With its wide angle view from 102.4 degrees it can produce striking images with exaggerated perspective. The maximum aperture of F3.5 is ideal for indoor shooting and it enables photographers to emphasize the subject. Two ELD (Extraordinary Low Dispersion) glass elements and a SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass element provide excellent correction of color aberration. Four aspherical lenses provide correction for distortion and allow compact and lightweight construction. The Super Multi-Layer coating reduces flare and ghosting. High image quality is assured throughout the entire zoom range. The incorporation of HSM (Hyper-Sonic Motor) ensures a quiet and high-speed auto focus as well as full-time manual focusing capability. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 9.4 inches (24cm) throughout the entire zoom range and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:6.6. The lens design incorporates an inner focusing system which eliminates front lens rotation, making the lens particularly suitable for using the Petal-type hood and polarizing filter. The Petal-type hood blocks extraneous light and reduces internal reflection.

Lens Construction	13 Elements in 10 Groups
Angle of View	102.4 - 63.8 degrees
Number of Diaphragm Blades	7 Blades
Minimum Aperture	F22
Minimum Focusing Distance	24cm / 9.4 in.
Maximum Magnification	1:6.6
Filter Size	Diameter 82mm
Lens Hood	Petal-type Hood
Dimensions	Diameter 87.3mm X Length 88.2mm 3.4 in. X 3.5 in.
Weight	TBD
Corresponding AF Mounts	SIGMA, CANON, NIKON, PENTAX, SONY
* The appearance, specifications, and the like of the product are subject to change for improvement without notice. * Vignetting will occur if the lens is used with 35mm SLR cameras or digital cameras with image sensors larger than APS-C size. *For Pentax mount, if the camera body does not support HSM, auto focus will not be available.