A new Sigma 24-70/2.8 v2 or used Leica 24-70/2.8?

[Virob]

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Just curious what people would do. I can potentially get a used Leica 24-70 for about the same price as a new Sigma 24-70. What would you choose and why? Thanks!

[peterschat]

All my Leica-lenses are used (by myself). And they are fantastic and will be that for coming years (and longer). It’s a no brainer to me. I’ll go for the Leica!

[Ning Ning]

Since both lenses are technically identical, I would take the Sigma because of the warranty.

[Ning Ning]

I read the headline again and see that it's even about the V2 from Sigma. Another argument in favor of the Sigma.

[FlashGordonPhotography]

Sigma for sure.

Gordon

[Ivar B]

I see some tests stating that the optical difference between V1 and V2 are pretty marginal and not likely to show up in practice. However, some of the complaints against V1 was a litte poor autofocus, and it was slower than Leica to wake up when the camera was turned on. This appears to be fixed with V2, in addition to lower weight. A lot speaks in favour of Sigma.

[Leicalook]

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@Ivar B

What is a sponsoring member, please?

[Ivar B]

1 hour ago, Leicalook said:

@Ivar B

What is a sponsoring member, please?

As I recall, some years back we paid a small sum of money to join the forum. This is the sponsoring element.

[Leicalook]

@Ivar B

Thanks a lot. So far I saw "premium" and self-chosen titles. The "sponsoring" was new to me.

I still think about going for "premium"... Maybe I will do that some day...

 

Best wishes 

Stefan

 

And SORRY for off-topic! 

[Ivar B]

18 hours ago, Leicalook said:

@Ivar B

Thanks a lot. So far I saw "premium" and self-chosen titles. The "sponsoring" was new to me.

I still think about going for "premium"... Maybe I will do that some day...

 

Best wishes 

Stefan

 

And SORRY for off-topic! 

No worries. This is not something I have added on my own. I think it was automatically recorded some years back. 

[miessli]

i would go for the sigma V2, i prefer the manuell aperture ring

[WvE]

I tried both in the shop, the Sigma was a smaller and lighter and had somewhat better autofocus, I will buy the Sigma this weekend. 

Edited October 29, 2024 by WvE

[jdlaing]

I use the Sigma. I’m happy with it.

[SrMi]

I have both, I prefer Leica.

[Virob]

7 hours ago, SrMi said:

I have both, I prefer Leica.

What makes the Leica preferable for you?

[SrMi]

2 hours ago, Virob said:

What makes the Leica preferable for you?

Better ergonomics (in line with my other Leica L lenses) and better look, similar IQ, no extra buttons that cannot be used with SL3.

The weight difference (typically matters) is too small to matter when combined with an SL3 body.

[jaapv]

In the event that a lens has to be repaired the Sigma will be back in a matter of days, a coupe of weeks at the most. In case of the Leica it will be AWOL for half a year.

[Ivar B]

2 hours ago, jaapv said:

In the event that a lens has to be repaired the Sigma will be back in a matter of days, a coupe of weeks at the most. In case of the Leica it will be AWOL for half a year.

I hope you are mistaken, but most probably you are not. I just sent my 24-70 to Leica for repair. 

[WvE]

2 hours ago, jaapv said:

In the event that a lens has to be repaired the Sigma will be back in a matter of days, a coupe of weeks at the most. In case of the Leica it will be AWOL for half a year.

I think many people tend to forget that or simply are unaware of when buying Leica equipment.  

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[Ivar B]

51 minutes ago, WvE said:

I think many people tend to forget that or simply are unaware of when buying Leica equipment.  

Yes, there is no doubt that you are correct. As I said I just sent my 24-70 for repair and I have an 24-90 as well so no urgency at all, but when someone with an M body for example needs to have something repaired and maybe the camera is used almost daily, being told that a repair is 5 months is completely unacceptable. Nobody else will get away with this state of affairs.