jaapv Posted January 9 Share #161 Posted January 9 Advertisement (gone after registration) On 1/8/2025 at 6:09 PM, SJCoates said: The lens looks really impressive - I am thinking about talking the plunge myself essentially as it is the only super telephoto lens available in L-mount (apart from the 500mm f/4 which is a totally different beast of course). I am just wondering about the AF performance? I have an SL (601) body, what is the AF like? You might think that I should know what this is like generally, but I actually don't as I've never used an SL lens on it as all my lenses are R lenses! And what is the AF like with the 1.4 and 2x teleconverters to make a 700mm f/8 and 1000mm f/11? Presumably the AF will hunt (especially so with the 1000mm f/11) so maybe manual focus is the preferred option here? In addition, what are the 2x and 1.4x like optically? Reading various reviews online form people I am getting a bit of a mixed idea, with some users saying that the results are the same with the converters attached as the lens is without. Of course there is the interesting idea of getting the Leica converters to use with the lens rather than the Sigmas; has anyone used this combination and what do you think of the results? Do you really want to use a 2x converter? 1000 mm is quite a handful for somebody who does not specialize in long lenses and two stops of light loss counts as well. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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SJCoates Posted January 10 Share #162 Posted January 10 On 1/9/2025 at 9:39 PM, jaapv said: Do you really want to use a 2 x converter? 1000 mm is quite a handful for somebody who does not specialize in long lenses and two stops of light loss counts as well. I don't think I'd use this combination very often to be honest; just nice to actually have it. I suppose teleconverters are a good 'extra' option to be used as and when needed; overall the lens would probably be used as a 500mm around 80-90% of the time. Yes as you say 1000mm is quite a challenge! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michali Posted January 12 Share #163 Posted January 12 Flappet Lark (Mirafra rufocinnamomea) Mila N. Serengeti, Tanzania SL3 & Sigma 500mm f5.6 DG DN -I'm really impressed with this lens. I still can't get my head around how light and compact it is & delivers this level of IQ. (please click on image for better res.) 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! 16 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5738051'>More sharing options...
LeicaRFan Posted January 12 Share #164 Posted January 12 Fallow deer in the snow SL2 with 500 5,6 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! 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5738384'>More sharing options...
LeicaRFan Posted January 12 Share #165 Posted January 12 Robin in the snow SL2 with 500 5,6 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! 6 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5738386'>More sharing options...
LeicaRFan Posted January 22 Share #166 Posted January 22 Goldcrest with SL2 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! 5 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5744622'>More sharing options...
HPFM Posted January 23 Share #167 Posted January 23 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) Am 12.1.2025 um 09:12 schrieb michali: Flappet Lark (Mirafra rufocinnamomea) Mila N. Serengeti, Tanzania SL3 & Sigma 500mm f5.6 DG DN -I'm really impressed with this lens. I still can't get my head around how light and compact it is & delivers this level of IQ. (please click on image for better res.) 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! Great shot👍 Did you crop?? Asking because i am thinking about SL3s as second body to my SL3-cropping would be hard regarding the resolution of 24 mp…(normally do fine art printing with A2-paper) Edited January 23 by HPFM 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickT Posted January 24 Share #168 Posted January 24 Giant kingfisher, SL3, 1/1000 sec, f8 taken from a canoe. The Gambia. 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! 9 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5745747'>More sharing options...
michali Posted January 25 Share #169 Posted January 25 On 1/23/2025 at 8:01 PM, HPFM said: Great shot👍 Did you crop?? Asking because i am thinking about SL3s as second body to my SL3-cropping would be hard regarding the resolution of 24 mp…(normally do fine art printing with A2-paper) Thank you! Yes I did crop to 66% I use the SL3 primarily for birding which gives me the ability to crop right in. For general wildlife I mainly use the SL2-S Reporter. At this point, for my use I personally see no need to upgrade to the SL3-S. Here's a screenshot of the full-frame DNG. (please click on image for better res.) 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! 2 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5746083'>More sharing options...
LeicaRFan Posted January 29 Share #170 Posted January 29 Robin with SL2 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! 10 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5748270'>More sharing options...
NickT Posted February 17 Share #171 Posted February 17 Chimpanzee, Gambia River National Park, The Gambia, West Africa. SL3 plus Sigma 500mm, Taken from a boat 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! 13 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5759067'>More sharing options...
ErwanKL Posted February 27 Share #172 Posted February 27 Hello, I'm updating the post a bit and bringing the discussion back to this objective. I have a question regarding stabilization. There are things I must not be doing right—I don't understand how you're able to get perfectly sharp handheld shots with this lens (Leica SL3 + Sigma 500). I don't have Parkinson, and even when using the electronic shutter + fast shutter speed (1/2000 for example), I still get a slight softness in the image. I can clearly see the difference when I mount the camera and lens on a monopod or tripod. But it bothers me to carry around this kind of accessory, especially since the advantage of this small lens is its lightness without needing a tripod. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 27 Share #173 Posted February 27 What OIS do you use? It should be OIS 1. You are correct to use ES. Plus, on high megapixel cameras dont check at 100%. That is an insane magnification. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
helged Posted February 27 Share #174 Posted February 27 30 minutes ago, ErwanKL said: Hello, I'm updating the post a bit and bringing the discussion back to this objective. I have a question regarding stabilization. There are things I must not be doing right—I don't understand how you're able to get perfectly sharp handheld shots with this lens (Leica SL3 + Sigma 500). I don't have Parkinson, and even when using the electronic shutter + fast shutter speed (1/2000 for example), I still get a slight softness in the image. I can clearly see the difference when I mount the camera and lens on a monopod or tripod. But it bothers me to carry around this kind of accessory, especially since the advantage of this small lens is its lightness without needing a tripod. The first Sigma DG DN 500mm I had to return; it was bitingly sharp up to 15-20m 👍, but it showed some sort of softness at long distances. The second lens was/is fine. I just want to mention it; have you tested the lens on short and long distances? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErwanKL Posted February 27 Share #175 Posted February 27 1 hour ago, jaapv said: Quel OIS utilisez-vous ? Il devrait s'agir de l'OIS 1. Vous avez raison d'utiliser l'ES. De plus, sur les appareils photo à mégapixels élevés, ne vérifiez pas à 100 %. C'est un grossissement insensé. Thank you for responding so quickly, indeed I was in OIS 1 mode and yes it is by looking at 100% the difference is obvious but even without such high magnification the perception of sharpness is obvious. I just realized that I had version 1 of the lens I am updating to V1.1 and will keep you informed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErwanKL Posted February 27 Share #176 Posted February 27 4 minutes ago, helged said: Le premier Sigma DG DN 500 mm que j'ai dû retourner, il était d'une netteté mordante jusqu'à 15-20 m 👍 , mais il montrait une sorte de douceur à longue distance. Le deuxième objectif était/est très bien. Je veux juste le mentionner : avez-vous testé l'objectif sur de courtes et de longues distances ? To tell the truth, I bought the lens from a professional second-hand, like new, following customer feedback. I tested the sharpness at 10/20m and infinity and frankly nothing to complain about, almost as sharp as my SL APO lenses at all distances! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErwanKL Posted February 27 Share #177 Posted February 27 After updating to version 1.1 of the lens, if I focus when triggering, I can get a super sharp photo up to 1/250s. I'm really amazed, even looking at the photo at 200% the image is as good as on a tripod. The color rendering and precision are incredible and must not be far behind the APO SLs that I am used to using. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 27 Share #178 Posted February 27 Maybe you should check the settings using the USB dock I don’t know exactly what variables it offers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickT Posted March 15 Share #179 Posted March 15 SL3 plus Sigma 500mm f5.6 Yellow billed kite, The Gambia West Africa. 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! 5 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5772265'>More sharing options...
LeicaRFan Posted March 16 Share #180 Posted March 16 (edited) Blue tit, SL2 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 March 16 by LeicaRFan 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/389503-sigma-500mm-56/?do=findComment&comment=5772736'>More sharing options...
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