Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 Coming for Pentax!

ddamski · 03-06-2014, 01:38 AM

i used this on my NIkon D7100 and it is indeed a fantastic lens.. now i sold my D7100, returned to pentax with the K-3 and looking forward for this piece of glass again..

Anyway, no rush, still have some nikon equipment for sale

gri · 03-06-2014, 04:35 AM

Do we have any info when is scheduled to come for Pentax

pfannkuchen_gesicht · 03-06-2014, 04:46 AM - **1 Like**

no, not really, only rough estimates.
According to most sellers I asked it's expected to ship mid-march or eventually in april.

Edgar_in_Indy · 03-06-2014, 05:51 AM

Originally posted by ddamski

i used this on my NIkon D7100 and it is indeed a fantastic lens..

That's good to hear. It should be even better on Pentax with Image Stabilization.

jeanpierre · 03-06-2014, 08:21 AM

I am wondering how good the Sigma 18-35/1.8 will be on the K-3!!
And the new Sigma 50/1.4 DG must be a surprise even to beat the Zeiss Otus!!! Wow!
But I will first test this 2 with my K-3! Afterthan maybe to buy one.
If that 2 sigma lenses works very well with the K-3, so I wish, Pentax will go ahead with weathersealed lenses!
Nowaday it is time to acept other brand, when it works great! Instead of making contest, who makes better lenses......

leadfoot · 03-10-2014, 04:06 PM - **1 Like**

Today, I contacted Sigma USA regarding the 18-35mm f/1.8 lens for Pentax mounts. They responded quickly, so I guess they are listening.

Good afternoon,

Unfortunately the 18-35 has yet to be released in Sony and Pentax mounts. We are currently expecting an early May delivery. I am very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Best regards,

M S
Sales Operations Supervisor
Sigma Corp of America

DSims · 03-10-2014, 04:39 PM

Originally posted by leadfoot

Today, I contacted Sigma USA regarding the 18-35mm f/1.8 lens for Pentax mounts. They responded quickly, so I guess they are listening.

Good afternoon,

Unfortunately the 18-35 has yet to be released in Sony and Pentax mounts. We are currently expecting an early May delivery. I am very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Best regards,

M S
Sales Operations Supervisor
Sigma Corp of America

It's good to hear they care!

---------- Post added 03-10-14 at 04:47 PM ----------

Originally posted by jeanpierre

And the new Sigma 50/1.4 DG must be a surprise even to beat the Zeiss Otus!!! Wow!

By whose reckoning? Sigma is doing great things now, but whoever says so probably isn't looking very closely. Zeiss has a solid track record of delivering subtle imaging characteristics that make a positive difference. Even though they're getting better, Sigma still omits some positive characteristics that many other lenses have (not just Zeiss)!

Last edited by DSims; 03-10-2014 at 08:56 PM.

goldenarrow · 03-11-2014, 08:22 PM

Originally posted by leadfoot

Today, I contacted Sigma USA regarding the 18-35mm f/1.8 lens for Pentax mounts. They responded quickly, so I guess they are listening.

Good afternoon,

Unfortunately the 18-35 has yet to be released in Sony and Pentax mounts. We are currently expecting an early May delivery. I am very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Best regards,

M S
Sales Operations Supervisor
Sigma Corp of America

Thanks for the info. Guess I will wait to order until they are actually shipping. Like vaporware in the software industry.....

Mock · 03-13-2014, 09:37 AM

Originally posted by goldenarrow

Thanks for the info. Guess I will wait to order until they are actually shipping. Like vaporware in the software industry.....

They are coming, eventually. Demand from retailers does play a small part in this, so put in your order if you're decided on it.

hakea · 03-13-2014, 09:29 PM

I emailed digidirect.com.au of australia and they said they are on backorder with a lead time of 3-4weeks.

Ronin1 · 03-19-2014, 02:07 PM

Don't wait buy one you will be happy as hell Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 got one in the UK it a short Zoom some might not like but what i like in Zoom it make up in Sharpness

Mock · 03-20-2014, 12:10 PM

Originally posted by Ronin1

Don't wait buy one you will be happy as hell Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 got one in the UK it a short Zoom some might not like but what i like in Zoom it make up in Sharpness

Could you spare us some kind of deeper insight beyond the obvious, or a sample image or two made on a Pentax camera? It would be deeply appreciated.

Edgar_in_Indy · 03-20-2014, 03:19 PM

Gotta love those types of posts. Does he actually have the 18-35mm in K-mount? or any mount? Nobody knows!

nightfly · 03-20-2014, 04:13 PM

Originally posted by Ronin1

Don't wait buy one you will be happy as hell Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 got one in the UK it a short Zoom some might not like but what i like in Zoom it make up in Sharpness

Saw your review Ronin1.

Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM (Art) Lens Reviews - Sigma Lenses - Pentax Lens Review Database

I sent you a PM to inquire your obtaining this lens weeks ago with no reply. Would you spare a moment to inform us as you seem to be the only Pentax mount owner. Maybe a few examples of this lens on your K-5IIs. If you would be so kind.

Alex Nostalgix · 03-20-2014, 04:17 PM

Originally posted by nightfly

Saw your review Ronin1.

Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM (Art) Lens Reviews - Sigma Lenses - Pentax Lens Review Database

I sent you a PM to inquire your obtaining this lens weeks ago with no reply. Would you spare a moment to inform us as you seem to be the only Pentax mount owner. Maybe a few examples of this lens on your K-5IIs. If you would be so kind.

I ask aswell never got a response

03-11-2014, 08:22 PM	#608
goldenarrow Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Suburbs. Photos: Gallery Posts: 501	shipping? Originally posted by leadfoot Today, I contacted Sigma USA regarding the 18-35mm f/1.8 lens for Pentax mounts. They responded quickly, so I guess they are listening. Good afternoon, Unfortunately the 18-35 has yet to be released in Sony and Pentax mounts. We are currently expecting an early May delivery. I am very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please let me know if you have any questions. Best regards, M S Sales Operations Supervisor Sigma Corp of America Thanks for the info. Guess I will wait to order until they are actually shipping. Like vaporware in the software industry.....

03-13-2014, 09:37 AM	#609
Mock Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Edmonton Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 314	Originally posted by goldenarrow Thanks for the info. Guess I will wait to order until they are actually shipping. Like vaporware in the software industry..... They are coming, eventually. Demand from retailers does play a small part in this, so put in your order if you're decided on it. Last edited by Mock; 03-13-2014 at 09:51 AM.

03-20-2014, 03:19 PM	#613
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Gotta love those types of posts. Does he actually have the 18-35mm in K-mount? or any mount? Nobody knows! Last edited by Edgar_in_Indy; 03-20-2014 at 03:33 PM.

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ddamski Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Fribourg , Switzerland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 163	i used this on my NIkon D7100 and it is indeed a fantastic lens.. now i sold my D7100, returned to pentax with the K-3 and looking forward for this piece of glass again.. Anyway, no rush, still have some nikon equipment for sale

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gri Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 25	Do we have any info when is scheduled to come for Pentax

03-06-2014, 04:46 AM - 1 Like	#603
pfannkuchen_gesicht Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 57	no, not really, only rough estimates. According to most sellers I asked it's expected to ship mid-march or eventually in april.

03-06-2014, 05:51 AM	#604
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Originally posted by ddamski i used this on my NIkon D7100 and it is indeed a fantastic lens.. That's good to hear. It should be even better on Pentax with Image Stabilization.

03-06-2014, 08:21 AM	#605
jeanpierre New Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 24	I am wondering how good the Sigma 18-35/1.8 will be on the K-3!! And the new Sigma 50/1.4 DG must be a surprise even to beat the Zeiss Otus!!! Wow! But I will first test this 2 with my K-3! Afterthan maybe to buy one. If that 2 sigma lenses works very well with the K-3, so I wish, Pentax will go ahead with weathersealed lenses! Nowaday it is time to acept other brand, when it works great! Instead of making contest, who makes better lenses......

03-10-2014, 04:06 PM - 1 Like	#606
leadfoot Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Oregon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 131	Today, I contacted Sigma USA regarding the 18-35mm f/1.8 lens for Pentax mounts. They responded quickly, so I guess they are listening. Good afternoon, Unfortunately the 18-35 has yet to be released in Sony and Pentax mounts. We are currently expecting an early May delivery. I am very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please let me know if you have any questions. Best regards, M S Sales Operations Supervisor Sigma Corp of America

03-10-2014, 04:39 PM	#607
DSims Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Southern California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,236	Originally posted by leadfoot Today, I contacted Sigma USA regarding the 18-35mm f/1.8 lens for Pentax mounts. They responded quickly, so I guess they are listening. Good afternoon, Unfortunately the 18-35 has yet to be released in Sony and Pentax mounts. We are currently expecting an early May delivery. I am very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please let me know if you have any questions. Best regards, M S Sales Operations Supervisor Sigma Corp of America It's good to hear they care! ---------- Post added 03-10-14 at 04:47 PM ---------- Originally posted by jeanpierre And the new Sigma 50/1.4 DG must be a surprise even to beat the Zeiss Otus!!! Wow! By whose reckoning? Sigma is doing great things now, but whoever says so probably isn't looking very closely. Zeiss has a solid track record of delivering subtle imaging characteristics that make a positive difference. Even though they're getting better, Sigma still omits some positive characteristics that many other lenses have (not just Zeiss)! Last edited by DSims; 03-10-2014 at 08:56 PM.

03-13-2014, 09:29 PM	#610
hakea Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 62	I emailed digidirect.com.au of australia and they said they are on backorder with a lead time of 3-4weeks.

03-19-2014, 02:07 PM	#611
Ronin1 New Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: United Kingdom Photos: Albums Posts: 5	Don't wait buy one you will be happy as hell Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 got one in the UK it a short Zoom some might not like but what i like in Zoom it make up in Sharpness

03-20-2014, 12:10 PM	#612
Mock Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Edmonton Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 314	Originally posted by Ronin1 Don't wait buy one you will be happy as hell Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 got one in the UK it a short Zoom some might not like but what i like in Zoom it make up in Sharpness Could you spare us some kind of deeper insight beyond the obvious, or a sample image or two made on a Pentax camera? It would be deeply appreciated.

03-20-2014, 04:13 PM	#614
nightfly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Maine, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 251	Originally posted by Ronin1 Don't wait buy one you will be happy as hell Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 got one in the UK it a short Zoom some might not like but what i like in Zoom it make up in Sharpness Saw your review Ronin1. Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM (Art) Lens Reviews - Sigma Lenses - Pentax Lens Review Database I sent you a PM to inquire your obtaining this lens weeks ago with no reply. Would you spare a moment to inform us as you seem to be the only Pentax mount owner. Maybe a few examples of this lens on your K-5IIs. If you would be so kind.

03-20-2014, 04:17 PM	#615
Alex Nostalgix Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Photos: Albums Posts: 60	Originally posted by nightfly Saw your review Ronin1. Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM (Art) Lens Reviews - Sigma Lenses - Pentax Lens Review Database I sent you a PM to inquire your obtaining this lens weeks ago with no reply. Would you spare a moment to inform us as you seem to be the only Pentax mount owner. Maybe a few examples of this lens on your K-5IIs. If you would be so kind. I ask aswell never got a response