Sigma Firmware Updates

Three Sigma DG DN Art lenses have firmware new updates available:

• Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens version 04
• Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens version 02
• Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art Lens version 04

Download these updates from Sigma Global.

These firmware updates incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Compatibility with continuous shooting of up to approximately 120 frames per second has been added for the autofocus modes (AF-S/DMF/MF) on Sony a9 III cameras.
2. The operational stability has been improved. (only Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens)

Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens firmware update version 02 is available for download (Sigma Global).

Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens firmware update version 04 is available for download (Sigma Global).

These firmware update incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. An issue where autofocus occasionally fails to focus when digital zoom is enabled.
2. Compatibility with continuous shooting of up to approximately 120 frames per second has been added for the focus modes (AF-S/DMF/MF) on Sony a9 III cameras.

Get the Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens and Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens at B&H.

Sigma has released a firmware update for the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens.

This firmware update incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improved operational stability

Get the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens from B&H.

Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art Lens firmware update version .04 is available for download.

Firmware Version .04 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. AF assist function during video recording is now supported.
   *Only SONY camera models with AF assist function are supported.

Get the Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art Lens at B&H.

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports

Thank you for purchasing and using our products. We would like to announce that a firmware update for the 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports is now available.

[Applicable product]

SIGMA 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports for L-Mount

[Benefit of the update]

Ver.1.1

The newly developed “OS2” image stabilization algorithm has been updated to improve the image stabilization effect from approximately 4 stops to approximately 6.5 stops at the wide end and 5.5 stops at the telephoto end.

Supports Leica Extender L 1.4x by Leica Camera AG

[How to update]

For those who update the firmware in-camera

Refer to the following page for firmware updates.

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/support/purpose/firmware/?mode=search&product_category=lens

For those who own the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11

Connect the lens to a computer via the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 (sold separately), then open SIGMA Optimization Pro. If the lens firmware isn’t the latest version, the following message will appear: ‘The latest lens firmware is available’. Click ‘Yes’ to update.

Note:

Before updating lens firmware using the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11, please ensure you update SIGMA Optimization Pro to the latest version.

Do not remove the lens or press the detachment button while updating firmware.

[SIGMA Optimization Pro download page]

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/software/sigma-optimization-pro/

[Applicable product]

·SIGMA 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports for Sony E-mount

[Benefit of the update]

Ver.03

The newly developed “OS2” image stabilization algorithm has been updated to improve the image stabilization effect from approximately 4 stops to approximately 6.5 stops at the wide end and 5.5 stops at the telephoto end.

Improved tracking performance when the camera’s focus mode is set to AF-C.

[How to update]

Please select the applicable product from the following page, go to the download page, click “Sony E-mount(applicable Serial No.)” and follow the update procedure.

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/support/purpose/firmware/?mode=search&product_category=lens

*After the update is complete, be sure to remove the battery pack from the camera and reinsert it.

For further information, please contact your nearest authorized SIGMA subsidiary / distributor.

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/world-network/

We appreciate your continued support for our company and products.

Learn more: Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens Review

Get the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens at B&H.

A Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens firmware update is coming soon.

This firmware update will incorporate the following fixes and enhancements:

1. By updating the image stabilization algorithm to the newly developed OS2, the image stabilization performance will be improved from approximately 4 stops to approximately 6.5 stops at the wide end and 5.5 stops at the telephoto end. (Based on CIPA standard, measured with a 35mm full-frame camera at focal lengths of 150mm and 600mm)
2. In addition, for Sony E-mount lenses, the AF-C tracking performance has been improved.

Get the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens at B&H.

From Sigma Global:

Firmware update for SIGMA Global Vision lenses in Sony E-mount

Thank you for purchasing and using our products. We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for SIGMA Global Vision lenses in Sony E-mount listed below.

[Applicable products]

·SIGMA 24mm F3.5 DG DN | Contemporary in Sony E-mount Ver.02
·SIGMA 90mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary in Sony E-mount Ver.02

[Benefit of the update]

AF assist function during video recording is now supported.
*Only SONY camera models with AF assist function are supported.

The focus distance shown on the screen during manual focus has been optimized.

[Applicable products]

·SIGMA 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art in Sony E-mount Ver.04
·SIGMA 45mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary in Sony E-mount Ver.04
·SIGMA 105mm F2.8 DG DN MACRO | Art in Sony E-mount Ver.02

[Benefit of the update]

AF assist function during video recording is now supported.
*Only SONY camera models with AF assist function are supported.

[Applicable products]

·SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Contemporary in Sony E-mount Ver.03

[Benefit of the update]

AF assist function during video recording is now supported.
*Only SONY camera models with AF assist function are supported.

*If the firmware of this product is Ver. 01, it is not possible to update the lens firmware via the camera. Please contact our Customer Support Department for the firmware update to be performed by us.

[How to update]

Please select the applicable product from the following page, go to the download page, click “Sony E-mount” and follow the update procedure. https://www.sigma-global.com/en/support/purpose/firmware/?mode=search&product_category=lens

*After the update is complete, be sure to remove the battery pack from the camera and reinsert it.

From Sigma Global:

Firmware update for SIGMA Global Vision lenses in Sony E-mount

Thank you for purchasing and using our products.

We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for SIGMA Global Vision lenses in Sony E-mount listed below.

[Applicable products]

·SIGMA 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary in Sony E-mount
·SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary in Sony E-mount

[Benefit of the update]

·AF assist function during video recording is now supported.

*Only Sony camera models with AF assist function are supported.

[Applicable product]

·SIGMA 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports in Sony E-mount

[Benefits of the update]

·AF assist function during video recording is now supported.

*Only Sony camera models with AF assist function are supported.

·The phenomenon whereby in rare cases the focus moves after being set during single AF when it is used on the Sony a7 IV has been corrected.

[How to update]

Please select the applicable product from the following page, go to the download page, click “Sony E-mount” and follow the update procedure. https://www.sigma-global.com/en/support/purpose/firmware/?mode=search&product_category=lens

*After the update is complete, be sure to remove the battery pack from the camera and reinsert it.

Learn more:

Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens Review
Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens Review
Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens Review

From Sigma Global:

Firmware update for SIGMA Global Vision lenses in SONY E-mount

Thank you for purchasing and using our products. We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for SIGMA Global Vision lenses in SONY E-mount listed below.

[Applicable products]

• SIGMA 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art in SONY E-mount
• SIGMA 35mm F1.4 DG DN | Art in SONY E-mount

[Benefit of the update]

AF assist function during video recording is now supported.

*Only SONY camera models with AF assist function are supported.

[Applicable product]

• SIGMA 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art in SONY E-mount
• SIGMA 20mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary in SONY E-mount
• SIGMA 24mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary in SONY E-mount
• SIGMA 35mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary in SONY E-mount
• SIGMA 65mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary in SONY E-mount
• SIGMA 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art in SONY E-mount

[Benefits of the update]

AF assist function during video recording is now supported.

*Only SONY camera models with AF assist function are supported.

The focus distance shown on the screen during manual focus has been optimized.

[How to update]

Please select the appropriate product from the following page, go to the download page, click “Sony E-mount” and follow the update procedure. https://www.sigma-global.com/en/support/purpose/firmware/?mode=search&product_category=lens * After the update is complete, be sure to remove the battery pack from the camera and reinsert

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 SA-E and EF-E

Thank you for purchasing and using our products. We would like to announce that a firmware update for the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 SA-E and EF-E is now available.

[Applicable product]

1. SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 SA-E
2. SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 EF-E

[Benefits of the update]

1. Fixed a problem in which the MF assist function would not work in rare cases when a lens with the MF switching function (Manual Override) enabled, or a lens with the focus mode switch set to MO was attached.
2. Fixed a problem in which the AF would not work in rare cases when the focus ring was turned during video recording in AF mode with a lens which has the MF switching function (manual override) enabled.

[How to update]

Connect the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 to a computer with the included USB cable, then open SIGMA Optimization Pro*. If there is a newer firmware version available than the one currently installed on your converter, you will see the message ‘There is the latest firmware for the converter’. Click ‘Yes’ to update.

*Before attaching the updated SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 to the camera body, please remove the battery pack from the camera then reinsert.

*Please be sure to update SIGMA Optimization Pro to the latest version when updating the MC-11 firmware.

[SIGMA Optimization Pro Download page]

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/download/lenses/sigma-optimization-pro/

For further information, please contact your nearest authorized SIGMA subsidiary / distributor.

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/about/world-network/

We appreciate your continued support for our company and products.

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA Global Vision lenses in SONY E-mount

We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for SIGMA Global Vision lenses in SONY E-mount listed below.

[Applicable product]

·SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary in SONY E-mount
·SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary in SONY E-mount

[Benefits of the update]

The specification has been changed so that the focus position of the lens when the ON/OFF (power) switch is turned “ON”, or when the camera is restored from power save, is set to the same shooting distance when the ON/OFF (power) switch was turned “OFF” or when power save was activated.

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[Applicable product]

·SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary in SONY E-mount

[Benefits of the update]

·The focus position of the lens when the ON/OFF (power) switch is turned “ON” or when the camera is restored from power saving has been changed to the specification that the focus position is set to the shooting distance right before the ON/OFF (power) switch is turned “OFF” or power saving is activated.
·Improved feeling of the MF operation of the lens.

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[Applicable product]

·SIGMA 35mm F2 DG DN | Contemporary in SONY E-mount

[Benefits of the update]

·It reduces the AF drive sound.

[How to update]

Please select the appropriate product from the following page, go to the download page, click “Sony E-mount” and follow the update procedure.

*After the update is complete, be sure to remove the battery pack from the camera and reinsert it.

Get your Sigma Lens at B&H.

A new Sigma Mount Converter MC-11 firmware update is available.

From Sigma:

Thank you for purchasing and using our products.

We would like to announce the availability of a new firmware update for the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11.

[Applicable Products]

·SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 EF-E
·SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 SA-E

[Benefit of the update]

It has improved the phenomenon whereby the lens’s optical stabilizer effect differs depending on the shutter type and drive mode used.

[How to update]

Connect the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 to the computer with the USB cable provided, and start SIGMA Optimization Pro*. If there is a newer firmware than the connected mount converter firmware, a dialog box will appear with the message “The latest converter firmware is available. Click “Yes” to update the firmware.

Get the Sigma Mount Converter MC-11 at B&H.

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11

Thank you for purchasing and using our products.

We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 for L-Mount and Canon EF-M mount.

[Applicable product]

SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 for L-Mount and Canon EF-M mount

[Benefits of the update]

·It improves the operational stability when updating the firmware of the applicable product.

[How to update]

Connect the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 to a computer with the included USB cable, then open SIGMA Optimization Pro*. If the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 firmware isn’t the latest version, the following message will appear: ‘The latest SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 firmware is available’. Click ‘Yes’ to update.

* Before updating SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 firmware, please ensure you update SIGMA Optimization Pro to the latest version.

[SIGMA Optimization Pro Download page]

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/software/sigma-optimization-pro/

More dock information: Sigma Dock Review

From Sigma:

Firmware update for the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 EF-E

Thank you for purchasing and using our products.

We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 EF-E.

[Applicable product]

·SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 EF-E

[Benefits of the update]

·It makes the converter compatible with the SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary in Canon EF mount, that has the latest firmware Ver2.03.

[How to update]

Connect the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 to a computer with the included USB cable, then open SIGMA Optimization Pro*. If the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 firmware isn’t the latest version, the following message will appear: ‘The latest SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 firmware is available’. Click ‘Yes’ to update.

*Before attaching the updated SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 to the camera body, please remove the battery pack from the camera then reinsert.

* Before updating MC-11 firmware, please ensure you update SIGMA Optimization Pro to the latest version.

[SIGMA Optimization Pro Download page]

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/software/sigma-optimization-pro/

Get the Sigma Mount Converter MC-11 EF-E at B&H where it is currently on sale for $50.00 off.

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary in Canon EF mount

Thank you for purchasing and using our products.

We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary in Canon EF mount.

[Applicable product]

SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary in Canon EF mount

[Benefits of the update]

·It has improved a rarely-occurring phenomenon whereby the recording stops during movie shooting when used with Canon EOS 80D.

[How to update]

Connect the lens to a computer via the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-01 (sold separately), then open SIGMA Optimization Pro*. If the lens firmware isn’t the latest version, the following message will appear: ‘The latest lens firmware is available’. Click ‘Yes’ to update.

* Before updating lens firmware using the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-01, please ensure you update SIGMA Optimization Pro to the latest version.

[SIGMA Optimization Pro download page]

https://www.sigma-global.com/en/software/sigma-optimization-pro/

Standard test results: Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS Contemporary Lens

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary for Sony E-mount

Thank you for purchasing and using our products.

We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for the SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary for Sony E-mount.

[Applicable product]

·SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary for Sony E-mount.

[Benefits of the update]

·It has improved the phenomenon whereby the lens occasionally cause blurring when using the in-body image stabilization function while the lens is attached to a gimbal.

·It has optimized the focus distance displayed on the screen during manual focus shooting.

[How to update]

To update the firmware, please refer to the following link; https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c021_28_70_28/?tab=support&local=firmware

* After the update is complete, be sure to remove the camera battery pack and reinsert it.

More lens information: Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Contemporary for Sony E-mount

Thank you for purchasing and using our products.

We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for the SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Contemporary for Sony E-mount.

It has been found that the lens firmware cannot be updated from Ver.01 to Ver.02 by the end user via the camera. Therefore, SIGMA will update the lens firmware free of charge.

[Applicable product]

SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Contemporary for Sony E-mount with firmware Ver.01

[How to check the current firmware version]

Please check the firmware version from the camera menu. If the lens version is firmware Ver.01 it is necessary to update to the new firmware version.

[Benefits of the update]

Firmware Ver.02:

It has improved the phenomenon whereby the lens' optical stabilizer effect differs depending on the shutter type and drive mode used.

It has corrected the phenomenon whereby the lens firmware cannot be updated via the camera.

[Treatment on this issue]

For customers who use the target product with the affected firmware version, SIGMA will update the lens firmware to Ver.02 free of charge.

Please note that customers cannot update to lens firmware Ver.02 by themselves. After the lens has been updated to Ver.02 by SIGMA, the user can then update all future lens firmware via the camera.

For US-based customers, please contact SIGMA America at: https://www.sigmaphoto.com/service-support

For worldwide support, please contact your local authorized SIGMA Service Station at: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/world-network/

We apologize for any inconvenience.

SIGMA Corporation

Note that the L-mount version of this lens has also has a firmware update for the OS issue.

 
Our review: Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS C Lens

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports in Canon EF mount

We would like to announce that a new firmware update is now available for SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports in Canon EF mount.

[Applicable product]

SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports in Canon EF mount

[Benefits of the update]

It has improved the AF speed when used in combination with Canon mount adapter EF-EOS R series attached on Canon EOS R5 and EOS R6.

[How to update]

Connect the lens to a computer via the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-01 (sold separately), then open SIGMA Optimization Pro*. If the lens firmware isn't the latest version, the following message will appear: "The latest lens firmware is available". Click "Yes" to update.

* Before updating lens firmware using the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-01, please ensure you update SIGMA Optimization Pro to the latest version.

SIGMA Optimization Pro Download page: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/software/sigma-optimization-pro/

From Sigma:

Firmware update for the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 EF-E

We are pleased to announce that a firmware update for the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 is now available.

[Applicable product]

SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 EF-E

[Benefits of the update]

It makes the converter compatible with the SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports in Canon EF mount, that has the latest firmware Ver. 2.03.

[How to update]

Connect the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 to a computer with the included USB cable, then open SIGMA Optimization Pro. If there is a newer firmware version available than the one currently installed on your converter, you will see the message "There is the latest firmware for the converter". Click "Yes" to update.

* Before attaching the updated SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 to the camera body, please remove the battery pack from the camera then reinsert.

* Please be sure to update SIGMA Optimization Pro to the latest version when updating the MC-11 firmware.

SIGMA Optimization Pro Download page: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/software/sigma-optimization-pro/

From Sigma:

Firmware update for SIGMA 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art for Sony E-mount

Thank you for purchasing and using our products.

We are pleased to announce that a new firmware update for the SIGMA 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art for Sony E-mount is now available.

Applicable product

• SIGMA 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art for Sony E-mount

Benefit of the update

• It has helped improve the camera’s Peripheral shading functionality to reduce vignetting.
• It has improved a rarely-occurring ‘blinking’ phenomenon during movie shooting.

To update the firmware, please refer to this link.