Sigma 30mm Awesomeness

A little while ago, I was looking for a good lens for my Canon Rebel T2i (side note: I wish they just called it the 550D in the US. It’s so much less gimmicky.). I wanted something that was fast for low light, but something that was really sharp. A sharp lens with good color can make all the difference in your photos.

I ended up settling on a Sigma 30mm f/1.4. The reason I decided on the 30mm was three fold. First, the 30mm equivalent focal length (efl) is almost 50mm. Simply, it gives the same field of view as a 50mm lens on a full-frame camera. This makes the lens quite versatile. Second, it was fast. Third, it was several hundred dollars cheaper than the Canon equivalent.

Now, I gotta say that people always suggest getting the Canon L lenses if you have the money. But seriously, how many people can blow a $1k+ on a lens for recreation? Not me.

To keep this short, I love the lens. It’s amazing. Quick to focus (at least for the T2i). Even at f/1.4 the lens is pretty sharp. If you are looking for a lens, I’d recommend it. However, read reviews on sites like Amazon and make an educated decision. That’s my advise.

Here are a few samples shot with the Sigma 30mm on the Rebel T2i: