On Monday I received the newly redesigned Sigma 35mm 1.4 DG HSM Lens , it is one of Sigma’s new ART Series lenses part of the Contemporary line of lenses. It was last November when I first saw this lens at the Henry’s Exposure Show, but I didn’t have an opportunity to take any photos with it at that time other than of the trade show area. What I did notice and was extremely impressed with, is the design and the high quality of construction of the lens.
Yesterday I took a few test photos around the house, we had a huge snowstorm in Ottawa, so I stayed inside. So far I’m impressed! The auto focus is quick and very smooth and there is also a full-time manual focus override using the large and easy the reach focusing ring. Over the next couple of weeks I will try to put this lens through various shooting situations and will write a review giving you my honest and objective thoughts about this lens. Here are a few of the images from yesterday.
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM lens
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM lens
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM lens
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM lens
Our poinsettia is still flowering, 3 months after Christmas!
Thank you for the initial review. I look forward to more from you, and Sigma, in the future. Happy Shooting!
Every review that I have seen so far raves about this lens. Looking forward to your review
I will definitely be back to see what you think!
I want to buy a fast wide angle lens, and am trying to decide between the 24-70 f 2.8 and the 35 f 1.4 but I can only afford one. Which one would you recommend?
That’s a difficult question to answer. I am sure that there are many photographers who would recommend one lens over the other for various reasons and I am sure that each reason would be valid. The question that you have to ask yourself is – what are you going to use the lens for? Would having the zoom be an added bonus or would having the extra 2 stops of light and better bokeh benefit you? There is no one correct answer that would apply for every photographer. If you have any questions or want some further advice you can write to me gblack@garryblack.com