Sigma announces four new lenses – including a world-first superzoom that could be the only travel lens you need

• Sigma reveals four upcoming L- and E-mount lenses
• 35mm F1.2 II, 135mm F1.4 and 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 coming September 25 2025
• 28-45mm T2 autofocus cinema lens also announced

Sigma has just announced an impressive quartet of lenses that should have photographers and videographers alike reaching for their wallets. The Japanese lens manufacturer is launching three new options for still photography – including what it says is the world's first autofocus 135mm f/1.4 lens – alongside its inaugural autofocus cinema lens.

All four will be available in both L-Mount and Sony E-mount varieties when they launch on September 25 2025 (bar the cinema lens, which is due to follow in November).

The star of the new line-up might be the Sigma 135mm F1.4 DG Art, which the company claims is the world's first 135mm autofocus lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.4. If you're wondering why that's such a big deal, it's because this focal length has traditionally maxed out at f/1.8 for autofocus lenses – that extra two-thirds of a stop makes a meaningful difference for both low-light performance and bokeh quality.

Sigma is positioning this as the ultimate portrait lens, and the specs appear to back up that claim. The effective aperture diameter produces bokeh that's larger than even Sigma's renowned 105mm F1.4 "Bokeh Master" and comparable to the company's 200mm F2 Sports lens. That's serious background-melting potential.

At 50.4oz / 1,430g and 135.5mm in length, it's certainly not a lightweight option, but Sigma includes an Arca-Swiss compatible magnesium alloy tripod socket for extended shooting sessions.

Then there’s the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art, arriving six years after its predecessor – the world's first 35mm f/1.2 mirrorless lens. This time around, Sigma has managed to shrink the package considerably while improving optical performance.

This version is approximately 30% lighter and 20% shorter than its predecessor but, despite the size reduction, Sigma claims improved optical performance with better correction of chromatic aberration and sagittal coma flare.

Like the original, this lens is all about delivering that coveted f/1.2 look – superb sharpness where you want it and creamy bokeh where you don't. The company has paid particular attention to minimizing focus breathing, making it equally suitable for video work as stills photography.

Have lens, will travel

Perhaps the most intriguing of the trio is Sigma's 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary – what the company claims is the world's first 10x zoom lens starting at an ultra-wide 20mm focal length for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Quite a mouthful, but impressive.

This is clearly Sigma's answer to the "one lens for everything" crowd. The 20mm wide end opens up creative possibilities that conventional high-power zooms simply can't match, while the 200mm telephoto reach handles everything from portraits to sports. The maximum magnification ratio of 1:2 at focal lengths between 28-85mm adds macro capabilities to the mix.

What's perhaps most impressive is how Sigma has managed to package all this versatility into a lens weighing just 19.4oz / 550g and measuring 115.5mm in length. For travel photographers who want to pack light without sacrificing creative options, this could be the perfect companion.

Rounding out the announcements is Sigma's first foray into autofocus cinema lenses with the 28-45mm T2 FF, launching November 6th. Built around the optical system of Sigma's acclaimed 28-45mm F1.8 Art lens, the cinema version adds professional video features like industry-standard 0.8M pitch gears, a limited-rotation focus ring, and a clickless aperture ring. The HLA autofocus system promises near-silent operation, which is crucial for video work.

At 42.3oz / 1.2kg it's a substantial piece of kit, but that's par for the course in the cinema world. The included lens support foot and professional features suggest Sigma is serious about competing with established cinema lens manufacturers.

With these four lenses, Sigma is clearly making a statement about its commitment to the mirrorless market. The 135mm F1.4 breaks new ground in portrait photography, the 35mm F1.2 II refines an already excellent design, and the 20-200mm offers unprecedented versatility in a compact package. The cinema lens, meanwhile, signals Sigma's intent to expand beyond the world stills photography.

As for pricing, the 135mm F1.4 costs $1,899 / £1,649, the 35mm F1.2 II costs $1,499 / £1,249, the 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 DG costs $999 / £799 and the 28-45mm T2 FF cinema lens costs $3,399 / £2,599 (Australia pricing TBC). It's unclear if Sigma will make any of these lenses for other lens mounts besides L- and Sony E-mount.

These lenses represent good value compared to first-party alternatives. For photographers looking to expand their glass collection with high-quality third-party options, September 25 can't come soon enough.

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