Canon 50 1.4 vs sigma 50 1.4

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Why do retailers always advice on the canon over the sigma and the user advices the sigma over the canon?!
 
lucky_13 said:
Why do retailers always advice on the canon over the sigma and the user advices the sigma over the canon?!
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Cheaper and they probably make more of a profit with it. Sigma is the better lens though
 
twist said:
Less returns with the Canon ;)
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From what I've read if you don't suffer from front / back focusing issues, something I've never suffered with any body and lens combination, the Sigma is the more reliable lens. Plus of course the Canon 50's focusing system isn't as modern or as accurate as the Sigma's.

I've yet to read a review which places the Canon ahead of the Sigma and I'm quite happy with mine.
 
I was waiting for you to reply regarding Sigma AF issues that you havent suffered from. :)

No doubt the Sigma is the better lens, I love mine. If you get a decent copy. The Canon mount of the Sigma lens is very erratic in performance, most FF at close to MFD but are fine after say 2m from subject, some are the other way round, something to keep in mind when purchasing as the retailers return procedure may make your life easier.
 
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twist said:
I was waiting for you to reply regarding Sigma AF issues that you havent suffered from. :)
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Most FF? Tried them all have you? :) I'll be annoying now and say that many lenses have a lower hit rate near MFD and my Siggy 50mm is not significantly worse and possibly a little better than some lenses I've had.

At least I'm no fan boy. I'll buy any lens as long as I think it's the best at the price point. I really see no reason to worry about focus issues when buying a new lens as if it's a bad one you get your money back, change it for another or get everything calibrated.

And of course a focus issue could be down to the user, or their camera and not the lens at all :D

PS. As I have mine here I've just rattled off 10 shots at about MFD, refocusing every time, and... you guessed it... it hit every single one :)
 
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Yes, read complaints of the Sigma 50mm online, most FF at MFD, congrats your lens is fine, my Nikon mount is fine, Canon mounts werent.

Not sure what you meant by that statement as I also have Sigma lenses. You may see no reason for concern but others may when they return a lens 2-3 times with the same issue till they find one thats spot on, this also costs postage which isnt cheap when insuring a lens. Some people also dont have 8 weeks to wait while a lens is calibrated.

Or perhaps a certain company is very well known for issues with QC or perhaps some people accept sub par performance. It could be down to user error but in my own experience that doesnt explain testing multiple copies on a couple different bodys till I found one that somehow achieved focus correctly on both cameras. Thats not technique or an issue with the camera/s.

All Im saying is that if the OP buys the lens he needs to be aware of issues that are widely known about this lens in CA mount and that it may take a while to find a goodun (then he should never sell it!).
 
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twist said:
Not sure what you meant by that statement...
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What statement? You said most FF so I asked if you'd tried them all. Personally I don't really like statements that sway beyond an accuracy that can be substantiated. Maybe it's just because I was an engineer and had to be accurate but if making a statement I thought I might not be able to substantiate I'd possibly say something like "I've read that some people have reported front / back focusing issues." Personally I haven't but as trying to balance Siggy phobia seems to be resented I'll stop doing it, just for PLU :)

Yes. Some do report issues, I personally have none and when balancing the pro's and cons of the Siggy v the Canon I balanced the reports of iffy Siggy focus with the reports that Canon's 50mm f1.4 has a focus mechanism that by some test reports struggles or may actually be incapable of providing accuracy consistency by design.

There are reports of iffy Siggy's but like me the OP could rely on blind luck :) It's always worked for me :D
 
The Fanboy statement, not sure if you were implying I am one.

Okay, if you would like accuracy as an ex engineer and cant understand that one person cant try every single lens in the world so its a bit obvious its posted online to be read, Ill change it round and say out of 3 copies Ive had, 2 FF, thats most in my experience.

He just needs to understand the possible issues and how to avoid them if he doesnt want the hassle. Namely, bricks & mortar to test if possible, good online retailer with flexible returns or known good used copy.

Nothing wrong with blind luck mate, wish I had more when it came to Sigma lenses, as I, like you, believe they are fantastic value.
 
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woof woof said:
Most FF? Tried them all have you? :) I'll be annoying now and say that many lenses have a lower hit rate near MFD and my Siggy 50mm is not significantly worse and possibly a little better than some lenses I've had.

At least I'm no fan boy. I'll buy any lens as long as I think it's the best at the price point. I really see no reason to worry about focus issues when buying a new lens as if it's a bad one you get your money back, change it for another or get everything calibrated.

And of course a focus issue could be down to the user, or their camera and not the lens at all :D

PS. As I have mine here I've just rattled off 10 shots at about MFD, refocusing every time, and... you guessed it... it hit every single one :)
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Forgive my ignorance but what is MFD?
 
Minimum Focus Distance.

Go for the Sig version. I've used it on every Canon sensor size and it's been fine.
 
I must admit to never having tried the Sigma but for me the real advantage of the 50 1.4 from Canon is the small size. Makes it very handy when travelling (business trips) and is very unobtrusive on the street. Also takes mighty fine pictures (inmho)

Early morning walk by PCPhilpot, on Flickr

The one I am getting very excited about is the rumoured 40mm pancake lens. Perfect for taking everywhere.
 
DemiLion said:
Minimum Focus Distance.

Go for the Sig version. I've used it on every Canon sensor size and it's been fine.
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I am leaning towards the siggy but my concern is if I order from panamoz or digital rev and I have to return the lens and end up costing me more...
Would that be any good for close up stuff? Would I be able to focus say 10'' away from cubject?
 
You should create a wanted and buy used if you dont want to pay UK prices. That way you know you get a good copy.
 
twist said:
You should create a wanted and buy used if you dont want to pay UK prices. That way you know you get a good copy.
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That way you will likely get a copy somebody didn't want for some specific reason.

I would only buy Sigma from a real shop after extensive testing. In fact, it also makes sense for some Canon glass.
 
How is that? If it focuses okay and he gets test shots all should be fine. People who sell here are usually not dodgy.
 
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