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Sigma Announces Lens Mount Converter for Sony E-Mount Cameras
27 April 2016
Sigma has announced the immediate availability of its Mount Converter MC-11 to mount Sigma lenses on Sony E-mount, full frame and APS-C sensor cameras. Sony E-mount camera owners can now mount 15 high-performance Sigma Canon mount and Sigma mount Global Vision lenses.
Sigma E-Mount Converter. Note the electrical contacts providing extended functionality.
In addition, compatibility with both Sigma lens optical stabilization and Sony in-camera sensor shift stabilization ensures correction of camera shake and other stability issues. When used with in-camera stabilization, the MC-11 also allows angle shake correction in the lens.
Compatible Lenses. Including those that don't need the MC-11.
The MC-11 features an internal control data system to automatically optimize performance of AF drive, aperture control and other critical lens functions such as brightness and correct transverse chromatic aberration, distortion and more.
Firmware in Sigma Art, Contemporary and Sports lenses may need to be updated to the current version to use the MC-11. The built-in MC-11 LED display lets you know if an attached Sigma lens is compatible and if it needs to be updated. The Sigma lens can be updated from a workstation or laptop using the optional Sigma Optimization Pro software and USB Dock.
PRICE, AVAILABILITY
The MC-11 is available now for $248 at B&H.
New Sigma Global Vision Lens Mount Converter for Sony E-Mount Cameras Now Available
Recently released firmware provides compatibility updates for Global Vision Lens Owners
RONKONKOMA, N.Y. -- Sigma Corp. of America has announced the immediate availability of its new high-performance Sigma Global Vision lens converter -- the Mount Converter MC-11 -- for Sony E-mount, full frame and APS-C sensor cameras. Retailing for an MSRP of $249 and available through authorized dealers, the new MC-11 gives Sony E-mount camera users access to 15 high-performance Sigma Canon Mount and Sigma Mount Global Vision lenses.
"I have long been lured by the promise of aftermarket adapters to make all of the wonderful Sigma Art Lenses work on my Sony mirrorless cameras, but there was always a let down of some type ... until now," comments Brian Linhoff, Sigma Tech Rep. "I had the privilege of taking one of the first MC-11 products out for a test shoot and it worked flawlessly. Anyone that has dealt with the usual frustration of adapting lenses can appreciate that it worked in every aspect that I could think to test."
The built-in MC-11 LED display lets users know if the attached Sigma lens is compatible and if it needs to be updated. The Sigma lens can be updated from a workstation or laptop using the Sigma Optimization Pro software and Sigma USB Dock (sold separately).
Users should note that the firmware in their Sigma Art, Contemporary and Sports lenses may need to be updated to the current version in order to optimize functionality with the Sigma Mount Converter MC-11.
About the Mount Converter MC-11
Engineered for Sony E-mount cameras, the Sigma MC-11 features an internal control data system that automatically optimizes performance of AF drive, aperture control and other critical lens functions such as brightness and correct transverse chromatic aberration, distortion and more. Outstanding compatibility with both Sigma lens optical stabilization and Sony in-camera sensor shift stabilization ensures correction of camera shake and other stability issues and when used with in-camera stabilization, MC-11 allows angle shake correction in the lens. The integrated flocking helps prevent internal reflections and reduction in lens performance.
For more information on the Sigma MC-11 converter, visit http://www.sigmaphoto.com/mount-converter-mc-11.