#Sigma Art lenses

[steinspictures]

Hey my photo guys and girls, had the pleasure to shoot with three different sigma art prime lenses and I'm ready to talk my experiences on these... and on prime lenses in general :) Hope you guys like it and follow me for more content! All the best D.

[lorrainekinnearphotographs]

Lebogang M, 2021

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Luca Petralia Compares Fujifilm's Fujinon XF 18-120mm f/4.0 LM PZ WR With XF 16-80mm

Luca Petralia Compares Fujifilm’s Fujinon XF 18-120mm f/4.0 LM PZ WR With XF 16-80mm

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A very generous follower got me the "do everything" lens I was saving up for and I don't know how to thank them. They'd like to remain anonymous, but I wanted to share my first image and dedicate it to them. Check out them bokeh balls.

The thing about lenses is they often don't perform well at their widest aperture. So if you are shooting in low light, you have to take a serious hit to quality and detail. But the Sigma 50mm Art said, "That sucks" and made their lens near perfect even at f/1.4.

Here you can see a $100 lens at f/1.8 vs the Sigma at f/1.4.

Note that just going from f/1.8 to 1.4 is a huge optical engineering challenge and then to end up with a sharper image is even more impressive.

So thank you anonymous follower, you have made the first step of my new photography journey much easier. I now have the proper tool to get started and that is amazing.

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FAQ + About (for mobile)

About me: My name is Milli (she/her), 25yrs. I love taking photos of nature and my Subaru. I’m a huge nerd about mushrooms, plants, and skulls. I’ve been hiking ever since I was a little kid and at this point I feel at home in the woods.

I have a flock of chickens, a boyfriend, a dog, and waaay too many house plants

Did you take all the photos on this blog?

Yep, every photo posted here was taken by yours truly unless otherwise noted (very rare).

What camera/lenses do you use? 

My crop sensor/work kit is:

Nikon D7100

10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

Dolica ZX600B103 Tripod

My full frame kit is:

Nikon D850

Sigma 150-600mm f5.6-6.3 

50mm f/1.8 G

60mm f/2.8 ED Macro

Nikon 105mm f/2.8 VR G

17-35mm f2.8 

20mm 1.8 ED sold

Sigma 150-500mm f5.6-6.3  sold

Kenko extension tubes

Raynox 250

Vanguard Alta Pro 263AB (works for macro + everything else)

Filters and other gear:

Hoya circular polarizers + Stop down/up kit

Nikon camera backpack (discontinued)/TARION Camera Backpack

Instax Mini 90

Other cameras I’ve owned:

D50

D200

D3000

D7000

Here’s my lens wish list, some are on there for fun and some I actually want.

What camera gear would you recommend for a beginner?

Before you worry too much about getting the best gear, make sure you learn how to use it first. You could go out and buy the fanciest camera and lenses and still not take good photos because you don’t know how to use your camera or how to “see”. There’s also a saying, “you marry your lenses and date your bodies”. Invest in good lenses, preferably full frame compatible ones in case you ever decide to upgrade to full frame, and get a cheaper body to start. With that out of the way…

If you’re just starting out, I’d recommend getting a refurbished or used camera from the D7100+ line. They’ve come down in price as of late and are pretty solid cameras. Just make sure to check the shutter count.

I’d skip anything from the D3000 & D5000 lines. They’re not bad cameras but they do not have built in autofocus meaning they rely on the lens itself having autofocus. This isn’t horrible but it does limit what lenses you can use (and some of the lenses that won’t autofocus with those cameras are good AND cheap) and that can be confusing for a beginner.

As for a lens, a 50mm f/1.8, or 35mm f/1.8 is a great lens. Both lenses are inexpensive, have good quality glass, and can used for nearly everything. The 18-55mm lens that comes with cameras isn’t bad either. 

I don’t shoot Canon/Sony/whatever else so I can’t give any advice there sorry!

How did you learn to take photos?

LOTS of practice, I first picked up a camera back in 2013. In high school and college I took photography classes but ultimately I didn’t really learn much from them, they started at too basic of a level.

I did learn a lot about photography from taking art classes however. They taught me framing, how to use shadows/light, and movement in a photo (where does your eye travel when you view an image/art piece). My mom is also a professional photojournalist so I picked up some knowledge from her and my grandfather who’s also a published photographer.

How can I take better photos?

Again, lots of practice. Learn what every setting and button on your camera does, try different shooting modes, take the same photo at several different apertures and shutter speeds to see what changes. You can learn a lot from reading articles too but the best way to learn, imo, is by doing. Don’t worry about getting the best gear and the best camera, learn how to take photos first.

Study other photographers photos, and even paintings, and see what you like. Pay attention to directional lines and where your eye travels. Learn how to use Photoshop/Lightroom (just pirate it). Take photos in different weather, lighting, and times of day. 

What programs do you use to edit? What presets/filters do you use?

I use Lightroom and Photoshop Classic along with custom presets that I’ve made for different situations (fog, snow, etc) to process most of my images and then I make minor tweaks. A lot of my presets started as VSCO presets and then I kept the things I liked and changed the things I didn’t.

What is your job?

I’m a real estate photographer specializing in short term rentals. I love it.

Are you related to Eddie Vedder?

Yep, we’re very distantly related. Something like 7th cousins twice removed but I’ve never met him.

Can you add a photo to your print shop?

Sure! Just tell me the name of the photo (or link it if possible, I reuse a lot of names) you want added and I’ll get it up there.

May I use one of your photos?

I’m 100% ok with people using my photos as a reference for drawing/painting, I’d even love to see the result. For anything else, just shoot me an ask beforehand and I’ll let you know. Please do not repost my photos on Tumblr or elsewhere without my permission.

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what are your thoughts in this last bsd episode? (Mostly on akutagawa cuz you write for him a lot)

Oh my so glad you asked anon. I'm gonna discuss everyone but ofc we're starting with the supreme babygirl.

Aku absolutely slayed in his new Rashomon armor or whatever it was. no bcs he's so juicy. I feel like everyone was so pretty this episode, but Aku even more so. Really missed him on screen♡♡ He's so pretty I wanna bake him a fig pie fr.

But on another note rip to my fav old man. I knew Fukuchi was gonna die and all I wanted for him was a dramatic death. HE DID GET IT. Did I cry? Yes.

It's still funny to think how he told Poe the whole story of his childhood with Fukuzawa so he can write the book💀💀

But then again. LOVED IT.

Now on to Fyodor. I personally don't think he's dead. I just have a hunch + that arm really detached kinda too easily ngl. Maybe Nikolai managed to teleport him somewhere and then just pretended to mourn his death? After all he's a good actor.

Sigma is 100% alive. I'm sure of it.

And the skk screentime? Absolute perfection. How can people say that skk isn't real when Chūya wore those scleral lenses and vampire teeth AND growled/hissed like a vampire; all for Dazai? They're canon I'm telling you.

That's kind of it in terms of characters♡

I'd also like to point out the amount of foreshadowing in this official art.

Nikolai's arm LOST IN THE SAUCE (the portal) then Fedya lost his right arm? And oh man. I thought Asagiri simply gave Fukuchi a bombastic outfit but nah💀💀.

Anyway cannot wait for the next chapters I'm so excited. Also gonna post some Aku content soon cuz it's been in my drafts for weeks now.

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A picture of my own 110 camera. The Pentax Auto 110. I have only ever shot with the 24mm f2.8, but would love to try out my 50mm and 18mm lens. The lenses also work on my Ricoh GXR with a 3D printed adapter. The flange distance of the Pentax Auto 110 is short than that of the Ricoh GXR, so the lenses are fixed slightly behind the M mount of the A12 module. 😳 It's still such a treat that the three lenses I have for the Pentax Auto 110 also cover APS-C sized sensors. ✨ If I ever stop shooting 110 film the lenses won't go to waste. 😄

The photo itself was shot with the Sigma 35mm f1.4 DG HSM Art lens and a Pentax K-1 II. ✨

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Welcome to the blog!

I could have used a more prestigious photo for this, but why?

Hi hello, I'm Bridgette but most online call me Arcane (and have before it was cool) - I'm a queer person from KY in their 30s who has three dogs and loves photography.

If you like my photography work, you can support & follow me elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/bjonesphotography Most of my socials for photography are listed here!

The main stars of the blog are: Evie, the oldest, a bully breed mutt from a local shelter. > Evie passed away May 10th, 2024 from cancer. Astaroth, a red merle Australian Shepherd from a local breeder. Pazuzu, a red tri Australian Shepherd from the same local breeder. Moxie, a bully breed mix puppy from the local shelter, welcomed home late May 2024.

We also have cats, rodents, a jumping spider, a mantis, and a couple of crested geckos I may post from time to time.

My camera for the ~fancy~ photos is a Nikon D850. Primary lenses are an 85mm and a Sigma ART 35mm. Sometimes I upload pics from my iPhone as well but those are mostly just to get a glimpse into the cozy, domestic life we lead.

Asks and questions are always welcome re: photography or pet care. We are primarily a pet home, the most our dogs do is hiking with us. Me and my partner are both neurodivergent and mentally ill so the energy is low here at times. I sometimes go very long bursts without posting but we've been here since Evie was young and intend to stick around, even if it's just occasionally popping in!

Anyway, thanks for joining me on my dog and photography journey and I hope you enjoy the images posted here!

[aistoday]

Mountain Overlook, Bandarban

Just an old photo I felt like editing and uploading. The raw photo was already severely underexposed, so I decided to go for a moody and dramatic look. I shot it with the Sony A7 III and the Sigma 24-70 F2.8. I had the camera for a brief period before deciding it wasn’t the right camera for me. The pictures are great, and Sigma lenses are nothing short of art (get it?). But the ergonomics just…

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SIGMA lens review for Fujifilm

My review of SIGMA prime lenses for Fujifilm X Mount Camera system.

Introduction A month ago, I had received a couple of new prime lenses from SIGMA India to test it out for a few weeks and give them my feedback and review. SIGMA makes great third-party lenses for all the major camera brands that have interchangeable lens system. In the past, I had received a SIGMA 50mm prime lens for Canon for review too. That was a beautiful ‘Art’ series lens which gave very…

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Top Must-Have Gear for Stunning Wedding Films

Essential Gear for Wedding Filmmaking

Wedding filmmaking is a distinct and demanding field that necessitates a specialized array of tools and equipment to capture the true essence of the special day. With the proper gear, wedding filmmakers can deliver seamless, high-quality footage that narrates an engaging story. Equip yourself with the indispensable gear required for a triumphant wedding shoot. Gain insights from seasoned wedding filmmakers on the must-have tools and equipment that will guarantee smooth, high-quality wedding films.

Camera Equipment

The camera choice is crucial for any wedding filmmaker. A favored option among professionals is the Canon EOS R5, which boasts 45 megapixels, 8K video recording, and in-body image stabilization. Its high resolution is particularly beneficial for capturing the intricate details of a wedding day.

Renowned for its exceptional low-light performance and 4K video capabilities, the Sony A7S III is another dependable option for capturing beautiful wedding footage. This camera excels in dimly lit environments, such as indoor receptions and evening ceremonies, where natural light may be lacking.

For those who prefer a compact yet powerful camera, the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro is an excellent choice. With 6K resolution, a Super 35 HDR sensor, and a built-in ND filter, it offers greater creative control and versatility in various shooting conditions.

Lenses

No camera setup is complete without the appropriate lenses. The Canon RF 28-70mm f/2L USM is a versatile lens with a wide aperture, ideal for capturing candid moments and low-light situations. Its versatility makes it a staple for many wedding filmmakers.

The Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM is perfect for ultra-wide-angle shots, such as sweeping landscapes and group photos. These shots often capture key moments at wedding venues with scenic backdrops or large family gatherings.

For enchanting portrait shots with exceptional sharpness and beautiful bokeh, the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art is outstanding. It's a high-performance prime lens that can truly highlight the emotions and expressions of the couple on their special day.

Audio Equipment

Clear audio is just as important as high-quality video. The Rode Wireless GO is a compact wireless microphone system that ensures crystal-clear audio for interviews and speeches. Its reliability and user-friendliness have made it a favorite among wedding filmmakers.

The Tascam DR-10L is a compact digital recorder with a built-in lavalier microphone, perfect for discreetly capturing audio. It's particularly useful for hidden miking techniques during ceremonies and vows.

For more complex audio requirements, the Zoom H6 is a versatile portable recorder with multiple inputs for capturing high-quality audio from various sources, ensuring no precious moment goes unheard.

Stabilization and Support

Smooth, stable footage is essential for professional wedding films. The DJI Ronin-SC is a lightweight, three-axis gimbal stabilizer that ensures smooth footage during dynamic shots. It's an excellent choice for capturing fluid motion sequences, such as walking down the aisle.

A sturdy tripod like the Manfrotto 535 with a fluid head is necessary for static shots and achieving smooth pans and tilts. This equipment provides the stability needed for longer, stationary shots during ceremony coverage.

Additionally, the Peak Design Slide Lite camera strap is a versatile accessory, offering quick access and secure support during shooting. It's particularly beneficial for photographers who need to be mobile and ready to adapt quickly to different shot requirements.

Lighting Equipment

Proper lighting can significantly enhance the quality of wedding footage. The Aputure MC RGBWW LED Light Panel is a compact, portable light source that offers adjustable color temperature and brightness, making it suitable for various lighting conditions throughout the wedding day.

For handheld, battery-powered LED light, the Westcott Icelight 2 provides soft, diffused illumination. It's especially useful for quickly lighting up a subject without the need for complicated light stands.

For those on a tighter budget, the Neewer bi-color 480 LED video light kit is a budget-friendly option that offers adjustable color temperature and brightness. It's suitable for studio-like setups during pre-wedding preparations or interviews.

Accessories and Extras

Reliable accessories are often underestimated but crucial. A high-capacity memory card like the Sandisk Extreme PRO 1TB SDXC UHS-I Card is essential for capturing 4K and 8K footage. These high-speed cards ensure that you never miss a moment due to storage limitations.

For transporting and protecting camera gear, the Pelican 1510 Carry-On Case offers durability and watertight protection, making it a dependable choice for traveling filmmakers.

Lastly, the Think Tank Photo Airport Advantage Rolling Camera Bag combines portability with functionality, providing a compact, TSA-friendly solution for carrying essential gear.

Equipping yourself with the necessary gear for a successful wedding shoot is crucial for capturing high-quality footage that tells an engaging story. By investing in reliable camera equipment, lenses, audio gear, stabilization tools, lighting equipment, and accessories, wedding filmmakers can ensure a smooth and successful wedding film production.

#weddingfilmmaking #essentialgear #filmmaker #weddingvideography

Visit https://www.bloggerfy.ai to find more insights and tips for perfecting your wedding films.

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Stormfront Rejected (Pissing Themselves in Humilation)

German Trade Federation: Disney removed, for Warner Brothers.

Puerto Rican Navy: Jewish-Romalian, Larry David, creates Hamburger Helper, on television, begging for forgiveness.

Capcom Games: Megaman X, son of hunter of Whitey Bulger, faces own system, Montessori Sigma.

id Software: Doom too late, to help struggling students, Catholics, called "Christian" by enthusiasts; old uncle, Danny, "Subgenius", "Bob".

Dragonball: Kakarot, as Goku, the latter a slur, the former as same as "Freiza", American nuclear option.

AIDS Quilt: Own dystentary immunity, Tommy Lee, as Tommy Lee Jones, "Batman Forever", "Spider-Man" standup; removal of testicles, "Robocop" as directed by Paul Verhoeven.

UseNet Hentai: Jelly roll, Chinese-Korean, as having proven valor, through bust of Mossad Taiwan, as 9/11 attacks.

Rhode Island PD: Buddhist League, "James Knox Polk", as "Zoolander", Stiller Clan, as having removed optomitrist's spectrum, rape glasses as contact lenses, "better than perfect" vision.

Rhinoceros Party: Placement as drug, upon party, "People of Lot"; first romance, with North Korea, as "Rolento", Match of the Millenium MUCK; Rolento Schugerg, West Point Academy.

Orange Order: Hawaiian Naval Engineering, as catch of Osama Bin Laden, considered weak, for Kazakh, precongitive, Abu Bakr; Dead End, own volunteer, as Starscream; Scott Beamer, Swindle, as owner of Transformers; Optimus Prime; Saladin, with Osama, as Kup, Ghandhi.

Hell's Angels: High conference, of Rabbinical, as removed, through "Paste Pot Pete", Lansky.

Canadian Freemasons: Nixon Laird, as given to Northampton Nixon, five point Slayer spot as removed, instead of implanted; Slayer, ruled poor music, compared to Motorhead, thief of Scottish Cross, Kaisers.

GI Joe: Mercer, as the Billy, the Cobra Commander's son; full insurance intelligence on MetLife given, however through "Apples to Oranges", Prudential Life; "black ops", as "wet works", "slush funds"; all appropriations, now through arts, "James Bond 007".

Marvel Comics: USMC child molester, Rabbinical, by virtue of US Marine, as a child molester Catholic, having memorized issue, of own molestation; never having called historical figure, as investigated by Catholic priest, a frame from Orange Order, Zulus. Prison rape.

Northern Alliance Reagan: Marked as "loser" in warehouse, attending college, for transit of Marblehead Beach, to Taliban, victory over CVS poppy crops; instead, "Pom", terrorist market, in pomegranates, Afghan resistance. Karzai.

Ba'ath France: Saddam Hussein, as hung as if CIA, "Kakarot", Hopkinton Lodge, not "Goku", enemy of Freiza, "MI-6"; therefore, "Luke Stetson", as "Superman", running through woods forever, new model of cinema; sarcastic joke on accused, as hero in art. Contrary to Hitler and Goebbels, hero in art as favored.

Likud Dallas Wights: Cain, David Charlebois, as favored, however John Remby, as opposing; picking "John Doe" as self, for Whitey Bulger, FRG/IDF agent, with David Charlebois as "Grim Reaper"; Whitey Bulger executed as David Berkowitz, frame of veal at meal on Whitey Bulger, instead of Prodigal Son age 18, Temple. David Charlebois, raised Catholic. Whitey, raised Jewish.

United States Marine Corps Tourism Fund: Demand of Marines, for transgender operations, advertised by Robin Williams, Israeli Juden actor, slave owner, Confederate; against Edward Norton, German Nazi actor, freedom from thralldom, Emancipator. Those siding with Robin Williams, as slave owner, to be refused of court's reference, given media attention instead; media actor, as shamed.

United Health Associates: Dr. Golden, as blintzes and latkes man, claiming Israeli heritage, despite being Gestapo; own form of German ministering, oppsed by Donald Trump, siding with Israelis.

NORML: Spraying of weed, with Pinesol or Lysol or Hair Spray, however "Lemon Heads", same scent, puking if sprayed. The freedom of American weed dealers, and tree surgeons, to legalize marijuana, outside of Holland German interests, straight jacket of economists; any claiming otherwise, as raped, and wives relocated.

INTERPOL: Prostitutes' wives, and husbands, and blood of Christ, to be taken from common ampitheater of politics, "Batman"; children having seen Batman, in the nude, a Buddhist, causing school shootings for sharing of independent pornography; porn stars, as having received GHB, for survival in prison.

On Leong Tong: Taiwanese Triads, "Ghos Shadows", outed as David Carradine's death, and farts on food of clothing distributed through cuckold husbands; the John Hancock structure, dissolved, under Amway, revealing American politicians as serving Britain, to be crossdressers, in refused of Chinese women's rights and African musician's melodies

Unitarian Church: The refusal of marijuana and cannabis noted, in jobs and roles essential, the white collar; not the pink collar, as if nursing, a blue collar job with opium given by Israel; still hunted, by nurses and mental patients, to this day. " I Fuck Kids ".

MI-6 Windsor: Removal of laureates of disabled, crippled and removed of law given prosecutor; the murders of those endowed to Mossad, Musashi and Rohm, otherwise removed from precips, if calipers used on bones; falsely advising, children as rape victims, a house husband; "Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell".

Friends Stand United: Indebtment, to Robert Redford, from house busts on Halloween, massive rapes of Boston extra-range PD, for offering exorcisms as drugs, instead of attorneys at law, the refusal of Marvel and DC Comics and the Democratic Party; Boston police, revealed as racist for voting Democrat, Catholic African.

Wiccan Federation: The consumption of meat, as unethical given worker, however framed as others being slave labor; martial arts federations, outside of Papal Advocacy, the self; the crippling blow, as self-defense, instead of first strike, the murder of a physical arts fighter, especially a Marine.

Trump Organization: The sales of Sulla, to Barack Obama, however as John McCain, destroying entire Pyramid Structure sought by MI-6 and constructed by alien UFO briefings since 1990s, before George W. Bush. Obama, Trump, and Biden, revealed as fake

Mossad. Code of silence, Italian Mob blueprints of arrests, violated, to keep from Oath's Silence, Kapo, Capo, Captain, on John Gotti bust; supporting Friends Stand United and the Cottonmouth Kings, "Jewing' as wise finance, outside of "tips", Alcoholics Anonymous and Lids, an NYPD Hitler Youth investment.

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Kushata, 2021

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THE JOY OF GERIATRIC PHOTOGRAPHY :

I have found the ultimate *"Crip Camera"- a Nikon P1000. It is the World's largest 'point & shoot' camera with the size and weight of a D850 with a Sigma Art lens.

 I no longer possess the slender, easy-moving, contortion-abled body of my youth. My lungs are shot from 40 years of smoking to the point I run out of breath when doing hard-core critical thinking. I'm a rolly-polly fat fuck in a borderline diabetic, bursitis, and gout-infused physique. I walk like a cripple for maybe a hundred feet before I have to either sit down or fall down.

"Falling down" is NOT an option! 

With the "Crip Camera", I have versatility in a small package :

- one camera instead of two.

- one non-interchangeable lens, vice four interchangeable lenses.

- a seven by twelve over-the-shoulder pouch, vice an eighteen by thirty backpack that opens on the 'wrong end' to protect all that heavy gear from being ripped off while you're walking with it. 

This picture (of either a 172 or a 182) at the south end of the ramp was taken from the north end of the ramp at the "T" line by the restaurant.The lens was zoomed to a focal length of 180mm - the 35mm camera equivalent of 990mm. It is also the same spot where I took a picture of a father and daughter by the wingtip of an orange SGS 2-33 glider (hereto forever known as the "Great Pumpkin"). It will be uploaded after processing (editing). 

The next project will be how well the "Gimp" photographs airplanes that are taking off and landing - showing the propellers as actually turning, rather than every airplane doing a "dead stick" landing.

Apparent sharpness will be critical as well (sounds like something Yogi Berra would have said).

[sirfrogsworth]

What lenses do you use for photography? Got a favourite?

I'm actually rebuilding my lens collection at the moment. I sold all but one lens years ago in a very depressive state and I have been regretting it as I've begun taking photos again.

So I've been doing a lot of thinking about what I would need to do the kinds of photography I enjoy most.

I do a lot of product or still life photography which requires a lot of detail. Especially when I get into the close up and macro realm. So I have been considering doing all primes rather than zooms, since those tend to be sharper at lower price points. Sharp zoom lenses can get crazy expensive.

My first lens that a lovely follower gifted me was the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art lens. This will be my primary portrait lens. And I can throw some extension tubes on to get some near macro shots.

I also have a Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 lens. This is probably my favorite lens of all time. I call it my puppy lens. It was primarily what I used to capture photos of Otis. It only works on APS-C bodies, so if I upgrade to a full frame camera, I will have to replace it. Which I have mixed feelings about. It covers the 28-56mm range on a full frame body.

I want a wide lens for landscapes, so I was considering the Samyang 14mm F2.8.

And I want a proper macro lens at some point, and I'd like to have a more tele portrait lens, so the Sigma 70mm f/2.8 Art Macro lens could pull double duty.

Both are pretty affordable, especially used.

That would probably be all I need, but if I ever get my disability settlement figured out, I might look into a telephoto lens and maybe something in the 24mm range to fill in the gap between the 14mm and 50mm.

And if I ever come into a lot of money, I'd probably get the Sony A7R V with the holy trinity zooms. 16-35, 24-70, and 70-200.

Plus a macro lens... obviously. Laowa just released a macro lens kit that basically takes microscope objectives and mounts them on a camera. Those would be nuts to play with.

My 2 paragraph rule has gone completely off the rails.

[lightandmatter]

Sigma 50mm f/1.2 | ART Lens Announced for Sony and L-Mount

This morning, Sigma has announced a new fast “normal” focal length lens for Sony and L-mount mirrorless cameras: the 50mm f/1.2 | ART series lens. Unlike many recent Sigma lenses, this model is lightweight and compact; in fact, Sigma claims that it is the lightest lens in its class. The lens uses dual linear motors for fast and quiet autofocus, a manual aperture ring (with lock and de-click…