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expirediconian | Staff posted Dec 24, 2021 07:09 PM

Sigma Lenses: 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E-Mount

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Adorama has various Sigma Camera Lenses on sale below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Slickdeals Deal Editor iconian for posting this deal.

Available:

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • This price for the 45mm f/2.8 DG DN beats our previous FP Deal by $50.
    • Refer to the forum thread for additional deal discussion.
  • About this Store:
    • Return Policy: For the first 30 days after your purchase you may return merchandise for a full money back refund, excluding any shipping charges.

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JoeydS
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I wish the 16mm 1.4 for Sony..
VanceOnTheInternet
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You have what's called an APS-C or crop sensor. The sensor is physically smaller than that of a full frame camera or 35mm film camera. To get the equivalent focal length, multiply the focal length by 1.5x times. The 30mm 1.4 would be equivalent to a 45mm on you camera. That's pretty close to to your standard lens cameras used to come with and that portraits have been taken with for nearly a century. That would be my recommendation out of this list. It would be a nice do-it-all lens as well.
Somecoolname
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No need to call kit lenses a piece of crap. They've gotten quite good over the years. Do I still wish I would have got a nifty fifty instead of a zoom kit lens with my first DSLR? Sure but there's also days I'd take a kit super zoom lens over my expensive f/2.8 glass for certain types of professional work.

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Dec 25, 2021 01:48 AM
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RamesesThe2ndDec 25, 2021 01:48 AM
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Sigma 45/2.8 is a great deal at this price. It is designed for beautiful rendering and bokeh unlike generic f/2.8 zooms. It is going to be less sharp than your zoom lenses and AF-C doesn't quite work because of SA, but it will produce beautiful images. AT $250 this lens is a steal.

Read more about the design of this lens here: https://www.sigma-sein.com/en/ohs...temporary/
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Dec 25, 2021 02:14 AM
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tqlla3k
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Dec 25, 2021 02:14 AM
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Quote from reactions :
any comments on the 45mm prime? So cheap so I'm reluctant
From the reviews that I have watched, it doesnt look like a lens for me. Its soft from close distances, in order to have softer out of focus rendering.

That is not the lens for me.
Dec 25, 2021 04:39 AM
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SDBuddyDec 25, 2021 04:39 AM
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The Sigma 28mm 1.4 Art looks amazing for this price. Here is a review.
https://www.cameralabs.com/sigma-...rt-review/
Dec 25, 2021 06:35 AM
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LwdshBDec 25, 2021 06:35 AM
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Why's it always the E mount version that goes on sale~ I need dis for MFT~
Dec 25, 2021 06:36 AM
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jonastarrksDec 25, 2021 06:36 AM
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Would this lense even be worth it for an A6000?
Dec 25, 2021 07:18 AM
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SolarisEtoneDec 25, 2021 07:18 AM
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Quote from jonastarrks :
Would this lense even be worth it for an A6000?
I'm a noob as well but in this world it's about your preference and usage. Best way is to shoot and see what lens you would yearn for most. That said, I enjoy the Sigma 16mm and Sony 18-135mm for most of my usage.
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Dec 25, 2021 08:20 AM
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any comments on the 45mm prime? So cheap so I'm reluctant
It's a very popular prime in the Fredmiranda community. It's not the sharpest but has a very creamy out of focus area. None of the f2.8 zooms has that kind of look. There is an impression thread with lots of pictures. It's a nice, small walk around lens. I really wanted to try it but it's too close to my Rx1rii which I carry around everywhere I go.

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Dec 25, 2021 11:07 AM
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FatSmurfDec 25, 2021 11:07 AM
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Anyone know what date these sales will end? Thank you.
Dec 25, 2021 03:38 PM
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bargain_hunterDec 25, 2021 03:38 PM
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For the camera beginners, its more important to get to know your camera rather than spend the money on an expensive lens. A professional can take great photos with a cheap lens using the right camera settings. I don't think a good lens is going to help a beginner who puts the camera on auto settings all the times. Use the money on a few camera lessons or books.
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Dec 25, 2021 04:13 PM
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flstevemckDec 25, 2021 04:13 PM
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Quote from RamesesThe2nd :
Sigma 45/2.8 is a great deal at this price. It is designed for beautiful rendering and bokeh unlike generic f/2.8 zooms. It is going to be less sharp than your zoom lenses and AF-C doesn't quite work because of SA, but it will produce beautiful images. AT $250 this lens is a steal.

Read more about the design of this lens here: https://www.sigma-sein.com/en/ohs...temporary/
This is what I felt. Pretty great deal on a really well liked and reviewed lens! So, of course I had to get one. Damn slickdeals 🤣 Can't wait to shoot with it. Been in the market for a deal on a 50mm for a while and this 45mm is pretty much perfect for what I wanted. Thanks for the post!
Dec 25, 2021 04:27 PM
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chachacha33Dec 25, 2021 04:27 PM
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I much prefer the ligma lens
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Dec 25, 2021 05:14 PM
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azoncDec 25, 2021 05:14 PM
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Quote from FatSmurf :
Anyone know what date these sales will end? Thank you.
Accord Canon PriceWatch [cpricewatch.com], it will end tomorrow 10:00 ET. Just bought 40mm f/1.4 Art. should I exchange to 28mm f/1.4 Art?
Dec 25, 2021 05:35 PM
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ArcorilDec 25, 2021 05:35 PM
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Quote from azonc :
Just bought 40mm f/1.4 Art. should I exchange to 28mm f/1.4 Art?
How is anyone supposed to answer that when we have no idea what you'll be using it for?
Dec 25, 2021 05:49 PM
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WittyHamster578Dec 25, 2021 05:49 PM
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F2.8 is very meh.
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violianDec 25, 2021 11:03 PM
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Quote from Somecoolname :
No need to call kit lenses a piece of crap. They've gotten quite good over the years. Do I still wish I would have got a nifty fifty instead of a zoom kit lens with my first DSLR? Sure but there's also days I'd take a kit super zoom lens over my expensive f/2.8 glass for certain types of professional work.
The 18-135mm is not a Kit Lens (retails for ~$650 by itself) - it's the 16-35mm that's usually thrown in the box (which was one of the most atrocious lens I've ever used on my previous A6000....the lens of my Canon G9X point-and-shoot produces way sharper images). That 18-135mm he said he received with the camera was perhaps something that the retailer bundled for a small discount, or he bought the gear used from someone.

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