What is the sigma 16 28mm f 2 8 dg dn contemporary good for?

The Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary is a wide zoom for full-frame cameras, and it's at its best when you want a lot of scene in the frame. It fits Sony E and L-Mount bodies, and on APS-C it frames like 24-42mm.

It's a strong pick for landscapes. Wide focal lengths give you big skies and strong foregrounds, which is exactly why the landscape guide recommends a wide zoom. Be honest about the f/2.8 aperture, though. Landscape work usually happens at f/8 to f/11, so an f/4 zoom would be lighter and cheaper if speed isn't something you need.

It also suits street and documentary shooting if you like wide views. At 28mm you're close to the action, so you'll have to get near people. The lens isn't stabilised, so keep your shutter speeds up in dim light.

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