Canon 35mm f/2.0 and Sigma 28mm f/1.8

Layston wrote in post #9876314
RE: Filters, thanks - this is something I often forget to think about. I have some 77mm and 82mm filters because of my 24-70 and 70-200 Sigma lenses.

Any opinions about longevity/durability between the two lenses?

Well... Canon warranty 1 year, Sigma warranty... depends where you live, but atleast 4 years for a EX lens I believe.

Thats not really saying which one will last longer, but more like, if something breaks, which one will fix it =)

Layston wrote in post #9876286
In this case, I asked for help getting started and opinions. That is not what Snap was offering. View my other posts and you will find I am very knowledgeable about certain aspects of photography. In this I asked for some advice and guidance, isn't that what we're all supposed to be coming here for? Aren't we here to share knowledge? If you don't want to be helpful, don't post.

I am sorry you are taking this the wrong way, but think about it. What if I asked you the following question:

"I have 2 slices of pizza on my plate, but I am not sure which one tastes the best. Any opinions on Pepperoni vs Ham?"

Would you think it would be more productive for you to tell me that you like Ham better or would you say "why not try a bite of each?"

Opinions are fine, but when you actually own the equipment, the best opinion you can form is your own. Sorry you don't like the most obvious answer.

tkbslc - you are at least being reasonable. Snap is not being helpful. And to your argument, I can only say that in asking for opinion, I am looking to learn and understand someone elses thoughts on a subject. Every person has their own point of view and while inevitably mine is the most important in this matter, a different perspective may give me other things to think about that I would not have considered. Perfect case in point, is the question of filters. To me, staying with the Sigma and 77mm filters actually means I have fewer filters to buy. I would not have thought about this if it wasn't for input from others.

You've neglected to discuss your primary use for these respective lenses, what features are important to you, what environment they'll be used in.

Like I said, if you've so into helping people and consider yourself a great fountain of knowledge, why don't you do some tests and report the results yourself instead of complaining about what is or isn't helpful, or aggrandizing your glory days as a "respected" student. If you can't honestly find the comparisons you're looking for, then be a leader instead of a follower.

I refuse to argue this anymore. Thank you to those of you who were actually willing to offer useful advice. I DO (and always did) plan on posting my results when I'm done. But apparently they will be meaningless to Snap or tkblsc because they will be based on my opinion. I hope the rest of you will find my review worthwhile once I finally have lenses in hand.

You buy near duplicate lenses that you haven't tested, proceed to complain about the lack of help you believe yourself entitled to, never state the purpose of said lenses or what features matter to you, and I'm somehow the unreasonable one.

Well, you say you're going to do exactly what I said you should do in the first place, so there you go.

Layston wrote in post #9876424
Perfect case in point, is the question of filters. To me, staying with the Sigma and 77mm filters actually means I have fewer filters to buy. I would not have thought about this if it wasn't for input from others.

I don't know how concerned you really need to be about the filters though. Realistically, there is nothing stopping you from using a step-up ring so that you can use your 77mm filters on your 52mm-filter-using lens.

tkbslc wrote in post #9876336
I am sorry you are taking this the wrong way, but think about it. What if I asked you the following question:

"I have 2 slices of pizza on my plate, but I am not sure which one tastes the best. Any opinions on Pepperoni vs Ham?"

Would you think it would be more productive for you to tell me that you like Ham better or would you say "why not try a bite of each?"

Opinions are fine, but when you actually own the equipment, the best opinion you can form is your own. Sorry you don't like the most obvious answer.

Agreed.

I would love to see some testing with the Siggy, you'll have it and lets see those results.

I've owned the 35/2, and it was fabulous, and I may get another...unless Layston's comparison testing proves the Siggy is a better choice.

Jason C

Layston wrote in post #9876424
tkbslc - you are at least being reasonable. Snap is not being helpful. And to your argument, I can only say that in asking for opinion, I am looking to learn and understand someone elses thoughts on a subject. Every person has their own point of view and while inevitably mine is the most important in this matter, a different perspective may give me other things to think about that I would not have considered. Perfect case in point, is the question of filters. To me, staying with the Sigma and 77mm filters actually means I have fewer filters to buy. I would not have thought about this if it wasn't for input from others.

FWIW, I did say I would pick the 35mm primarily based on size. That 28mm is huge. But I would at least give them a thorough test drive.

As was mentioned, you probably won't even need a filter anyway and if you do you just need a step up ring.

I think what Layston is asking is if anyone has any particulars they know about each lens, to let him know, so he can look for it. Like, quirks and such. For example, Purple fringing on 85 1.8, etc. etc. I think it safe to assume he'll do all the other normal tests on the lenses.

I have the 35mm F2, and I like it. Yeah after using USM on my 10-22mm, 24-105 and 85mm, the buzzy sound of the AF was quite humorous (it does sound like a bee in a matchbox). But it was sharp, AF was quick,and generally I've had no problems with it. In good light the colors jump out at me, which I always like.

Plus it's light. I got a FF camera for christmas even though I'm a beginner and hadn't even scratched the surface of my rebel. But now, a FF cam with 24-105 on it, is not my idea of incognito. The 35mm makes my kit nice and I like it.

As for filters, you have 77mm already right? Step up rings as tkbslc mentioned. They're like $10.

Layston, how about you just sell that Siggy to me? I'm really interested if the price is right.

abz - it may go up for sale, it may not. So far the only Canon lens that has stayed in my main lineup has been my Canon 50mm f/1.4 that I got before Sigma came out with their own. Everything else in my bag that I normally carry is Sigma: 10-20, 24-70 f/2.8 EX DG, 70-200 f/2.8 EX (non DG, non-macro...)

I have also had a couple of Tamrons and a couple of Tokinas. I have never found the money for Canon pro level lenses.

jdang - you hit the nail on the head, that is EXACTLY what I was hoping people would respond with. Thanx.

Out of all my lenses including Sigma 30mm, Canon 35/2 showed flaring in places I did not realize it could exist despite having a hood and filter. Besides that, everything is sharp.