Performance
The Sigma 24mm f/1.4 Art lens performed admirably on our test bench. Autofocus was fast and precise and could lock on to the subject even under low light conditions. Some vignetting and darkening at the corners was observed at maximum aperture but vanished completely at f/4. Images were rendered absolutely free of distortion. Shooting against the sun, the lens produced signiicant lare at f/1.4 along with purple fringing. Overall, the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 lens produced very sharp images. The sharpest images were obtained between f/5.6 and f/16 and the sweet spot on the lens was found to be f/8. Overall, a very good performance.
Value For Money
The Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG Art lens is available at an MRP of Rs.66,900. Just as a comparison, the Canon EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM and the Nikon 24mm f/1.4G ED are available at an MRP of Rs.1,12,995 and Rs.1,76,350 respectively. |SP
FINAL SCORE 84%
Design and Build Quality 18/20
Key Features 16/20
Ergonomics 18/20
Performance
Autofocus 4.5/5
Sharpness 4/5
Distortion control 5/5
Aberrations 3/5
Darkening of corners 3.5/5
Extra features 4/5
Sub-Total 24/30
Value for Money 8/10
PLUS
• Build quality
• Performance
MINUS
• No Image Stabilization
VERDICT
The Sigma 24mm f/1.4 Art promises professional quality images at a price that is feasible for an amateur. Sigma has again scored with this new Art lens. Best Buy!
H. S. Billimoria
