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Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 Contemporary

GeorgeHudetz said:
Yeah, it's a tank. It won't be a "walk around" lens. I'll only use it when I want to bring home the best possible imagery, i.e., when I get up pre-dawn to record the sunrise someplace special, etc.

I did just take delivery of the 70-200/2.8 S-Pro, and it, as well, is a stunner. And a tank. Walk-around will be the 70-300.
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Well at least you can cancel the gym subscription
 
Well, I caved, and picked up the Lumix S 18mm F1.8 to partner with the 28-70mm. A bit bigger than the 18-40mm or Siggy 17mm F4, but everything I've seen come out of it looks really good. Should have it early to mid next week, quite looking forwards to having a play around with it.

Edit -I think another good little combo would be the Lumix S 18mm, 26mm and 50mm. Not too bulky or heavy.
 
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Markuswelder said:
Well, I caved, and picked up the Lumix S 18mm F1.8 to partner with the 28-70mm. A bit bigger than the 18-40mm or Siggy 17mm F4, but everything I've seen come out of it looks really good. Should have it early to mid next week, quite looking forwards to having a play around with it.

Edit -I think another good little combo would be the Lumix S 18mm, 26mm and 50mm. Not too bulky or heavy.
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Congrats! Post some pictures in a new 18/1.8 thread. That one was long on my list as well instead of the 28-70, but I think I would not use it often enough to warrant the investment.
 
RuleOfThirds said:
Congrats! Post some pictures in a new 18/1.8 thread. That one was long on my list as well instead of the 28-70, but I think I would not use it often enough to warrant the investment.
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Yeah I will for sure. I'll also sneak in for the sales tax refund on it as I'll be leaving the country within 60 days of purchase. Another nice little 10% bonus on top of the 15% eBay sale code (bought it on the local bricks and mortar website) stacked on top of the 10%off shop sale. Quite a good little 25% saving. Main reason I jumped on it to be honest, as it brings it down to $1020 Aus which is a pretty smashing deal in my book
 
Yesterday took some pictures to compare between 50 1.8 and 28-70, difference are subtle within the same aperture... I probably was a bit closer with the Sigma, even at 2.8 and a bit further away, the Lumix 50 has better bokeh, less nervous. But I guess won't bring both lenses with me on a walk.
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  • Panasonic - DC-S5M2
  • LUMIX S 50/F1.8
  • 50.0 mm
  • ƒ/1.8
  • 1/640 sec
  • Pattern
  • Auto exposure
  • ISO 100

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  • Panasonic - DC-S5M2
  • LUMIX S 50/F1.8
  • 50.0 mm
  • ƒ/2.8
  • 1/250 sec
  • Pattern
  • Auto exposure
  • ISO 100
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  • Panasonic - DC-S5M2
  • 28 - 70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021
  • 50.0 mm
  • ƒ/2.8
  • 1/320 sec
  • Pattern
  • Auto exposure
  • ISO 100
 
And some more from my test Magnolia tree :cool:
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  • Panasonic - DC-S5M2
  • 28 - 70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021
  • 35.0 mm
  • ƒ/2.8
  • 1/2000 sec
  • Pattern
  • Auto exposure
  • ISO 100

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  • Panasonic - DC-S5M2
  • 28 - 70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021
  • 50.0 mm
  • ƒ/2.8
  • 1/1600 sec
  • Pattern
  • Auto exposure
  • ISO 100

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  • Panasonic - DC-S5M2
  • 28 - 70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary 021
  • 28.0 mm
  • ƒ/2.8
  • 1/2000 sec
  • Pattern
  • Auto exposure
  • ISO 100
 
Today I picked up the camera and noticed slow focussing on 70mm, and a rattling focus motor noise... I decided to contact the seller (2nd hand with warranty) and will ship this lens back. Although I liked the weight and 2.8, and the image quality, I'm not so sure about the build quality... or is it normal and I just didn't notice it before ? It only does this on the 70mm end, not at 28.
 
RuleOfThirds said:
Today I picked up the camera and noticed slow focussing on 70mm, and a rattling focus motor noise... I decided to contact the seller (2nd hand with warranty) and will ship this lens back. Although I liked the weight and 2.8, and the image quality, I'm not so sure about the build quality... or is it normal and I just didn't notice it before ? It only does this on the 70mm end, not at 28.
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Some kind of internal fault or damage, maybe some gearing that doesn't connect properly at 70mm. First time I've heard of that problem with this lens but returning it is the way to go, although I wouldn't worry about getting another copy as long as it comes with a guarantee.
 
I'd buy a new one. That way you know it hasn't been dropped, kicked, beaten, or otherwise abused. They're not expensive brand new. Mine's 15 months old now, I take it mountain biking, travelling, hiking, water skiing and so on, still looks like new. And works like new. As I'd expect.
 
Today I got a call from the seller, who took the lens to Sigma personally, as he also heard the focussing noise, but Sigma told him that the noise/problem was within tolerances. Anyway, the seller offered me my money back, so I took it. And I'm thinking to wait for a Sigma discount deal and buy one new with 5 year warranty. In the short time I had this lens, I took wonderful pictures with it, and really liked it.
 
The current round of Sigma discounts just came out and they don't include the 28-70/2.8 unfortunately, but they have done in the past, so I'm sure it will come around again.
 
I could only find it available at amazon and one other retailer... all others have no stock at all...might there be a new version II on the horizon ? It is after all a 4 years old design.
 
I don't think they would invest the time in a new version at this point, I think Sigma will be too busy with other projects to widen the scope of lenses they offer.
 
Jonathan-Mac said:
I don't think they would invest the time in a new version at this point, I think Sigma will be too busy with other projects to widen the scope of lenses they offer.
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I'm not so sure, the 24-70 also had a update recently
 
Nevyn72 said:
I'm not so sure, the 24-70 also had a update recently
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I think that's because it's an Art lens, and probably the most important of them, and was lacking the aperture ring that many expect on such a lens these days. The lack of aperture ring is a real downside for me.
 
Another thing that might slow down future updates to the 28-70mm, is that it's sort of a starter lens to the f2.8 zoom range. Not one of the more premium, higher end versions that more Pro type users would jump to update.
 
I ordered a new one today, with 5 year warranty.

But still torn whether to go for the new 24-70/2.8 and trade-in my 24-105. The 24-70 has almost the same weight (+60g) compared to the 24-105. After receiving my new 28-70 (couple of days) I have a 30 day return policy. 24-70 II has now a €150 Sigma cashback promotion, making the difference €300. €849 vs €1149.
 
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