Sigma 35mm F1.4 Art DG HSM Lens for Nikon

This thing is a BEAST. Ive been longing to purchase a full frame f1.4 prime for the longest time but I couldnt decide which to purchase. There was the Sigma 50mm 1.4 Art and the Nikon 35mm 1.4. I tried out both and they were just amazing but I was leaning towards the 35mm focal length. However, I just couldnt justify the $1400+ price point. I then discovered this. This. This is what dreams are made of. I immediately ordered this bad boy and as soon as it arrived, I slapped it onto my D810 and BOOM! Amazing photos. The color. The contrast. The BOKEH. OMG. Ive been missing out for so long. This lens is by far the best investment in photography I have ever made. The nicest, most solid piece of metal and glass you will ever purchase. If any fan-boi snob comes up to you, calling you a peasant for purchasing 3rd party glass, dont mind him. Because hes a fool. This lens is truly a work of "ART."

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I purchased this back in August of 2016 and I didnt want to right a review until I had used it for over a year. After reading review after review there was a lot of people who stated they had focusing issues and other that stated theirs worked fine. It was so hard to press that buy button but I tried it out and crossed my fingers. At first it was hard getting used to a prime lens all over again. You cant just sit there and zoom, you have to move your whole body to get closer. I have it paired with my Nikon D750 and I have yet to take it off to replace it with a different lens. I have had a few focusing issues but nothing I couldnt fix. After a year of using it I decided to calibrate it and its right back to where it was before. I would say a year of using it without very many issues is quite impressive. I have actually had more issues with my other Nikon lenses I have had in the past than the Sigma Art. Dont let other reviewers scare you away from this lens. Give it a shot and dont forget to buy the dock along with it. There are updates to the firmware time to time so its always great to have it on hand when you need it. Also when you do calibrate it, calibrate the lens to your camera body as well.

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I am in love with this lens. Way better than I had imagined. This has easily become my top two lens (this and my 70-200mm) and I am sorta kicking myself in the tush for not purchasing it sooner. Like with all your lenses, make sure you calibrate it to each of your bodies to make sure the focus is perfect (which if youre new to photography, sounds super complicated but it is easy- watch some youtube videos).

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I would have never dreamed of purchasing a Sigma lens before the Art series. Previous Sigma lenses Ive shot with seemed junky and cheap. This lens is a beautiful, heavy duty lens that performs very well. Color reproduction is good, glass is good and it syncs flawlessly with my Nikon D750. I also have the Sigma USB dock just in case I need to update software or adjust the focus but from my tests it was setup perfectly when it arrived. Bokeh is fantastic and subjects stand out perfectly when that background is butter soft and melting away. Sharpness is very good. I love prime lenses and this one and my Nikon 50mm 1.4 are my go to lenses for most of my shooting. I shoot a lot of portraits; kids, families, small weddings... and this lens seems to be pretty flattering in those respects. It is pricey but when you look at the market its pretty reasonable for what youre getting. I feel like this can be a lifetime lens like a lot of the good Nikon and Canon lenses because of the build quality and how rugged it feels. Only time will tell but Im happy now!

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What a lens!!!! It is so sharp - focus works well (do calibrate the lens however - my copy needed +11 on micro adjustment) The attached calibration image was shot at F1.4 - did I say it was sharp? At F1.8 it becomes a razor blade. Construction is very solid (it is quite heavy!) Once again - amazing lens.

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This is a great lens. The performance at 1.4 is good but stopped down lower it becomes absolutely amazing. Ive been shooting with a D800E and the sharpness is great and bokeh is outstanding if thats your thing. The build quality is exceptional even though the largely plastic construction may put some off. The plastics used seem to be very dense and of high quality. The focus ring moves very smoothly and offers just the right amount of resistance to control well. My only complaint is that for a fixed 35mm this lens is exceptionally heavy. When attached to a bulkier Nikon body it isnt too bad but I can imagine people hooking this up to small or mid-sized bodies and getting annoyed that their camera is now a clumsy flail when slung around the neck while maneuvering through crowds or terrain.

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I was scared. Investing in a new lens, as a photographer, is always a jump, especially when you stray from your beloved name brand. This is by far, one of the best lenses I own. The colors, the depth of field, the range. Whether Im shooting close quarters indoors, portraits in the woods at golden hour, my son in the backyard, or adventuring in the desert, I reach for this baby every. time. Theres a comfortable weight and build, giving a very solid and sturdy feel. The lens fits snug to my D750, and together, the three of us can accomplish anything. Make sure you take the time to fine-tune her to your body. Shes a little touchy when you shoot wide open. If youre not comfortable taking advantage of the f/1.4 capability, this may not be the lens for you.

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Using this with my Nikon D810, and it is such a spectacular performer. Very fast focus, with pristine clarity. It has reinvigorated my love of photography, and is a beautiful compliment to the D810. I like the added weight, and the frame is solid. I had no problems with focus or performance right out of the box. I wanted to test it out before getting the USB dock, and for now, its not required.

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Quality of this lens is top notch - I finally have a portrait lens to add to my collection. The Bokeh is fantastic and one of the first things I noticed shooting with it for the first time. One word of caution - when doing portraits just be aware this lens will pick up every detail of a persons face or other subject - its that sharp. Perfect portrait lens with a tight depth of focus - subjects further away on poor lighting conditions are not this lens strong points but maybe I just need to spend more time with the lens to work out some of this. Ill update my review after I spend a few more months with it.

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I absolutely love this lens! Im a professional photographer and was looking for a Sharp 35 mm lens! Havent used my other lens since I purchased this one! Worth every penny

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