Louis Posted October 13, 2023 Share #1 Â Posted October 13, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) I wonder if anyone used both 18-56 T and Sigma 28-70 L, and could compare the image quality of these two lenses? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thatkatmat Posted October 18, 2023 Share #2  Posted October 18, 2023 I took both on a couple trips. The 18-56 has a much better focal length for a crop sensor. The Leica is packed with nice color and contrast. The Sigma to me looked "flat". I could get the shots to look nice after some processing but when I switched to the kit lens it really opened my eyes to how good that little lens is. The only area where the Sigma comes out ahead is the constant 2.8 aperture. But, I sold the Sigma and the 18-56 found a permanent spot in my bag. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatkatmat Posted October 18, 2023 Share #3  Posted October 18, 2023 (edited) Waterfall country in Wales is with the 18-50 (handheld  ), Vernazza apartments with the 18-56. Both with my CL. I don't have any direct comparisons, just that processing was so much easier with the Leica. 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! Edited October 18, 2023 by thatkatmat 3 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/382971-leica-18-56-t-and-sigma-28-70-l/?do=findComment&comment=4877426'>More sharing options...
Louis Posted October 18, 2023 Author Share #4  Posted October 18, 2023 (edited) 4 hours ago, thatkatmat said: Waterfall country in Wales is with the 18-50 (handheld  ), Vernazza apartments with the 18-56. Both with my CL. I don't have any direct comparisons, just that processing was so much easier with the Leica. 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! Thank you very much for your response. I used 18-56 a lot on my T and CL, but I was not very satisfied on SL2. The small size was indeed very practical for traveling. I hope the sigma that I am expecting any day would give me enough satisfaction in full frame. Thanks again Edited October 18, 2023 by Louis 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatkatmat Posted October 18, 2023 Share #5 Â Posted October 18, 2023 (edited) I see, I didn't realize you were using the SL2. I don't use it on my SL2 unless I'm using the Elpro 52 with it. If I'm gonna lug around my SL2, I throw the 24-90 on it Cheers Edited October 18, 2023 by thatkatmat 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louis Posted October 25, 2023 Author Share #6  Posted October 25, 2023 (edited) I finally received a Sigma 28-70 because  it is smaller than recommended 24-70, and more convenient for walk around photography. At first, I didn’t like its cheap and plastic looks, comparing to the Leica metallic and beautiful built. But after a few tests, I realized the glass is quite good. Despite a few renderings that were not at my taste, I thing it gives better results on SL2 than the small Leica 18-56. 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! Edited October 25, 2023 by Louis 4 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/382971-leica-18-56-t-and-sigma-28-70-l/?do=findComment&comment=4882168'>More sharing options...
ruskkyle Posted October 25, 2023 Share #7  Posted October 25, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) 2 hours ago, Louis said: I finally received a Sigma 28-70 because  it is smaller than recommended 24-70, and more convenient for walk around photography. At first, I didn’t like its cheap and plastic looks, comparing to the Leica metallic and beautiful built. But after a few tests, I realized the glass is quite good. Despite a few renderings that were not at my taste, I thing it gives better results on SL2 than the small Leica 18-56. 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! Fantastic shot Louis 👌 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatkatmat Posted October 27, 2023 Share #8  Posted October 27, 2023 On 10/25/2023 at 6:14 AM, Louis said: I finally received a Sigma 28-70 because  it is smaller than recommended 24-70, and more convenient for walk around photography. At first, I didn’t like its cheap and plastic looks, comparing to the Leica metallic and beautiful built. But after a few tests, I realized the glass is quite good. Despite a few renderings that were not at my taste, I thing it gives better results on SL2 than the small Leica 18-56. 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! Looking good! Not sure why I didn't catch that you're talking about the 28-70 not the 18-50...Sorry about that. I had the 28-70 as well and liked it as it's about 1/4 size of my 24-90. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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