Sigma Cine Prime

1. Overview

The Sigma Cine FF High Speed Prime 20mm is a modern full-frame cinema lens that Sigma launched in 2017 as part of its first dedicated cine lens series. With a T1.5 aperture, it positions itself as a fast lens option in the modern rental market, typically serving as a more affordable alternative to Arri/Zeiss sets.

2. Characteristics

Flare characteristics according to the CINEFLARES datasheet:

• Types: Spherical Spot, Starburst
• Colors: Blue, Green
• Intensity: Low

Linked Pattern Entries:

• spherical-spot

3. Creative Use

The 20mm is suitable for wide interiors, confined shooting locations, and environmental establishing shots where full-frame resolution is desired without the distortion of cheaper wide-angle lenses. The look is clean and high-contrast – not a pronounced character, but rather reproducible and consistent across the entire set. Flares are minimal, with slight blue and green reflections and a starburst when stopped down. The lens is primarily found in indie productions and series formats that require a high-performance cine set without a premium budget. Rental houses usually carry it as a package with other Sigma Cine focal lengths.

4. Specs Overview

5. Status Tracker

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