Sigma 16mm f/1.4 review by Imaging Resource: “a good lens”

The new 16mm Sigma lens is now shipping in EU and USA at Wex UK, Amazon Germany, BHphoto, Amazon and Adorama.

Imaging Resource tested the new Sigma lens and concludes:

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens is a solid choice for Sony E-mount and Micro Four Thirds shooters looking for a wide, fast prime lens that doesn’t break the bank. The optics are mostly impressive, capturing sharp, detailed images in nearly all situations. With some small nitpicks aside, including a poorly-designed lens hood and some issues with aberrations and flare, the lens is very good.
Taking into consideration its price point, build quality and the pros and cons of its overall performance, I think that the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is a good lens and could be a great choice depending on your particular needs.