If you’re in the market for an ultra wide angle lens for the L mount system that is also compact and light, the new Sigma 17mm f4 DG DN Contemporary has been added to the I Series collection. As of now, this is the widest I Series lens to date, and thanks to Sigma, I was able to get a pre-launch sample to test. This was quite a fun lens to use, and here are my thoughts on it. [continue reading…]
For those with a Leica SL2 or SL2-S, firmware version 5.1 has been released. It seems like a small update this time with the main focus being on two improvements, which are:
So, for those running Profoto lights, this might be worth it. I have not installed it in my SL2 yet but will probably do it before the weekend. The links to Leica’s firmware pages are down below. Have a good one!
Leica SL2 firmware version 5.1
Leica SL2-S firmware version 5.1
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When L mount was first started by Leica, we had a system here with huge potential but with one issue: size. Everything at that time was huge, and I get it; Leica was in it to create reference level gear. I’m always all for that :). I was the first person to order that Summilux-SL 50mm the moment I heard rumors about it. I understand that for work, you bring what suits the job best but how about when you simply don’t need such a large lens with an f1.4 aperture? Maybe you want to travel. Maybe you want something you can just throw in your bag for any occasion. Yes, there are M lenses but for one, I need an adapter, and two, I don’t want to be stuck using manual focus. Well, in my opinion, one of Leica’s best moves was inviting companies like Panasonic, and Sigma into the L Mount Alliance. Panasonic makes some great stuff, as we know, but so does Sigma. In fact, Sigma went all in the past couple of years, and created what I feel are some of the best choices, if you’re after lenses that are not only well built, and compact but also offer excellent image quality all while not breaking the bank. They have the I Series lenses, and after reviewing every single one that has come out for L mount so far, I can tell you that they are phenomenal. Thanks to Sigma, I was able to bring a few with me on a much needed vacation to basically see if they really live up to travel use. [continue reading…]
The 50mm is, in my opinion, one of the most important, and useful focal lengths, which is also why it is my favorite to use. For my type of work, which is mainly boudoir, and street fashion, this focal length is attached to my camera body nearly 100% of the time. A 50mm with a wide open aperture of f1.4 is my number one choice when it comes to 50mm’s because I find it offers a nice balance when factor in image quality, size, and of course, light gathering capabilities. I know many who feel the same, which is why I feel Sigma’s newly announced lens, the 50mm f1.4 DG DN Art is so important, especially for the L Mount Alliance. Thanks to Sigma, I was able to get a pre-release sample to test, and here are my thoughts on this new lens. [continue reading…]
Sigma has really been on a roll lately, especially when it comes to L mount. They have been busy producing lens after lens to fulfill what seems like every photographer’s needs. Apparently, they haven’t stopped yet because they have just announced the new Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports lens. With a range like this, there just isn’t anything quite like it out right now, especially in L mount. Thanks to Sigma, I was able to get my hands on this lens before its release date to give it a test drive, and let’s just say, this is a review definitely worth reading, if you find yourself needing an optic with this kind of capability. [continue reading…]
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