Sigma 35mm f1.4 Art Series or Sigma 50mm f1.4? It'll be going on full frame Canon 5D M III.

It depends on what you're shooting. 35mm gives you a 37% wider viewing angle, so it's nice for group shots or getting more of the scene in. It's a great all-around, walk-around, street lens too. The 50mm will give you slightly more compression so it'll be slightly more flattering for portraiture. It'll also have a slightly shallower depth of field up close giving you slightly better blur (bokeh) for portrait type shots as well. So the question is, what are you going to shoot more of?

Why should I buy this and not Nikkor 50mm 1.4? Please help me understand the reason.

The sigma is superior in distortion control, vignetting, chromatic aberration, and sharpness or iq...although both lenses show very little distortion or vignetting, the Nikon 50mm does have quite a bit more vignetting, especially on a full frame body. Chromatic aberration at large apatures is difficult to control and isn't well controlled on the Nikon. The Sigma really exceeds at its ability to control chromatic aberration. And lastly the lenses sharpness is more important as you increase a cameras megapixel... For example, if you have a 24 megapixel sensor and the sharpness of the lens can only resolve 14 megapixels, you will have in essence a 14 megapixel camera because if you enlarge or crop beyond 14 megapixel you will start noticing blurred pixels, as opposed to a lens that can resolve 20 megapixels. I think especially for cameras with very high megapixel count ie. D800 (the camera body I own) with a 36 megapixel sensor the sigma really shines. I have owned both lenses and have used the Nikon 50mm 1.4 on a d7000, d7100, and my current d800 and I liked the results...but the images I have captured with the sigma 50mm art and d800 combo are blowing me away... With all that said, I don't think you can go wrong with either.

How does the Sony mount version fare? Should I get the Zeiss branded one (not the Otus) instead?

I do own a mirrorless Sony aps-c cam with e mount and a zeiss 32mm to match it. There are several Zeiss E and A mounts for Sony now, Otus included. I could not afford Otus and it is not practical IMO. Btw, I am extremely satisfied with the Zeiss Touit 32mm for my Sony. Sigma 50mm art is also a great lens, the sharpest I have. It depends on your style as a photographer. My budget is always the deciding factor when I crave for a lens.

So is this the "art" version or not? legal disclaimer states otherwise

Mine was the art version. I had to buy it new. Originally I bought used from a seller called Michigan Camera on Amazon and it is NOT the ART series so beware if this seller. They will sell you a lens for 700.00 that retails for 200.00

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📸 Elevate your vision with Sigma’s Art of sharpness and silence

WHISPER QUIET AUTOFOCUS - Experience seamless, near-silent HSM autofocus that keeps your creative flow uninterrupted and your subjects relaxed.
ROBUST LIGHTWEIGHT BUILD - Innovative Thermally Stable Composite construction offers exceptional durability with 25% more elasticity, perfect for on-the-go professionals.
VERSATILE CREATIVE CONTROL - From portraits to nightscapes, enjoy a 46.8° angle of view and a 9-blade rounded diaphragm that crafts smooth, natural bokeh every time.
UNRIVALED LOW LIGHT MASTERY - Shoot crisp, vibrant images even in dim environments with the ultra-wide f/1.4 aperture that delivers breathtaking bokeh and sharp focus.
PRECISION OPTICS FOR FLAWLESS DETAIL - Advanced aspherical and SLD glass elements minimize aberrations and distortion, ensuring razor-sharp images edge-to-edge.

The Sigma 311101 50mm F1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon is a premium prime lens designed for professionals and enthusiasts seeking exceptional image quality. Featuring a large f/1.4 aperture, advanced aspherical and SLD glass elements, and a near-silent Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus, it delivers stunning sharpness, minimal aberrations, and beautiful bokeh. Its innovative Thermally Stable Composite barrel ensures durability and precision, making it ideal for portraits, low-light, and creative photography with a classic 50mm focal length.

Specifications

Package Dimensions L x W x H	18 x 12.6 x 12 centimetres
Package Weight	1.16 Kilograms
Product Dimensions L x W x H	9.9 x 8.6 x 8.6 centimetres
Item Weight	815 Grams
Brand	Sigma
Camera Lens	50 mm
Colour	black
Has image stabilisation	No
Included components	50mm f/1.4 DG HSM \| A, Petal Lens Hood, Fitted Padded Case, Front and Rear Caps, Instruction Manual
Lens Fixed Focal Length	50 Millimetres
Max Focal Length	50 Millimetres
Min Focal Length	50 Millimetres
Model year	2014
Plug profile	Canon EF
Objective Lens Diameter	77 Millimetres
Part number	311954
Size	wenig
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Zoom Type	prime lens, no zoom
Lens Design	Prime
Photo Filter Mount Type	42 UK
Focus type	AF/MF
Aperture Modes	F1.4-F16
Style	Single
Photo Filter Thread Size	77 Millimetres
Guaranteed software updates until	unknown

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