huga Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 I'm in love I only got it yesterday, so had a quick play in the afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aliwake Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Wow, lovely!! And it arrived really fast too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huga Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 Yep! I did ask for express shipping though and there were a couple of mix ups - so I think they made sure it got here asap :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birkat Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 I love his freckles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huga Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 I used it a bit at the shelter today too. Usually I use the 50mm in the cattery, but sometimes it's a touch long - so it was nice having the extra bit of space with the ability to shoot wiiiiiiide open. Everything had a basic edit. No sharpening (bar whatever Flickr does). Can't wait to use it for weddings and families :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gapvic Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Lovely Huga! I ABSOLUTELY ADORE the 50mm art.... soooo soooo sharp. Much better than my nikon 50mm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roova Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 They look incredible, your son's eyes in that first photo are mesmerising. I can't believe how much your boys are growing up too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huga Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 Lovely Huga! I ABSOLUTELY ADORE the 50mm art.... soooo soooo sharp. Much better than my nikon 50mm. Now I want the 50mm :laugh: It's my first non Nikon lens and I'm a total convert. I think it might end up replacing my 50mm as my most used. It's so versatile! They look incredible, your son's eyes in that first photo are mesmerising. I can't believe how much your boys are growing up too! Oh I know. I wish they would slow down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gapvic Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 HAHA because now I want the 35mm ! You won't regret getting the 50mm, it's absolutely gorgeous. But heavy - way bigger and heavier than the nikon 50mm. But so beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 what does the "art" mean. How is it different to a normal 50mm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gapvic Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 It means they are super special lol. In all honesty, I don't know... perhaps Huga might :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 I'm thinking it means artistic, but how are they different to the everyday variety? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weibritty Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Stunning pics Huga. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huga Posted October 10, 2014 Author Share Posted October 10, 2014 (edited) HAHA because now I want the 35mm ! You won't regret getting the 50mm, it's absolutely gorgeous. But heavy - way bigger and heavier than the nikon 50mm. But so beautiful. Oh man, that's the only down side. I got a shock at the sheer size and weight of it! L-R: 24mm, 35mm (sigma), 50mm, 85mm and 105mm. Spot the odd one out :laugh: what does the "art" mean. How is it different to a normal 50mm? Ok, this is what Sigma says: 35mm F1.4 DG HSM – This Art lens provides photographers with a state-of-the-art alternative to the more conventional 50mm. 1 FLD glass lens and four SLD glass lenses ensure exceptional correction of axial chromatic and lateral aberration. . At low apertures, it can perform like a wide-angle lens; when opened up to F1.4, it will provide background bokeh and make the subject pop like a mid-range telephoto lens. From what I can gather, it's the quality of the glass (which sounds wanky, but there you go). The bokeh is lovely. I was always going to buy the Nikon version, but it's so bloody expensive and this seems to be out performing the Nikon one. Reviews have put it close to Zeiss lenses, which is pretty amazing considering they go for around $2000. The Sigma is around $800 and the Nikon around $2000 too. http://www.dxomark.com/Reviews/Sigma-35mm-f1.4-DG-HSM-Nikon-Mount-review-the-definitive-high-speed-35mm-wide-angle-lens-for-DSLRs/Sigma-35mm-f1.4-DG-HSM-Nikon-versus-competition Edited October 10, 2014 by huga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gapvic Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 This is what it says on the Sigma website: Engineered for those who see photography as a critical expression of self, our Art line offers sophisticated optical performance and abundant expressive power to deliver faithfully on your artistic vision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huga Posted October 10, 2014 Author Share Posted October 10, 2014 Also, every single one of those images is shot at f2.5. It's sharpity sharp sharp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCresties Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Ooooo, those are pretty damn gorgeous. Look at those eye lashes and freckles! Great shots for the shelter and lovely to see Lola again :) I was surprised how big the Art lenses were when I first saw pics of them too :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clicking Mad Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 nice! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainers Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Oh I'm jealous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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