Sigma US launched a $30 rebate on their two Micro Four Thirds lenses:
The 19mm f/2.8 lens at Amazon US , Adorama and BHphoto.
The 30mm f/2.8 lens at Amazon US, Adorama and BHphoto.
Reminder for “older” Four Thirds user: List of Four Thirds Sigma lenses (Click on link to see them on eBay):
[shoplink 18947 ebay]Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18948 ebay]Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18948 ebay]Sigma 18-50mm f/3.5-5.6[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18949 ebay]Sigma 18-125mm f/3.5-5.6[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18950 ebay]Sigma 24mm f/1.8[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18951 ebay]Sigma 30mm f/1.4[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18952 ebay]Sigma 50mm f/1.4[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18953 ebay]Sigma 50-500mm f/4-6.3[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18955 ebay]Sigma 55-500mm f/4-5.6[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18956 ebay]Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18957 ebay]Sigma 105mm f/2.8[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18958 ebay]Sigma 135-400mm f/4-5.6[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18959 ebay]Sigma 150mm f/2.8[/shoplink]
[shoplink 18960 ebay]Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6[/shoplink]
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We don’t need any other lens makers, because Sigma runs rings around every other lens ever made, including any made by Leica, Zeiss or Schneider.
Right, and what about the sub-par quality control and lousy build quality that Sigma is famous for?
Maybe 5 years ago, but now they are pretty good – like most lens manufacturers
Ummm….that is in the past. Have you seen this jewel that Sigma can’t keep stocked because it is one of the best lenses currently available?
http://www.sigmaphoto.com/product/50mm-f14-dg-hsm-a
The problem they had was sample variation. The new CEO completely revamped the factory investing in machines with lower tolerances. So what you mention is the past. The new lenses are much higher previsions. In fact they are among the best, for much smaller prices. Sigma makes money simply because it can offset investment across systems, not because they skimp.
To an extent that’s true. But, take into consideration the 50mm 1.4 ART. It’s clearly lacking in areas such as contrast and bokeh rendition- all for the sake of all out sharpness. They use more elements in more groups and thus less precissionary optics to achieve that one quality. Is it an exceptional lens? No doubt. But I think the quality is a bit overhyped at the moment. You are definetly right about the revamp- less risk with Sigma these days.
Crazy talk
I got the previous version of both of these lenses for $199 total on sale. Both are very sharp, very fast focusing lenses
This is not a deal – shop around and you can get easy match this price.
Also – don’t forget the 60mm f2.8 – now that is a bargain @ $170
Where is that deal? 60mm @ $170?
Here’s a few examples:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sigma-60mm-f2-8-DN-MFT-Micro-Four-Thirds-Olympus-Panasonic-Art-Series-SILVER-/201133969828?pt=UK_Lenses_Filters_Lenses&hash=item2ed484d1a4
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sigma-60mm-F2-8-DN-Art-lens-micro-4-3rds-fit-Mint-boxed-with-caps-hood-and-case-/271544350748?pt=UK_Lenses_Filters_Lenses&hash=item3f394df81c
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sigma-60mm-f2-8-DN-Art-/221477212304?pt=UK_Lenses_Filters_Lenses&hash=item3391121090
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sigma-60mm-f2-8-DN-MFT-Micro-Four-Thirds-Olympus-Panasonic-Art-Series-Black-/111386114560?pt=UK_Lenses_Filters_Lenses&hash=item19ef213a00
The question is whether US cutomers also had these prices, natively in US stores.
All Apple products are always already cheaper than what we pay in €, if we just take a look at the US prices. But if we would get those prices converted to €, it would be a deal for us. 😉
For a moment I thought you are refering to F2.8 Macro
I’ve had the 19mm since version 1.0 (same optical design, different casing) for my G1. It’s a nice, quick lens that’s sharper and faster than the kit lens, and less than half the price of the Panny 20/1.7 (which was out of stock when I was looking to buy). Kind of a no-brainer for a small normal prime if you don’t want to pay $440.