I really like sigmas new range coming out, but would love to see a 24 1.4, what is anyone else going for?
future of sigma art line
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their current 85mm f1.4 is brilliant I could see them leaving the optics the same and releasing this in the new body and build quite quickly
the 50mm needs an optical redo but would be a big hit
I think they really need to get a 24-70 f2.8 OS out to compete with tamron (i'm hoping for this before anything else) The Tamrons build is a dealbreaker for me but the newst sigmas on the market are really well made.
the 50mm needs an optical redo but would be a big hit
I think they really need to get a 24-70 f2.8 OS out to compete with tamron (i'm hoping for this before anything else) The Tamrons build is a dealbreaker for me but the newst sigmas on the market are really well made.
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Personally I can't wait for their 85mm f/1.4 art line lens (assuming they will actually make one). If it's as good as the 35mm, it could be an awesome alternative to the 85mm f/1.2L.
I'd also like to see them come out with a good 50mm since Canon seems to be in no rush to upgrade the 50mm f/1.4 LoCA monster.
A 135mm f/2 could be nice to see in the art line, but the Canon version is already good and not too much money.
I'd also like to see them come out with a good 50mm since Canon seems to be in no rush to upgrade the 50mm f/1.4 LoCA monster.
A 135mm f/2 could be nice to see in the art line, but the Canon version is already good and not too much money.
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wickidwombat said:
+1! Go Sigma. Given the high standard of Sigma's recent releases, a 24-70 f2.8 OS could be an absolute scorcher and would put pressure on both Tamron and the admittedly brilliant Canon 24-70 f/2.8II. I had a 48 hour test drive of the new Canon and was very impressed, but right now have better things to throw $2300 at. Some photographers are blessed with amazingly steady hands, but I'd value IS/OS.
Sigma really has shaken off the "Stigma" badge of dishonour, they are a lens manufacturer on the move!
-PW
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I totally agree ... I recently bought the Tamron 24-70 f/2.8 VC and the build quality is not exactly what I was hoping for ... also it kinda looks a bit bland and boring.wickidwombat said:
Although I haven't held one in hand, the new Sigma lenses seem really good ... but what I am more interested in is their newly developed “USB DOCK” for updating firmware ... coz my biggest concern with Sigma lenses was when I upgraded my Canon DSLR firmware version or bought a new camera. I used to have several Sigma lenses but whenever I upgraded to a new camera or upgraded the firmware, my Sigma lenses would suddenly change their AF behaviour (irratic, slow, front focus, back focus etc) in one of the lenses the OS became noisey ... could be wrong, but I think it has something to do wtih Canon/Nikon "updating"
their firmware/software so the third party lenses are "more than compatable" . But having a USB DOCK to update the lens firmware will negate that issue.
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Respectfully disagree, Sigma has the best 50mm f/1.4 for Canon available, and I include Zeiss in that statement. I think a modern 24mm f/1.4 is the obvious opportunity to me.
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This for startersrobbymack said:
http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2012/09/tamron-24-70-f2-8-vc-issue
and previous experience with poor tamron lenses in the past
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robbymack said:
While there is no denying the hot value of the Tamron, Wickidwombat does have a valid point. Next to the rock n' roll build quality of L glass, there is no comparison. Likewise, the recent efforts from Sigma really do inspire confidence at the level of build quality and that indefinable "presence". It may simply be a matter of perception, but Tamron build doesn't yet match the big end of town.
Like most things, you get what you pay for.
-PW
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AprilForever said:
if it was of the current build quality and say under $4000 (being a little realistic) it would be a pretty sweet option indeed!
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14 /2.8 would be sweet. I like the photos I get from my samyang but at times AF is nice to have. But I have to admit it feels good when I get those great shots from my MF lens, because I know that I did it.
120 /2.0 OS would be useful
Then, although it should be put in sports segment, a 300 /2.8 OS or a 400 /4 OS.
a 1,7x extender would be nice. A bit longer than the 1,4x but with better optics than the 2,0x? OR... a extender zoom. 1x - 2x or something. Would be cool but since nobody has done it yet it is probably not a good idea.
What else...?
120 /2.0 OS would be useful
Then, although it should be put in sports segment, a 300 /2.8 OS or a 400 /4 OS.
a 1,7x extender would be nice. A bit longer than the 1,4x but with better optics than the 2,0x? OR... a extender zoom. 1x - 2x or something. Would be cool but since nobody has done it yet it is probably not a good idea.
What else...?
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I just bought the Tamron 24-70 f/2.8 VC ... although it is heavy and feels nice in the hand, you can see the workmanship is not upto Canon's L lenses, not even close to the cheaper ones like 24-105 L or 17-40 L ... you can check it out yourself, hold the 24-70 VC in your hands (looking down at it) with some light shining through from underneath the lens ... you will see the gap between the gold ring and the focus ring singlificantly bigger than the cheapest of Canon L lenses. I am not saying that the lens is bad optically or that it does not perform well, its a great lens optically for just $1049 and its VC is better than Canon 70-200 f/2.8 L IS II ... and I have been using only the tammy for the past 10 days ... having said that I would be really scared of dropping the Tammy, coz something about its feel makes me think that it will fall apart ... whereas my 24-105 L has seen many falls and survvived, including dust in its zoom ring, but it still works as good as the day I bought it years ago.robbymack said:
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It seems like Tamron have changed the way the back element of the front group is held in place now:wickidwombat said:
http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2013/01/24-70mm-f2-8-lens-teardown-comparison
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I also want to show one close-up of the Tamron front group because the back element of the first group (element #2) was the one we had reported coming loose in a couple of early copies. This copy (which is more recent) shows a very hard plastic seal rather than the softer glue we had seen in those early ones.
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Having been burned by Sigma compatibility multiple times, I'm watching their new lenses with interest and a bit of doubt about their AF and compatibility. Their record of reliability is dismal, and there is little evidence that that is changing. Their IS fales at a high rate, for example.
For Nikon shaft drive lenses, its a different story, AF is fast and reliable, but Sigma is going away from that. Older Sigma autofocus lenses for Nikon hold their value well, but are essentially worthless for Canon DSLR's since they will not work.
For Nikon shaft drive lenses, its a different story, AF is fast and reliable, but Sigma is going away from that. Older Sigma autofocus lenses for Nikon hold their value well, but are essentially worthless for Canon DSLR's since they will not work.
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I wouldn't even mind a 600 f5.6, for those of us without quite so deep pocketsAprilForever said:
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I am like a cat that dipped its tongue in scalding hot milk with sigma compatibility issues... have been an all Canon outfit for years... it is just possible Sigma turned a corner with the new 35mm, but sorry, Sigma will have to turn a lot more consistent corners before I try that saucer again.
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