Sigma 30mm f1.4 EX DC HSM

drew wrote in post #13384108
I find myself using the lens far more than any other because it's just the right focal length for the photos I take.

I LOVE my 70-200 f/4L IS, but I can't always use it. But when I can't use it and don't need super wide, the 30mm is perfect. In reality, you could EASILY drop the 17-55 (or sigma 17-50 2.8 os in my case) and get a UWA to accompany this in addition to a long tele (70-200) and longer if necessary.

muskyhunter wrote in post #13384121
Totally agree with you drew. I am looking at dropping my 17-50 for a uwa.

I'm thinking about the Rokinon 14mm and I would be set!

Cory
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idsurfer wrote in post #13384060
Aw heck...I gotta put one up of the boy (idsurfer junior!). Enjoying some goodies after an afternoon in the park...

f/2.8 natural light

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You're making me more can't wait for my lens scheduled to be delivered tomorrow. I even call UPS bcoz i thought they don't have deliveries tomorrow since it's Veteran's Day.

Very Sharp on idSurf junior.

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vinmunoz wrote in post #13384333
You're making me more can't wait for my lens scheduled to be delivered tomorrow. I even call UPS bcoz i thought they don't have deliveries tomorrow since it's Veteran's Day.

Very Sharp on idSurf junior.

Thanks vinmunoz. You are going to be fully stoked to have this lens. It is just soooo good and soooo usable on the 60D. I love primes....

Cory
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Guyz my copy finally arrived! here's a quick test, ALL SOOC...

F1.4 | ISO100 | 1/30th of a sec handheld;

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F1.4 | ISO100 | tripod(10sec self timer) focus on letter V

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F1.4 | ISO100 | tripod(10sec self timer) focus on the eye

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AF is quiet and quick even on dark area without speedlight.

Testing at the dark
F1.4 | ISO6400 | 1/30sec | handheld. SOOC, no noise reduction even in camera's built-in noise reduction feature.

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what do you think guyz, is this a good copy for you? i'll do more testing later.

| SONY A7SIII(2) | A73 | A6000 | Sony A7IV | Sigma105 | FE1635F4 | Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 | Tamron 17-28 Tamron 28-75 | FE50F1.8 | Sony 16035F4PZ | SEL30mm F3.5 Macro | Canon 24mm TSE | Laowa 15mm Shift
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Cory
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Canon 1DM4,7D, Rebel XT
580 EX II, 430 EX II
Canon 70-200mm IS II L , Canon 85mm F1.2 L II, Canon macro 100mm F/2.8, 18-55mm kit
Sigma 18-200mm F/3.5-5.6, Sigma 10-22mm, Sigma 50mm F/1.4
Sigma 24-70mm F/2.8 EX DG HSM

| SONY A7SIII(2) | A73 | A6000 | Sony A7IV | Sigma105 | FE1635F4 | Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 | Tamron 17-28 Tamron 28-75 | FE50F1.8 | Sony 16035F4PZ | SEL30mm F3.5 Macro | Canon 24mm TSE | Laowa 15mm Shift
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vinmunoz wrote in post #13390508
Thanks IDs... i think this copy doesn't need a calibration. I need to calibrate myself and find a good subject.

it looks so expensive and heavy.... it's like fully loaded. QQ(Quick and Quiet).

I'm so thankful i pull the trigger on this despite the focus issues all over the net.

You helped me with my decision.

You're stoked! Glad to be of assistance. I love mine. Enjoy...

Cory
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here's a quick snapshot, not so serious shooting out of a party....this lens is sharp....

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Test on eyes at F1.4 Handheld taken in a not so lit living room but was using my speedlight.

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Do you think this is a good copy. No questions on F2.8 up, really sharp.

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Looks pretty sharp to me, 1.4 is hard to shoot. The slightest movement will shift the focal plane and your are done. (I think my terminology is right?) Here's a pretty hefty crop (to crop out an ugly wall that didn't fit the look) that was hand held without really trying that hard.

f/2

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Cory
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here's one more test with my extension tube...

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| SONY A7SIII(2) | A73 | A6000 | Sony A7IV | Sigma105 | FE1635F4 | Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 | Tamron 17-28 Tamron 28-75 | FE50F1.8 | Sony 16035F4PZ | SEL30mm F3.5 Macro | Canon 24mm TSE | Laowa 15mm Shift
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