Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art question
Nov 4, 2015 19:52:37 #
Several months back GPS Phil convinced me to purchase the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art for my Nikon D7100 and I couldn't be happier. Now I am thinking of picking up the Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art for my Nikon D810 and am looking for some feedback from current owners of the lens. Thank you in advance for your thoughts. 8-)
Nov 4, 2015 20:49:18 #
NealB wrote:
Several months back GPS Phil convinced me to purchase the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art for my Nikon D7100 and I couldn't be happier. Now I am thinking of picking up the Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art for my Nikon D810 and am looking for some feedback from current owners of the lens. Thank you in advance for your thoughts. 8-)
Glad to hear your enjoying the 18-35 Neal. Anxious to hear some reports on the 24-35. I have the Sigma 24-105 f/4, and added Nikons new 20mm1.8 with the thought of having it in the bag for that occasional wide shot needed. To my surprise, it stays on the Df about 60% of the time. Extremely sharp with very low distortion. It is without a doubt, my best landscape lens. Between the light weight, and low light performance, it is very versatile.
Just a thought.
Phil
Nov 5, 2015 09:57:50 #
Curious as to why you would get the 24-35mm when you already have the 18-35mm....seems redundant..?
Nov 5, 2015 10:14:04 #
NealB - I agree with Carlo. Why purchase an overlapping lens when you could spend the money for a high quality prime or non-overlapping zoom. Lenses are not inexpensive accessories, so it is usually best to be selective when making a purchase.
Nov 5, 2015 11:54:06 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
Carlo wrote:
Curious as to why you would get the 24-35mm when you already have the 18-35mm....seems redundant..?
The Sigma 18-35mm is a very highly regarded crop sensor lens. The OP apparently likes the lens and is considering the 24-35 because it is a full frame version of it, albeit bigger and heavier with a slightly more restricted focal range and a 1/3 stop slower aperture. Because the 18-35 is such a highly respected optic, many full frame camera owners have wanted Sigma to create something similar for them. This is it.
Nov 5, 2015 12:04:02 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
rjaywallace wrote:
NealB - I agree with Carlo. Why purchase an overlapping lens when you could spend the money for a high quality prime or non-overlapping zoom. Lenses are not inexpensive accessories, so it is usually best to be selective when making a purchase.
I have a Sigma 18-35. If this 24-35 FF lens is as good as the 18-35, which is meant for crop sensors,, than it will be the equivalent of three high quality primes in a single package, with every focal length in between. On a crop body the 18-35 is one of the sharpest lens made, sharper than many primes. If the 24-35 is as good, many full frame users will want a copy. If i had a full frame body, know I would. Yes, unlike Canon, on a Nikon D810 FF you could use the 18-35 in crop mode, but if you want similar results in full resolution you would need the 24-35.
Nov 5, 2015 13:07:37 #
mwsilvers wrote:
I have a Sigma 18-35. If this 24-35 FF lens is as ... (show quote)
So you are assuming that Neal's unstated intention is to get rid of the lens he has in favor of the 24-35mm. That would make more sense.
Nov 5, 2015 14:40:34 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
rjaywallace wrote:
So you are assuming that Neal's unstated intention is to get rid of the lens he has in favor of the 24-35mm. That would make more sense.
I'm not assuming anything and I'm not a mind reader. You and Carlo seemed to be a bit surprised that the OP would consider a second lens with such a similar range. As an owner of the 18-35 myself, I was only suggesting a reason why someone moving to full frame and having the experience of an Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 on crop might want to purchase the 24-35 f/2. If I moved to full frame I would strongly consider the purchase myself and, in my case, then sell the 18-35mm.
Nov 5, 2015 18:52:04 #
Carlo wrote:
Curious as to why you would get the 24-35mm when you already have the 18-35mm....seems redundant..?
I image I should have given a better explanation of what I wanted to achieve. The 18-35 is for APS-C camera which my D7100 is. The 24-35 is for Full Frame cameras which my D810 is. While either lens will work on both cameras some what I want the correct lens for each camera. I have no plans of selling the 18-35 to buy the 24-35. I just want the correct lens of each camera.
Nov 5, 2015 19:18:25 #
Thanks for the clarification. ..sounds good to me...go for it and enjoy all your camera equipment. ..!! :D
Nov 5, 2015 20:17:40 #
Carlo wrote:
Curious as to why you would get the 24-35mm when you already have the 18-35mm....seems redundant..?
One is FX, and one is DX. big difference!
Just noticed that it has already been answered, Sorry for the duplication!
Phil
Nov 6, 2015 19:41:45 #
GPS Phil wrote:
One is FX, and one is DX. big difference!
Just noticed that it has already been answered, Sorry for the duplication!
Phil
Just noticed that it has already been answered, Sorry for the duplication!
Phil
Your explanation is better than mine Phil.
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