This 35mm f/1.4 is from Sigma's acclaimed Art range, and has been recognised by many as providing some of the best image quality currently available... Packing in 13 elements in 11 groups – including one FLD and 4 SLD low-dispersion elements, as well as two aspherical elements – keeps the image...

AF did not work at all when the lens was shot on a D800E for the first time. After searching the internet for help I learned that the lens must be sent to Sigma together with the camera. The lens will then be adjusted to the specific camera individually without any charge.

Excellent ultra-sharp images even at max aperture; High resolution and contrast

Needs service before used for the very first time; No aperture ring

We're going to let you judge for yourself which lens is best for you. They're both excellent performers and can do a great job when used in conjunction with one another. But you're best off figuring out which focal length is better for you.

At photokina 2012 Sigma announced a new "Global Vision", which divides their lens portfolio into 3 categories: "Contemporary", "Art" and "Sports". These product lines don't apply to existing Sigma lenses, but any newly developed lens will be assigned to one of them, giving a rough guidance about the...