Sigma 50mm 1.4 DG DN coming for the SL

[SJH]

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Looks like it should arrive next month at some point https://www.mirrorlessrumors.com/leaked-specs-of-the-new-sigma-50mm-f-1-4-dg-dn-art-lens-for-sony-e-and-leica-l/

[huwm]

I'll be interested in giving it a go when it arrives

I have the 35 and 85 already and am very happy(I'm very much a hobbyist though) despite the ever present Leica SL APO 'GAS itch'

Will it displace my only SL prime, doubt it but if it did I could free up funds for a wee wide zoom like the new Panasonic 14-28

[insomnia]

it's a bit long for my taste (physical dimensions) and even a bit heavier than the excellent 85/1.4. Presuming it's an important lens for Sigma (and they've set a good example with the last DSLR 50/1.4) I'd assume it will be plenty good. Still pretty compact compared to the Lumix 1.4 and the Summilux-SL. So I'll definitely get one and add it as a AF alternative to my Summilux-M.

[SJH]

It's landed!

 

[profus]

How is it differing from existing 50 f1.4 Art HSM L-Mount Sigma lens?

[Boojay]

21 minutes ago, profus said:

How is it differing from existing 50 f1.4 Art HSM L-Mount Sigma lens?

Size, weight, built for mirrorless, first use of a linear motor making autofocus quieter and more accurate, reportedly,  lockable aperture ring with click/de-click options, programmable button sure there is more but that's just off the top of my head.

Edited February 8, 2023 by Boojay

[BernardC]

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Sigma's product page says that it features lower coma and flare, and improved wide-open performance, as well as smaller size, faster AF, etc.

[Simone_DF]

Dustin Abbot has published a well done and detailed review

https://dustinabbott.net/2023/02/sigma-50mm-f1-4-dg-dn-art-review-a2023/

[helged]

2 hours ago, Simone_DF said:

Dustin Abbot has published a well done and detailed review

https://dustinabbott.net/2023/02/sigma-50mm-f1-4-dg-dn-art-review-a2023/

Interesting comment regarding the new af motor in Sigma 60-600 and the new 50mm f1.4 (tested with Sony a7IV and Sony Alpha 1):

There is a clear improvement in focus speed with this new focus motor, delivering near instant focus changes.  The Sigma is closer to the GM in autofocus performance than any of the other 50mm alternatives.

[Simone_DF]

1 hour ago, helged said:

Interesting comment regarding the new af motor in Sigma 60-600 and the new 50mm f1.4 (tested with Sony a7IV and Sony Alpha 1):

There is a clear improvement in focus speed with this new focus motor, delivering near instant focus changes.  The Sigma is closer to the GM in autofocus performance than any of the other 50mm alternatives.

Yes, I expect focus to be faster on L mount cameras too.