Large F2.8 aperture and superb image quality
The compact body provides a versatile full-frame equivalent zoom range of 28.8mm to 80mm. Its wide aperture of F2.8 throughout the entire zoom range, thanks to the latest optical design technology, allows for beautiful bokeh effects and sharp images. It also features a minimum focusing distance of 12.1cm and a maximum magnification of 1:2.8, enabling photographers to capture close-up shots of their subjects using the compact shooting system.

Exceptionally compact and lightweight body ideal for mirrorless cameras
"The SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary is designed to be compact and lightweight, taking full advantage of APS-C mirrorless cameras. Despite its F2.8 aperture, it is the smallest and lightest in its class*2 with dimensions of maximum diameter φ69.2mm, length of 74.5mm, and weight of 300g.*3 This makes the large-aperture standard zoom easy to carry daily."