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Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM For Canon EF

Rating 4.5 46 reviews
Manufacturer: Sigma
Photography Review
17 years ago

This is the first Sigma 50mm f/1.4 prime lens for 4/3 DSLRs, a tele photo lens in the focal length of 100mm equivalent to portrait lens in medium distance. A superb lens of optical quality and design, fast focus in silent with HSM.
Pros:
  • Fast aperature in f/1.4 with beautiful bokeh
  • Short lens barrel and well balance of weight by hand-held with camera body
  • Fast focus speed in silent with HSM
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Newegg
17 years ago

A Superior lens

I also have the 30mm 1.4 Sigma and I just love these 2 lenses they behave similarly but the 50mm Is probably sharper. Obviously I use the 50 as an 80mm small tele on DX format Nikons. I am a regular newegg customer but I did not buy this lens from newegg, I should have...
Pros:
  • Very well built, SUPER SHARP, fast AF (HSM), perfectly balanced on D300
  • It is soo much better than the Nikkor 50mm 1.4 that I traded the Nikkor away
  • The Bokeh` is (to me) Gorgeous, so just run and get this gem!!
Cons:
  • NONE
  • well OK perhaps didn't need to be a 77mm filter tread..
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Bestbuy
16 years ago

Worth Every Penny

Let me start by explaining my score of 4 on image quality. If I had the option I would give it a 4.8 rather than a perfect 5. When the aperture is wide open at f/1.4 images get 'creamy all over'. But with the right light this effect can be absolutely stunning!
Pros:
  • Bokeh
  • Focus Speed
  • Sharpness
Cons:
  • 77mm filters
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epinions.com
16 years ago

More expensive than Canon, but WORTH it!

If you are looking for a new lens for your Canon DSLR camera, whether it be a full frame (like the C
Pros:
  • Big glass that lets in lots of light!
Cons:
  • A bit on the heavy side
  • but really no problem
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Dooyoo
16 years ago

Sigma EX: A capable telephoto macro lens

This telephoto macro lens was the first lens I purchased for my DSLR. It was intended for insect macrophotography, and has not disappointed. At around f8, the lens is very sharp; it is softer wide open, but this is not a problem for macros as the depth of field at f2.8 is too shallow anyway.
Pros:
  • Sharp image and 1:1 magnification
Cons:
  • Clunky focusing system
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Trusted Reviews
16 years ago

Sigma 50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Review

One of the nicest things about Sigma lenses is that they come with a padded pouch, instantly suggesting that the manufacturer feels the lens is worth protecting. Sigma's 50mm f/1.4 is no exception, boasting an enormous front element and a .
Pros:
  • Imposing presence
Cons:
  • Distinctly heavy
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Abes of Maine
15 years ago

For portraits and bokeh this lens is top

This lens has opened some doors for me with its f1.4 capabilities. I was trying to decide between this and the two more affordable canon 50mm lenses. Ultimately I sold myself on this output quality from this lens.
Pros:
  • Low Light
  • Nice Bokeh
  • Rugged
  • Sharpness
  • Strong Construction
Cons:
  • Inconsistent focus
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henrys.com
15 years ago

Bought this lens for the great bokeh and sharpness. I tried it on Nikon D700 and quiet happy with a result. The glass is heavy and massive ,but the filling is right on.Fast and furious :)
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Dell
14 years ago

Stunning

I bought this lens mainly for portrait photography. I like it better than the canon version. I checked the reviews and photo samples of this lens and I must say, it's true enough that it is a nice lens.
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Overstock
14 years ago

Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM for Canon Lens

Great lens! I don't know how else to describe this lens in 50 characters
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