I remember being floored by the image quality of the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art on a 24MP DSLR when I borrowed a copy shortly after it came out to use with my Nikon D600. I was afraid that it would fall to pieces on a higher resolution sensor, but it seems that Sigma glimpsed into the future and realized they had to at least make their optics good enough for 50MP, like the Canon 5DS. Unfortunately, they also helped start the trend of big, heavy primes, which I found off-putting. Still, I'm glad to see this lens is a good buy in 2020, regardless of lens mount. Thanks, Chris!
Same here, i dont mind that my 24-105 from sigma is a bit heavier as its sharp and covers a wider range than the 24-70 - i use the 70 if i want to travel light, but if i just go for a walk or so the 105 is on my 6D mkii. Im still surprised how "strongly" i feel those 300g of increased weight... anyhow for Primes i love my 35mm f2 from canon - one of my best boughts, f2 with IS and supersharp - i own a 50mm 1.8 from canon and sadly i bought a used 50mm1.4 which had a damaged focus motor apparently (it can never get sharp focus with the ovf it always misses, only in live view it works) - so i looked at the sigmas and expected something compact but boy they are nearly as big as the 105... chunk chubbers... I would also prefer smaller more compact lenses, but both the 40 and 50mm from sigma are so long i would rarely take them along as a secondary lense due to weight and size. Plus for the price its a bit offputting to just buy one and see if i can arrange myself with it
I just love this lens. I bought it for my Canon EF and then use it all the time on my Sony via MC-11 adapter. I keep wanting to "upgrade" this lens but I have to tell myself that UNLESS I buy say the Sony 50mm f1.2 GM, there is no upgrade I want to do. Its a absolute bargain especially used for ANY users and Sony users, buy the EF version for cheap and get the MC-11 adapter. It works natively.
Chris, thanks for another of your expert and super practical reviews. My base gear, now for some years, has been a Canon 6D together with a mix of Canon L glass and Sigma Art wide angle zooms for landscape shots. Recently, a friend upgraded her Sony AR ( first iteration), but gave me the body as was not happy with the trade in price. Only looking for one lens for the pixel packed A7 R and the 50 mm focal length will be all I need. This looks like an ideal choice. Also, very pleased for you that your viewer base has continued to increase. A proper reward for your excellent work.
Is it just me, or has anyone else noticed that e-mails from TH-cam alerting us to new tutorials have not been coming through of late. I am subscribed, and the "bell" is set to all.
Nice review! Personally I think this lens is a unnecessarily large and heavy lens with outdated focus mechanics - at least for mirrorless cameras. Furthermore the bokeh can be a little bit "clinical" in my option. I'd pick the Sony Zeiss 50mm 1.4 any day over the 50mm Sigma Art. I'd also expect the lens to be replaced by a more compact modern design that is optimized for mirrorless cameras soon.
I'm glad I got this lens (for Canon mount though) last December on Ebay. I just checked the prices, and it looks like they are running $150-200 higher than what I paid for.
I owned one back in 2015, the image quality was the best I've seen but I eventually got rid of it because of its size and weight. I used it a lot less than I would like, missing out pictures in the end. I now have a lighter setup which I take out the bag much more. But I still miss the image quality of that Sigma.
I'm curious if the 35mm and 50mm Sigma lenses will receive the DG DN treatment like the recently released 85mm version. Would be great to see those lenses in a even smaller body. Do it Sigma! ^_^
I just wish that Sigma would've actually redesigned the thing for mirrorless, it looks like they just stuck an extension on the lens mount to stick the lens the same distance from the sensor as the older EF-mount. When I look at Canon lenses designed specifically for the EOS M series, they're so much smaller than DSLR lenses for equivalent focal lengths that it makes buying into that system worthwhile. If the lens is just as big as the DSLR lens though, or arguably larger because of the mount/flange, one may as well buy the DSLR version because it can then be used on both mirrorless and DSLR cameras.
Sigma is designing new lenses for mirrorless. They just also brought the DSLR prime lenses over too. Designing new lenses takes a lot of time and money. Sigma couldn't immediately recreate an entire prime lens lineup for mirrorless, so they instead made their DSLR prime lenses natively mount on E-mount while simultaneously designing new lenses specifically for mirrorless.
Sigma only released the reflex primes in E-mount due to overwhelming requests from the photography community. Now that the L Mount Alliance has commenced there'll be more mirrourless-native designs like the 85 DN.
Hi, Greetings from Canada. I am planning on buying a telephoto lens. Sony 70-350 is now cheaper (900 CAD). I also have my eyes on Tamaron 70-180 f2.8. but that one doesn't have IIS. Would you please do a review on the Tamaron and a comparison if possible. I'd be delighted. Thanks
Hi Chris, how does its af motor compare to the ef mount 20mm, 24mm as well as the newer 40mm, 28mm? I want to control them via Teradek RT Smartknob for focus pulling electronically in camera for video because comparing to the sigma ff cine primes, they have a much shorter focus pull when focused by hand. So smooth focus transition through the motor is a must. Thanks
@@DRcozmo-km9er I cannot confirm this. If you don't believe me, here are my comparison images between the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm 1.2, the Zeiss, the Mitakon and the Voigtlander Apo Lanthar 50mm f2 on an A7rIV: www.dropbox.com/sh/73h2qf78m2bpipx/AABwqnP81igB_NKO8cf8B8hYa?dl=0
Would love to see you review the Nikon 50/1.2 Ai-S from 1981! (or any old vintage lenses!) It's supposed to be one of the sharpest Nikon lenses, even to this day, so I've been considering getting it. It's for F-mount, but I assume you got a FTZ converter for your Z camera or can borrow one.
I have the 50/1.2 AI-S and it lacks any sort of sharpness at f/1.2, appealing only for the soft dreamy look that comes with high spherical aberration. It does sharpen up well at f/2, but generally is about equal to the 50/1.8G from there on. Certainly not up to the level of the new 50/1.8 S, or this Sigma. Even the current Voigtlander 50/1.2 Nocton (Sony E or Leica M) is probably a bit better. I personally like it for the brilliant 18-point diffraction bursts (sunstars) it makes, as it is the widest prime Nikon have ever made with 9 straight aperture blades. The flair resistance is a bit lacking though, due to the older coatings used. Mechanically very solid, no plastics anywhere, just a rubber focus ring and enamel painted metal body. My copy is a recently produced one (Nikon is still selling them!), and the aperture ring is interestingly still quite stiff, although the focus is very smooth and well dampened, smoother even than a Zeiss ZM lens I own.
Hi Chris, I love you vids and Sigma too ( I have the 35mm ART DG DN). I am planning to buy a premium 50/55mm and am waiting for the DG DN version of the ART 50mm which I had hoped would be released on 1.June as rumoured but it didnt happen. Do you have any insider info ? Otherwise I am going for Zeiss 55mm as the Sigma HSM vesion will drop in value too much. The Sigma guys in Munich recently hinted that it my be coming soon
I absolutely love my Sigma Art 50 on my A7R3. In the studio it is almost my perfect lens (here's looking at you Sigma 85 1.4 DN...). But it isn't what I would use for a walk around lens for travel.
Hi @chris How would you compare this against the much smaller and cheaper Samyang 45mm 1.8? It seems rather competent and sharp for the price as well. Do you think it’s worth spending double for the much heavier Sigma?
But it's so similar in performance at nearly double the cost... I wish Sigma refreshed this lens similar to what they did wit their recent 85mm F1.4. Optically perfect, and smaller! One can only dream...
Rusins I have seen what the 50mm f1.4 looks like paired with an A7RIII and to date its personally the best image quality I’ve ever seen. I have an A7RIV so I need absolutely the best glass available to get the most out of the sensor.
Rusins On Dustin Abbott’s comparison I saw the Planar was slightly better in the corners wide open, they evened up stopped down. The rendering as well I found to be slightly better on the Planar. That with the aperture ring is why I’d buy it over the Art.
I remember a review you did on the Tamron 45mm f/1.8 in which you thought it was nearly as sharp as this Sigma 50mm. I was thinking of buying the 45mm since it's even less expensive than the Sigma 50mm. I wonder, do yo still believe that? I hope you will respond. (By the way, you're my favorite lens reviewer on TH-cam. Great job!)
I had that lens and it was very sharp. However it autofocussed really poorly in low light on either a D500 or a D810. So check it out before you buy it.
Just in time! I bought a Sony camera recently and looking at this particular 50. I ahve a question too - do you think one will lose much if takes the little Samyang 45/1.8 over this?
Based on his review of that lens, the Sigma is noticeably better in just about every way. It's just a question of whether you think it's $550 better given size or budget constraints. (Provided you're in the US. I don't know about pricing in other regions. The Sigma is $950 new in the US.) If the Sigma happens to be within your price range though, check out some reviews on the Voigtlander 50mm f/2 if you don't mind the loss in light or manual focus. It's small like the Samyang, apochromatic (hence its price), and can even stand up to the a7RIV's resolution.
I'm typically not afraid to buy a more expensive lens. Unlike the camera bodies, they hold their value pretty well, because an expensive lens is usually a good one. I have two serious considerations, though. First is the size difference. The Samyang is less than half the size of this. I see that feature as valuable as the sharpness. Second, look at the Sigma 85/1.4 DN that came lately. They replaced their "modified" DSLR lens with a smaller, sharper more modern one. What if I buy this HSM and the upgraded version come in several weeks? So that makes me look at the Samyang too. It's not so "coveted", it will not hold the value that well, but for just 300? And they say it's actually sharp and with accurate AF...
@@momchilyordanov8190 For the price there's no denying that the Samyang is good. There's just diminishing returns as you go higher up. If you'd rather the best you can get technically and don't mind manual focus, the Voigtlander is still a good option. If you're concerned about this being replaced, I'd wait. If you need a lens now, the Samyang would still be good.
@@RealRaynedance Just want to second your opinion on this, the Voigtlander 50/2 is the best, but if AF is needed then either wait for the inevitable Sigma 50mm Art DG DN lens, or get the Samyang 45.
Got the samyang 45 when buying a package of used lenses and was planning to sell it, but after using it I decide to keep it. Photos come out really nice of that little lens, particularly impressed by bokeh rendering. As you've already pointed out it is probably a bad time to buy this sigma, as the dg dn version is bound to be released sooner rather than later. Just get the samyang in the meantime and sell it on if you're not satisfied.
@@mr2ivan762 The difference is simply that the 50 mm is for fullframe, therefore bigger and heavier. The 56 gives you a more useful and very good portrait lens for APS-C.
The 56mm is from the Contemporary line while the 50mm is from the Art line. The 56mm is better suited to APS-C, and is far smaller, but less tactile. Shoot the 56mm now, and if you get FF later there may be a revised 50mm which is either more compact or more potent. The new 85mm DN is more akin to the 56mm, though.
Long time ago, I wrote somewhere that Sigma will sell mc11 glued lenses, to do cash in order to made budget and rethink a real mirrorless version, and win time of course........today we got the new 85, this one and the 35 are coming for sure,...omho.
But I guess its good corner performance on APSC is because of the longer effective flange distance, even if the camera would be completely out of balance in the hand. Roll on the Smallma.
I just want to ask, do you think you really judge lens by the Sharpness. My friend sharpness is not most important. You should stop to confuse the people about quality and what is good lens
Sharpness is one important aspect, but yes, it's not the only thing to consider, which is why Christopher reviews bokeh quality, DOF, chromatic/diffractive aberrations, coma, lens flares, etc. as well in most reviews.
And you should stop confuse people my making vain insinuations. If you don't say what you're thinking how one should judge a lens, you can as well remain silent. Also, Chris is NOT judging a lens by sharpness alone. I'm not witting this to you, but to the people you are trying to confuse.
I remember being floored by the image quality of the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art on a 24MP DSLR when I borrowed a copy shortly after it came out to use with my Nikon D600. I was afraid that it would fall to pieces on a higher resolution sensor, but it seems that Sigma glimpsed into the future and realized they had to at least make their optics good enough for 50MP, like the Canon 5DS. Unfortunately, they also helped start the trend of big, heavy primes, which I found off-putting. Still, I'm glad to see this lens is a good buy in 2020, regardless of lens mount. Thanks, Chris!
The 35 1.4 Art isn't so big. And, also incredibly sharp. I use it for my 5dsr
I'm hoping they'll redesign it into a smaller lens soon like they recently did with the Sigma 85 DN
Same here, i dont mind that my 24-105 from sigma is a bit heavier as its sharp and covers a wider range than the 24-70 - i use the 70 if i want to travel light, but if i just go for a walk or so the 105 is on my 6D mkii. Im still surprised how "strongly" i feel those 300g of increased weight... anyhow for Primes i love my 35mm f2 from canon - one of my best boughts, f2 with IS and supersharp - i own a 50mm 1.8 from canon and sadly i bought a used 50mm1.4 which had a damaged focus motor apparently (it can never get sharp focus with the ovf it always misses, only in live view it works) - so i looked at the sigmas and expected something compact but boy they are nearly as big as the 105... chunk chubbers...
I would also prefer smaller more compact lenses, but both the 40 and 50mm from sigma are so long i would rarely take them along as a secondary lense due to weight and size. Plus for the price its a bit offputting to just buy one and see if i can arrange myself with it
I wonder how long before Sigma updates this lens to a small version, just as they did recently with the 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
@@tayo5302 755g for the 35mm isn't that light tbh.
There is a sigma 35mm dg dn already. They decided to make it f1.2 though, with everything that entails... 50mm next!
@@aceflibble any new informations after 5 months?
Waiting for the dg dn version :)
Still waiting
i am still waiting as well
Same
I just love this lens. I bought it for my Canon EF and then use it all the time on my Sony via MC-11 adapter. I keep wanting to "upgrade" this lens but I have to tell myself that UNLESS I buy say the Sony 50mm f1.2 GM, there is no upgrade I want to do. Its a absolute bargain especially used for ANY users and Sony users, buy the EF version for cheap and get the MC-11 adapter. It works natively.
Chris, thanks for another of your expert and super practical reviews.
My base gear, now for some years, has been a Canon 6D together with a mix of Canon L glass and Sigma Art wide angle zooms for landscape shots.
Recently, a friend upgraded her Sony AR ( first iteration), but gave me the body as was not happy with the trade in price.
Only looking for one lens for the pixel packed A7 R and the 50 mm focal length will be all I need.
This looks like an ideal choice.
Also, very pleased for you that your viewer base has continued to increase. A proper reward for your excellent work.
Chris comes through again. Great review.
Sharper than I expected and 40cm close focus is such an awesome feature. If they make a smaller mirrorless version of this lens I'll be all over it.
And they did. The sigma 50mm 1.4 dg dn without the in-body-Adapter has been released early this year
@@Whodini6likesSharpGF I ended up going for the 1.4 GM in the end
Is it just me, or has anyone else noticed that e-mails from TH-cam alerting us to new tutorials have not been coming through of late. I am subscribed, and the "bell" is set to all.
Thank you for your reviews. I really appreciate your honest and detalied reviews. I wish one day you could review Zeiss Milvus 50 mm f:1.4
Nice review! Personally I think this lens is a unnecessarily large and heavy lens with outdated focus mechanics - at least for mirrorless cameras. Furthermore the bokeh can be a little bit "clinical" in my option. I'd pick the Sony Zeiss 50mm 1.4 any day over the 50mm Sigma Art. I'd also expect the lens to be replaced by a more compact modern design that is optimized for mirrorless cameras soon.
I'm glad I got this lens (for Canon mount though) last December on Ebay. I just checked the prices, and it looks like they are running $150-200 higher than what I paid for.
I owned one back in 2015, the image quality was the best I've seen but I eventually got rid of it because of its size and weight. I used it a lot less than I would like, missing out pictures in the end. I now have a lighter setup which I take out the bag much more. But I still miss the image quality of that Sigma.
I'm curious to see a review of the sigma 50-150mm for apsc. Maybe sigma will loan it for a week for testing
I'm curious if the 35mm and 50mm Sigma lenses will receive the DG DN treatment like the recently released 85mm version. Would be great to see those lenses in a even smaller body. Do it Sigma! ^_^
A crystal Pepsi with a date of nov.06.17 ! 3:44 where do you get that !? i want one !
nice lens review btw ;D.
I just wish that Sigma would've actually redesigned the thing for mirrorless, it looks like they just stuck an extension on the lens mount to stick the lens the same distance from the sensor as the older EF-mount. When I look at Canon lenses designed specifically for the EOS M series, they're so much smaller than DSLR lenses for equivalent focal lengths that it makes buying into that system worthwhile. If the lens is just as big as the DSLR lens though, or arguably larger because of the mount/flange, one may as well buy the DSLR version because it can then be used on both mirrorless and DSLR cameras.
Sigma is designing new lenses for mirrorless. They just also brought the DSLR prime lenses over too.
Designing new lenses takes a lot of time and money. Sigma couldn't immediately recreate an entire prime lens lineup for mirrorless, so they instead made their DSLR prime lenses natively mount on E-mount while simultaneously designing new lenses specifically for mirrorless.
Sigma only released the reflex primes in E-mount due to overwhelming requests from the photography community. Now that the L Mount Alliance has commenced there'll be more mirrourless-native designs like the 85 DN.
How is this compared to the Samyang 50mm f1.4 ii ??
How does this compare with the zeiss 55mm 1.8?
Hi, Greetings from Canada. I am planning on buying a telephoto lens. Sony 70-350 is now cheaper (900 CAD). I also have my eyes on Tamaron 70-180 f2.8. but that one doesn't have IIS. Would you please do a review on the Tamaron and a comparison if possible. I'd be delighted. Thanks
Thank you for the review. I think I'd prefer the smaller form factor of the Zony 55 1.8
never been so fast to click Chris!
Me too! Love his reviews!
Hi Chris, how does its af motor compare to the ef mount 20mm, 24mm as well as the newer 40mm, 28mm? I want to control them via Teradek RT Smartknob for focus pulling electronically in camera for video because comparing to the sigma ff cine primes, they have a much shorter focus pull when focused by hand. So smooth focus transition through the motor is a must. Thanks
I can't wait for the 135mm revision! Wonder if Sigma would rework that like the 85mm?
Can you test f mount dslr lenses?
Comparing this to ziess planar 50mm 1.4
Does it deserve double the price ?
If you ask me, yes! The reason is the much nicer bokeh and smaller size.
@@stefan_becker but also strange color cast in all images if you compared it to other lenses
@@DRcozmo-km9er I cannot confirm this. If you don't believe me, here are my comparison images between the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm 1.2, the Zeiss, the Mitakon and the Voigtlander Apo Lanthar 50mm f2 on an A7rIV: www.dropbox.com/sh/73h2qf78m2bpipx/AABwqnP81igB_NKO8cf8B8hYa?dl=0
@@stefan_becker yeah, all great AF lenses... ;)
No.
Great video Chris, although I hope sigma releases an actual mirrorless version, and not just one with a built in adapter
Doing it this way makes it affordable.
@@pizzablender Doing it the other way makes it way more compact
Would love to see you review the Nikon 50/1.2 Ai-S from 1981! (or any old vintage lenses!)
It's supposed to be one of the sharpest Nikon lenses, even to this day, so I've been considering getting it.
It's for F-mount, but I assume you got a FTZ converter for your Z camera or can borrow one.
I have the 50/1.2 AI-S and it lacks any sort of sharpness at f/1.2, appealing only for the soft dreamy look that comes with high spherical aberration. It does sharpen up well at f/2, but generally is about equal to the 50/1.8G from there on. Certainly not up to the level of the new 50/1.8 S, or this Sigma. Even the current Voigtlander 50/1.2 Nocton (Sony E or Leica M) is probably a bit better.
I personally like it for the brilliant 18-point diffraction bursts (sunstars) it makes, as it is the widest prime Nikon have ever made with 9 straight aperture blades. The flair resistance is a bit lacking though, due to the older coatings used.
Mechanically very solid, no plastics anywhere, just a rubber focus ring and enamel painted metal body. My copy is a recently produced one (Nikon is still selling them!), and the aperture ring is interestingly still quite stiff, although the focus is very smooth and well dampened, smoother even than a Zeiss ZM lens I own.
Hi Chris, I love you vids and Sigma too ( I have the 35mm ART DG DN). I am planning to buy a premium 50/55mm and am waiting for the DG DN version of the ART 50mm which I had hoped would be released on 1.June as rumoured but it didnt happen. Do you have any insider info ? Otherwise I am going for Zeiss 55mm as the Sigma HSM vesion will drop in value too much. The Sigma guys in Munich recently hinted that it my be coming soon
I absolutely love my Sigma Art 50 on my A7R3. In the studio it is almost my perfect lens (here's looking at you Sigma 85 1.4 DN...). But it isn't what I would use for a walk around lens for travel.
24-70mm f2.8 with stabilisation is pretty much the perfect travel lens for a full frame setup. The Tamron G2 is amazing.
Smaakjeks K Thanks, but I generally avoid using zooms because I prefer the look at aperture of primes
How would you compare it to the Samyang 50mm f1.4 ii ?
Thank you! Interesting, as always. I'd like to hear your opinion about Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/1.4
thanks for this useful review.
I want this lens sooooo badly!!!
How would you compare this to the Samyang 50mm f1.4 ii ?
Hi @chris
How would you compare this against the much smaller and cheaper Samyang 45mm 1.8? It seems rather competent and sharp for the price as well.
Do you think it’s worth spending double for the much heavier Sigma?
This Sigma lens is a bit sharper and brighter
Chris, are you going to buy A7R IV or Canon R5?
Love your reviews!! Can you please review the Sont 24mm 1.4 GM? Some may say its a perfect lens...
I’d still get the Sony Zeiss 50mm f1.4 Planar over this, that lens is absolutely stunning.
But it's so similar in performance at nearly double the cost...
I wish Sigma refreshed this lens similar to what they did wit their recent 85mm F1.4. Optically perfect, and smaller! One can only dream...
Rusins I have seen what the 50mm f1.4 looks like paired with an A7RIII and to date its personally the best image quality I’ve ever seen. I have an A7RIV so I need absolutely the best glass available to get the most out of the sensor.
@@joe2snj Fair enough then. I've seen reviews say that the Sigma has better corner sharpness, so keep that in mind.
Rusins On Dustin Abbott’s comparison I saw the Planar was slightly better in the corners wide open, they evened up stopped down.
The rendering as well I found to be slightly better on the Planar. That with the aperture ring is why I’d buy it over the Art.
Hope Sigma did a new dg dn version of the lens ! Just to old
I remember a review you did on the Tamron 45mm f/1.8 in which you thought it was nearly as sharp as this Sigma 50mm. I was thinking of buying the 45mm since it's even less expensive than the Sigma 50mm. I wonder, do yo still believe that? I hope you will respond. (By the way, you're my favorite lens reviewer on TH-cam. Great job!)
I had that lens and it was very sharp. However it autofocussed really poorly in low light on either a D500 or a D810. So check it out before you buy it.
Just in time! I bought a Sony camera recently and looking at this particular 50. I ahve a question too - do you think one will lose much if takes the little Samyang 45/1.8 over this?
Based on his review of that lens, the Sigma is noticeably better in just about every way. It's just a question of whether you think it's $550 better given size or budget constraints. (Provided you're in the US. I don't know about pricing in other regions. The Sigma is $950 new in the US.)
If the Sigma happens to be within your price range though, check out some reviews on the Voigtlander 50mm f/2 if you don't mind the loss in light or manual focus. It's small like the Samyang, apochromatic (hence its price), and can even stand up to the a7RIV's resolution.
I'm typically not afraid to buy a more expensive lens. Unlike the camera bodies, they hold their value pretty well, because an expensive lens is usually a good one. I have two serious considerations, though. First is the size difference. The Samyang is less than half the size of this. I see that feature as valuable as the sharpness. Second, look at the Sigma 85/1.4 DN that came lately. They replaced their "modified" DSLR lens with a smaller, sharper more modern one. What if I buy this HSM and the upgraded version come in several weeks? So that makes me look at the Samyang too. It's not so "coveted", it will not hold the value that well, but for just 300? And they say it's actually sharp and with accurate AF...
@@momchilyordanov8190 For the price there's no denying that the Samyang is good. There's just diminishing returns as you go higher up. If you'd rather the best you can get technically and don't mind manual focus, the Voigtlander is still a good option. If you're concerned about this being replaced, I'd wait. If you need a lens now, the Samyang would still be good.
@@RealRaynedance Just want to second your opinion on this, the Voigtlander 50/2 is the best, but if AF is needed then either wait for the inevitable Sigma 50mm Art DG DN lens, or get the Samyang 45.
Got the samyang 45 when buying a package of used lenses and was planning to sell it, but after using it I decide to keep it. Photos come out really nice of that little lens, particularly impressed by bokeh rendering. As you've already pointed out it is probably a bad time to buy this sigma, as the dg dn version is bound to be released sooner rather than later. Just get the samyang in the meantime and sell it on if you're not satisfied.
How unusual to find another Cardiff photographer on youtube!
Would you recommend this or the sigma 56mm? On the fence between the 2 they both seem like really great lenses
The size is very different. And the Sigma 56 is APS-C only.
@@pizzablender I do shoot apsc plus the 56 does seem cheaper as well so I was curious if there was a major difference in quality
@@mr2ivan762 The difference is simply that the 50 mm is for fullframe, therefore bigger and heavier. The 56 gives you a more useful and very good portrait lens for APS-C.
The 56mm is from the Contemporary line while the 50mm is from the Art line. The 56mm is better suited to APS-C, and is far smaller, but less tactile. Shoot the 56mm now, and if you get FF later there may be a revised 50mm which is either more compact or more potent. The new 85mm DN is more akin to the 56mm, though.
Where did you find that Crystal Pepsi😳?
Long time ago, I wrote somewhere that Sigma will sell mc11 glued lenses, to do cash in order to made budget and rethink a real mirrorless version, and win time of course........today we got the new 85, this one and the 35 are coming for sure,...omho.
Did you say... L MOUNT ALLIANCE?
I’m using ef version on eos r. Af in my setup is much, much faster.
I hope you're not drinking out of that 3 year old Crystal Pepsi bottle. That's from Nov. 6, 2017!!
This lens and 35mm F1.4 need to be redesigned as smaller lens just for mirror less e mount, Bigma lens are too big
Exactly!
But I guess its good corner performance on APSC is because of the longer effective flange distance, even if the camera would be completely out of balance in the hand. Roll on the Smallma.
There are loads of options on 35 and 50 mm.
My OCD can't handle the extension tube Sony E-mount. So goofy looking.
L Mount Alliance Alliance Aliance ance ...
This reminds me to sell mine, I never use it.
send it my way fam
this Art lens ,is lottery to find good one
Old nonsense doesn't become more true by repeating it over and over.
Don’t buy this lens. Mine started coming apart from the adapter piece within a year with no drops or any signs of any other damage.
I just want to ask, do you think you really judge lens by the Sharpness. My friend sharpness is not most important. You should stop to confuse the people about quality and what is good lens
Sharpness is one important aspect, but yes, it's not the only thing to consider, which is why Christopher reviews bokeh quality, DOF, chromatic/diffractive aberrations, coma, lens flares, etc. as well in most reviews.
And you should stop confuse people my making vain insinuations. If you don't say what you're thinking how one should judge a lens, you can as well remain silent. Also, Chris is NOT judging a lens by sharpness alone. I'm not witting this to you, but to the people you are trying to confuse.