Marc G.

I got both Both have advantages over the other.

If you go by optical perfection, the 56 and 16 reign supreme. The 23 is a tiny bit behind (it's basically the same) and the 35 lags a little behind (more so if you focus very close). That said, I love the 35 so much I bought it again after selling it. Zack Arias is actually right when he states that the 35 1.4 R is a magical lens.

I'm just enhancing the anticipation!

The lens is already in stock in Europe. I received mine last week on Monday. It's a beautiful construction, both optically and mechanically. I have no doubt you will be satisfied with the 16 1.4.