Fixed focal length series for digital full-frame cameras — handcrafted lenses with a distinctive, slightly soft optical character. Popular for narrative film and portrait work.
Definition
The Sigma Cine FF Classic Art Prime lenses are a professional series of cine primes for full-frame sensors, characterized by their distinctive, cinematic look. These lenses combine the optical qualities of the popular Sigma Art series with special cine modifications for professional film productions. They offer a warm, organic image rendition with controlled optical aberrations, lending the image a unique "character" – in contrast to clinically sharp, sterile optics.
The series includes classic focal lengths from 14mm to 135mm and was specifically developed for modern digital cinema cameras. Characteristic features include uniform gear rings for follow focus systems, consistent front diameters, and uniform color rendition across all focal lengths.
Practical Application
These lenses are particularly suitable for narrative productions where a warm, filmic look is desired. They are frequently used in feature films, high-quality TV productions, and commercials where organic character is more important than technical perfection. The bokeh quality (out-of-focus rendering) is particularly creamy and supports emotional visual storytelling.
Technical Details
Focal Lengths
| 14 | 20 | 24 | 35 | 50 | 85 | 105 | 135 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T2.5 | T1.8 | T1.8 | T1.8 | T1.8 | T1.8 | T1.8 | T2.1 |
| 0.27m | 0.28m | 0.25m | 0.30m | 0.40m | 0.85m | 1.00m | 0.87m |
| 1.6kg | 1.3kg | 1.3kg | 1.3kg | 1.4kg | 1.6kg | 1.7kg | 2.1kg |
| 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 |
| 104° | 84° | 74° | 54° | 40° | 24° | 19° | 15° |
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PL/EF · 95mm Front · 180° Focus · T1.8-T2.5 · Full Frame