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SKU : 5714M41
30mm APS-C Standard Prime Lens
Bright f/1.4 Maximum Aperture
Contemporary Series Optical Design
Stepping Motor Autofocus System
9-Blade Rounded Diaphragm
7 Elements in 9 Groups Construction
Aspherical Elements for High Sharpness
Super Multi-Layer Coating
Compact Lightweight Body Design
The Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary (F/NZ version) is a fast APS-C standard prime lens designed for Nikon Z mount, also available in other mirrorless mounts. It delivers a natural 45mm full-frame equivalent perspective, making it one of the most versatile everyday lenses for photography and video.
It is ideal for portraits, street photography, travel, vlogging, and general content creation thanks to its sharp optics, bright aperture, and reliable autofocus performance.
| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN (F/NZ) Contemporary Lens | KSh 40,700 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Standard Prime Lens |
| Format Coverage | APS-C |
| Focal Length | 30mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Optical Design | 7 Elements in 9 Groups |
| Autofocus | Stepping Motor |
| Diaphragm | 9 Blades |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 30cm |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Weight | ~265g |
Delivers very sharp results across the frame with strong center performance, making it highly reliable for APS-C photography and hybrid content creation workflows
Produces excellent subject separation with smooth and natural background blur thanks to the bright f/1.4 aperture
Performs very well in low-light environments, allowing clean handheld shooting in indoor, evening, and night conditions without excessive ISO noise
Offers natural color rendering and strong contrast, giving images a professional and pleasing look straight out of camera
Controls chromatic aberration and distortion effectively, making it suitable for both photography and video production
Maintains consistent optical performance across a wide range of real-world shooting scenarios including portraits, street, and travel
Equipped with a fast and quiet stepping motor autofocus system designed for smooth and accurate focusing in both photo and video use
Supports reliable eye and face detection autofocus on compatible APS-C mirrorless cameras for portrait and content work
Lightweight and compact construction makes it ideal for everyday carry, travel shooting, and long handheld sessions
Natural 45mm full-frame equivalent field of view makes it extremely versatile for storytelling and general photography
Smooth manual focus override allows precise control for creative shooting situations
Strong balance between affordability, sharpness, and professional usability
Excellent choice for vlogging, interviews, and talking-head video due to its natural perspective and subject separation
Bright f/1.4 aperture enables strong low-light video performance with cleaner footage in darker environments
Smooth autofocus transitions ensure stable focus tracking during video recording sessions
Produces sharp and detailed 4K-ready footage suitable for professional content creation workflows
Compact design makes it ideal for handheld rigs, gimbals, and mobile video setups
Widely used by creators for YouTube, social media content, and documentary-style filming
Portrait photography
Street photography
Travel photography
Vlogging and content creation
Indoor and low-light photography
Everyday general-purpose shooting
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Very sharp wide-open at f/1.4 | APS-C only lens |
| Excellent low-light performance | No optical stabilization |
| Lightweight and portable design | Slightly soft edges at extreme wide aperture |
| Great value for money | Fixed focal length |
| Natural all-purpose field of view | Not weather sealed |
Is this lens good for beginners?
Yes, it is one of the best first prime lenses for APS-C cameras due to its versatility and ease of use.
Is it good for video?
Yes, it performs very well for vlogging, interviews, and general content creation.
How is it in low light?
Very good, thanks to the bright f/1.4 aperture which allows more light and cleaner images.
Is it better than kit lenses?
Yes, it is significantly sharper and offers much better background separation and low-light performance.
The Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary (F/NZ version) is one of the best APS-C standard prime lenses available, offering excellent sharpness, strong low-light capability, and a highly versatile focal length. At KSh 40,700 in Kenya, it delivers strong value for photographers and content creators who want professional results on a budget.
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