading optics manufacturer, is not available on Nikon Z-mount due to undisclosed reasons, which appears to be a decision by Nikon rather than Sigma. This exclusion is notable as other third-party brands like Viltrox are actively producing affordable, autofocus full-frame lenses for Z-mount, highlighting a possible strategic move by Nikon to limit Sigma's market access and protect its own market share. The situation has caused frustration among photographers and industry insiders, raising questions about Nikon's motives and the future of third-party lens compatibility on Z-mount.
The Sigma 50mm f/1.2 Art lens impresses with its compact design, excellent build quality, and competitive pricing, challenging the notion of ultra-fast aperture lenses being overly large and expensive. With a wide f/1.2 aperture, the lens delivers sharp, smooth, and well-controlled images, even at its widest setting, and offers beautiful bokeh with minimal aberrations. Priced at $1,400, it outperforms and undercuts comparable lenses in both L-mount and Sony E-mount, making it a compelling choice for photographers seeking high-quality optics at an affordable price.
Overwatch 2 Season 4 Battle Pass brings a spacefaring-themed Battle Pass with unique cosmetic goodies, including Lifeweaver, a new support hero, and Sigma's Mythic skin. The Premium Battle Pass costs 1,000 Overwatch Coins, and Lifeweaver can be unlocked at Tier 55 of the free Battle Pass track or instantly with the Premium Battle Pass. Sigma's Mythic skin can be unlocked at Tier 80.
Sigma has released its first-ever lenses for the Nikon Z mount, consisting of three super-fast primes in its Contemporary range. The Sigma 16mm, 30mm, and 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lenses are designed for APS-C bodies like the Nikon Z fc, Nikon Z50, and Nikon Z30, where they enjoy effective focal lengths of 24mm, 45mm, and 84mm, respectively. The lenses are optically excellent and are available for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M, Micro Four Thirds, and L-Mount. The Sigma lenses are available from April 21 for $399-$499.
Sigma has announced three new compact prime lenses, including the 17mm f/4 DG DN, the 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary, and the 50mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary, designed for full-frame mirrorless systems. The 23mm f/1.4 is designed for APS-C cameras. Sigma also announced the upcoming availability of three existing lenses for the Nikon Z-Mount. The lenses feature fast and reliable autofocus for both still and video capture, and are ideal for various photography styles, including landscapes, journalism, and everyday photography.