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Archive 2012Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
p.5 #1Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
I think 35 F/1.4 and F/2 and super different lenses. People who buy F/1.4 or F/1.2 are mostly after the creamy bokeh.
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:17 AM
p.5 #2Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
If Lens Rentals is correct, watch for a massive price drop on the 35L used market in coming months...
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:21 AM
p.5 #3Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
This Sigma is probably better built than 35L, looks much nicer, most likely will perform as good or better....so it is a great price.
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:27 AM
p.5 #4Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Light_pilgrim wrote:
http://lcap.tistory.com/entry/Sigma-35mm-f14-vs-Samyang-35mm-f142Sigma sharper in the center and not necessarily in corners? Do I get it right?
Looks like it except for the very edges, by f/4 Sigma looks better, but again, extreme edges.
Orestis.Ch wrote
Sharpness comparison:http://lcap.tistory.com/entry/Sigma-35mm-f14-vs-Samyang-35mm-f142
Looks like it except for the very edges, by f/4 Sigma looks better, but again, extreme edges.
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:30 AM
p.5 #5Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Well I did get a few minutes to go take some pictures this morning before my wife started throwing the honey-do list at me. I'm liking it more and more. Once thing I'll mention: indoors and out never once did it hunt for focus. I'm not going to split hairs about speed because I didn't make any side-by-side comparison, but I never once thought it was slow. Rather zippy, actually.
Now for some pics, and for those of you who want you can go look or download 100% jpgs from here: http://www.pbase.com/rcicala/sigma_35_f14
Most of these are f/1.4, but a couple are f/2.8 (the sun was bright, even at ISO 150 I had to dial it down).
The flower is at f/2.8, the others at f/2.2 (lots of sun this morning, some f/1.4s coming next)
Now for some pics, and for those of you who want you can go look or download 100% jpgs from here: http://www.pbase.com/rcicala/sigma_35_f14
Most of these are f/1.4, but a couple are f/2.8 (the sun was bright, even at ISO 150 I had to dial it down).
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The flower is at f/2.8, the others at f/2.2 (lots of sun this morning, some f/1.4s coming next)
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:32 AM
p.5 #6Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Here's an f/1.4 flower - lens focuses nice and close.
And another f/1.4 shot (focus on red bridge)
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Nov 22, 2012 at 10:34 AM
p.5 #7Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Couple of more random at f/1.4. Focus on the round stone to the right of the bridge in the first one, back of the glass plates in the second.
These are all straight out of camera jpgs, btw, no color correction or anything. I didn't notice any warm cast, camera was a 5D II.
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These are all straight out of camera jpgs, btw, no color correction or anything. I didn't notice any warm cast, camera was a 5D II.
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:36 AM
p.5 #8Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Thanks Roger, these look great. 
Happy TG, BTW. I like reading all your lens testing, so I am thankful for you.
Happy TG, BTW. I like reading all your lens testing, so I am thankful for you. Nov 22, 2012 at 10:42 AM
p.5 #9Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
BTW - if you notice the implements on the right side of the last photo, you'll see that one large knife is missing. My wife was getting serious about the "if you don't stop taking stupid pictures and help me get ready . . . "
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:47 AM
p.5 #10Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
RCicala wrote:
http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2012/11/sigma-35mm-f1-4-arrives-announces-new-world-orderwhy are you doing this to meI'm saving you money!!! It's cheaper than the 35 L. It's probably $1,500 cheaper than the 35 L II will be.
Buying the Sigma now will be kind of like a vaccination, helping you resist when the II is announced.
let me run this logic by my wife... will report back
goosemang wrote
RCicala wrote
My first impressions, FWIW. It's really sharp.http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2012/11/sigma-35mm-f1-4-arrives-announces-new-world-order
Buying the Sigma now will be kind of like a vaccination, helping you resist when the II is announced.
let me run this logic by my wife... will report back
Nov 22, 2012 at 10:57 AM
p.5 #11Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
If Lens Rentals is correct, watch for a massive price drop on the 35L used market in coming months...
Well that would be a first. In general Sigma's offerings hardly have to anything with Canon products and their pricing. I don't see a lot of 35L owners trade their lens for a Sigma. New buyers might be tempted and will have to make decisions where to put their money, but there is hardly a movement from Canon glass owners to Sigma glass in general.
Anyway, having alternatives and all these 35 mm decisions (third party glass, L or IS) they are all kind of EOSfun
Well that would be a first. In general Sigma's offerings hardly have to anything with Canon products and their pricing. I don't see a lot of 35L owners trade their lens for a Sigma. New buyers might be tempted and will have to make decisions where to put their money, but there is hardly a movement from Canon glass owners to Sigma glass in general.
Anyway, having alternatives and all these 35 mm decisions (third party glass, L or IS) they are all kind of EOSfun
Nov 22, 2012 at 11:12 AM
p.5 #12Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Light_pilgrim wrote:
I think 35 F/1.4 and F/2 and super different lenses. People who buy F/1.4 or F/1.2 are mostly after the creamy bokeh.
You're right they are different, but I still hold an interest in both, with the canon interesting me because of its compact dimensions.
Honestly, if we can discern that the AF system is accurate and consistent, I'm sold.
I hope the value of the 35L doesn't suddenly plummet though, I'd have to keep it if that were the case.
I think 35 F/1.4 and F/2 and super different lenses. People who buy F/1.4 or F/1.2 are mostly after the creamy bokeh.
You're right they are different, but I still hold an interest in both, with the canon interesting me because of its compact dimensions.
Honestly, if we can discern that the AF system is accurate and consistent, I'm sold.
I hope the value of the 35L doesn't suddenly plummet though, I'd have to keep it if that were the case.
Nov 22, 2012 at 11:19 AM
p.5 #13Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Haven't been overly keen on some of Canon's recent lens design choices/prices, particularly as I don't consider IS is a good substitute for a fast aperture in a prime (thinking about the baffling 24mm and 28mm models). If this Sigma is the herald of a whole new range of top quality kit at competitive prices then I can see a lot of reasons to be happy.
Haven't owned a Sigma for a few years now, perhaps its time to start saving up for one! Will be watching Sigma with keen interest now. Bring on the full reviews and additional lens designs.
Haven't owned a Sigma for a few years now, perhaps its time to start saving up for one! Will be watching Sigma with keen interest now. Bring on the full reviews and additional lens designs.
Nov 22, 2012 at 11:22 AM
p.5 #14Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
RCicala wrote:
BTW - if you notice the implements on the right side of the last photo, you'll see that one large knife is missing. My wife was getting serious about the "if you don't stop taking stupid pictures and help me get ready . . . "
Thanks for risking your neck for us!
much appreciated samples and info!
BTW - if you notice the implements on the right side of the last photo, you'll see that one large knife is missing. My wife was getting serious about the "if you don't stop taking stupid pictures and help me get ready . . . "
Thanks for risking your neck for us!
much appreciated samples and info!
Nov 22, 2012 at 11:22 AM
p.5 #15Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
Hey Roger, is it going to be you instead of the turkey in the oven? 
Nov 22, 2012 at 11:28 AM
p.5 #16Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
looks promising to say the least! looking to see more user samples & comments about its AF consistency at different distances, as well as Roger's averaged lens resolution results..
thank you to Roger Cicala for being a great resource, as always!
thank you to Roger Cicala for being a great resource, as always!
Nov 22, 2012 at 12:37 PM
p.5 #17Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
I was waiting for a 35l v2 to come out, but I think this will more than fit my needs. Can't wait to get my hands on one!
Nov 22, 2012 at 12:41 PM
p.5 #18Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
ndirienzo wrote:
I was waiting for a 35l v2 to come out, but I think this will more than fit my needs. Can't wait to get my hands on one!
My situation exactly. B&H is taking pre-orders; they got one from me this morning.
I was waiting for a 35l v2 to come out, but I think this will more than fit my needs. Can't wait to get my hands on one!
My situation exactly. B&H is taking pre-orders; they got one from me this morning.
Nov 22, 2012 at 12:51 PM
p.5 #19Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
That onion bokeh looks terrible.
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Nov 22, 2012 at 01:24 PM
p.5 #20Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM first impressions
you've never owned 50L it has onion bokeh too huh Nov 22, 2012 at 01:34 PM