Sigma 24-70 F2.8 II First Impressions (from someone who owns the Sony 24-70 F2.8 GM)

GEAR USED IN VIDEO

LIGHTING GEAR I USE

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00:00 Introduction
00:46 First thoughts vs Gm
02:52 New features
03:15 IQ
04:07 Autofocus
05:13 Sponsor read
06:05 Lens details
06:30 Recommendation

[SpressoMan]

This review (especially the ending) was SO fantastic. I understand 100% how you feel about it and how I should feel about it. Well done, sir.

[Wolf_]

I appreciate the straightforward blunt honesty. That's worth a sub and a like.

[ChipDizard]

Good video, I'm already sold on it. So I had the Sony 24-70 version 1 and I was holding off on version 2 but now I'm going to Sigma!

[soookie]

I have Tamron 28-75 and bought this Sigma lens when I was released. I have to say, the picture quality is unexpectedly good and the extra focal length on wide is attractive. It's quite heavy but I'll travel with this lens soon so I'll see how it goes.

[veritas]

the difference between the Sigma and the Sony GMII is in the weight and the cost. If cost is not a big thing, then get the Sony, it's lighter. For a walkabout lens, the weight factor is critical. Especially when hung around the neck.

[LuigiL]

Oh what I wouldn’t give for an INTERNALLY focusing 24-70mm F/2.8 lens…Great upload as always! 🙌🏾

[Reviewsfun]

Wait… you don’t use 24, 28, 35, 50, or 70mm focal lengths that often? 🤔

[ldmndz]

Sigma has really been stepping up their lens game for sure these recent years!..as a Sony shooter..I now look to them as an "alternative" to native Sony glass...Since Sony is not giving us an 85 1.2 GM anytime soon I hope Sigma does and update! or I know Viltrox will have an 85 1.2 for sure way before Sony does!..haha come on Sony where is the 85 1.4 II GM already!..

[KevinG-]

Thanks Manny! Your review, after many reviews of this lens, encouraged me to take the next step. I'm a little concerned with the size despite it being a little smaller than previous, but, it will stay on this camera. I have an A7 IV coming in the mail with no lens included or at home.... I will now! Thank you for your honesty!! P.S. I can see adding 1 prime so that will be the next challenge.

[Matthaeus]

Best end of a lens review video. Ever.
Like your way of thinking, attitude and input, thanks from Cologne!

[tqlla]

I know its heavier, but its nice that its the exact same length as the GMII.

[jbmedia]

I have the Sigma 28-70. It’s sooo light if you don’t mind 28 instead of 24mm.

[tonyantoine]

Why am I focused on the focus breathing when you walked away? I think that at this point, Sigma is a great first or second option for most professionals. The fact that you can’t tell what lens it is speaks volumes.

[georgevlsqz]

this video was well orchestrated and the ending gave me depth sensation. nice quick video getting straight to it thx

[ciomio]

tomorrow i will shoot a yoga event with this setup plus 105mm 1.4 sigma the holy bokeh. wish me luck guys.

[Mowikan]

We live in peak times when it comes to hardware. The question is not about the quality of hardware but what camera/lens combination fits me best.

[bimmerfan]

have the GM2... luv the weight and size with the image quality (on A-1), the Sony looks wider too

[razafiarisonmichael]

I have the Sigma 28-70 and I love every bit of it.

[BowlersRant]

Awesome review. Any attempts with video?

[RakNtaK]

I bought it last month for my a7 iii, game changer.