mjmoore Posted February 27, 2019 Share #1 Posted February 27, 2019 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) https://fstoppers.com/gear/sigma-bringing-11-art-series-lenses-l-mount-will-release-ef-l-mount-converter-mc-343908 Really curious to see how these perform on the SL Michael www.michaeljmoorephoto.com Edited February 27, 2019 by mjmoore Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted February 27, 2019 Posted February 27, 2019 Hi mjmoore, Take a look here 11 Sigma L Mount Art Lenses announced. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
IkarusJohn Posted February 27, 2019 Share #2 Posted February 27, 2019 So, it's an SA & EF-L mount converter? I wonder if Sigma will release native L-mount versions of these lenses. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmoore Posted February 27, 2019 Author Share #3 Posted February 27, 2019 9 minutes ago, IkarusJohn said: So, it's an SA & EF-L mount converter? I wonder if Sigma will release native L-mount versions of these lenses. According to the article, the new lenses are native L mount - they are also releasing a converter for people who already own EF Sigma lenses. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vieri Posted February 27, 2019 Share #4 Posted February 27, 2019 Great news about all those primes However, I personally was more hoping to see the Art series zooms in L mount - perhaps at a later date. Best regards, Vieri 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
helged Posted February 27, 2019 Share #5 Posted February 27, 2019 25 minutes ago, Vieri said: Great news about all those primes However, I personally was more hoping to see the Art series zooms in L mount - perhaps at a later date. Best regards, Vieri The Art-zooms (as well as Contemporary zooms) can be used on L-bodies by means of the MC-21 adapter: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/cas/product/accessories/mount-converter/#mc-21. It is hard to say whether an adapted Art-lens differs from a L-mounted Art-lens, but I wouldn't think so (except for AFc and the use of teleconverter, neither of which are not supported by the MC-21 adapter according to the above link). 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBarry Posted February 27, 2019 Share #6 Posted February 27, 2019 More reliable than the 'clunky' Novoflex adaptor I wonder...? (with Sigma 12-24 Art) Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
helged Posted February 27, 2019 Share #7 Posted February 27, 2019 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) 14 minutes ago, JamesBarry said: More reliable than the 'clunky' Novoflex adaptor I wonder...? (with Sigma 12-24 Art) Likely. Sigma is an active L-lens and L-camera partner, Novoflex not . Edited February 27, 2019 by helged 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbuckley Posted February 27, 2019 Share #8 Posted February 27, 2019 I have never used a Sigma lens, but am really intrigued by two listed -- the 135 f/1.8 and 14 f/1.8. For those with experience with Sigma, how good do you these lenses are? Follow up, what's a guess on how these will be priced? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
helged Posted February 27, 2019 Share #9 Posted February 27, 2019 (edited) 30 minutes ago, johnbuckley said: I have never used a Sigma lens, but am really intrigued by two listed -- the 135 f/1.8 and 14 f/1.8. For those with experience with Sigma, how good do you these lenses are? Follow up, what's a guess on how these will be priced? Simply outstanding optically, but quite large/heavy. Make sure that you get a good copy of the 14mm... (https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/289836-and-sigmas-roadmap/?page=3&tab=comments#comment-3691385). Same/similar cost to the existing Sigma/Canon/Nikon counterparts? Edited February 27, 2019 by helged 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotonutzz Posted March 31, 2019 Share #10 Posted March 31, 2019 Guess the MC-21 adapter will not work with any Leica L-Mount cameras anymore. Just read this on Sigma's page. https://www.sigma-global.com/en/news/2019/03/29/2091/ Was about to order one from B&H when I stumbled upon this.... Just when I thought I can use a Sigma over the exorbitantly over-priced Novoflex Sigh.... Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/294672-11-sigma-l-mount-art-lenses-announced/?do=findComment&comment=3712857'>More sharing options...
Vieri Posted April 2, 2019 Share #11 Posted April 2, 2019 On 2/27/2019 at 12:09 PM, helged said: The Art-zooms (as well as Contemporary zooms) can be used on L-bodies by means of the MC-21 adapter: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/cas/product/accessories/mount-converter/#mc-21. It is hard to say whether an adapted Art-lens differs from a L-mounted Art-lens, but I wouldn't think so (except for AFc and the use of teleconverter, neither of which are not supported by the MC-21 adapter according to the above link). True, but going by this logic there wouldn't be need for native L-mount primes either Vieri 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
helged Posted April 2, 2019 Share #12 Posted April 2, 2019 (edited) 18 minutes ago, Vieri said: True, but going by this logic there wouldn't be need for native L-mount primes either Vieri The optics can be the same/similar between the different versions of the lenses, but the focus motors/driving mechanism(s) can differ in order to optimise af when the L-mount lenses are mounted on Panasonic's FF bodies (and not on other manufacturers bodies). Just speculation from my side, clearly, but I will definitely prefer lenses in native mounts in order to avoid adapters that can fail electronically, be left at home (obs; it has happened...), be less water proof, somewhat complicate switching of lenses, etc. etc. Edited April 2, 2019 by helged 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vieri Posted April 2, 2019 Share #13 Posted April 2, 2019 5 hours ago, helged said: The optics can be the same/similar between the different versions of the lenses, but the focus motors/driving mechanism(s) can differ in order to optimise af when the L-mount lenses are mounted on Panasonic's FF bodies (and not on other manufacturers bodies). Just speculation from my side, clearly, but I will definitely prefer lenses in native mounts in order to avoid adapters that can fail electronically, be left at home (obs; it has happened...), be less water proof, somewhat complicate switching of lenses, etc. etc. So, by this logic, It seems that now you agree with me that zooms should also be made in L mount and that the adapter doesn't really cut it Best regards, Vieri Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivar B Posted April 11, 2019 Share #14 Posted April 11, 2019 I just ordered the adapter. I will check it out with the Art 1.4/85 as soon as I have it. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CptSlevin Posted April 18, 2019 Share #15 Posted April 18, 2019 On 3/31/2019 at 11:26 AM, fotonutzz said: Guess the MC-21 adapter will not work with any Leica L-Mount cameras anymore. Just read this on Sigma's page. https://www.sigma-global.com/en/news/2019/03/29/2091/ Was about to order one from B&H when I stumbled upon this.... Just when I thought I can use a Sigma over the exorbitantly over-priced Novoflex Sigh.... Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! You saved me 250$ Thank you, mate! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivar B Posted April 25, 2019 Share #16 Posted April 25, 2019 On 4/18/2019 at 3:37 PM, CptSlevin said: You saved me 250$ Thank you, mate! This is really annoying! I cancelled my order, of course. Why was this not made clear earlier? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahoywen Posted August 9, 2019 Share #17 Posted August 9, 2019 I really hope that Leica could provide a new SL F/W to support for MC-21 converter so that the existing Canon EF mount lens can be used with SL. I would like to use Sigma 180mm f2.8 longer focal macro lens along with SL. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
phongph Posted September 19, 2019 Share #18 Posted September 19, 2019 Hi All! Please advise and share the performance of Sigma art lens - mount L on SL 601, eps 135 f1.8. Have a nice day! Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thighslapper Posted September 19, 2019 Share #19 Posted September 19, 2019 1 hour ago, phongph said: Hi All! Please advise and share the performance of Sigma art lens - mount L on SL 601, eps 135 f1.8. Have a nice day! Thanks! Optically the lens is superb ...... exceptionally sharp. The adapted version with the nikon novoflex AF adapter works fine but is a bit erratic. The new native L mount version should be quicker and 100% reliable. I will be getting mine converted as soon as the service is available. It's a big, heavy, limited usage lens for specific situations ..... and not one you would carry around 'just in case' ...... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
phongph Posted September 20, 2019 Share #20 Posted September 20, 2019 9 hours ago, thighslapper said: Optically the lens is superb ...... exceptionally sharp. The adapted version with the nikon novoflex AF adapter works fine but is a bit erratic. The new native L mount version should be quicker and 100% reliable. I will be getting mine converted as soon as the service is available. It's a big, heavy, limited usage lens for specific situations ..... and not one you would carry around 'just in case' ...... Hi thinhslapper! Thanks for your sharing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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