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Brand | Sigma |
Focal Length Description | 35 mm |
Lens Type | Wide Angle |
Compatible Mountings | Nikon F (FX) |
Camera Lens Description | 35 millimetres |
About this item
- 35mm focal length, 52.5mm equivalent focal length on APS-C cameras, 56mm equivalent focal length on Canon APS-C cameras
- F1.4 maximum aperture; F16 minimum, This model is compatible with all current Nikon cameras (both DX and FX)
- Ring-type ultrasonic-type AF motor with full-time manual focusing
- 67mm filters,0.30m/11.81" minimum focus. Maximum Magnifications-1:5.2. Angle of View-63.4º
- Available in Canon EF, Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha, Sigma SA mounts. Please refer the User Manual which is in the Product Box before use.
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Picture quality | 4.2 | — | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.1 |
Auto focus | 3.8 | — | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.8 |
Quality of material | 4.4 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.3 |
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lens type | Wide Angle | Standard | Standard | Standard | Wide Angle | Wide Angle |
compatible mountings | Nikon F (FX) | — | Nikon F | Nikon F (DX) | Nikon 1 | Canon EF |
lens design | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime |
focus type | Auto Focus | Manual Focus, Auto Focus | Auto/Manual | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Ring-type ultrasonic |
minimum focal length | 35 millimeters | 35 millimeters | — | 30 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 35 millimeters |
max focal length | 35 millimeters | 35 millimeters | — | 30 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 35 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 35 millimeters | 35 millimeters | 20 millimeters | 30 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 35 millimeters |
real angle of view | 63.4 degrees | — | 94.5 degrees | 50.7 degrees | 84.1 degrees | 63.4 degrees |
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35mm F1.4 DG HSM | A
Our True Flagship
The Sigma 35mm 1.4 DG HSM is a state of the art lens designed for full frame cameras but can also be used with APS-C sensors as well. The first addition to the Art category in Sigma’s Global Vision, the 35mm 1.4 DG HSM includes new features based around a unique lens concept and design. The 35mm is a staple focal length in the world of photography, and paired with Sigma technology, this lens can take artistic expression to the next level. The lens is equipped with technology including a Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM), floating internal focusing system, SLD and FLD Glass elements. The HSM ensures quiet, high speed, accurate autofocusing while the floating focusing system allows for superior optical performance with subjects at a closer shooting distance. The SLD glass elements along with the FLD glass elements, which are equal to fluorite, help correct both axial and chromatic aberration. The large 1.4 aperture make it ideal in low light and the lens is compatible with the Sigma USB dock and Optimization Pro software to adjust and fine tune focusing parameters. The Sigma 35mm 1.4 DG HSM is a must have for any camera bag.
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 77mm x 94mm /3in x 3.7in
Weight: 665g / 23.5oz.
USB Dock Compatibility
Sigma has developed special software (SIGMA Optimization Pro) that can update the lens firmware and adjust parameters such as focus.
About Sigma
Since 1961, and with the recent introduction of Sigma Global Vision, we have worked toward one single, simple goal: To hold ourselves to the highest standard of design & manufacturing of imaging products. Photography is all we do. And it’s all we’ve done. So you can rest assured that it’s something we know extensively and care deeply about. You have a vision. We’ve made it our mission.
- High speed with large aperture
- HSM (Hypersonic motor) and inner focusing system
- Accessories include: Lens Hood (LH730-03), carrying case
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Sigma 35mm F1.4 Art DG HSM Lens for Nikon. Since 1961, and with the recent introduction of Sigma Global Vision, we have worked toward one single, simple goal: To hold ourselves to the highest standard of design & manufacturing of imaging products. Photography is all we do. And it’s all we’ve done. So you can rest assured that it’s something we know extensively and care deeply about. You have a vision. We’ve made it our mission.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 3.7 x 3.03 x 3.03 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.47 pounds |
ASIN | B00A35X8ZG |
Item model number | 340955 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #634 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 7, 2012 |
Manufacturer | SIGMA |
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Customers like the quality, sharpness, and value of the lens. For example, they mention it's an excellent lens for the price, and the bokeh is outstanding. Some appreciate the autofocus, depth of field, and fit. That said, some complain about the focus issues and the weight.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention that the sharpness is great, the bokeh is outstanding, and the quality is stunning. The lens has given them beautiful images in the short time frame they have had it. The bokh is reasonably soft and pleasing without looking harsh. Overall, customers say it's a well-built lens that balances nicely at the end of their D800E.
"...Therefore, the Sigma is absolutely a keeper. It is a well-built lens that balances nicely at the end of my D800E. It focuses quickly and accurately..." Read more
"...It's firm movement...not sloppy and very controlled. Another person said the manual focus switch felt like a toy...I think it feels perfect...." Read more
"...Cost is 50% less, build quality is fantastic, sharpness is incredible and outshines Canon and Nikon's counterparts, and it takes images that look..." Read more
"...Works well on a DX camera too. I originally used mine on a D7000. I couldnt justify paying $600+ for an only-acceptable-quality DX-only lens...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the lens. They mention that it's sharp for things in focus, incredible, and razor sharp from f/1.4 all the way through. The finish is excellent and the lens is sharp in the corners and isn't susceptible to CA. In focus is really good, and the image gets even more sharp at f2.0.
"...I truly loved the Canon L lens. It is very sharp from f/2.0 (peaks in sharpness at f/4.0-f/5.6), has great color and contrast, and little..." Read more
"...Now that it's dialed in...wow. f/1.4 is really sharp but it gets really REALLY sharp at f/1.8 and f/2...." Read more
"...Cost is about 1/2 the Nikon equivalent. Sharpness is incredible. Microcontrast is superb and bokeh appears smoother and better than Canon and Nikon...." Read more
"...At f2.0, the image gets even more sharp, and at f4.0- f5.6, it is at its sharpest...." Read more
Customers generally like the value of the camera lens. They say it's an excellent investment, and well worth the hefty price. Some mention that the lens is a little heavy, but it'll be worth the weight when it comes to performance.
"...Otherwise, why would you choose anything else? Cost is 50% less, build quality is fantastic, sharpness is incredible and outshines Canon and Nikon..." Read more
"...This lens is definitely worlds above the Nikkor and 100% worth the extra expense...." Read more
"...DPreview review on this is right. A well made, optically excellent lens for less money...." Read more
"...It is pricey but when you look at the market it's pretty reasonable for what you're getting...." Read more
Customers like the autofocus of the camera lens. They say it focuses extremely fast and very accurately. They also mention that the lens focuses quickly and quietly, and that its build quality is robust. Customers also appreciate the stellar performance and the smooth focus ring.
"...well-built lens that balances nicely at the end of my D800E. It focuses quickly and accurately, and I love its slick, black machined look...." Read more
"...Fast focusing and sharp!" Read more
"...The lens focuses quickly and quietly (at least in some part due to what it's attached to)...." Read more
"...The quality is stunning. Only downside is the somewhat slow autofocus. The lens is sturdy and the carrying case provides great protection...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the depth of field of the lens. They mention that it allows for great shots, the clarity of the images is stunning, and the bokeh is nice. The lens is great for taking pictures of things that are close to you, and is even better for doing portraits. The resolution of the pictures is great, and they always come out spot on.
"...The colors, the depth of field, the range...." Read more
"This lens is amazing! Bokeh, clairity, super wide aperture... Everything is amazing! I have this as my standard lens on my Nikon D7000 now...." Read more
"...But in the middle ranges of the f settings, you can achieve quite wide depth of field...." Read more
"...This lens is even better for doing portraits. The bokeh is creamy and smooth wide open at f/1.4, and the subject is always razor sharp...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the lens. They say it has a very wide aperture, the DOF is super narrow, and the bokeh is reasonably soft and pleasing. The lens is larger and heavier but faster and sharper, and it fits snugly to their D750. The build is great and the autofocus works quickly. It's perfect for larger group shots and is sharp even wide open.
"...The lens is better than all 35mm lenses I have used. It is sharp wide open and just gets sharper as the lens is stopped down...." Read more
"...It's a really great focal length and it's a lot of fun to use. People say it's heavy but they must be used to all plastic kit lenses...." Read more
"...Fit and finish is excellent and the lens is sharp in the corners and isn't susceptible to CA or other artifacts of less expensive lenses...." Read more
"UPDATE: I ended up returning it. It was just too big and heavy. If I had a studio and/or assistants to deal with it and other gear, I'd keep it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the weight of the camera lens. Some mention that it's larger and heavier but faster and sharper, so the size isn't. They like the added weight, saying that it gives a very solid and sturdy feel. However, others say that it weighs more than their camera and it will take their hands some time to adjust to it.
"...It's not going anywhere. It's also made out of a slightly thicker plastic than the Nikon lens hoods...." Read more
"...It is heavy. Like sticking a brick on the end of your... brick. If you have twig arms and no muscles, I warned you.*..." Read more
"...Focusing is silent and quick. Quality of the lens is solid and not plastic feeling...." Read more
"...It is heavy, but like I alluded to before "heavy/tank" does not mean high quality...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the lens. They mention that it does not focus correctly, has autofocus issues, and front-focussing. The lens also has back-focus issues and does not work at an f stop. Some customers also report that the focus has become soft and difficult to nail, and has missed focus on several shots.
"...However, the lens is not perfect. It produces horrible chromatic aberration, and is rather soft wide open...." Read more
"...1. Autofocus is not the best: Occasionally, the lens will not lock focus, especially when it is too bright or there is not enough contrast in the..." Read more
"...HOWEVER, A BIG NEGATIVE. Missed focus! I've had more than several shots misfocus. I absolutely am positive it is not from technique...." Read more
"...Nikon mount: My lens front focused. I confirmed this by building an impromptu front/back focusing rig on my dinner table...." Read more
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Build quality is actually really good compared my Nikon lenses. It has a different finish than the Nikon. The Nikon has that splattered paint type of finish where the Sigma is smooth black. It still feels really good. People have commented on focus ring issues but mine feels great. I think it's a little tighter than my Nikon lenses but in a good way. It's firm movement...not sloppy and very controlled. Another person said the manual focus switch felt like a toy...I think it feels perfect. No different than my Nikon lenses. The base of the lens is metal as well so it's strong there. One item I'm really happy about is the lens hood which I always use for protection as I don't use lens filters. The lens hood on my 85mm just doesn't lock into place and it's annoying. The 35mm lens hood twists on solid and has a big notch when it locks into place. It's not going anywhere. It's also made out of a slightly thicker plastic than the Nikon lens hoods. The difference is that when you set the camera down, it's all quiet. Setting the camera down with a Nikon lens hood on and you can hear it. Thinner plastic that somehow resonates the sound. It definitely feels cheaper than the Sigma.
Finally, the bokeh. Oooohhhh the bokeh. Extremely creamy and gorgeous. Some of the best bokeh I've ever seen. You won't be disappointed with it!
Overall I'm extremely happy with this purchase. If I didn't already have my Nikon 85mm lens, I'd absolutely go for the Sigma 85 Art lens.
Build quality is actually really good compared my Nikon lenses. It has a different finish than the Nikon. The Nikon has that splattered paint type of finish where the Sigma is smooth black. It still feels really good. People have commented on focus ring issues but mine feels great. I think it's a little tighter than my Nikon lenses but in a good way. It's firm movement...not sloppy and very controlled. Another person said the manual focus switch felt like a toy...I think it feels perfect. No different than my Nikon lenses. The base of the lens is metal as well so it's strong there. One item I'm really happy about is the lens hood which I always use for protection as I don't use lens filters. The lens hood on my 85mm just doesn't lock into place and it's annoying. The 35mm lens hood twists on solid and has a big notch when it locks into place. It's not going anywhere. It's also made out of a slightly thicker plastic than the Nikon lens hoods. The difference is that when you set the camera down, it's all quiet. Setting the camera down with a Nikon lens hood on and you can hear it. Thinner plastic that somehow resonates the sound. It definitely feels cheaper than the Sigma.
Finally, the bokeh. Oooohhhh the bokeh. Extremely creamy and gorgeous. Some of the best bokeh I've ever seen. You won't be disappointed with it!
Overall I'm extremely happy with this purchase. If I didn't already have my Nikon 85mm lens, I'd absolutely go for the Sigma 85 Art lens.
The story is very different at 35mm. I have owned the Nikon 35mm 1.8G, Samyang/Rokinon 35mm 1.4, and the Canon 35mm 1.4L. The Canon dominates the 1.8G, and from what I hear, is better than Nikon's 1.4G. The Samyang/Rokinon is close to the Canon--perhaps even sharper wide open--, but it's manual focus, and I strongly prefer AF for focal lengths greater than 24mm. I truly loved the Canon L lens. It is very sharp from f/2.0 (peaks in sharpness at f/4.0-f/5.6), has great color and contrast, and little vignetting above 1.8. I have used the lens as a walk-around lens, for street photography, and for taking photos in museums. It was great for this last purpose, because I could get sharp, vibrant, shots without using a flash. However, the lens is not perfect. It produces horrible chromatic aberration, and is rather soft wide open. Of course, all fast lenses are soft wide open, right?
NO! The Sigma 35mm is sharp at all apertures. I purchased the Sigma to use with my D800E because I always use a 35mm prime (see above) in my photography. However, I wasn't willing to pay the tariff for the Nikon 35mm 1.4 especially since its reviews were so-so at best (it's softer than the Canon wide open but sharper than Canon by f/5.6). Given the Sigma's bargain price and its good reviews, I purchased a copy. I have not been disappointed. The lens is better than all 35mm lenses I have used. It is sharp wide open and just gets sharper as the lens is stopped down. The color and contrast is on par with the Nikon 85mm ( basically, amazing). Vignetting is well-controlled, only noticeable wide open. More importantly, CA, unlike the Canon L, is well controlled. It simply isn't a problem.
The only knock on the Sigma is the quality of its bokeh. Some have complained that it is particularly harsh. Well, it is no match for the 85mm lenses (few lenses are), but it is no worst than the bokeh that any of the other 35mm lenses produce (I haven't tested the Zeiss version, and I hear that the Nikon 1.4 is very good, but not as good as an 85). My Nikon 1.8G produced the worst bokeh. The Sigma and Canon L are close in bokeh quality. For me, this isn't a problem. Bokeh is not that important to me at this FL (it is at 85mm and above!), and I have yet to find the background blur for this lens distracting.
Therefore, the Sigma is absolutely a keeper. It is a well-built lens that balances nicely at the end of my D800E. It focuses quickly and accurately, and I love its slick, black machined look. It just looks very professional. At its price, it is an absolute bargain. It will spend a lot of time at the end of my camera.
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As someone who's been using Nikon lenses and refused to touch 3rd party optics for years, this "little" guy made me believe Sigma is stepping up their quality game.
Now, focus knows to be a bit sluggish in the dark, and overall this lens is not super fast in that regard. Nothing that made me miss a shot but still worth mentioning.
Price is right here, considering Nikon's 35mm 1.4 pricing is almost double the Sigma.
One thing to note, after doing some tests on Nikon's D700 I've noticed purple fringe/color cast in grey areas of the image. BUT ONLY when RAW image is proccesed in Lightroom with Nikon's Camera Standard look. It's weird, if the file is left at default Adobe Standard process, purple color cast is gone. This makes me think it's something wrong with this Camera/Lens combo. Or, it could be on the software side as well.
Sigma and Nikon's D810 and D4 performed as expected and prduced sharp images with great color rendering.
C'est un peu disgracieux de dire que c'est un objectif "à tout faire" mais c'est pourtant le cas. Quel plaisir en plein format de jongler entre les photos de paysages, de portraits, voir même de macros sans changer d'objectif. Cette focale fixe est merveilleuse, elle redonne la liberté sans sacrifier à la qualité.
En ce qui concerne ce sigma 35mm f1.4 :
-La qualité de fabrication est excellente et donne confiance. L'objectif est très imposant et lourd, certains aiment, d'autres pas, je dirais peu importe tant qu'il est solide et qu'il fait le boulot.
- Et le boulot il le fait très bien, sa grande ouverture permet de photographier en toute circonstance sans utiliser de flash et d'avoir des photos douces et lumineuses. Et même à f1.4 le piqué est présent au centre de l'image de façon honnête. Dès que vous fermez un peu (rien qu'à f1.8-2) le piqué devient uniforme. Le bokeh est doux et agréable.
- J' émet une réserve sur le réglage de l'autofocus, même si l'objectif est "peu cher" face à ses concurrents, je trouve scandaleux de devoir acheter un dock à 60 euros pour régler l'autofocus. Je ne suis pas technicien et je n'ai pas que ça à faire de faire des dizaines d'essais et de réglages pour avoir le focus au bon endroit.
Je préfère que le caillou coûte 60 euros de plus et qu'il arrive chez moi bien réglé !
Je n'ai pas acheté ce dock, J'ai activé le réglage fin de l'autofocus de mon d750 à +17 et le problème semble réglé.
C'est un peu désagréable de bidouiller sur un équipement de ce niveau. Je n'enlève pas d' étoile car j'ai réussi à régler le problème assez rapidement.
Pour le reste je le recommande vivement, pour son prix contenu, sa grande qualité de fabrication et les images magnifiques qu'il produit. La photo de papillon est prise à f2 (sans bonnette macro ni aucun autre équipement) montre à quel point les images sont précises et lumineuses à grande ouverture et le bokeh doux et progressif.
Reviewed in France on May 21, 2016
C'est un peu disgracieux de dire que c'est un objectif "à tout faire" mais c'est pourtant le cas. Quel plaisir en plein format de jongler entre les photos de paysages, de portraits, voir même de macros sans changer d'objectif. Cette focale fixe est merveilleuse, elle redonne la liberté sans sacrifier à la qualité.
En ce qui concerne ce sigma 35mm f1.4 :
-La qualité de fabrication est excellente et donne confiance. L'objectif est très imposant et lourd, certains aiment, d'autres pas, je dirais peu importe tant qu'il est solide et qu'il fait le boulot.
- Et le boulot il le fait très bien, sa grande ouverture permet de photographier en toute circonstance sans utiliser de flash et d'avoir des photos douces et lumineuses. Et même à f1.4 le piqué est présent au centre de l'image de façon honnête. Dès que vous fermez un peu (rien qu'à f1.8-2) le piqué devient uniforme. Le bokeh est doux et agréable.
- J' émet une réserve sur le réglage de l'autofocus, même si l'objectif est "peu cher" face à ses concurrents, je trouve scandaleux de devoir acheter un dock à 60 euros pour régler l'autofocus. Je ne suis pas technicien et je n'ai pas que ça à faire de faire des dizaines d'essais et de réglages pour avoir le focus au bon endroit.
Je préfère que le caillou coûte 60 euros de plus et qu'il arrive chez moi bien réglé !
Je n'ai pas acheté ce dock, J'ai activé le réglage fin de l'autofocus de mon d750 à +17 et le problème semble réglé.
C'est un peu désagréable de bidouiller sur un équipement de ce niveau. Je n'enlève pas d' étoile car j'ai réussi à régler le problème assez rapidement.
Pour le reste je le recommande vivement, pour son prix contenu, sa grande qualité de fabrication et les images magnifiques qu'il produit. La photo de papillon est prise à f2 (sans bonnette macro ni aucun autre équipement) montre à quel point les images sont précises et lumineuses à grande ouverture et le bokeh doux et progressif.
The first copy of this lens I received was back focusing horrifically. I did all the usual tests, after initially noticing it wasn't sharp where I was pointing focus. And no, it wasn't user error just because it's a 1.4, like Sigma will try to make you believe! It was off, by a significant margin, so I sent it back to the supplier. They contacted Sigma, who told them, to tell me, the customer, to wait for them to check it out. Well, I wasn't having that and requested a new copy or a refund. fair play to the store for seeing it my way and sending on a new copy, they will deal with Sigma on the other.
Anyway, now that I have a decent, proper focusing version, I can say that all the reviews around the net are bang on! It really is a gem of a lens. It's nice and weighty, being a 1.4, without being over-sized. It balances really well on the D800E, and looks the part too. Sigma have got their new look right, with lovely sleek lines, smooth polished steel, discreet markings, and the hood snaps into place definitively - the hood also has a rubber seal, which is a nice touch. Though the lens itself does not have sealing near the mount, shame ... but considering the price difference between this and the Nikon 35 1.4, we'll let that slide.
So how does it perform? Admirably. It's sharp on focus point at 1.4, and stopped down to f/2 and beyond is as sharp as you'd like. there is strong vignetting wide open, but where the vignetting is, is going to be OOF/bokeh anyhow, and it's easily corrected in LR. There is no profile for this model in LR4 currently, but I found that sigma 24-70 is close enough, with minor manual adjusting. Vignetting has mostly gone by f/2.8 and the lens continues to sharpen right through to f/8. The perfect portrait/street/general purpose lens IMO, and even good for landscape.
If you could only have one lens in your bag at all times, you could do a hell of a lot worse than choosing this.
Just test when you get yours, and make sure it's a good copy.
Reviewed in Canada on January 11, 2023