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Archive 2012Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
p.4 #1Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Liquidstone wrote:
Pardon the ignorance, but what do people shoot with a 35 mm?
full body portraits of moas (sigma was kind enough to include a complementary time machine)
Pardon the ignorance, but what do people shoot with a 35 mm?
full body portraits of moas (sigma was kind enough to include a complementary time machine)
Nov 21, 2012 at 09:54 PM
p.4 #2Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Liquidstone wrote:
Same here for a new Sigmonster with OS and focus limiter.
Maybe Sigma can resurrect the 400 f/5.6 APO that was highly regarded. A new version in the sport range with OS an HSM would be great. Ultimately I hope the entire supertele range is revamped and they even consider a 400/500/600 f/4.
Pixel Perfect wrote
I now have high expectations for the new 120-300. Maybe Sigma can resurrect the 400 f/5.6 APO that was highly regarded. A new version in the sport range with OS an HSM would be great. Ultimately I hope the entire supertele range is revamped and they even consider a 400/500/600 f/4.
Nov 21, 2012 at 10:15 PM
p.4 #3Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Massimo Foti wrote:
That's even better! If all 7 people will take a 7 day brake every second week, you will be ready 7 times faster than Ralph 
bsaber wrote
I bet that's only for yourself. I have a total of 7 people in my household.Nov 21, 2012 at 11:07 PM
p.4 #4Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Vox Sciurorum wrote:
If you read the full text of the review, the Sigma and Canon lenses test equal up by f/2.8. The Sigma is only better at f/1.4 and f/2.0.
When I purchase a 1.4 lens, I do it because I want to shoot it open too (and in main), not to stop it down for one or two stops always to get on competitors IQ.
If you read the full text of the review, the Sigma and Canon lenses test equal up by f/2.8. The Sigma is only better at f/1.4 and f/2.0.
When I purchase a 1.4 lens, I do it because I want to shoot it open too (and in main), not to stop it down for one or two stops always to get on competitors IQ.
Nov 22, 2012 at 02:04 AM
p.4 #5Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Ralph Conway wrote:
When I purchase a 1.4 lens, I do it because I want to shoot it open too (and in main), not to stop it down for one or two stops always to get on competitors IQ.
+1 Ralph, I always try to shoot wide open with my crippled yet sharp wide open Canon 50mm 1.4
Vox Sciurorum wrote
If you read the full text of the review, the Sigma and Canon lenses test equal up by f/2.8. The Sigma is only better at f/1.4 and f/2.0.+1 Ralph, I always try to shoot wide open with my crippled yet sharp wide open Canon 50mm 1.4
Nov 22, 2012 at 03:44 AM
p.4 #6Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Pixel Perfect wrote:
I now have high expectations for the new 120-300.
Sigma claims that the new lens is exactly the same optically, so I don't expect things getting better in this area.
The improvements are mechanical and there is the addition of a focus distance limiter switch and the USB connectivity.
I now have high expectations for the new 120-300.
Sigma claims that the new lens is exactly the same optically, so I don't expect things getting better in this area.
The improvements are mechanical and there is the addition of a focus distance limiter switch and the USB connectivity.
Nov 22, 2012 at 03:57 AM
p.4 #7Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
i would like to know how responsive and accurate this new sigma is AF-wise at wide apertures, if you think of crowded events.
Nov 22, 2012 at 04:38 AM
p.4 #8Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Pixel Perfect wrote:
Maybe when we shot film and it was hard to get rid of, But I have not seen it in any of my 4 Sigma lenses.
Having the 85L and the 85 sigma at the same time I noticed a much warmer color cast on the sigma. I tested 6 copies of the sigma and we're all the same. Not a big deal to fix in post, but it is there.
vsg28 wrote
I haven't had that yellow cast in any of my current or past Sigma lenses, is that still a concern?Having the 85L and the 85 sigma at the same time I noticed a much warmer color cast on the sigma. I tested 6 copies of the sigma and we're all the same. Not a big deal to fix in post, but it is there.
Nov 22, 2012 at 04:58 AM
p.4 #9Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
canon pants wrote:
Having the 85L and the 85 sigma at the same time I noticed a much warmer color cast on the sigma. I tested 6 copies of the sigma and we're all the same. Not a big deal to fix in post, but it is there.
I also own both and I agree, though the sigma is actually in nikon mount.
But I have to ask: is warmer colors a bad thing?
I mean... L lenses have warmer (richer) colors than non L lenses, don't they?
I don't usually hear people complaining about that... quite the opposite really.
If there is a specific color cast (one color richer than others) like the old yellow cast previous sigmas were known for, than I would agree that it is not desirable.
But if all the colors are richer (more saturation) than I don't see that has a bad thing, quite the contrary in fact.
I believe that is the case with the 85mm 1.4.
Having the 85L and the 85 sigma at the same time I noticed a much warmer color cast on the sigma. I tested 6 copies of the sigma and we're all the same. Not a big deal to fix in post, but it is there.
I also own both and I agree, though the sigma is actually in nikon mount.
But I have to ask: is warmer colors a bad thing?
I mean... L lenses have warmer (richer) colors than non L lenses, don't they?
I don't usually hear people complaining about that... quite the opposite really.
If there is a specific color cast (one color richer than others) like the old yellow cast previous sigmas were known for, than I would agree that it is not desirable.
But if all the colors are richer (more saturation) than I don't see that has a bad thing, quite the contrary in fact.
I believe that is the case with the 85mm 1.4.
Nov 22, 2012 at 05:18 AM
p.4 #10Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Sigma has really upped the ante in the lens game during the past few years. My most expensive lenses are in fact made by Sigma, and I consider them excellent value.
The pricing of the new 35mm Sigma is strange, though. Here in Finland a major store is listing it for €849, which is much lower then the €999 euro price quoted here.
Jaakko
The pricing of the new 35mm Sigma is strange, though. Here in Finland a major store is listing it for €849, which is much lower then the €999 euro price quoted here.
Jaakko
Nov 22, 2012 at 05:45 AM
p.4 #11Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
I guess it will not need much time till it will be available for about 750-850 here in germany, too.
Ralph
Ralph
Nov 22, 2012 at 06:14 AM
p.4 #12Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
€865 in Greece
Hopefully it will be under €800 by Spring ( i wish )
Nov 22, 2012 at 06:15 AM
p.4 #13Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Would be nice if someone could compare it to the Rokinon 35mm f1.4 if possible. Re: sharpness and bokeh.
Nov 22, 2012 at 06:20 AM
p.4 #14Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Sharpness comparison:
http://lcap.tistory.com/entry/Sigma-35mm-f14-vs-Samyang-35mm-f142
http://lcap.tistory.com/entry/Sigma-35mm-f14-vs-Samyang-35mm-f142
Nov 22, 2012 at 07:49 AM
p.4 #15Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
fraga wrote:
Sigma claims that the new lens is exactly the same optically, so I don't expect things getting better in this area.
The improvements are mechanical and there is the addition of a focus distance limiter switch and the USB connectivity.
I still have high hopes for this zoom. I want the option of 300/2.8 but I don't want to be limited to 300/2.8.
If Sigma gets this right and Canon releases a new 100-400 I would be in zoom heaven.
Pixel Perfect wrote
I now have high expectations for the new 120-300.The improvements are mechanical and there is the addition of a focus distance limiter switch and the USB connectivity.
I still have high hopes for this zoom. I want the option of 300/2.8 but I don't want to be limited to 300/2.8.
If Sigma gets this right and Canon releases a new 100-400 I would be in zoom heaven.
Nov 22, 2012 at 08:19 AM
p.4 #16Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Thank you for this link, Orestis.
Ralph
Ralph
Nov 22, 2012 at 08:20 AM
p.4 #17Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
I'm not sure if I read this right, so forgive me if I messed up.
Saying it beats the canon at 1.4 and at 2 (I'm assuming also 1.6/1.8/2.2/2.5 as well) seemed to me like that poster was trying to "downplay" the difference and (poor word choice on my part) defend the added expense of the canon.
When you buy a fast prime, you're generally buying it because of its speed, not to stop it down 2 stops. So wouldn't it stand to reason that a lens that beats another lens at 1.4-2.5, and is equal up from there out, is the better lens?
Correct me if in wrong but isn't more wide open sharpness a good thing?
Saying it beats the canon at 1.4 and at 2 (I'm assuming also 1.6/1.8/2.2/2.5 as well) seemed to me like that poster was trying to "downplay" the difference and (poor word choice on my part) defend the added expense of the canon.
When you buy a fast prime, you're generally buying it because of its speed, not to stop it down 2 stops. So wouldn't it stand to reason that a lens that beats another lens at 1.4-2.5, and is equal up from there out, is the better lens?
Correct me if in wrong but isn't more wide open sharpness a good thing?
Nov 22, 2012 at 08:31 AM
p.4 #18Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Orestis.Ch wrote:
Sharpness comparison:
http://lcap.tistory.com/entry/Sigma-35mm-f14-vs-Samyang-35mm-f142
Sigma sharper in the center and not necessarily in corners? Do I get it right?
Sharpness comparison:
http://lcap.tistory.com/entry/Sigma-35mm-f14-vs-Samyang-35mm-f142
Sigma sharper in the center and not necessarily in corners? Do I get it right?
Nov 22, 2012 at 08:36 AM
p.4 #19Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Sharper in both the center and the corners ( check the F2.8-4 samples ).
Also the Sigma has less LoCA
If its AF is almost as fast as the L's and reliable, i'm buying it
Nov 22, 2012 at 09:52 AM
p.4 #20Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
I have to admit, I have long been a fan of the 35L, heck it's still my most used lens, but if I can get equal or better performance from a lens that costs less you better believe I'm going to sell it and pocket the difference.
Though I must admit I am still curious about the 35 f/2 IS... Just a little bit.
Though I must admit I am still curious about the 35 f/2 IS... Just a little bit.
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:10 AM