I realize that this is a 35mm prime lens but does anyone know how it compares with the 35mm with the Tokina 17-35mm zoom at 35mm?
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A prime lens will always have optimized optics for the focal length it is (because there is only one). A zoom will have to have compromises, even if minor, due to moving parts/optics/etc. I own a tokina zoom that is quite good, but second-tier lens makers can also have quality concerns compared to the major manufacturers. If you can actually resolve the optical issues (if any) is another issue. It's easy to find fault of a lens with a picture blown up to 100%+ on a big computer screen. Much tougher at practical sizes and print. So don't sweat it. That saiid, this is a marvelous lens with great optics and low-light capability in a reasonably compact size. Highly recommended.
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My guess is that the largest aperture with the tokina zoom @35mm is 2.8, versus 1.8 @35 mm with the Nikon. Also, this one is for a full frame camera (can also be used on a crop sensor)...Not sure if the Tokina is for both full frame or crop sensor. If it's just for a crop sensor you will get vignetting when placed on a full frame.
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A prime lens will always have optimized optics for the focal length it is (because there is only one). A zoom will have to have compromises, even if minor, due to moving parts/optics/etc. I own a tokina zoom that is quite good, but second-tier lens makers can also have quality concerns compared to the major manufacturers. If you can actually resolve the optical issues (if any) is another issue. It's easy to find fault of a lens with a picture blown up to 100%+ on a big computer screen. Much tougher at practical sizes and print. So don't sweat it. That saiid, this is a marvelous lens with great optics and low-light capability in a reasonably compact size. Highly recommended. A prime lens will always have optimized optics for the focal length it is (because there is only one). A zoom will have to have compromises, even if minor, due to moving parts/optics/etc. I own a tokina zoom that is quite good, but second-tier lens makers can also have quality concerns compared to the major manufacturers. If you can actually resolve the optical issues (if any) is another issue. It's easy to find fault of a lens with a picture blown up to 100%+ on a big computer screen. Much tougher at practical sizes and print. So don't sweat it. That saiid, this is a marvelous lens with... » Read More A prime lens will always have optimized optics for the focal length it is (because there is only one). A zoom will have to have compromises, even if minor, due to moving parts/optics/etc. I own a tokina zoom that is quite good, but second-tier lens makers can also have quality concerns compared to the major manufacturers. If you can actually resolve the optical issues (if any) is another issue. It's easy to find fault of a lens with a picture blown up to 100%+ on a big computer screen. Much tougher at practical sizes and print. So don't sweat it. That saiid, this is a marvelous lens with great optics and low-light capability in a reasonably compact size. Highly recommended. « Show Less
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That's strange I don't find mine to be extremely noisy at all. The loudest lens I've ever had was a 50mm 1.8 which was crazy loud!! The Tokina makes a little sound when focusing, nothing to go crazy over....
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Yes it is, I love my 17-40, I just wish it was f/2.8 but other than that is my go to lens. If I need to use only one lens for my camera is always this one. One difference is that I have a full frame camera (6D) so for a crop sensor camera like yours I will also look into the 10-22 one, if you ever plan to go for full frame camera then get this one. Hope this helps.
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Yes, is it worth it. My opinion is no. I actually returned my lens and purchased 3 primes for around the same price range. I had the lens for about 2 weeks and returned it for a 50mm1.8, 85mm 1.8 and 28mm 1.8 and do not regret it at all. Total for all 3 lens 1410.85. And I love them.
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Yes.. If I only had one prime it would be the 23mm because of the focal length. Very nice lens.
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I have owned both lenses, still have the 400 prime. It focuses faster and more accurately, is sharper and light. With good technique and the right settings on your camera the results are pleasing. I hated the push/pull zoom of the 100-400. The only thing I miss is the IS, but if you spend most of your time photographing birds in flight you don't use IS anyway. I bought it used for $1030 and it is a gem.
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There's no comparison. The 16mm with converter is as good a substitute as you will find, but cannot hold a candle to the Rokinon. The latter is better corrected across the frame, better designed (Samyang patent), and very, very sharp. But the 16mm gives you the equivalent of a 24mm on a 35mm format - which may be a more useful combination for some shooters. I have a 16-50 PZ that covers 16mm acceptably.
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I have both for my Pentax K-5iis. The 17-70mm practically stays on my camera as I find I need it for its macro abilities as well as the extra reach. I suggested it to a friend who owns a Nikon when she was ready to upgrade from her kit lens and she loves it. I don't feel like f/4 at the longer end of the 17-70mm is limiting for most of my images. I use it outdoors shooting various subjects and indoors at concerts every week. I use the 17-50mm mainly during school classroom events because of its f/2.8, but always wish it had more zoom.
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I never used the DA 35mm, f2.4 so I cannot make comparison between the two. I bought myself a DA 50mm f1.8 three month ago for shooting my girlfriend. At the beginning you will find it hard to focus on your target. However, when you get familiar with this len, you can shoot very beautiful picture. My girlfriend love the pictures I took for her. Since it has a relatively large aperture, a slightly move of your camera or your target after focusing will get you unfocused picture. It does not matter if you have a good control on this lens.
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the 20mm lens is a bit slower to focus but considerably sharper, I used them both with Cross Country action shots, and the 20mm blew the 17mm out of the photographic water so to speak.
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Do you mean fast as in how quick it grabs autofocus? If thats your question, i dont know about the 35 but this is pretty quick. If you were asking about the max aperture, well, this is a f/4 glass so its not as near as fast, but they re two totally different lenses for two different purposes.
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I haven't used the 35mm but i can assure you the image quality is better than the 50 f1.8 or the kit lens. This sigma will serve you well as a starter lens and actually shouldn't be something you immediately feel like upgrading. Primes are well and good if you are ready for them but zooms are better for starting out. if you test out different focal lengths you can find out what prime lenses will work best for you. you don't want to buy a 35mm just to find out you'd rather have a 24, etc.
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The "AF" after "Tokina" indicates the lens is autofocus. If you want an autofocus lens, just make sure it has "AF" in the description. All of the Tokina 10-17s I've ever seen are AF. I have the Canon mount version and it is definitely autofocus. The autofocus can be switched off, if you want to manually focus.
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The 85 is going to give you a tighter shot. I have the 35 and it is a beautiful lens. I would highly suggest Rokinon, great glass for the price!
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Image quality if very good and exceeds any other zoom I have at 28mm... but primes will generally outperform zooms at their given lengths. Also, the 28-300 shows significant distortion with edge softness at 28mm and will not perform well in low light, whereas the 28 1.8 is strong on both fronts. The 28 1.8 produces good and completely usable images at 1.8 and razor sharp images starting at 2.8 from my experience.
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The 35mm f1.4 is amazing. The photos I gets are out of this world. I'm saving now for the 56mm f1.2. Prime lenses are pretty much all I work with.
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The quality of a prime lens is always much better than the quality of a kit zoom lens. And since the kit zoom lens has a variable aperture you cant throw the background out of focus since the max aperture is 5.6 or 6.3 or a very wide depth of field. With a f1.4 lens (like this one) you can shoot in shade, or nighttime or darker areas that would be impossible to shoot in with the zoom unless you increase the ISO way up which will result in less noise. Dont rely on a zoom. Use your feet to get the shot and use a prime lens and it will make you a much better photographer. The pros all use prime lenses like this 35mm equivalent lens on their cameras for street shots. The quality of a prime lens is always much better than the quality of a kit zoom lens. And since the kit zoom lens has a variable aperture you cant throw the background out of focus since the max aperture is 5.6 or 6.3 or a very wide depth of field. With a f1.4 lens (like this one) you can shoot in shade, or nighttime or darker areas that would be impossible to shoot in with the zoom unless you increase the ISO way up which will result in less noise. Dont rely on a zoom. Use your feet to get the shot and use a prime lens and it will make you a much better photographer. The pros all use... » Read More The quality of a prime lens is always much better than the quality of a kit zoom lens. And since the kit zoom lens has a variable aperture you cant throw the background out of focus since the max aperture is 5.6 or 6.3 or a very wide depth of field. With a f1.4 lens (like this one) you can shoot in shade, or nighttime or darker areas that would be impossible to shoot in with the zoom unless you increase the ISO way up which will result in less noise. Dont rely on a zoom. Use your feet to get the shot and use a prime lens and it will make you a much better photographer. The pros all use prime lenses like this 35mm equivalent lens on their cameras for street shots. « Show Less