EQUIPMENT REVIEW: SIGMA 24MM F/1.4 ART LENS

EQUIPMENT INTRODUCTIONS WITH SAM

The Sigma 24mm f/1.4 Art Lens is an absolute dream. Now, if I had to pick one prime (non-zoom) lens for the rest of my life it would be the 35mm, but the 24mm is a very close second, in that, while not quite as versatile as the 35, it produces great results, and it’s a perfect lens for capturing the setting, not just the subject, which you’ll see in the example photos below. Without further ado, here’s a quick run down of why we love this lens!

Great For The Following:

  • Wedding photography where the size of the space you’re in is small (the getting ready portion of the day for instance)

  • Multi-Person or Large Group Portraits (including family formals)

  • Taking photos that showcase more of the setting around where you were shooting

  • Non-macro close-up shots (you can get fairly close to your subject with this lens)

  • Low light settings like wedding receptions

  • Street photography (it is PERFECT for street photography if that’s your jam)

Would Not Recommend For:

  • I wouldn’t recommend this as your only lens because with any wide angle lens, there can be some distortion if you’re trying to get more up close and personal shots

  • Macro shots (it’s just not a macro lens even though it has a closer focusing distance)

Overall, it’s an incredibly sharp lens at most distances (the very furthest distances are not necessarily tack sharp), that is versatile and gives a photojournalism feel to your photos by helping you showcase the setting of the images you’re taking.

Check out the images below, all taken by us on the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 Art lens, and if you’re so inclined, tell us what you love (or don’t) about the 24mm if you have one!

-Sam