Smooth AF ideal for video shooting The combination of optical design for video AF and use of the stepping motor enables smooth and quiet autofocus. The lens is also compatible with the Sony E-mount Fast Hybrid AF, achieving precise AF tracking. By using the face recognition or eye AF functions of cameras, focus will continuously be on the face or the eyes even if the subject moves during the shot. High-precision, rugged brass bayonet mount The brass mount combines high precision with rugged construction. Its rugged surface and enhanced strength contribute to the exceptional durability of the lens. Mount with dust- and splash-proof construction The mount features a unique sealing to make the lens an excellent choice in a wide variety of conditions. Impressively compact construction with image quality rivaling SIGMA's Art line. To achieve such a compact construction, lens design is considered based on the strengths of the camera body function to correct peripheral light amount and distortion. In addition, axial color aberration, which is difficult to eliminate by image processing, is corrected by incorporating an SLD glass element. Overall, a compactness and lightweight construction combined with superb image quality is achieved.
Smooth AF ideal for video shooting The combination of optical design for video AF and use of the stepping motor enables smooth and quiet autofocus. The lens is also compatible with the Sony E-mount Fast Hybrid AF, achieving precise AF tracking. By using the face recognition or eye AF functions of cameras, focus will continuously be on the face or the eyes even if the subject moves during the shot. High-precision, rugged brass bayonet mount The brass mount combines high precision with rugged construction. Its rugged surface and enhanced strength contribute to the exceptional durability of the lens. Mount with dust- and splash-proof construction The mount features a unique sealing to make the lens an excellent choice in a wide variety of conditions. Impressively compact construction with image quality rivaling SIGMA's Art line. To achieve such a compact construction, lens design is considered based on the strengths of the camera body function to correct peripheral light amount and distortion. In addition, axial color aberration, which is difficult to eliminate by image processing, is corrected by incorporating an SLD glass element. Overall, a compactness and lightweight construction combined with superb image quality is achieved.
Smooth AF ideal for video shooting The combination of optical design for video AF and use of the stepping motor enables smooth and quiet autofocus. The lens is also compatible with the Sony E-mount Fast Hybrid AF, achieving precise AF tracking. By using the face recognition or eye AF functions of cameras, focus will continuously be on the face or the eyes even if the subject moves during the shot. High-precision, rugged brass bayonet mount The brass mount combines high precision with rugged construction. Its rugged surface and enhanced strength contribute to the exceptional durability of the lens. Mount with dust- and splash-proof construction The mount features a unique sealing to make the lens an excellent choice in a wide variety of conditions. Impressively compact construction with image quality rivaling SIGMA's Art line. To achieve such a compact construction, lens design is considered based on the strengths of the camera body function to correct peripheral light amount and distortion. In addition, axial color aberration, which is difficult to eliminate by image processing, is corrected by incorporating an SLD glass element. Overall, a compactness and lightweight construction combined with superb image quality is achieved.
Smooth AF ideal for video shooting The combination of optical design for video AF and use of the stepping motor enables smooth and quiet autofocus. The lens is also compatible with the Sony E-mount Fast Hybrid AF, achieving precise AF tracking. By using the face recognition or eye AF functions of cameras, focus will continuously be on the face or the eyes even if the subject moves during the shot. High-precision, rugged brass bayonet mount The brass mount combines high precision with rugged construction. Its rugged surface and enhanced strength contribute to the exceptional durability of the lens. Mount with dust- and splash-proof construction The mount features a unique sealing to make the lens an excellent choice in a wide variety of conditions. Impressively compact construction with image quality rivaling SIGMA's Art line. To achieve such a compact construction, lens design is considered based on the strengths of the camera body function to correct peripheral light amount and distortion. In addition, axial color aberration, which is difficult to eliminate by image processing, is corrected by incorporating an SLD glass element. Overall, a compactness and lightweight construction combined with superb image quality is achieved.
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Sigma 56 mm f/1.4 AF DC DN Lens for Canon EF-M X Mount, Mirrorless
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This lens elevates the Canon M system. Whether you photograph people, cars, or objects, this lens will make your subject stand out against a soft blurred background. The bokeh is impressive. In fact, I'd argue that this elevates photos from the M system to something closer to Canon's full frame mirrorless cameras. It stands out as the best lens in my M system collection. I'd still like to get the Canon 32mm for my M6 Mk II. I think this lens is distinct enough from the 32mm that one can own both. Use the Sigma 56mm for portraits. Use the Canon 32mm for all-around landscape photography and some macro.
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This lens makes a great addition to my group of fast prime lenses and does everything I wanted for portrait work, especially in back lighting where I have not found any problems with flare. Sharpness and contrast are impressive, at least as good as my other Fuji primes. I can't compare it with the Fuji f/1.2 lens, but at roughly half the price it is a great investment. As for form, fit, and function, it makes a wonderful package with the small X-S10 as well as the X-T4 since the weight and size blend well. The finish is different than Fuji lenses, but somehow I find it more comfortable. Of course, it lacks an aperture ring, but I have gotten used to using the front dial on both Fuji and Nikon cameras for this so it seems perfectly natural for aperture priority mode.
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Hard to beat for the money, and sadly puts the old Fuji 56mm F1.2 to shame, at least in terms of performance/image quality.Overall, it focuses much more reliably than my Fuji 56mm, especially in low light, and it's also silent while doing it (vs. the loud/grindy sound of the Fuji). That translates to better tracking in CAF modes, and more shots in focus for things like couples walking down the aisle at weddings, etc. (Racking focus isn't that much quicker compared to the Fuji 56mm, but given that it's not confident/accurate, the speed isn't useful).Image quality is also better when shooting wide open compared to the Fuji, at least in my experience. My copy of the Fuji 56mm is pretty soft at F1.2 (especially at closer distances), and doesn't really sharpen up ... MoreHard to beat for the money, and sadly puts the old Fuji 56mm F1.2 to shame, at least in terms of performance/image quality.Overall, it focuses much more reliably than my Fuji 56mm, especially in low light, and it's also silent while doing it (vs. the loud/grindy sound of the Fuji). That translates to better tracking in CAF modes, and more shots in focus for things like couples walking down the aisle at weddings, etc. (Racking focus isn't that much quicker compared to the Fuji 56mm, but given that it's not confident/accurate, the speed isn't useful).Image quality is also better when shooting wide open compared to the Fuji, at least in my experience. My copy of the Fuji 56mm is pretty soft at F1.2 (especially at closer distances), and doesn't really sharpen up considerably until around F2. Conversely, the Sigma is sharp right from F1.4, and the difference in bokeh/background blur between F1.2 vs. F1.4 is minimal (as is the 1/3rd stop of light).
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This lens elevates the Canon M system. Whether you photograph people, cars, or objects, this lens will make your subject stand out against a soft blurred background. The bokeh is impressive. In fact, I'd argue that this elevates photos from the M system to something closer to Canon's full frame mirrorless cameras. It stands out as the best lens in my M system collection. I'd still like to get the Canon 32mm for my M6 Mk II. I think this lens is distinct enough from the 32mm that one can own both. Use the Sigma 56mm for portraits. Use the Canon 32mm for all-around landscape photography and some macro.
This lens makes a great addition to my group of fast prime lenses and does everything I wanted for portrait work, especially in back lighting where I have not found any problems with flare. Sharpness and contrast are impressive, at least as good as my other Fuji primes. I can't compare it with the Fuji f/1.2 lens, but at roughly half the price it is a great investment. As for form, fit, and function, it makes a wonderful package with the small X-S10 as well as the X-T4 since the weight and size blend well. The finish is different than Fuji lenses, but somehow I find it more comfortable. Of course, it lacks an aperture ring, but I have gotten used to using the front dial on both Fuji and Nikon cameras for this so it seems perfectly natural for aperture priority mode.
Hard to beat for the money, and sadly puts the old Fuji 56mm F1.2 to shame, at least in terms of performance/image quality.Overall, it focuses much more reliably than my Fuji 56mm, especially in low light, and it's also silent while doing it (vs. the loud/grindy sound of the Fuji). That translates to better tracking in CAF modes, and more shots in focus for things like couples walking down the aisle at weddings, etc. (Racking focus isn't that much quicker compared to the Fuji 56mm, but given that it's not confident/accurate, the speed isn't useful).Image quality is also better when shooting wide open compared to the Fuji, at least in my experience. My copy of the Fuji 56mm is pretty soft at F1.2 (especially at closer distances), and doesn't really sharpen up ... MoreHard to beat for the money, and sadly puts the old Fuji 56mm F1.2 to shame, at least in terms of performance/image quality.Overall, it focuses much more reliably than my Fuji 56mm, especially in low light, and it's also silent while doing it (vs. the loud/grindy sound of the Fuji). That translates to better tracking in CAF modes, and more shots in focus for things like couples walking down the aisle at weddings, etc. (Racking focus isn't that much quicker compared to the Fuji 56mm, but given that it's not confident/accurate, the speed isn't useful).Image quality is also better when shooting wide open compared to the Fuji, at least in my experience. My copy of the Fuji 56mm is pretty soft at F1.2 (especially at closer distances), and doesn't really sharpen up considerably until around F2. Conversely, the Sigma is sharp right from F1.4, and the difference in bokeh/background blur between F1.2 vs. F1.4 is minimal (as is the 1/3rd stop of light).
This has quickly become a favorite lens of mine. It does well in portraits with the fast aperture allowing for smooth and pleasant bokeh with good subject isolation. It's a sharp lens throughout the whole frame at higher apertures and is still quite good wide open. The build quality is excellent and is a mix of metal and high quality plastics and rubber and maintains a premium feel overall. The focus ring is dampened well and turns smoothly. The lack of an aperture ring did not bother me at all, which I thought it might. Readjusting to using the front dial was very easy and is now my preferred way to shoot. The lens hood is also particularly good and well made it's easy to attach and isn't made of brittle cheap plastics like some other lens hoods I've used.
The whole second tier of vendors designing and manufacturing lenses, the Sigmas, the Rokinons, do a splendid job I think, in practical terms of producing not just serviceable gear, but equipment that stands up to the first tier of brands – mainly the camera manufacturers and heritage brands of optics, like Zeiss. This lens does what I bought it for: to shoot with. It's sharp, the auto-focus is responsive, the contrast and flatness of field meet my needs. I've been shooting, professionally and for personal fine art projects, for over 50 years, and I've used my share of premium optics. It's rare that bargain designs don't at all at least come close to measuring up. Especially if I keep the lenses I use off the optical testing bench.This lens works for me in producing ... MoreThe whole second tier of vendors designing and manufacturing lenses, the Sigmas, the Rokinons, do a splendid job I think, in practical terms of producing not just serviceable gear, but equipment that stands up to the first tier of brands – mainly the camera manufacturers and heritage brands of optics, like Zeiss. This lens does what I bought it for: to shoot with. It's sharp, the auto-focus is responsive, the contrast and flatness of field meet my needs. I've been shooting, professionally and for personal fine art projects, for over 50 years, and I've used my share of premium optics. It's rare that bargain designs don't at all at least come close to measuring up. Especially if I keep the lenses I use off the optical testing bench.This lens works for me in producing large format high-resolution prints on archival printers good enough for exhibition. I don't bother myself about how it may be soft around the edges (literally or figuratively). This is intended for practical use, not for lab analysis.The fit and finish are on a par with Zeiss and Sony kit I own, probably made of far more durable materials, but not detectably in the Sigma, which has mass and heft and, new at least, works smoothly and tightly as expected: for focus, for fitting and removing to the body. Being used primarily with the Sony a6600. It's a wonderful combination.
Plastic-y and light, but solidly made. The focus ring is nice and big, smoooooth, and precise, with zero detectable hysteresis, so it's an absolute delight to focus manually - even wide open at f/1.4. Easily my best lens for manual focus. At f/1.4, it is very sharp, with slight degradation in the corners detectable if you pixel peep and stare hard enough. It's an amazing lens on my EOS M6 II. Autofocus is fast - faster than any of my native lenses (for stills focusing; I don't do much video). My only wish is that the 0.5 meter minimum focus distance was a bit smaller, but that's a minor nit compared to the apparently high quality of this lens and all its other great attributes. On the fence about buying it? Don't be. Sigma really knocked this one out of the park.
I have a numbers of very sharp full-frame lens. When mounted on full-frame cameras, the APS-C lens simply can not compete in sharpness. When I did a test shot with the sigma 56mm, I compared the result to my sigma 85 art full-frame lens, a benchmark at this focal length. I am shocked to find the sigma 56mm is impressively sharp even compared to the 85 art, a feeling I have never had before with any other APS-C lens. While the 85 art still produce images with better atmosphere and less distortion, I don't take it out frequently due to the size and weight. The big size and weight advantage of the sigma 56mm lens means it will be used much more often. In my case, it will certainly produce more nice portraits than my 85 art. Another thing, the lens has a nice build ... MoreI have a numbers of very sharp full-frame lens. When mounted on full-frame cameras, the APS-C lens simply can not compete in sharpness. When I did a test shot with the sigma 56mm, I compared the result to my sigma 85 art full-frame lens, a benchmark at this focal length. I am shocked to find the sigma 56mm is impressively sharp even compared to the 85 art, a feeling I have never had before with any other APS-C lens. While the 85 art still produce images with better atmosphere and less distortion, I don't take it out frequently due to the size and weight. The big size and weight advantage of the sigma 56mm lens means it will be used much more often. In my case, it will certainly produce more nice portraits than my 85 art. Another thing, the lens has a nice build quality with premium feeling.
I've used these lenses for a video shoot with my Panasonic GH5 and my results were gorgeous, if not stunning. I know these praises are normally used for lenses costing $4,000.00 each but, believe me, these Sigma lenses really deliver. I used them in an available light situation indoors, with only faded, yellowish, recessed, ceiling fluorescent lighting and was very concerned about my resultant image quality. When I arrived home, I reviewed my footage on a 4K monitor and my videos were sharp, clear and realistic with fantastic color rendition. I didn't even have to set up one supplemental light source. This three kens kit is a must for videographers. True, these lenses focus by wire but with constant practice or non moving shots you will not be disappointed. No ... MoreI've used these lenses for a video shoot with my Panasonic GH5 and my results were gorgeous, if not stunning. I know these praises are normally used for lenses costing $4,000.00 each but, believe me, these Sigma lenses really deliver. I used them in an available light situation indoors, with only faded, yellowish, recessed, ceiling fluorescent lighting and was very concerned about my resultant image quality. When I arrived home, I reviewed my footage on a 4K monitor and my videos were sharp, clear and realistic with fantastic color rendition. I didn't even have to set up one supplemental light source. This three kens kit is a must for videographers. True, these lenses focus by wire but with constant practice or non moving shots you will not be disappointed. No regrets whatsoever on this purchase.
This is one of the sharpest, well built lenses you can buy. This is my go to lens. I use this for Broll and portraits. You pair it with the 16mm and you can create some amazing content. I recommend this lens to EVERYONE that wants a fast high quality prime lens. Works great with my GH5 and BMPCC4k. You can get nice and close for macro type shots and the AF is pretty snappy with the DFD although it does not do as good as my Panasonic native lenses. It can hunt and the IOS can give it some funny movement sometimes shooting at 1.4 but if you back it down it works just fine. The lens is sharp from edge to edge in all f stops. It is sharper than my Voitlander 42.5 f0.95 and I use this lens over it all the time. This is also my preferred lens for product and food photography.
I have an XT3 and XT-20 and purchased the Sigma 56 1.4 about 2 weeks ago. Other than a missing aperture ring and a 1/2 stop, for half the cost of the Fuji 56mm 1.2, the Sigma 56 1.4 will give it a run for your money. I had the original Fuji 56 1.2 and sold it a year ago. For my use, the Sigma is a better and more fun lens. It is sharper than the Fuji, faster focus, smaller, and lighter. The color rendering and contrast are about the same with way less purple fringing when using wide open. An aperture ring would have been nice but I don't really miss it. This is a keeper. Thank you B&H for getting this lens out to me so quickly.
