Sony 50mm F1.4 GM vs Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art

E-Mount shooters looking for a high quality 50mm prime will almost certainly be comparing the recently announced Sony 50mm F1.4 GM to the Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG Dn Art. Which is the better option? Chris took both these lenses to the Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show to find out.

Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store
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[GLAJMAN]

Ok...let's state the obvious. You just wanted to come to that boat and duck show. But you had to work in the office that day XD. They are both good, that's the review!

[houserhythm]

So the f1.4 GM is way more expensive than the Sigma f1.4 ($450 difference)
But the f1.2 GM isn't tht much more expensive than the f1.4 ($700 difference)

Guys, just decide how much is "a lot" or "not that much" but keep it consistent, at least during one video.

[funkmon]

I'm actually really impressed at how useful this place was for testing!

[Lugenco]

If only I knew about this coming... I bought the 50mm f1.2 GM only three months ago, I could have saved some money and space in the bag

[summonedfist]

I’m just hoping this helps drop the f1.2 in price but that 67mm filter thread is mighty appealing too!

[Max_Helbing]

Great video as always! Love those outdoor shows ^^. In Germany the price differenz is rediculous. Its 900€ for the Sigmar and 1800€ for the Sony. I know what I would go for.

[tombonifas]

Thanks Chris, another great video (as always) from DPReview TV. I already have the Sigma 50mm Art on order but this was a very nice "focus" on both. Additionally, I just found you on one of your other "channels" detailing, reviewing and advising on miscellaneous fly fishing gear. Good to see you there as well, being that is yet another interest of mine and what better way to gather additional insight than to follow a smart, concise, familiar face. Keep up the great work on both accounts.

[keving]

Great review and comparison,
the price difference is significant, but as much as This matters, for most of us who sell gear to buy more gear the RESALE value is a big deal. I hardly ever see it mentioned. One of the problems with "off brand" lenses is that the minute you buy the lens the resale value plummets.

I know that most reviewers don't seem to focus on RESALE value but it matters to > 80% of shooting professionals, this is how most upgrade their gear.

[.N.A.M]

Is there really a practical reason to purchase an f1.2 lens over an f1.4 lens? Realistically speaking, how often will someone be shooting with an f1.4 lens and think to themselves “this shot is impossible without a faster lens”? I know that certain *ahem* “influencers” in the online photography space will say that f1.2 is “more professional” and “a necessity, ” but I just don’t buy it.

For one, cost is a huge factor, and you are most definitely past the point of diminishing returns when considering an f1.2 lens. Also, I feel like where we currently are with mirrorless cameras, f1.2 lenses are attractive because there either isn’t another fast, standard option (Canon, Nikon), or because the pre-existing, first-party f1.4 lenses are outdated (Sony). Actually, now that I think about it, even back in the days of DSLRs, Canon’s faster primes were in a very similar situation. The 50 f1.2L was the obvious choice for those who were looking for a fast 50mm because of the more modern lens design. The 50mm f1.4 was over a decade older, and was behind in build quality and resolution because of that. I’m sure the 50mm f1.2L wouldn’t have been nearly as enticing if it had been released around the same time as the f1.4 lens.

[ScrattleGG]

6:30 What do you mean 153% of the price isn't that much more expensive LOL f1.2 vs f1.4

[PaulBawby]

A lens review at the Calgary outdoor and boat show... Chirs is combining two of his passions 🤣 👍👍

[safemode]

Another rock solid video guys, I wonder whose Idea it was to do the show ant the Calgary Boat and Outdoors show?🤔

[andyor]

You do a fantastic job on all your videos's, whether it's fly fishing or em coming ....!!!

[doublevgreen]

the pice difference in europ is much bigger. the sigma is 950€ and the sony 1850€. i think the sigma is the clear winner in europe, unless you have infinite money. i dont think beeing slighty smaller and optically slightly better justifies paying twice as much.

[MarcoAries]

Looks like you had a great time shooting this video!
Gotta say, the Sony wide open is pretty impressive.

[FerventAstronomy]

Lol, Chris definitely had fun with this location eh?

[dalejones]

Great review as always, but your statement that the Sony f1.2 isn't that much more than the Sony f1.4 left me scratching my head. The f1.2 is $700 more than the f1.4 and $1, 150 more than the Sigma!

[MaverickChristian]

6:27 to 6:36 - "Isn't that much more expensive" What? $1, 999 versus $1, 299 is quite a difference!

[jasonswitzer]

Can you guys do a comparison of the Sony GM 50 1.2 vs 1.4? Thanks!

[andrewh]

The bigger question is how does it compare to the lens it theoretically replaces in the Sony line up, the Sony 50mm f/1.4 zeiss.