Sigma 35mm F1.4 lens porn

Adam · 05-28-2013, 07:38 PM - **2 Likes**

The new Sigma 35mm F1.4 "art" features an elegant design that fits the K-5 well, though I'd say that the lens feels a bit heavy on such a light body. I also took some test snaps and wasn't impressed by the sharpness, but the tests weren't controlled, so I will avoid making further comments until our in-depth review is posted!

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Docrwm · 05-28-2013, 07:44 PM

Looking forward to your review. I wonder how it compares to the now discontinued 30/1.4 and the older series of fast primes?

**Digitalis** · 05-28-2013, 08:06 PM

It will be interesting pitting this against the FA31 and the DA35mm f/2.4

lytrytyr · 05-28-2013, 08:54 PM

Originally posted by Digitalis

It will be interesting pitting this against the FA31 and the DA35mm f/2.4

Not to mention the ZK 35/2.

lytrytyr · 05-28-2013, 08:56 PM

Originally posted by Adam

fits the K-5 well, though I'd say that the lens feels a bit heavy on such a light body.

It's all relative!

Compared to a K-x or K-01,
I wouldn't describe the K-5 as "light",
especially when ballasted with a grip.

Adam · 05-28-2013, 09:02 PM

Originally posted by lytrytyr

It's all relative!

Compared to a K-x or K-01,
I wouldn't describe the K-5 as "light",
especially when ballasted with a grip.

It's pretty light compared to FF bodies for which this lens is designed

You definitely need a grip and even then the K-5 feels a bit nose-heavy with the 35mm IMO.

hcc · 05-29-2013, 02:05 AM

Originally posted by Digitalis

It will be interesting pitting this against the FA31 and the DA35mm f/2.4

+1. It would be really valuable and useful.....

By the way, great shot, Adam. The B-W adds nicely to a great shot.

**newmikey** · 05-29-2013, 02:25 AM

Out of my price range. Do the forum rules say anything about not drooling all over a post, by the way? Beautiful combo IMHO and if the lens performs as well as tested on other camera brands, it's bound to be a winner.

Jean Poitiers · 05-29-2013, 04:23 AM

Originally posted by Digitalis

It will be interesting pitting this against the FA31 and the DA35mm f/2.4

I'd like to see this match up ... have the DA and wishing for the FA someday ... J

bdery · 05-29-2013, 05:09 AM

That is one big lens.

Na Horuk · 05-29-2013, 06:37 AM

Yeah, its pretty big. Like the others, I also can't wait to see the reviews and especially comparisons. Btw, do you think using a tighter hood (to make the image circle more APS-C) would improve its performance on crop cameras? Less light bouncing around in there, could mean better contrasts and sharpness

Watson · 07-09-2013, 01:53 PM

I love this lens. It is now my absolute favorite. It never leaves my camera anymore. I shoot with nothing but primes, mostly Pentax Limiteds or DA* class but none of them consistently give the IQ of this new Sigma. The images are tack sharp even wide open, the bokeh is fantastic and the colour rendition is so good the images almost have a 3D effect. This is Sigma's first lens in their new "Art" class and if they keep this quality up I will certainly buy more when they come out.

tzrenz0 · 07-13-2013, 06:31 AM

I love this sigma as well, one thing I would love to lose though is the green artifacts when shooting with the light source close to the FOV, But this lens is sharp @ 1.4 I love the close focus as well. I have pre-ordered the 18-35 as well, can't wait.

tzrenz0 · 07-13-2013, 07:00 PM - **2 Likes**

looks great on my K-30 "The White Wiz"

rawr · 07-14-2013, 04:38 AM

Originally posted by tzrenz0

I just got my Siggy

Wow. That rig looks intimidating.

05-28-2013, 07:38 PM - 2 Likes	#1
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	Sigma 35mm F1.4 lens porn The new Sigma 35mm F1.4 "art" features an elegant design that fits the K-5 well, though I'd say that the lens feels a bit heavy on such a light body. I also took some test snaps and wasn't impressed by the sharpness, but the tests weren't controlled, so I will avoid making further comments until our in-depth review is posted! Attached Images Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

05-28-2013, 09:02 PM	#6
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593 Original Poster	Originally posted by lytrytyr It's all relative! Compared to a K-x or K-01, I wouldn't describe the K-5 as "light", especially when ballasted with a grip. It's pretty light compared to FF bodies for which this lens is designed You definitely need a grip and even then the K-5 feels a bit nose-heavy with the 35mm IMO. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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tzrenz0 Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Gold Coast Photos: Albums Posts: 324	I just got my Siggy looks great on my K-30 "The White Wiz"

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05-28-2013, 07:44 PM	#2
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Looking forward to your review. I wonder how it compares to the now discontinued 30/1.4 and the older series of fast primes?

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Digitalis Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,694	It will be interesting pitting this against the FA31 and the DA35mm f/2.4

05-28-2013, 08:54 PM	#4
lytrytyr Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2011 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,310	Originally posted by Digitalis It will be interesting pitting this against the FA31 and the DA35mm f/2.4 Not to mention the ZK 35/2.

05-28-2013, 08:56 PM	#5
lytrytyr Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2011 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,310	Originally posted by Adam fits the K-5 well, though I'd say that the lens feels a bit heavy on such a light body. It's all relative! Compared to a K-x or K-01, I wouldn't describe the K-5 as "light", especially when ballasted with a grip.

05-29-2013, 02:05 AM	#7
hcc Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,001	Originally posted by Digitalis It will be interesting pitting this against the FA31 and the DA35mm f/2.4 +1. It would be really valuable and useful..... By the way, great shot, Adam. The B-W adds nicely to a great shot.

05-29-2013, 02:25 AM	#8
newmikey Site Supporter Join Date: May 2007 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,287	Out of my price range. Do the forum rules say anything about not drooling all over a post, by the way? Beautiful combo IMHO and if the lens performs as well as tested on other camera brands, it's bound to be a winner.

05-29-2013, 04:23 AM	#9
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Originally posted by Digitalis It will be interesting pitting this against the FA31 and the DA35mm f/2.4 I'd like to see this match up ... have the DA and wishing for the FA someday ... J

05-29-2013, 05:09 AM	#10
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	That is one big lens.

05-29-2013, 06:37 AM	#11
Na Horuk Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Slovenia, probably Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,186	Yeah, its pretty big. Like the others, I also can't wait to see the reviews and especially comparisons. Btw, do you think using a tighter hood (to make the image circle more APS-C) would improve its performance on crop cameras? Less light bouncing around in there, could mean better contrasts and sharpness

07-09-2013, 01:53 PM	#12
Watson New Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 15	I love this lens. It is now my absolute favorite. It never leaves my camera anymore. I shoot with nothing but primes, mostly Pentax Limiteds or DA* class but none of them consistently give the IQ of this new Sigma. The images are tack sharp even wide open, the bokeh is fantastic and the colour rendition is so good the images almost have a 3D effect. This is Sigma's first lens in their new "Art" class and if they keep this quality up I will certainly buy more when they come out.

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07-13-2013, 06:31 AM	#13
tzrenz0 Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Gold Coast Photos: Albums Posts: 324	I love this sigma as well, one thing I would love to lose though is the green artifacts when shooting with the light source close to the FOV, But this lens is sharp @ 1.4 I love the close focus as well. I have pre-ordered the 18-35 as well, can't wait.

07-14-2013, 04:38 AM	#15
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	Originally posted by tzrenz0 I just got my Siggy Wow. That rig looks intimidating.