Quote Originally Posted by EricPvpi View Post
thekingb / ham - I had been looking at primes and keeping my existing zoom and considered:
EF 28mm f/1.8 USM
Sigma 30mm f/1.4
EF 35mm f/2.0
EF 50mm f/1.4
The non-L prime market in the 24-35mm range is maddeningly thin. Canon hasn't updated their affordable options in this range in a LONG time. The EF 28 f/1.8 is a 17 year-old design; the 35 f/2 is 22 years-old; the 50 f/1.4 is 19 years-old. Come on, Canon!

The EF 28 f/1.8 gets mixed reviews. I'd read Bryan's review on this site. He's certainly not in love with it.

Some people say that they have focus issues with the Sigma. I haven't and am very pleased, and I know that forum member Sean Setters is very happy with his.

I have no experience with the EF 35 f/2.

I sold my 50 f/1.4 for two reasons: it was often too long indoors, and the focus was unreliable wider than f/2.5 or so. It was maddening.

A good, fast prime is a nice addition to your kit.

Brian