Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
p.2 #1Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
I think the only(?) area where the GM will be still clearly superior is AF in dynamic scenes (tracking mostly). I don't think that's a compelling argument for 35mm in most cases though 
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.Feb 24, 2026 at 05:25 PM
p.2 #2Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
Butterfingers wrote:
... so I got a Sigma 35mm f/1.2. I love the Sigma 35mm f/1.2 and won’t part with it, but I have been missing the brutal sharpness and perfection of the GM lens with it’s compact size...
Sigma 35mm f/1.2 V1 or V2?
... so I got a Sigma 35mm f/1.2. I love the Sigma 35mm f/1.2 and won’t part with it, but I have been missing the brutal sharpness and perfection of the GM lens with it’s compact size...
Sigma 35mm f/1.2 V1 or V2?
Feb 24, 2026 at 05:51 PM
p.2 #3Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
Well done Sigma.
As an owner of the 35GM, there is no reason for me to get this lens. One of the things I love the most about the 35GM is its close focusing ability. I don’t give a flip about the slightly more distortion because I don’t take images where that matters. The lens is so good in so many ways. However, if I didn’t have a 35/1.4, this Sigma would be a great choice.
As an owner of the 35GM, there is no reason for me to get this lens. One of the things I love the most about the 35GM is its close focusing ability. I don’t give a flip about the slightly more distortion because I don’t take images where that matters. The lens is so good in so many ways. However, if I didn’t have a 35/1.4, this Sigma would be a great choice.
Feb 24, 2026 at 05:54 PM
p.2 #4Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
I recently sold my beloved 35/1.8 to get some of that 1.4 magic. This looks very impressive compared to a used GM. I shoot a lot of video and the only thing that gives me pause with this lens is the fact that dynamic active stabilization doesn’t work with 3rd party lenses. That’s cheat code when chasing a 4-year-old around haha. After pretty much never turning off since getting the a7v, not sure I can live without it.
Cheers
Chris
Cheers
Chris
Feb 24, 2026 at 06:10 PM
p.2 #5Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
screamsi wrote:
What would you all recommend now that this Sigma 35mm has the Sony GM beat in a number of categories. Buy the new Sigma 35mm, or purchase a good quality used Sony 35mm GM? Both are now at a similar price point so I'm trying to decide what might be the best option.
In my mind Sigma has entered the elite club of lens makers over 10 years ago, and this lens is just a continuation of their ongoing success. Objectively, you should be getting the Sigma simply because it's cheaper while competitive in all areas that matter (optics, build, weight).
But there are subjective factors, and they are just as important. Personally, I think in terms of prime lens sets. I want similar color response, haptics, button placement, filter sizes, hood designs, etc. This builds muscle memory, makes lens changes quick and safe, and speeds up post-processing of photo sets taken with the same lens line. I tried to have a mix of Sigmas and Sonys and it was annoying, so I "standartized" around the GM set simply because it was more complete at the time. So... if you can build a Sigma set that works for you, that would be my advice.
What would you all recommend now that this Sigma 35mm has the Sony GM beat in a number of categories. Buy the new Sigma 35mm, or purchase a good quality used Sony 35mm GM? Both are now at a similar price point so I'm trying to decide what might be the best option.
In my mind Sigma has entered the elite club of lens makers over 10 years ago, and this lens is just a continuation of their ongoing success. Objectively, you should be getting the Sigma simply because it's cheaper while competitive in all areas that matter (optics, build, weight).
But there are subjective factors, and they are just as important. Personally, I think in terms of prime lens sets. I want similar color response, haptics, button placement, filter sizes, hood designs, etc. This builds muscle memory, makes lens changes quick and safe, and speeds up post-processing of photo sets taken with the same lens line. I tried to have a mix of Sigmas and Sonys and it was annoying, so I "standartized" around the GM set simply because it was more complete at the time. So... if you can build a Sigma set that works for you, that would be my advice.
Feb 24, 2026 at 06:33 PM
p.2 #6Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
Anyone seen a good bokeh comparison?
Feb 24, 2026 at 06:41 PM
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p.2 #7Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
Does anybody else loath that Sigma uses glossy black up against the mount where it lends tends to get handled quite a bit?
Feb 24, 2026 at 06:50 PM
p.2 #8Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
RoamingScott wrote:
Does anybody else loath that Sigma uses glossy black up against the mount where it lends tends to get handled quite a bit?
Yup, me too, but I install Alphagvrd skins on all my lenses, so it doesn’t matter.
Edited on Feb 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM · View previous versions
Does anybody else loath that Sigma uses glossy black up against the mount where it lends tends to get handled quite a bit?
Yup, me too, but I install Alphagvrd skins on all my lenses, so it doesn’t matter.
Edited on Feb 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM · View previous versions
Feb 25, 2026 at 06:28 AM
p.2 #9Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
RoamingScott wrote:
Does anybody else loath that Sigma uses glossy black up against the mount where it lends tends to get handled quite a bit?
Honestly I don't mind it! From a looks perspective, it would be nicer I think, if it was a more uniform look, but from a purely functional perspective I think it makes sense. It's likely a more durable finish. My finger nail markings wipe right off of the anodized metal. If it was the mate black, any rubbing would slowly wear down, basically polishing the parts you touch and the wear would be much more noticeable.
Does anybody else loath that Sigma uses glossy black up against the mount where it lends tends to get handled quite a bit?
Honestly I don't mind it! From a looks perspective, it would be nicer I think, if it was a more uniform look, but from a purely functional perspective I think it makes sense. It's likely a more durable finish. My finger nail markings wipe right off of the anodized metal. If it was the mate black, any rubbing would slowly wear down, basically polishing the parts you touch and the wear would be much more noticeable.
Feb 25, 2026 at 09:04 AM
p.2 #10Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
I love the glossy finish. Just got a new 28-105/2.8 DG DN Art as well. As to the new 35/1.4 II, I'll pass as my old 35/1.4 Art still works well. I don't mind the weight as it balances well with the A7V and vertical grip. If I am going to upgrade it I'll look into the 35/1.2 Art either the first or second version. Or I might keep my 35 and get the Sigma 24/2 DG DN instead.
Feb 25, 2026 at 10:22 AM
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p.2 #11Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
Outstanding wrote:
He tested the wrong thing. distortion should be tested at the same magnification level.
Even a perfect lens the size of a car would have more distortion at higher magnification level no? Its just the physics of it
0.17x - Distortion test needed
0.18x - Distortion test needed
0.19x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.20x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.21x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.22x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.23x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.24x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.25x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.26x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
He tested the wrong thing. distortion should be tested at the same magnification level.
Even a perfect lens the size of a car would have more distortion at higher magnification level no? Its just the physics of it
0.17x - Distortion test needed
0.18x - Distortion test needed
0.19x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.20x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.21x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.22x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.23x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.24x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.25x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
0.26x - 35GM wins, Sigma cant do it
Feb 25, 2026 at 09:23 PM
p.2 #12Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
screamsi wrote:
What would you all recommend now that this Sigma 35mm has the Sony GM beat in a number of categories.
Buy the new Sigma 35mm, or purchase a good quality used Sony 35mm GM? Both are now at a similar price point so I'm trying to decide what might be the best option.
Optimal would be to wait until the Sigma's available to rent, rent them both, and then decide for yourself.
What would you all recommend now that this Sigma 35mm has the Sony GM beat in a number of categories.
Buy the new Sigma 35mm, or purchase a good quality used Sony 35mm GM? Both are now at a similar price point so I'm trying to decide what might be the best option.
Optimal would be to wait until the Sigma's available to rent, rent them both, and then decide for yourself.
Feb 25, 2026 at 09:50 PM
p.2 #14Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
Outstanding wrote:
Magnification is 1:5.4 = 0.18x, which is not as good as the 35GM (0.23x AF, 0.26x MF)Yes, that's a good point. The first version had lousy performance up close (well basically at MFD, but still AFAIR).
Looks alright at 7:40 in Christopher Frost's review (also supposedly focuses a bit closer than advertised) :
I'd also argue that a smaller magnification ratio at MFD actually means lesser focus breathing ...IMO If focus breathing is a problem get the Sony lens and turn on compensation.Sigma has almost no breathing and no distortions, GM has pincushion. Gerald Undone says Sony even after using breathing compensation which results in narrower view has more breathing than this Sigma. Sony still pulse a bit.
He also mentions Sony has bad distortion at MFD and Sigma has none, you can see the comparison and Sigma offers slightly lower MFD but completely undistorted.
https://youtu.be/niF6RmexCTc
At 4:42 he says the GM is sharper towards the edge of the frame.
You can correct distortion optically or digitally, either option will degrade the image.
The better option is the one that yields the sharper image after correction. It seems like the GM is still the sharper lens.
Edited on Feb 25, 2026 at 11:08 PM · View previous versions
aCuria wrote
j4nu wrote
aCuria wrote
Someone needs to test the close up performance, which has plagued many Sigma lenses like the 35iMagnification is 1:5.4 = 0.18x, which is not as good as the 35GM (0.23x AF, 0.26x MF)
Looks alright at 7:40 in Christopher Frost's review (also supposedly focuses a bit closer than advertised) :
I'd also argue that a smaller magnification ratio at MFD actually means lesser focus breathing
...He also mentions Sony has bad distortion at MFD and Sigma has none, you can see the comparison and Sigma offers slightly lower MFD but completely undistorted.
https://youtu.be/niF6RmexCTc
At 4:42 he says the GM is sharper towards the edge of the frame.
You can correct distortion optically or digitally, either option will degrade the image.
The better option is the one that yields the sharper image after correction. It seems like the GM is still the sharper lens.
Edited on Feb 25, 2026 at 11:08 PM · View previous versions
Feb 25, 2026 at 10:51 PM
p.2 #15Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
old-gregg wrote:
In my mind Sigma has entered the elite club of lens makers over 10 years ago, and this lens is just a continuation of their ongoing success. Objectively, you should be getting the Sigma simply because it's cheaper while competitive in all areas that matter (optics, build, weight).
But there are subjective factors, and they are just as important. Personally, I think in terms of prime lens sets. I want similar color response, haptics, button placement, filter sizes, hood designs, etc. This builds muscle memory, makes lens changes quick and safe, and speeds up post-processing of photo sets taken with the...Show more →
I disagree, "over 10 years ago" (aka <=2015) most of Sigma's lenses were not great. In fact, Sony's lens options were not great either.
In fact I was still using 100% adapted lenses in 2018 / 2019 because to me there were zero lenses good enough to beat my L glass.
Sigma's "good" lenses were the 40mm f/1.4 DG HSM and 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art, both announced 2018. They are optically good but also way too heavy.
screamsi wrote
What would you all recommend now that this Sigma 35mm has the Sony GM beat in a number of categories. Buy the new Sigma 35mm, or purchase a good quality used Sony 35mm GM? Both are now at a similar price point so I'm trying to decide what might be the best option.But there are subjective factors, and they are just as important. Personally, I think in terms of prime lens sets. I want similar color response, haptics, button placement, filter sizes, hood designs, etc. This builds muscle memory, makes lens changes quick and safe, and speeds up post-processing of photo sets taken with the...Show more →
I disagree, "over 10 years ago" (aka <=2015) most of Sigma's lenses were not great. In fact, Sony's lens options were not great either.
In fact I was still using 100% adapted lenses in 2018 / 2019 because to me there were zero lenses good enough to beat my L glass.
Sigma's "good" lenses were the 40mm f/1.4 DG HSM and 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art, both announced 2018. They are optically good but also way too heavy.
Feb 25, 2026 at 10:59 PM
p.2 #16Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
All fixed now, these are the salad days of quality lenses. It's hard to keep up with them all, pretty much impossible. Sigma have surely earned their place, I thinks also Sony.
Feb 26, 2026 at 12:15 AM
p.2 #17Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
Sigma:
300-800 was released 2003.
150 Macro 2004
Just those two show they have been making 'top tier' lenses for over 20 years.
While Canon made some great lenses before then and after, they also made some ordinary stuff too.
300-800 was released 2003.
150 Macro 2004
Just those two show they have been making 'top tier' lenses for over 20 years.
While Canon made some great lenses before then and after, they also made some ordinary stuff too.
Feb 26, 2026 at 02:30 AM
p.2 #18Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
aCuria wrote:
In my mind Sigma has entered the elite club of lens makers over 10 years ago, and this lens is just a continuation of their ongoing success. Objectively, you should be getting the Sigma simply because it's cheaper while competitive in all areas that matter (optics, build, weight).
But there are subjective factors, and they are just as important. Personally, I think in terms of prime lens sets. I want similar color response, haptics, button placement, filter sizes, hood designs, etc. This builds muscle memory, makes lens changes quick and safe, and speeds up post-processing of photo sets taken with the same lens line. I tried to have a mix of Sigmas and Sonys and it was annoying, so I "standartized" around the GM set simply because it was more complete at the time. So... if you can build a Sigma set that works for you, that would be my advice.I disagree, "over 10 years ago" (aka <=2015) most of Sigma's lenses were not great. In fact, Sony's lens options were not great either.
In fact I was still using 100% adapted lenses in 2018 / 2019 because to me there were zero lenses good enough to beat my L glass.
Sigma's "good" lenses were the 40mm f/1.4 DG HSM and 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art, both announced 2018. They are optically good but also way too heavy.
Yes, I also think the progress in the last 10y was pretty significant. It's enough to look at some GM I vs II lenses...
old-gregg wrote
screamsi wrote
What would you all recommend now that this Sigma 35mm has the Sony GM beat in a number of categories. Buy the new Sigma 35mm, or purchase a good quality used Sony 35mm GM? Both are now at a similar price point so I'm trying to decide what might be the best option.But there are subjective factors, and they are just as important. Personally, I think in terms of prime lens sets. I want similar color response, haptics, button placement, filter sizes, hood designs, etc. This builds muscle memory, makes lens changes quick and safe, and speeds up post-processing of photo sets taken with the same lens line. I tried to have a mix of Sigmas and Sonys and it was annoying, so I "standartized" around the GM set simply because it was more complete at the time. So... if you can build a Sigma set that works for you, that would be my advice.
In fact I was still using 100% adapted lenses in 2018 / 2019 because to me there were zero lenses good enough to beat my L glass.
Sigma's "good" lenses were the 40mm f/1.4 DG HSM and 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art, both announced 2018. They are optically good but also way too heavy.
Yes, I also think the progress in the last 10y was pretty significant. It's enough to look at some GM I vs II lenses...
Feb 26, 2026 at 03:12 AM
p.2 #19Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
I agree to aCuria. Sigma's "good" lenses were the 40mm f/1.4 DG HSM and 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art which are great for canon for others. Impressive and uniform sharpness. Panasonic Pro 50mm F1.4 also wonderful lens.
Feb 26, 2026 at 04:09 AM
p.2 #20Sigma Art 35mm F1.4 DG II Released
Nothing too exciting here, but shown in use on a sigma body. Looks nice.
Feb 26, 2026 at 09:32 AM