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 p.3 #14 · Sell Rokkor and buy Sigmalux? | |
cogitech wrote:
So, I love my Rokkor 58/1.2. You all know how much I love it.
The thing is, my wife doesn't use it all that much. She has had great success with it in the past, but when it comes to using flash/umbrellas/triggers with it, she's just not quite willing to deal with FEC and such and she opts for something more "automatic" (although she most often uses manual focus anyway). I understand the appeal of this, of course. When I am around, I can set things up for her and let her roll, but when she's out on an assignment, she can't be trying to remember "all that stuff" when she's trying to shoot a magazine cover.
So, it seems to me that a Sigmalux might make a lot of sense. It seems to draw very much like the Rokinon 85/1.4 and we both love that lens. We could still use manual focus, but we'd have the benefits of auto aperture and "easier" metering.
We've decided to keep the EF 85/1.8 for situation like this when she wants an easier option over the Rokinon. We already have the EF 50/1.8, which is not really sufficient as an auto-alternative to the Rokkor. My wife basically refuses to use "the plastic piece of crap."
So, anyone can vote, of course, but I am interested in hearing from those of you who know both of these lenses well, and who know me (for better or worse). When I think of some of my favourite Rokkor 58/1.2 shots, I have to wonder if I would like them just as much with the Sigma 50/1.4...
Fun post  Here are my recommendations...
I've owned Canon EF 50/1.8 I/II, 50/1.4, Rokkor 58/1.2 as well as Sigma 50/2.8, 50/1.4. Presently own Canon EF 50/1.2
And I've owned Canon EF 85/1.8, 85/1.2 II, Rokkor 85/1.7. Presently own Samyang 85/1.4.
The 50's:
While Canon EF 50/1.8 I is a bit better built than the "the plastic piece of crap" (version II), its still not that nice to manually focus (nada feel in the focus ring). And the bokeh is harsh.
The Canon EF 50/1.4 has better build but still not great for manual focus (I don't like the focus ring). Also the Sigma is a lot better wide open (less dreamy and more contrast). The only thing the Canon has got going for it is better autofocus (I've had a couple and of all my 50's the EF 50/1.4 has been the most accurate).
I can definately relate to the need of something more automatic and I do recommend the Sigma 50/1.4, especially since your wife most often uses manual focus anyway (the Sigma has a nice manual focus ring) and it has great bokeh. I was happy with mine but re-aquired the EF 50/1.2 because I missed f/1.2 sometimes.
~~~ I voted to buy the Sigma and keep the Rokkor if you can (and if its a stretch, let go of the Rokkor). ~~~
The 80's:
Can relate here too. The Canon EF 85/1.8 has such blazingly fast and accurate autofocus (I've owned a couple, all have been good) - its nice to have that ability when you need it. And to use the Samyang/Rokinon under more controlled conditions. I might re-aquire the EF 85/1.8.
Loved the Canon EF 85/1.2 II but it felt like a giant ball of steel and glass and I was almost scared using it (what if I dropped it). I was definately hesitant using it, but I am one of those n3rds who wants to keep my gear in mint condition. I get bummed out if I get a scratch on a lens hood 
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