http://photo.blogger.ph/wp-content/uploads/2008/sigma-50mm-f1.4-dg-ex-hsm.jpg

Anyone here know if it's available locally already? :)

To those who has/own one, please do share your experiences with this lens....

It's already available for 22.5k, although it says "Limited Stocks" on their website.

You can check out this link:
http://www.dponline.com.ph/store/search.php5?b=Sigma&c=Camera%20Lens&menuheader%20expandable=5

I think DP Online Store and JTPhotoworld are the same company. :)

It's already available for 22.5k, although it says "Limited Stocks" on their website.

You can check out this link:
http://www.dponline.com.ph/store/search.php5?b=Sigma&c=Camera%20Lens&menuheader%20expandable=5

I think DP Online Store and JTPhotoworld are the same company. :)

Thanks for the tip Matt! :)
But looks like they only have it for Canon mount for now. :(

Oppppssss... :Oops: Sorry, I was not able to check that part... :D

Maybe you can give them a call to check if Nikon mount is also available.

Although, there seems to be no review on this lens yet.

Oppppssss... :Oops: Sorry, I was not able to check that part... :D

Maybe you can give them a call to check if Nikon mount is also available.

Although, there seems to be no review on this lens yet.

I sent them a message, no Nikon mount available as of yet. I've found some reviews comparing it to the Nikkor 50 1.4, and the Sigma actually out performs the Nikkor.

Just received word that this lens is now available in Nikon mount at JTPhoto... will be checking it out on their showroom very very soon.... :D

Review for this lens is already available :)

http://www.dpreview.com/lensreviews/sigma_50_1p4_c16/

This lens is said to outperform its nikon counterpart.., but does its outperformance worth the extra 10K?

From the looks of it at DPReview, it's nearly as big as Canon's EF 50mm f/1.2L.

Another review of this lens (Canon mount):

http://www.photozone.de/canon-eos/392-sigma_50_14_canon

This lens seems to perform well, but the price is a bit high.

funny, i remember pretty much everyone saying that it was soft etc. now the review's out and clearly contradicts it.

i believe sigma makes good lenses. just have to make sure they focus properly. what may seem soft could just be a smidgen out of focus

funny, i remember pretty much everyone saying that it was soft etc. now the review's out and clearly contradicts it.

i believe sigma makes good lenses. just have to make sure they focus properly. what may seem soft could just be a smidgen out of focus

Very well said bro, hehehe. This is so true... :Grin: Way to go Sigma! Class leading performance on this lens, clap clap clap. Sure it's expensive, but I'm still gonna get one hehe.:)

Holding out for the rumored Nikon 50mm AFS, not sure if 1.4 or 1.8. I want to compare the two before making the plunge.

I'm guessing the nikon counterpart if ever it is true will be more expensive. Let's wait and see.

Holding out for the rumored Nikon 50mm AFS, not sure if 1.4 or 1.8. I want to compare the two before making the plunge.

I'm guessing the nikon counterpart if ever it is true will be more expensive. Let's wait and see.

hey buddy, musta? if you have the money ($500+) then wait, but if you're not willing to spend that much, i think you'd be very happy with the nikkor 50/1.4 or 1.8

the nikkor 50/1.4 was my favorite everyday lens with my D80 :)

Just got myself my very first sigma yesterday, the Sigma 50 1.4 EX DG HSM and all I can say is I was never dissappointed. I always had a bias on buying the original manufacturer's lenses and never trusted the handy, inexpensive third party lenses but I was proven wrong. The lens is tact sharp and has lesser CA than my Canon 85 1.8. It feels much like the 50 1.2L but a bit lighter. Still doing random test shots with it and so far its up to my expectations. Im so glad I didn't go for the Canon 50 1.4 which I also tried from a friend.:)

Nice to hear it JJ, Even me I'm waiting from somebody here to make a "On Hand" experience especially for Nikon mount.:)

Holding out for the rumored Nikon 50mm AFS, not sure if 1.4 or 1.8. I want to compare the two before making the plunge.

I'm guessing the nikon counterpart if ever it is true will be more expensive. Let's wait and see.

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hi! sorry for posting this on sigma forum but can't help myself to share this but check it out anyway...
http://nikonrumors.com/2008/08/10/new-nikon-afs-50mm-f14-g-lens-coming-n-september.aspx

while shooting a b-day event last night using my 18-70 kitlens, i was thinking to get a nikkor 50mm 1.4 and told to my buddy about it. but he says to check first this Sigma 50mm 1.4 HSM. immediately i surf some of my fav sites:
http://www.motleypixel.com/reviews/index.htm & www.slrgear.com (http://www.slrgear.com).

wow! nice review! i might get this lens:)


cheers!

hey buddy, musta? if you have the money ($500+) then wait, but if you're not willing to spend that much, i think you'd be very happy with the nikkor 50/1.4 or 1.8

the nikkor 50/1.4 was my favorite everyday lens with my D80 :)

Thanks for the advise! :Grin: So many product releases too little cash to spread around... :(

I'm thinking of going the d90 and 50mm 1.8 afd route. more practical.:D

I wonder how this performs in comparison to the new Nikon 50mm 1.4G... The Nikon's SRP is lower ($500 for the sigma $430 for the Nikkor) so it would be strange to get a 3rd party lens rather than an OEM unless the IQ is significantly better...

Got to test this baby this afternoon. All I can say now is that I am amazed on its performance. Big glass hence the 77mm filter needed. P22,500 is no joke. No direct comparo yet on the AFS nikkor?

Tested one. All at 1.4

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3057/3010719950_75844c4f40.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3139/3010715342_b8f2f2c932.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3184/3009875693_1cc6741040.jpg

You can get the full size file here

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rsh78ph/

considering getting one of these.. any feedback for the nikon mount?

to those who are curious.. here's a linky-link to a thread where guys did extensive comparisons between the nikkor and the sigma 50mm..

http://nikongear.com/smf/index.php?topic=13539.0

im also eyeing this one..

Recently shifted to Canon and this is my first Canon mount lens.

I read everywhere that this is better than Canon's 50mm 1.4.

I got my copy a JT and it front focused a bit but they were kind enough to calibrate it for me.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4132/4985651269_a54a7d4a3d_z.jpg (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4132/4985651269_a54a7d4a3d_z.jpg)

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4150/4986253644_17bfdda139_z.jpg (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4150/4986253644_17bfdda139_z.jpg)

Shot wide open on a 5D mkI

Now its priced at P24,500... Increase of P2T

I wanted to know how the Sigma 50mm 1.4 compares to the Nikon 50mm 1.4 AF-D that I have but since my Sigma is a Canon mount then I have no other way to do this but on Canon camera and I used my 5D mark 1 as this is what I will be using more than my 1000Ds.

The Nikon 50mm 1.4 AF-D was mounted using an adapter and I had to MF the lens and it was a good thing that I had practice before.

Anyway, here are shots of each lens at 1.4

Sigma

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4107/4988521003_59a7fb4803_z.jpg

Nikon

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4125/4989185406_66e72842c8_z.jpg

Both seems to be pretty decent at 1.4 but w/ different exposures. If you adjust exposure and color temp (sigma tends to be a bit warm compared to the nikon that is cool) of the sigma then you'll notice that they are pretty much the same. In terms of bokeh, the sigma is rounder compared to the nikon.

at f/2

Sigma

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4154/4988533939_2a5abd5d6f_z.jpg

Nikon

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4103/4989201516_f34b44a6f4_z.jpg

Both as sharp (just adjust exposure and color temp of the nikon) but the Sigma still has the rounded bokeh while the Nikon's blades are becoming apparent

at f/2.8

Sigma

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4090/4988548065_b4c8df564a_z.jpg

Nikon

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4110/4988612441_2dec44ba05_z.jpg

Sigma's bokeh is still good while the Nikon has become a heptagon

at f/4

Sigma

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4107/4988564053_964bf0a066_z.jpg

Nikon

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4110/4988623837_e271a2b084_z.jpg

In my opinion, if sharpness is important then you can't go wrong with any of the two lenses but if bokeh is then go for a few more thousand more and get the sigma. Just have it calibrated ;D

Original file sizes can be viewed here;

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rsh78ph/sets/72157624827999983/

http://www.dpreview.com/lensreviews/sigma_50_1p4_c16/page6.asp

It pretty much beat the Canon, Sony, and Nikon 1.4s according to them.

Recently shifted to Canon and this is my first Canon mount lens.

I read everywhere that this is better than Canon's 50mm 1.4.

I got my copy a JT and it front focused a bit but they were kind enough to calibrate it for me.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4132/4985651269_a54a7d4a3d_z.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4150/4986253644_17bfdda139_z.jpg

Shot wide open on a 5D mkI

Now its priced at P24,500... Increase of P2T

Nice! How's the AF? I've read that it has better IQ but not as good AF as the Nikon and Canon counterparts.

@David - Wanted the 50mm range on FF so I went for the Sigma since most reviews state that its better than Canon's.

@Angelo - Can't comment since the 5D mkI's AF is slow compared to my Nikon bodies but still ok for me.

Just wanted to bring this up. Is the picture quality great enough to spend the extra 10k for this lens rather than getting the 1.4 50mm of Nikon?

sorry for asking a stupid question as this is my 1st time to be interested in a sigma,

Does the finish of this lens peel off after some time.

thanks

Guys, care enough to give the simplest explanation about front focus and back focus? I can't seem to get my grasp on it. :(

Guys, care enough to give the simplest explanation about front focus and back focus? I can't seem to get my grasp on it. :(

Try aligning 3 batteries on a diagonal position, set your aperture wide open then focus on the battery at the middle. If it focuses on the battery near the lens then you have front focusing issue, if it's on the back, that's back focus. I hope I explained it right though:Grin:

Here are some links that could help..
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=404939

http://photocamel.com/forum/photography-talk/41585-front-back-focusing-tests.html

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=413631&highlight=chuck%20westfall

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5205/5290250729_ea7f670871_z.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5004/5290253429_b6d3639069_z.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5005/5290848870_92958bb5f6_z.jpg

All shot wide open

Crisp shots there Ryan, just curious with your ISO? What is it? Thanks..:)

iso800-1000 on a 5D mkI.

Try aligning 3 batteries on a diagonal position, set your aperture wide open then focus on the battery at the middle. If it focuses on the battery near the lens then you have front focusing issue, if it's on the back, that's back focus. I hope I explained it right though:Grin:

Here are some links that could help..
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=404939

http://photocamel.com/forum/photography-talk/41585-front-back-focusing-tests.html

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=413631&highlight=chuck%20westfall

Thanks a lot Mardick! Very simple but spot-on! hehehe. Thank you very much! Now I know how to check for it if ever I get to try this lens. :)

Just got this lens today at PW...

Congrats Don, got mine for P24T+ and you got it for a bargain. Lovely lens. Would buy it even if its priced more.

Congrats Don, got mine for P24T+ and you got it for a bargain. Lovely lens. Would buy it even if its priced more.

Yes its a great lens... I could not pass it up because the copy I tried was sharp... next up is the Sigma 85 1.4, but I'm also thinking about getting the Canon 100 macro L IS...

quick question on this lens. This has almost the same price of the nikkor 50mm 1.4G, does this performs better to justify spending a few more thousand on this? TIA! :)

quick question on this lens. This has almost the same price of the nikkor 50mm 1.4G, does this performs better to justify spending a few more thousand on this? TIA! :)

Compared to the afd version, the sigma is better. I owned both.

The G version's reviews show that the afd version is sharper.

Best to try them both out.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v371/djradavies/Canon%207D%20and%20Sigma%2050mm/IMG_9604.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5259/5452973304_ea65235890_z.jpg

I tried using this lens for lowlight shooting. I was shooting at a very slow shutter speed (1/10 ~ 1/30) at it's widest aperture with an ISO of 800. I turned the AF-Assist light of my camera. Even without the assist light, I was able to focus well on poorly lit subjects. Sample pictures are below.


http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5020/5490213657_f5fb6b8e81.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/5490213657/)
Field Test- Sigma 50 f1.4 12 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/5490213657/) by paololzki (http://www.flickr.com/people/paololzki/), on Flickr

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5096/5490209315_3ff74e0d2f.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/5490209315/)
Field Test- Sigma 50 f1.4 08 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/5490209315/) by paololzki (http://www.flickr.com/people/paololzki/), on Flickr

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5100/5490214561_be2eece2d7.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/5490214561/)
Field Test- Sigma 50 f1.4 07 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/5490214561/) by paololzki (http://www.flickr.com/people/paololzki/), on Flickr

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5100/5490211281_7eeca6bc52.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/5490211281/)
Field Test- Sigma 50 f1.4 11 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/5490211281/) by paololzki (http://www.flickr.com/people/paololzki/), on Flickr

More here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/paololzki/sets/72157626052942039/

Paolo - very nice!

I check the SIGMA 50 1.4 EX DG HSM in hidalgo the other day... Selling for about 19k :)

Good price for a very sharp PRIME LENS :)

SIGMA is really a very good alternative LENS...
Quality is excellent and comparable to NIKON/CANON... :)

The G version's reviews show that the afd version is sharper.




hi ryan, can you post which reviews? my research tells me otherwise.

hmmm... based on what i've read... the SIGMA 50 1.4 has shown to be sharper at 1.4 vs its NIKON AFS 1.4G counterpart.. and even the Nikon Standard AFD 1.4...

Before I got my SIGMA 85 1.4... I was all set to get the Nikon 1.4 AFD / AFS 1.4G...

But now after having tried the SIGMA... (with the new rubberized "non-peel" coating... i'm now considering of getting the 50 1.4 EX DG HSM as my general purpose low light walk around lens...

SIGMA has truly stepped up in the 3rd party lens arena with its new prime lens line up... cant wait for the 24 1.4 EX DG HSM to come out...

Just got myself my very first sigma yesterday, the Sigma 50 1.4 EX DG HSM and all I can say is I was never dissappointed. I always had a bias on buying the original manufacturer's lenses and never trusted the handy, inexpensive third party lenses but I was proven wrong. The lens is tact sharp and has lesser CA than my Canon 85 1.8. It feels much like the 50 1.2L but a bit lighter. Still doing random test shots with it and so far its up to my expectations. Im so glad I didn't go for the Canon 50 1.4 which I also tried from a friend.:)

OT:

Sir, I'm torn between the Canon 50mm 1.4 and the 85mm 1.8.

Both are P17K.

Is is worth it to spend P26K(JT Photo price) for the sigma 50mm 1.4?

I also use a 40D.

Thanks. :)

I check the SIGMA 50 1.4 EX DG HSM in hidalgo the other day... Selling for about 19k :)

Good price for a very sharp PRIME LENS :)

SIGMA is really a very good alternative LENS...
Quality is excellent and comparable to NIKON/CANON... :)

WOW!

At JT photo, the Canon mount sells at P26K.

Do the shops in Hidalgo offer lens calibration if the Sigma 50mm 1.4 has front/back focusing issues?

Does JT Photo accept the lens for calibration even if it is bought from Hidalgo?

Thanks! :)

WOW!

At JT photo, the Canon mount sells at P26K.

Do the shops in Hidalgo offer lens calibration if the Sigma 50mm 1.4 has front/back focusing issues?

Does JT Photo accept the lens for calibration even if it is bought from Hidalgo?

Thanks! :)

:Shock: wow... 26k for a Canon Mount SIGMA 50 1.4 ex dg hsm? pretty steep price...

in hidalgo, prices are much lower.. maybe in the 20-22k range...

I also know that most shops get their SIGMA stocks from JT Photo...

Per my inquiry, I believe you can bring your lens + dslr for calibration with JT Photo... Just bring your proof of purchase and warranty card... Not sure if the calibration is free... there might be a minimal charge (not sure of this though)... Better call JT Photo on this to be sure...

But the 85 1.4 lens i got was spot on with its AF... no back or front focus issues... :)

Huh? I got mine for P24,500 when it wasn't on sale.

P22T was the sale price I think.

I check the SIGMA 50 1.4 EX DG HSM in hidalgo the other day... Selling for about 19k :)

Good price for a very sharp PRIME LENS :)

SIGMA is really a very good alternative LENS...
Quality is excellent and comparable to NIKON/CANON... :)

You're telling nothing but the truth sir. I just got my copy from jt photo.

It's effin sharp. :Grin: It's so darn good.

any update with this lens? how much is it in the market? Hidalgo compare to JT photo?

Thanks

any update with this lens? how much is it in the market? Hidalgo compare to JT photo?

Thanks

@JT- 24.5k
afaik- most of hidalgo stores get their sigma lens from jt also

try buying this lens at digital walker zoom...it's only 22k at 0% for 12months and it has a new paint finish similar to the finish of the 85mm f1.4.

Hi Carwei, which specific branch of digitalwalker? Is digitalwalker a registered retailer for JT?Will JT honor it for free calibration if i buy this lens from digitalwalker? Let me know, Thanks! :)

Finally got mine from Photo hub for P22K, I think mine is still the old matte finish version.

Test shot of my niece

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2117/5732117674_3b338f724f_z.jpg

I'd been saving up for this... Nice shot Sir. Very sharp indeed!

I'd been saving up for this... Nice shot Sir. Very sharp indeed!

Thanks, I got it for P22K at PhotoHub:)

Nice Dan... :D

David, although it's big and not really light but.... as they say in the vernacular - SAKTO! :)

Like this is "sakto" for the heat
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3219/5738082847_bb79195021_z.jpg

Dan, this may make you feel better as well hehe http://jenosullivan.com/2009/05/sigma-50mm-14-ex-dg-hsm-lens/

David, Wait.... Did I read/understand correctly that he is saying that the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 is weather sealed? AFAIK, it isnt, right?

daniel,

where are you focusing? it looks kinda soft compared to mine. maybe you should do some tests to check if the AF is accurate.

Errol, thanks man, I also noticed that I was focusing on the cherry/mid part of the whole banana split. It seems accurate but a little bit soft. It could be a tiny bit of motion blur as it was shot with a shutter speed of 1/13 sec handheld and maybe I was shooting too close.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2211/5741354623_17640acfcb_z.jpg

^ the above photo looks sharper than the others. maybe it is the 1/13 shutter speed :)

I do think it's hand-shake as the first photo is indeed sharp enough (see the plate criss-cross pattern) but you'll see some ghosting caused by movement.

Funny thing is the 2nd shot was also done at 1/13 but I guess I was more stable when I took the 2nd shot :)

Man, I love this lens :D I wish my 24-70L has f/1.4 too hahahaha

18-70 2.8 FF with IS :D

David, wouldn't that be awesome? Wish wish wish wish hahaha

under 1500usd as well heheheh

under 1500usd as well heheheh

Nyahaha, we can always dream :)

I just love this lens...

at 1.4

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2615/5742146775_8db96690c7_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3517/5742703772_3ab831b831_z.jpg

Ryan, nice!! :)

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5143/5748914564_416a786dfc_z.jpg

I check the SIGMA 50 1.4 EX DG HSM in hidalgo the other day... Selling for about 19k :)

Good price for a very sharp PRIME LENS :)

SIGMA is really a very good alternative LENS...
Quality is excellent and comparable to NIKON/CANON... :)

Want to try out this lens, where I can find a 19k 50mm 1.4 sigma, canon mount in hidalgo?
Thanks! :)

I just love this lens...

at 1.4

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2615/5742146775_8db96690c7_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3517/5742703772_3ab831b831_z.jpg

Nice, Sharp! vibrant colors and creamy bokeh :)

great images. i'de like to ask your opinion if i may. I already have the sigma 30 1.4 and soon i'll be getting the sigma 85 1.4. my question is, is it wise to get the sigma 50 1.4 or will the focal point be irrelevant since i already own the sig,a 30 1.4?

would the 20mm difference be a to small?

thanks

Thanks guys... I love this lens

Mark - when I had my D700 my prime lenses were the 35mm, 50mm and 85mm. I used the 35mm more than the 85mm and the 50mm last. Now, I use the 50mm more.

On dx, I found the 85mm too long.

It's good to see this thread getting active again. Im loving this lens more and more :)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3117/5743750348_d45869e9d9_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3032/5743748214_8a9394b66c_z.jpg

@ryanhayudini, thanks for the advice. :)

Was able to use this lens to cover a kiddie party for my nephew's 1st birthday party. Pretty nice :)

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5226/5788655668_3e2e9a4605_z.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2054/5788118371_74456e2896_z.jpg

what a beautiful glass:Dum:

last DPP 5th year anniv.

Sigma 50mm 1.4 + 5D Mark II

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3579/5803826631_f903e9a4f4_z.jpg (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3579/5803826631_f903e9a4f4_z.jpg)
5D2 ISO 160 at 1.4

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/5803839113_c29ebc66cf_z.jpg (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/5803839113_c29ebc66cf_z.jpg)
5D2 ISO 6400 at 1.4

sharing more pics using our bang-for-the-buck lens :)

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5027/5816999375_822f056e44_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3085/5817568564_1dbe8315eb_z.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2728/5817567702_2cc54628d9_z.jpg

guys how much is this lens?

guys how much is this lens?
the lens costs 19k for the gray and 22k for the jt unit :)

i bought mine at 21k 0% 1 year at digital walker. its a JT unit also :)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3426/5821228629_ee72681952_z.jpg
22K @ FOTOHUB , very sharp lens :)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3426/5821228629_ee72681952_z.jpg
22K @ FOTOHUB , very sharp lens :)

Kewl!:) Yes it is. Congrats on the new lens btw Johnny.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3410/5817451957_3b17c5376d_z.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2322/5817442107_66482ac766_z.jpg

tried to use it on our weddings. i love it!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2119/5815076226_3e96c623c7_b.jpg
Image on the right: Canon 5D2 + Sigma 50mm 1.4 at 1.4, the petals looks like 3D :) I notice that my copy is sharp from center to corner even on full frame. Image on the Left is my wife using a Canon 7D + Sigma 30mm 1.4 at 2.8. both lens are usable to weddings, you just need to know how to use it properly (shallow dof focusing)

the lens costs 19k for the gray and 22k for the jt unit :)

Hey jeff, where can I find the grey units? :)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3582/5845022375_2f8fca9cff_z.jpg

Lea (officemate)

Hey jeff, where can I find the grey units? :)

there's a seller from another consignment site. his username is onestopshop. :)

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5156/5852525120_64b699871e_z.jpg

@ f/1.4

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5141/5868815180_964fa573a0_z.jpg

I check the SIGMA 50 1.4 EX DG HSM in hidalgo the other day... Selling for about 19k :)

Good price for a very sharp PRIME LENS :)

SIGMA is really a very good alternative LENS...
Quality is excellent and comparable to NIKON/CANON... :)


What specific store does it sell for 19k?:)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu43/juliovaliente_2009/_DSC7502.jpg

hi do i really need to calibrate sigma lenses more often? because I'm planning to buy sigma 50 1.4 but it would be hassle if that is the case..

just a quick question. should i consider this over the sigma 24-70mm HSM macro? what do you guys think?

hi do i really need to calibrate sigma lenses more often? because I'm planning to buy sigma 50 1.4 but it would be hassle if that is the case..

hi! i bought mine last feb or march i think, i have calibrated it once, so far havent encountered any front or back focus issue =) anyways i wanna share some of my shots :)

http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac315/JRSison/_DSC5879.jpg

http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac315/JRSison/_DSC5809.jpg

hi! i bought mine last feb or march i think, i have calibrated it once, so far havent encountered any front or back focus issue =) anyways i wanna share some of my shots :)

http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac315/JRSison/_DSC5879.jpg

http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac315/JRSison/_DSC5809.jpg

wow thanks Jerecho, love the bokeh

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6208/6102439883_70db458e65.jpg (http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6208/6102439883_70db458e65.jpg)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6208/6088199387_c75f48c6cf.jpg (http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6208/6088199387_c75f48c6cf.jpg)

just bought this lens...dont know if i have to perform microfocus adjust...what do you think?

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6208/6102439883_70db458e65.jpg (http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6208/6102439883_70db458e65.jpg)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6208/6088199387_c75f48c6cf.jpg (http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6208/6088199387_c75f48c6cf.jpg)

just bought this lens...dont know if i have to perform microfocus adjust...what do you think?

Looks sharp to me :Grin:

Cute cat...

50mm 1.4 HSM at 1.4

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4129/4974107368_0209c1050e_z.jpg

Just got mine this afternoon for 22K at JT. I'm very happy with it. My smile is as wide as the aperture. :D

http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt299/Butchoi/_MG_0043.jpg

400D + 50mm 1.4. Sweet!

I love the dreaminess that the wide aperture produces. Now I'm wondering how it would perform if it's 1.2!

Kinda getting used to not being able to use the "focus and re-compose" technique. But when paired with the 7D, you get to to really use the focus points more.

http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt299/Butchoi/_MG_0043.jpg

400D + 50mm 1.4. Sweet!

I love the dreaminess that the wide aperture produces. Now I'm wondering how it would perform if it's 1.2!

Kinda getting used to not being able to use the "focus and re-compose" technique. But when paired with the 7D, you get to to really use the focus points more.

Sir may I ask what happens when you use the focus and re-compose technique?

Sir may I ask what happens when you use the focus and re-compose technique?

It tends to get out of focus because of the sheer thinness of DOF.

It's like when you focus on the eyes and then re-compose to a, say, a rule of thirds. It's easy to get the eyes out of focus too. (I hope it's clear enough. :Grin:)

It tends to get out of focus because of the sheer thinness of DOF.

It's like when you focus on the eyes and then re-compose to a, say, a rule of thirds. It's easy to get the eyes out of focus too. (I hope it's clear enough. :Grin:)

Yeah you're right. Headshots with the Sigmalux can get a little tricky. But I like how the focus shifts slightly. I actually bought it for this reason. If I wanted sharpness right out of the gate then I would probably utilize another lens. How's your experience with half body and full body shots? Is your copy spot on? Thanks

Yeah you're right. Headshots with the Sigmalux can get a little tricky. But I like how the focus shifts slightly. I actually bought it for this reason. If I wanted sharpness right out of the gate then I would probably utilize another lens. How's your experience with half body and full body shots? Is your copy spot on? Thanks

So far so good. I have missed shots due to myself because I'm still kinda getting used with the lens. I dunno, maybe it's really hard to have a spot on focus on moving subjects like what Mr. David Tong explained to me.

My previous we're 2 50mm 1.8's. So the weight is different but has a nicer feel to it.

I really like the dreaminess effect of the lens, I can really see the difference coming from a 1.8. Then again it maybe just me trying to convince myself. :D

So far so good. I have missed shots due to myself because I'm still kinda getting used with the lens. I dunno, maybe it's really hard to have a spot on focus on moving subjects like what Mr. David Tong explained to me.

My previous we're 2 50mm 1.8's. So the weight is different but has a nicer feel to it.

I really like the dreaminess effect of the lens, I can really see the difference coming from a 1.8. Then again it maybe just me trying to convince myself. :D

Haha. No you're not trying to convince yourself. This lens is amazing! Although, I heard some horror stories about it. I'm just glad I have a good copy.

Strangely, I haven't had any bad experience with moving subjects under good lighting conditions. I actually think this lens is good for moving subjects. I learned to trust it and I know its limitations. But i have pushed this lens enough to trust it.

I usually take more time taking still subjects as I'm sorta selective with where the focus is and this is the reason why I find headshots to be more difficult to hit.

Anyway, here's a Sigmalux photo of a couple moving and walking. They weren't moving like athletes but moving and still giggling.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc405/whimboy/Engagement%20Ariel%20Victoria%20whimboy%20ECHAVEZ/Acopy.jpg

Haha. No you're not trying to convince yourself. This lens is amazing! Although, I heard some horror stories about it. I'm just glad I have a good copy.

Strangely, I haven't had any bad experience with moving subjects under good lighting conditions. I actually think this lens is good for moving subjects. I learned to trust it and I know its limitations. But i have pushed this lens enough to trust it.

I usually take more time taking still subjects as I'm sorta selective with where the focus is and this is the reason why I find headshots to be more difficult to hit.

Anyway, here's a Sigmalux photo of a couple moving and walking. They weren't moving like athletes but moving and still giggling.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc405/whimboy/Engagement%20Ariel%20Victoria%20whimboy%20ECHAVEZ/Acopy.jpg

Wow! I really like the results! :)

also used this lens on a landscape shoot...and am happy :)http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6163/6132797440_1860de99ed_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6207/6132300309_b73478c1b1_b.jpg

hey guys, is this lens worth shooting fully wide open or does it need to be stepped down to get decent result.
meeting someone today to see if I will take his Sigma 50 1.4 or not.

edit:

too late, met the guy, tested the lens and was impressed right away. Wonderful at f1.4, fantastic at f2
Much much better than the 50 f1.8 II

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6068/6149965091_d770cfa329.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itaemo/6149965091/)
IMG_9659 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itaemo/6149965091/) by earl.dieta (http://www.flickr.com/people/itaemo/), on Flickr

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6182/6150516930_8468a13c3b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itaemo/6150516930/)
IMG_9704 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itaemo/6150516930/) by earl.dieta (http://www.flickr.com/people/itaemo/), on Flickr

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6174/6237493151_3b68f2de3e_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/preytoryus/6237493151/)
Ashim (http://www.flickr.com/photos/preytoryus/6237493151/) by preytoryus (http://www.flickr.com/people/preytoryus/), on Flickr

sharp enough at 1.4? SOOC, LR3 to jpeg, no other PP done.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6091/6243526315_9ac73cd7c6_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/preytoryus/6243526315/)
Dessert Voodoo Stick (http://www.flickr.com/photos/preytoryus/6243526315/) by preytoryus (http://www.flickr.com/people/preytoryus/), on Flickr

it says in dpreview its minimum apture is f16, can it go smaller up to f22?

it says in dpreview its minimum apture is f16, can it go smaller up to f22?

nope......

where is the authorized service center of sigma? i think mine has back and front focus problem in some certain distance... thanks...

Try JT Photo in Makati for Sigma lens servicing.:)

How much usually is the calibration services?

thanks,... i just called, it's around P1.2K but the calibrator is out of the country this November maybe back by December 2...

thanks,... i just called, it's around P1.2K but the calibrator is out of the country this November maybe back by December 2...

Thanks sir! Would you care to share their number? :)

8995018 :Grin:

Thanks! appreciate it!

yay looks like more and more shooters are getting this lens.:) there's nothing to hate

about this lens except its weight and price. :D

I love this lens! It is really a light magnet! :)

Just got this lovely lens. 19k with Mang Ramon. sweeeeet deal!!!

Just got this lovely lens. 19k with Mang Ramon. sweeeeet deal!!!

(gray unit)store warranty only or JT-photo warranty?

http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lwg9fpz5IF1qbu25fo1_500.jpg

Newbie here. Sharing my shot with a Sigma 50mm 1.4. Also shot with 5Dii

I have used this lens during a prenup shoot. It's weird that if my subject is within 10feet this lens is tack sharp, but if it's more than that then it backfocuses. Not sure if this is a user issue. :)

Here are some sample photos.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7193/6781632818_f5a3cd5f1d_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydonasco/6781632818/)
majo-rana.v3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydonasco/6781632818/) by Owee D (http://www.flickr.com/people/joeydonasco/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7047/6927704211_1b85cac33e_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydonasco/6927704211/)
majo-rana.v2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydonasco/6927704211/) by Owee D (http://www.flickr.com/people/joeydonasco/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7200/6787662406_5dd2502113_z.jpg

@ f1.8

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7130/6885876430_ec9e9e3ba1_c.jpg

@ f1.4

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7258/7041528495_f3be930286_b.jpg

just want to share my shots using this piece of awesome glass.. :)
I bought mine in Henry's in Hidalgo two weeks ago (Php19,800) and I can say that I got a very good copy..
I'm trying the lens in the store and pretty amazed by the sharpness & the built quality..
It really impresses me! ^_^
then I bring it to JT in Makati to calibrate it to my Canon body, and woalah!!! its now even sharper!
I got also a chance to try the Canon 50mm f1.4 and I can say that this Sigma is much sharper than it's Canon counterpart..
and with its 77mm filter thread, this one is really very good in low light..
I think the only advantage of the Canon 50mm f1.4 is the focusing speed (little bit faster than the Sigma)..
though the Canon 50mm f1.4 (almost 16k if I'm not mistaken) is much cheaper then the Sigma, I still prefer the Sigma as it adds "pogi points" in my camera.. hihihi... ^__^

Note: this shots were taken with the uncalibrated lens.. really sharp! :)

I also include the Bokehlicious tapioca balls (aka Sago) that this glass can give due to its 9 rounded aperture blades.. :)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7205/6895619560_ef453d3756_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7245/7041713889_afaca53c29_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7084/7041711285_c446c1e36a_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7260/7041693825_1ba7e7322c_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7188/7041788037_1c6daaef82_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7267/7041783801_9b98bf88b5_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7124/7041778711_b984025346_c.jpg

my lens of choice for portraits
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7179/6895076748_65b8f9c845.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itaemo/6895076748/)
2B9C9557.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itaemo/6895076748/) by earl.dieta (http://www.flickr.com/people/itaemo/), on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7186/6891539034_cbfcbdf871.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itaemo/6891539034/)
2B9C3524.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itaemo/6891539034/) by earl.dieta (http://www.flickr.com/people/itaemo/), on Flickr

^me too :D

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7122/7040999377_7aa7e6daa0_z.jpg

I bought mine in Henry's in Hidalgo two weeks ago (Php19,800) and I can say that I got a very good copy..

then I bring it to JT in Makati to calibrate it to my Canon body, and woalah!!! its now even sharper!

Note: this shots were taken with the uncalibrated lens.. really sharp! :)


Hi Alvin,
- for 19.8K @Henry's, does it come with SIGMA/JT warranty? (or just store warranty?)
- how much did it cost you to calibrate your lens by JT?
Thank you

Does JT do cleaning of lenses?

I have used this lens during a prenup shoot. It's weird that if my subject is within 10feet this lens is tack sharp, but if it's more than that then it backfocuses. Not sure if this is a user issue. :)

Here are some sample photos.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7193/6781632818_f5a3cd5f1d_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydonasco/6781632818/)
majo-rana.v3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydonasco/6781632818/) by Owee D (http://www.flickr.com/people/joeydonasco/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7047/6927704211_1b85cac33e_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydonasco/6927704211/)
majo-rana.v2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydonasco/6927704211/) by Owee D (http://www.flickr.com/people/joeydonasco/), on Flickr

Somehow, I am experiencing the same thing. I tried micro focus adjustment with my 7D but I can't quite get my grasp on it.

:D

My copy has slight focusing problem too, but still i'm amazed with this magic lens

Here's my test shot the night after we bought it (no flash).. :)
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/405087_10150750840914276_542374275_11383059_458270 782_n.jpg

Hi Alvin,
- for 19.8K @Henry's, does it come with SIGMA/JT warranty? (or just store warranty?)
- how much did it cost you to calibrate your lens by JT?
Thank you

Hi Mayk,

it also comes with JT Warranty & the store warranty..
I had my calibration from JT for free.. :) they just asked for the serial number to check on their inventory if they released that item to Henry's..
I also brought the receipt in JT just to make sure that the item is a legit on their side.. :)

thanks bro!

cheers! :)

Have you guys experienced having trouble with autofocus or having inconsistent af when shooting people/subjects backlit?

Hi Mayk,

it also comes with JT Warranty & the store warranty..
I had my calibration from JT for free.. :) they just asked for the serial number to check on their inventory if they released that item to Henry's..
I also brought the receipt in JT just to make sure that the item is a legit on their side.. :)

thanks bro!

cheers! :)

Thank you Alvin, I've been pondering on getting this glass for a long while now, the only issue that is bothering me is the AF problem as some of the user here are experiencing, If that can be corrected by calibration then I'm getting one soon.

at f2.2
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7118/7122910577_db13ae0653_z.jpg

soft at 1.4
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7250/7079560987_64fdb4e7ca_z.jpg

still at f1.4
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5455/6954342962_0d968686a8_z.jpg

I have used this lens during a prenup shoot. It's weird that if my subject is within 10feet this lens is tack sharp, but if it's more than that then it backfocuses. Not sure if this is a user issue. :)



I had the same problem with my copy of this lens at a certain distance it is tack sharp, then when I move it back focuses. I also read somewhere that this is a common problem with the Sigma 50mm f1.4.