Canon 50mm f1.4/Sigma 50mm f1.4: If I chose the Canon, could anyone suggest what other accessories I need to purchase (filters, lens hood, etc.)?
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Sigma, 1) Like the build and larger glass, 2) Sharp!, 3) Great focus, 4) Delivers like a lens that should cost double than the price.
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I've looked over the offerings found in a number of package deals and found the vast majority of them included lots of no-name accessories of dubious quality for premium prices. I'd highly recommend avoiding packages deals unless they contain brand name accessories that DON'T include a 75-300mm or 28-90mm Canon lens.Just get the camera with the included lens. Its a good deal.
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Two totally different lenses. I wouldn't even try messing with the 100mm macro for portraits, but the 50mm 1.4 is one of the best portrait lenses you can get for a cropped camera like yours. Caveat - I haven't tried non-Canon branded lenses.
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Actually, I'm merely guessing on the focal length from your inquiry about the 17-55mm. Your choice will depend on how much reach you actually need.Some suggestions:At $80, the Canon 50mm f1.8 is very inexpensive with pretty good optics and a wide aperture. Focusing may be too slow for your needs but its so cheap it might be worth a try.The Canon 50mm f1.4 adds fast USM focusing and somewhat better optics.The Canon 85mm f1.8 is a good choice if you need more reach.The Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM get pretty good ratings and is a good choice if you're fairly close or need a wider view. Actually, I'm merely guessing on the focal length from your inquiry about the 17-55mm. Your choice will depend on how much reach you actually need.Some suggestions:At $80, the Canon 50mm f1.8 is very inexpensive with pretty good optics and a wide aperture. Focusing may be too slow for your needs but its so cheap it might be worth a try.The Canon 50mm f1.4 adds fast USM focusing and somewhat better optics.The Canon 85mm f1.8 is a good choice if you need more reach.The Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM get pretty good ratings and is a good... » Read More Actually, I'm merely guessing on the focal length from your inquiry about the 17-55mm. Your choice will depend on how much reach you actually need.Some suggestions:At $80, the Canon 50mm f1.8 is very inexpensive with pretty good optics and a wide aperture. Focusing may be too slow for your needs but its so cheap it might be worth a try.The Canon 50mm f1.4 adds fast USM focusing and somewhat better optics.The Canon 85mm f1.8 is a good choice if you need more reach.The Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM get pretty good ratings and is a good choice if you're fairly close or need a wider view. « Show Less
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You must buy a 58mm lens cap because the original one only fits the 52mm lens that is on the Canon SX50. But, with the 58mm UV filter on there really isn't any good reason to place a lens cap over it. A major reason to have the UV lens is to protect the camera's lens and it does. I have had several cameras and never used the lens cap -- only a UV filter to protect the camera lens. Hope you enjoy thye great Canon SX50. It is amazing with its 50x magnification.
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I personally think that he'd benefit more from purchasing the nifty fifty (50mm f1.8) to cover that range, and then also buy the 100mm f2.8. Honestly there is not a huge difference in terms of image quality between the 50mm f1.8 and the f1.4. The f1.8 does have trouble focusing in dark conditions, but for the price (and for a beginner) it is a great option and it leaves your budget open to get another lens.
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Yes James, as long as you decide what mm size you want to use! I prefered the 58mm adapter ring, this info is available in the Canon online operaters manual! Just make sure you specify the camera number (SX50 HS) when ordering any after market devices!! PS: You may already have 52mm (or other) lenses from another camera, get the correct adapter ring, and use lenses you may already have!!
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The Sigma 50mm f/1,4, as sent from the factory, comes with both caps, a generous hood and a sturdy cubic, or virtually cubic, lens case. IMHO, this lens is excellent value for the money and performs exceptionally well. I own one of these lenses and would recommend this lens to a close friend. Good shooting!
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Did you make a decision? I am currently debating the same two lenses. I am leaning towards the Canon since it seems there are quite a few quality/AF issues with the Sigma. Any advice is appreciated.
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The small one fits the Canon 50mm f1.8 with hood snugly. The next one up fits the Canon 18-55mm kit lens with hood. The next one after that will fit the Canon 55-250mm with room to spare (or the 15-85mm snugly). The largest one is, well, bigger. I don't have a lens that comes close to filling it.
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I ended up going for the Sigma. So far I'm pretty happy with it; focus seems OK on my T1i, and the lens seems quite well put together. Not getting dinged extra for a bag and a lens hood is nice too.
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I think that that lens has a 58mm filter thread, check your technical specification. If that is the case than this cap will fit your lens. This cap would normally fit all other Canon 50mm f1.4 lenses that I have seen.
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Dear customer:I believe the Canon SX50 SH requires a tube adapter in order to attach additional lenses and/or filters.
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My Canon-mount version also came with a hood, and the lens-cap (72mm) was for that. With the hood removed, I tried filter adapter rings on the lens, and found that 55mm seemed to be what fit -- so a lens cap for the lens itself should be 55mm.
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It all depends on what filter size your lens requires. I believe the Canon 50mm f/1.8 uses a 52mm filter which this kit includes so it should work fine.
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Hey, thanks for the help. I sure will take a good look for a 50mm to add to the 18-250 because in addition to outdoors, everyone also has to shoot indoors and if it is good in low light that is a big plus.
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A good all around lens would be something in the 30mm to 200mm range.get one that has a range,not a 50mm to start. That way you can get a variety of looks. I own a canon 5D mark III as well,so i already had a collection of high end lenses,and with an adapter i can use them all on the GH4. I would suggest doing plenty of research on your desired lens,because they can be expensive. There are many reviews with examples on youtube,so once you find a lens and like the price,go see what other people have shot with it.