I wonder how this 50mm f2 and the 50mm 1.4 compare to the old sony Zeiss 55mm 1.8 in terms of sharpness? I'm interested in edge to corner performance because I often frame things to the edges. I own the 55mm. Is it an upgrade? Or should i get the sigma 50mm 1.4 dg dn for the upgrade. Or are they all very close for IQ across the frame? (I will eagerly await the definitive review) Context - I use 50mm primes in some low light concert photography hence framing to the edge with subject. I usually shoot f2 or smaller to have some DOF. I also like having the smaller size, with my current walk around combo of sigma dg dn 35 f2 and 55mm f1.8 Zeiss for walk around. I opted for the 35mm f2 for size rather than the 1.4 version. I am considering the new 50mm 1.4 dg dn for corner sharpness but lately I've been using the Tamron 35-150mm for concert, so the internal dialogue keeps returning to the size. I am happy to lose a stop but not edge sharpness and don't want to double up if the 55mm 1.8 Zeiss is very close.
If you are shooting at F2 or smaller already, then this lens will be plenty sharp for your needs while also being small and discrete. It sounds like you are a good candidate for it.
I just purchase a used Sigma FP L and I'm trying to decide on the 50mm F2 DG DN or the 65mm F2 DG DN. I get the feeling the 65mm might be optically superior after watching and reading your r your review. Is this the case or am I grasping at straws? By the way, your informative videos and website are second to none. Thank you for that!!
I would say that I liked the 65mm a bit more, but it is largely because of the slight bit more compression (thus softer bokeh) that I saw from it. There's not a big enough difference to total rule one or the other out, so I would buy according to which focal length best suits your needs.
the build quality of the Samyang can't compare (at all), but it does have very lovely rendering. I would say I prefer the "look" of images from the Samyang, though the Sigma is technically better and is definitely nicer built.
Confusing they decided to release a 50 after a 45. I'm still so tempted to get a second hand loxia 50 to go with the 35, but this really does look so good.
There is a difference in focal length and aperture, obviously, and Sigma has bifurcated this iSeries into two halves - one with a slightly larger aperture, larger size, and higher end options, while the others are ultra-compact and have smaller maximum apertures to accomplish that.
There is a weather sealing gasket at the lens mount, but no internal seals. I know what you're saying, though. Sigma started with this formula and has stuck with it even though the standard of expectation for weather sealing has definitively increased.
Great lens, but with options like the YOngnuo 50 DF DSM, it's hard to justify double the price for almost the same performance. Sigma really should've put full weather sealing in the i-series to distinguish it from the rest of the competition.. I do like the visuals of the line up though.
@@DustinAbbottTWI maybe I got a lucky unit. Compared it to the Zeiss 55 and they were equal in sharpness across the frame but the YNG has much better controlled CA. I’m also just on 24MP though, so that might be a factor.
If I didn’t have the Sony 50 2.5 (bought on your recommendations Dustin, and I love it) I would probably buy this one. Circular lens hood looks so good too
The Sony 50GF2.5 has declickable aperture ring, rated for full burst rates for the faster alpha cameras, smaller and lighter, and also fully weather sealed. The Sigma i series has rubber gasket at lens mount, but lacks all round weather sealing. Overall, I still prefer the Sony G lenses.
Great review - very informative and nicely paced. Thanks Dustin!
Glad it was helpful!
I wonder how this 50mm f2 and the 50mm 1.4 compare to the old sony Zeiss 55mm 1.8 in terms of sharpness?
I'm interested in edge to corner performance because I often frame things to the edges. I own the 55mm. Is it an upgrade? Or should i get the sigma 50mm 1.4 dg dn for the upgrade. Or are they all very close for IQ across the frame?
(I will eagerly await the definitive review)
Context - I use 50mm primes in some low light concert photography hence framing to the edge with subject. I usually shoot f2 or smaller to have some DOF. I also like having the smaller size, with my current walk around combo of sigma dg dn 35 f2 and 55mm f1.8 Zeiss for walk around. I opted for the 35mm f2 for size rather than the 1.4 version.
I am considering the new 50mm 1.4 dg dn for corner sharpness but lately I've been using the Tamron 35-150mm for concert, so the internal dialogue keeps returning to the size. I am happy to lose a stop but not edge sharpness and don't want to double up if the 55mm 1.8 Zeiss is very close.
If you are shooting at F2 or smaller already, then this lens will be plenty sharp for your needs while also being small and discrete. It sounds like you are a good candidate for it.
As soon as i know (and the sony Homepage) the 50 F2.5 dont support focus breathe compensation (sadly)
It may not yet, but it very likely will in the future. This is still a relatively new feature.
I just purchase a used Sigma FP L and I'm trying to decide on the 50mm F2 DG DN or the 65mm F2 DG DN. I get the feeling the 65mm might be optically superior after watching and reading your r your review. Is this the case or am I grasping at straws? By the way, your informative videos and website are second to none. Thank you for that!!
I would say that I liked the 65mm a bit more, but it is largely because of the slight bit more compression (thus softer bokeh) that I saw from it. There's not a big enough difference to total rule one or the other out, so I would buy according to which focal length best suits your needs.
great review, Dustin!
Glad you enjoyed it
Great review as usual and awesome lens.
Thanks! 👍
Great review.
Between Samyang 45/1.8 and Sigma 50/f2, which one would be your pick considering Samyang costs a lot less.
the build quality of the Samyang can't compare (at all), but it does have very lovely rendering. I would say I prefer the "look" of images from the Samyang, though the Sigma is technically better and is definitely nicer built.
@Dustin Abbott Thank you. I'm getting 45/1.8 to go along with 75 and 135.
Samyang has definitely raised the bar in terms of value for money.
Confusing they decided to release a 50 after a 45.
I'm still so tempted to get a second hand loxia 50 to go with the 35, but this really does look so good.
Tho this 50 f2 makes more sense than the 45 f2.8.
There is a difference in focal length and aperture, obviously, and Sigma has bifurcated this iSeries into two halves - one with a slightly larger aperture, larger size, and higher end options, while the others are ultra-compact and have smaller maximum apertures to accomplish that.
what a gorgeous cat 🙀😄
She really is. She's a Bengal
I just place an order on this lens, thank you very much. Just out of couriosity, may you put it vs the Voigt 50 mm f2?.... :)
Unfortunately I don't have access to either lens at the moment, so no VS episode planned.
I'd love to see you review the Sigma 17mm F4, especially with comparisons to the Samyang 18mm F2.8!
That review is in the works right now.
Dustin, I think Image Gallery link is not a correct, as it opens up a f1.4 version and not f2
It's been fixed. Thanks for the heads up.
What’s the deal with no weather sealing?
There is a weather sealing gasket at the lens mount, but no internal seals. I know what you're saying, though. Sigma started with this formula and has stuck with it even though the standard of expectation for weather sealing has definitively increased.
Great lens, but with options like the YOngnuo 50 DF DSM, it's hard to justify double the price for almost the same performance.
Sigma really should've put full weather sealing in the i-series to distinguish it from the rest of the competition.. I do like the visuals of the line up though.
I'm not at all convinced that the Yongnuo is "almost the same performance". I don't disagree on the weather sealing point, though.
@@DustinAbbottTWI maybe I got a lucky unit. Compared it to the Zeiss 55 and they were equal in sharpness across the frame but the YNG has much better controlled CA. I’m also just on 24MP though, so that might be a factor.
@@anonymus8760 if you compared both on 24mp no it doesn't make a difference
If I didn’t have the Sony 50 2.5 (bought on your recommendations Dustin, and I love it) I would probably buy this one. Circular lens hood looks so good too
Agreed. I would still give the Sony the overall nod...particularly if you do some video work, too.
@Dustin Abbott Thank you.
@@DustinAbbottTWIyou prefer the Sony 50mm 2.5G over this?
The Sony 50GF2.5 has declickable aperture ring, rated for full burst rates for the faster alpha cameras, smaller and lighter, and also fully weather sealed. The Sigma i series has rubber gasket at lens mount, but lacks all round weather sealing. Overall, I still prefer the Sony G lenses.
I wish to have it compared to the sony f2.5. Sigma may be sharper.
It's possible. I just don't have the time to do that comparison right now. I've got about 8 lenses that I'm currently reviewing.
I mad at sigma I got the 65mm version and now a 50mm comes out is like a kick in the teeth
The 65mm is a very nice lens, though.
The 65 is one of the Sharpest Lens on sony its better than the 50
Really looking forward to the full review if you do one. I'll check your website, it has always been one of the best out there.
Here you go: dustinabbott.net/2023/04/sigma-50mm-f2-dg-dn-c-iseries-review/
Just so you know, the link for the text review in the description goes straight to the Sigma 50mm 1.4
It's been fixed. Thanks for the heads up.