Sigma 50mm f1.4 - new batch = outstanding performer

[spartacus.ret]

It seems that the AF table for the lens has flawed calibration values.

Those who have sent it in to sigma for re-calibration: does it ensure consistent focusing for both near and far objects?

Optically, it is an excellent performer, with less CA wide open than the canon 50mm f1.4, but only if the focus is accurate. The Canon 50mm f1.4 doesn't have the focus shift issues.

i've read that because sigma reverse engineers lenses, they cannot fully calibrate the lens. the default instructions for sigma engineers is to calibrate to the center AF point only - and that sucks.

besides, the ef 50/1.4's bokeh may be a bit harsher, but i think it adds more character.

 

[itchyfingers]

Just bought my copy. Great lens!

i'm sold!!! i want one!! anyone going to HK?

 

[kekkheong]

i m goin there next week, will visit tin cheung for 30mm, wanna tumpang ?? pm me.

 

[ZzzMonster]

i m goin there next week, will visit tin cheung for 30mm, wanna tumpang ?? pm me.

Do you happen to know if there is international warranty for Sigma lenses Tin Cheung sell? Can you help to check on this when you are there? Thanks.

 

[Verticoastro]

Canon EOS 5D | Sigma 50mm f1.4
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It has been some time I have not been to a Pasir Ris park, actually meeting a friend at the bouldering competition to pass her some photography equipments and watch the competition that morning.

But due to some slight miscommunication. We didn't meet that morning... well, I still got about two hours to walk walk around until my work start... so I just walk around the park looking for interesting subject to take... never knew that that area got lot of cats...

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Meow??!!

Can you hear the little people talking? hello? anybody in there?

Rain crafted leaves litter

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[litechaser]

Canon EOS 5D | Sigma 50mm f1.4
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It has been some time I have not been to a Pasir Ris park, actually meeting a friend at the bouldering competition to pass her some photography equipments and watch the competition that morning.

But due to some slight miscommunication. We didn't meet that morning... well, I still got about two hours to walk walk around until my work start... so I just walk around the park looking for interesting subject to take... never knew that that area got lot of cats...

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good shots ! any shot at f1.4 ?

 

[Verticoastro]

good shots ! any shot at f1.4 ?

Most of them are shot from the range of f1.4 to f2

include this one... I lock focus the fries at the bottom..

 

[Verticoastro]

Canon EOS 5D | Sigma 50mm f1.4
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Located on a 60-hectare site, the current Mountain Bike trail is seven-km long and has several climbs which include the teletubies land aka La La Land as well as a challenging downhill ride. I can see that the trail is being upgraded to make it even more technically challenging.

The BMX portion of the park is currently used for stunt practice by BMX enthusiasts and free riders. It is being developed into a full-scaled BMX race track for local community use and to host major international events.

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Morning Glory..

Teletubies Land aka La LA Land

8 Banner Pinhole camera in action...

BBF camera in action... "I'm not the only soul accused of hit and run, tyre track across your back and I can see you have your fun... darling can't you see my signal change from green to red... it's look like a traffic jam.. watch out ahead!... Like a cross town traffic... I don't mean to shoot you down... looks like I belong to another part of the town...

 

[FilterFunk]

sorry if i sounded sua ku but where is this 60 hectare site ah.?

 

[jimmygoo]

i also got the lens, and i must say i'm totally impressed.

 

[Verticoastro]

sorry if i sounded sua ku but where is this 60 hectare site ah.?

Hi FilterFunk,

I also happen to find this place while looking for location to shoot. here's the link:
http://www.singapore2010.sg/sports/venues/tampinesbikepark

hope this helps...

 

[Verticoastro]

i also got the lens, and i must say i'm totally impressed.

This is one of the lens that struck to my camera almost 70 percent of the time...

 

[FilterFunk]

Hi FilterFunk,

I also happen to find this place while looking for location to shoot. here's the link:
http://www.singapore2010.sg/sports/venues/tampinesbikepark

hope this helps...

oh thanks for sharing.
i was thinking of going to Ubin to do a shoot when i am back later this month...

i guess i got an alternative site to try out..

 

[Verticoastro]

oh thanks for sharing.
i was thinking of going to Ubin to do a shoot when i am back later this month...

i guess i got an alternative site to try out..

Yeah, I already run out of places to shoot...

 

[sprewell]

how much is the lens right now?

 

[mclicks77]

how much is the lens right now?

Someone did an MO from HK.
S$630. Warranty no issues in S'pore.
Great Lens ...enjoying it !

 

[PrimePhotog]

Someone did an MO from HK.
S$630. Warranty no issues in S'pore.
Great Lens ...enjoying it !

Wow...That's quite a good price. I can't find any lens or camera MOs these days though.

 

[enzii]

what is MO??

is that the lowest price now? : )

 

[Verticoastro]

how much is the lens right now?

I think is around $780 to $800 plus plus... with filter coming to nearly $900

 

[jimmygoo]

should be $830 to $860 depending on your bargaining power.