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Review on Black Sigma 19mm f/2.8 DN Lens for Sony E-mount Cameras (NEX) by Richard Simmons

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Small, fast and razor-sharp

This thing makes for great standard 'Nifty Thirty Eight' fixed focus on the E-M5II. It's fast, light and sharp. I'd like a little more than f2.8, but given the image quality and price, it definitely holds up. The compact size is only worth the price. I only took off one star for landscape photography because I think it's not wide enough for a lot of landscape work. 19mm is the way to go and this one is great for the small 19mm M43 lens. Very well made in Japan. UPDATE 8/30/21: Aperture won't close, so this one is pretty much useless. Choose an aperture other than f2.8 and the shutter speed will adjust accordingly, but the lens won't stop, so every shot will be overexposed or completely dark. Sharp lens, great feel, poor quality control.

Pros
  • Super Multi-Coating reduces flare and ghosting, delivering sharp, high-contrast images even at maximum aperture
Cons
  • Dull packaging