What are the best SLR lenses for low-light photography?
This page compares 2 SLR lenses with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon F, Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art Lens for Nikon F. Prices range from £650 to £702. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon F
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£701.74 ≈ | 50mm | — | 0.18x | 40 cm | 13 | ✗ |
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This fast 50mm prime lens combines a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture with 13 elements in 8 groups, special low-dispersion glass, and an aspherical element for sharp, high-contrast images. Its quiet HSM autofocus and rounded nine-blade diaphragm make it well suited to portraits, everyday photography, and creative shallow-depth-of-field work. ★ Ideal forIt suits low-light photography because its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture gathers substantial light, while the sharp optical design and quiet HSM autofocus support handheld shooting and subject isolation.
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Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art Lens for Nikon F
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£649.98 ≈ | 18-35mm | — | 0.23x | 28cm | 17 in 12 groups | ✗ |
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This APS-C wide-to-normal zoom lens offers a constant f/1.8 aperture, strong sharpness, and fast, quiet HSM autofocus. It suits Nikon DX photographers who want one versatile lens for low-light scenes, events, street photography, portraits, and everyday shooting. ★ Ideal forIt suits low-light photography because its constant f/1.8 maximum aperture admits more light across the 18-35mm range, while the HSM autofocus supports fast and quiet focusing.
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