The NEARLY PERFECT Sony 24-70 GM ii Has One HUGE Issue That Might Stop You From Buying It.

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This hands on, practical look at the newly updated Sony 24-70 f/2.8 GM ii (version 2) takes a look at all that makes this the best 24-70 available... and the ONE GIGANTIC PROBLEM that will stop most people from buying it!
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Table of Contents:
00:00 - Introduction
00:35 - Example Video Shot With Sony 24-70 GM ii
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05:10 - Size And Weight
06:02 - Physical Features & Build
08:11 - Focusing
09:12 - Image Quality
10:11 - THE BIG PROBLEM
11:05 - Should You Buy the Sony 24-70 GM ii?
12:35 - Conclusion
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@MakeWithMiles 2 года назад

Hey Dunna! Thanks for making this review, your videos are always more practical than most reviews on RU-vid. I do have one question about the sigma 24-70. Have you experienced the dust/weathersealing issue with the sigma? I know that this was supposedly fixed recently, but I wanted to ask you about your experience.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Yea I certainly have, I actually had it sent in and cleaned once under warranty. However, The dust is back again. It never seems to affect the images but it is annoying to see.

@MakeWithMiles 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit Okay, thanks for the insight. I think I'll probably be getting the tamron 28-70 then because I do woodworking videos (which is very dusty) so the sigma is probably not my best bet.

@Image1Nation 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit is this on a newer copy after the hardware update?

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

No this is a pretty old copy, I hoped that they would “fix” the issue when they cleaned it… but they seemed to JUST clean it.

@Image1Nation 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit that’s whack Dunna! I’m pretty sure I heard another RU-vid reviewer who owns a copy mention that they had their copy updated with the new weather sealing but also mentioned how they had to pay $$$ for shipping. Btw, the only reason I am hesitant on buying this lens is because it was released three years ago and I’m afraid v2 will drop as soon as I order this lol.

@chrisjohnston964 Год назад

Another great video, Dunna! I would LOVE to see a comparison between this new GMii and its rival Sigma and Tamron equivalents. If the Sigma dust issue has been resolved, I'm leaning in that direction due to the bang for the buck. But because GMii is a native Sony lens, are there Sony body/lens integration benefits that the 3rd party lenses are lacking?

@tyrman1 Год назад

I just recently bought this lens and absolutely love it. I do a lots of photogrammetry and this is the first mid range zoom that can produce quality comparable to prime lenses. In general zoom lenses are not the best choice for those who do photogrammetry, but the results I have with this lense are really close to my G master prime 35mm at the same settings. Price is high, but it’s still much less then I would need to spend on several prime lenses that i would need to cover whole range of 24-70mm

@igoryudnikov6198 Год назад

Double improvement is hi speed shooting support, and focus breathing compensation compatibility. Btw I noticed active stabilization works a lot better and smoother with native Sony lenses. So it makes this lens very good option for video

@dunnadidit Год назад

Interesting! You’re not the first person that I’ve heard say that about the stabilization but in my tests it was always a wash. I wonder what that’s about!?

@mangbubukid6594 2 года назад

Awesome review. What tripod do you use on travel vlog?

@TheHybridShooter 2 года назад

Yeah, this is the very top of the high-end, where you have to have to pay a lot more to get that last percentage of the performance, but it isn't more expensive than other 1st party 24-70 F2.8s whilst being better in terms of the size, weight, bokeh, controls and minimal focus distance. I bought one, that miraculous weight sealed the deal.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

The lens of diminishing returns

@lew.parker 11 месяцев назад

What camera was this example footage shot on? the Sony A7RV? Great content!

@just_inhawaii 2 года назад

Great video. This video reminds me of why I sold my A7siii and got the a7iv. You can get a good prime and have a bunch of focal lengths (apsc mode, clear image zoom, and active stabilization). 🤙🏽

@kevinhernandez6444 8 месяцев назад

I tried a used sigma 24-70 from amazon and omg so much dust would get into the sensor i would have to keep cleaning it with blower tool thingy . My other lens dont have this issue. Does it happen to anyone else with that lens ?

@jennifercall9014 Год назад

After a while using my new GM II, I noted that most of the reviews comment on the zoom ring “smooth or tight” switch plays a big role in varying the lense with my camera mounted to my capture clip. In tight, the barrel stays tight and does not extend. I feel that is the main point of the switch.

@paulg3388 11 месяцев назад

Hi hope you are well. I have the 24mm GM f1.4 and 85mm GM f1.4, and I am considering this Lens to replace them both for obvious reasons; One lens for all etc etc. Now, I believe I know what I will lose, but I want your opinion, as you know I DO respect your experience/opinion. I would lose the open f1.4/light and I would think amount of Bokeh for my Portraits on the 85mm, but would I lose anything else here? I shoot talking heads at 24mm, and 2.8 in my Studio should be ok and provide enough Bokeh for me, and the 35mm for Landscape Photography and Talking Heads will also be good. Then 50-70mm for Portrait Photography. Am I right in thinking that I am losing Bokeh and the extra f1.4 advantages, but other than that, I get pretty much everything else in this lens? Respect your opinion .. thanks !

@chitokan 2 года назад

I ended up buying the Sony, I mainly use it for product photography and video project. Sharp & Responsive If you're making money doing photography projects get it pay it off with a couple projects, you will notice the quality of photography and video. On the plus side they do retain their value over time.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Great points!!

@jcmusic08 Год назад

I am new on the Sony camera world. Can you mention the video settings you were using on your Sony Camera?

@ohscarivera Год назад

What vnd did you use? Keen to know.

@SilatShooter 2 года назад

As a former 24-70 user, I went to the Tamron 35-150 because I have a 16-35. Yes, the Tamron is heavy but there's give and take for such lens. Don't miss my 24-70 at all.

@Chris-ey7zy Год назад

I think I’d pick that out as my zoom lens. I like primes because I gimbal but to have a long telephoto because 24-205 isn’t long enough for me would be great

@dawidnitecki9143 Год назад

How does the stabilization differ when it comes to those lenses ? In canon environment, RF glass adds additional stabilization stops,which is a gamechanger. how does it work in Sony’s world ?

@KristianRoald Год назад

Great review and good variations in shots :) Keep up!

@darylswalker 2 года назад

I’m usually shooting on mostly primes but have been loving this lens. Definitely the sharpest 24-70 zoom out there. Becoming one of my fave lenses!

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Nice!

@lenemauchien182 Год назад

Bought the lens a few months ago. Just realized that I have tiny specs of dust inside the lens. Does someone else have the same issue?

@sojirou Год назад

Managed to snag the GM II on sale at 1900 but if Sony had not released this lens, the Sigma would have been my no. 1 option. Especially since Sigma has been knocking it out of the park with their Art lineup.

@Zarar5 Год назад

How were you able to get it on sale? 😮

@2000sidhupunjab Год назад

@@Zarar5 yeah this lens is backordered and super hard to find as it is, cannot imagine it being on sale for at least 2 more years.

@Zarar5 Год назад

@@2000sidhupunjab its not backorder and is available on sale in all the major retail stores in the US (in fact its available at a lower price for EDU), I am not sure about it in your area.

@NovalMechRabha Год назад

Is this lens good for shooting music videos? Considering the price!

@cmelkoman Год назад

To buy a7r5 with tamron 35-150 and 20mm 1.8, or a7iv with 24-70gm2 and 70-200gm2? I heard sony gm lenses have superior autofocus (xd linear motor) and rarely miss the focus, where 3rd party lenses aren’tthat reliable. What’s your experience with tamron autofocus where you have to be quick to focus and capture the shot and also in low light how it’s responding? Thanks! ❤

@redwinemademedoit Год назад

I bought back into the sony ecosystem , by purchasing a sony A74 ( after owning an a9) and i was going back and forward between these 2 lenses, the 24-70 ii GM , and the Tamron 35-150mm f 2-2.8 . Very hard choice, but i went the Tamron lens, for the run and gun range and, good god its a great lens! I so wanted the 24-70 ii , but the tamron is a 2 for 1 for me, and very sharp. ( in a perfect world I would have a dehumidifier cabinet full of lenses, but , hey maybe in the next life... would still love to have the 24-70ii, but who would not! Merry xmas all!

@Acura1NSX 2 года назад

From a high-end production standpoint this Sony V2 lens knocks it out of the park with incredible image quality, much improved size and weight reductions and user features that are simply not available on any competing 24-70mm. I have no use for a 28mm starting point as this is simply not wide enough on many shooting environments. I'm paid a lot of money to produce high-end work so a higher price is a very small sacrifice for achieving excellent production quality. You get what one pays for and that is always more... lol.

@chongyulius Год назад

Having money is good, but Sigma 24-70mm isn't any narrower than this, and Tamron is most certainly not any less sharp than GM, especially so for the previous gen. It is also lighter. The only true benefit for GM II is its functionality and controls, and that does not translate to 'final image quality' directly... lol

@JorgePille 5 месяцев назад

Without oss, not sure I can quite justify the "upgrade" from my sigma 24-70 2.8. Or am I wrong?

@Rizzo2009 Год назад

I'd absolutely love to see a comparison with the SIgma! Great vid and great channel!

@MODESTYXO205 2 года назад

For Vlog documentary work with you prefer 16-35 gMaster are there 24 -70 g master

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Ooooooh tough one, I think I like a 24-70 more. But that’s super subjective

@JedDobre 2 года назад

I’ve got one on loan from Sony australia at the moment & I don’t want to go back to my version 1! I’ll be upgrading as soon as I can! If you’ve got the budget & you get paid to use it.. it’s a no brainer. 😍 Also fun fact (shouldn’t be a deciding factor haha) but if you want to enter any Sony run photo competitions you must use a Sony camera & lens!

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Nice!

@johndonaldson5126 Год назад

I've been thinking of buying the Sony A7RV with the Sony 24-70 GM ii. It seems silly if I were to buy that great camera, then put a lens that is not also the best.

@twoblindsheep Год назад

would yall recommend to pick up the Mark 1 instead? seems to be a little bit cheaper now the mark II is out.

@dunnadidit Год назад

Still a super solid lens!!

@darrenhaken 2 года назад

What size is the Shimoda bag you're rocking?

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

35L

@BuildItMakeIt 2 года назад

Thanks for your videos I love the time and effort you put in. I would love that sigma, 24-70 is such a useful range.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Thanks for watching!!

@CoffeeScribe 2 года назад

Great review! I agree, the price being double isn't worth the difference.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Well there ya go!

@MichiganGreatOutdoors Год назад

Man this is such a good video thanks for the help!!!!!

@benwonderfulmedia 2 года назад

I just got mine a little over a week ago and I got it because I would always be curious if I got the cheaper versions and also because I thought it was a great pick for my first GM lens

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

I feel this a lot.

@faresnimer5164 2 года назад

And how you find this lenses

@retropixer 2 года назад

I used all three - Tamron is good but it’s “good for the money” and lack of 24mm at the wide end was a real issue, so I moved to Sigma. What a lens! It is well built and delivers great image quality, but it’s big an heavy and after a year’s light use, filled up with dust. So, when Sony mkII came around, even though I think it’s not worth the asking price, I shelled out for it. I still feel guilty about it, but, I’ll live.. If Sigma didn’t have the dust issue, I may have gritted my teeth and lived with the weight, because the image quality is EXTREMELY close to that of MkII.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

This sounds VERY familiar

@gunn1ng 2 года назад

AFAIK the dust issue was fixed more than a year ago, with improved sealing in hardware by Sigma. I have a less than year old copy and have had zero issues. Of course it’s still possible to get dust in any lens regardless of the sealing, depending on what you are doing, so YMMV.

@Reviews4fun1 2 года назад

I have no dust in my Sigma but it’s only 6 months old. The GM would probably also get some dust anyway given the design.

@herrkelm Год назад

Sigma offered free repairs for folks who experienced the dust issue due to the barrel gasket. This was a manufacturing issue and there is a way to find out if you are affected by your serial number, I believe on their website.

@retropixer Год назад

@@herrkelm thank you, yes, I had Sigma service the lens before I sold it.

@cwarfield 2 года назад

hahah...I wondered if it would be something other than the price ;-) I bought the Sigma 28-70mm last year. Love the light weight, but really miss the extra mm on the wide end. Also, fun to see you hiking around the PNW!

@FmyZul147 2 года назад

Yes, please make a comparison video of the Sigma 24-70 and Sony 24-70m gii.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

+1 for Sony vs sigma!

@paulchiu Год назад

The Sigma 24-70 has a track record of sucking in dust during zooming. Does the new Sony 24-70 GM II have this issue over time?

@MilitarAmericano 2 года назад

Broooooo, the bird at the end was syncing with the music! ❤️ what a masterpiece.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Thank you!!

@firpofutbol Год назад

Really want to see a side-by-side bokeh comparison between this Sony and the Sigma!

@durianriders 2 года назад

Im loving mine. It is the first lense Ive ever bought.

@Prahatech Год назад

Click bait!

@brettyg76 2 года назад

Absolutely gorgeous scenery and footage.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Thanks!!

@Keilikeramen 2 года назад

I already had sigma 24-70 with sony 20mm no regret at all no need for gm for my need

@stevenkralovec 2 года назад

Would love to see a comparison video between the Sony and Sigma, like you mentioned!

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

+1 for the sigma vs sony!

@THISISWILL23 Год назад

What’s wrong with just getting the 1st version?

@heyheyhey520 2 года назад

It is so funny that the a74 and the fx6 are the cameras with focus breathing.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Oh yeah I forgot the fx6 too… and they put out an fx3 firmware update today too but no focus breathing comp from what I can see

@thegeneral123 2 года назад

The big problem, the price as far as I am concerned (before watching the video). Sigma 24-70 F2.8 all the way.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Haha spoilers!

@faresnimer5164 2 года назад

No lenses compete with the Sony g master lenses

@thegeneral123 2 года назад

@@faresnimer5164 Only, they do. There's plenty of competition, Sigma in particular can beat some of the older GM lenses. Hard to take someone seriously with such an absolutist statement. There are many ways to define competition.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Only a Sith deals in absolutes.

@thegeneral123 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit Nice, you got what I was going for. Fellow geek here! Expanding on my point though for Mr Sith. The latest GM II lenses are objectively in terms of quality and performance the best Sony E mount lenses in their respective categories. The 70-200 and the 24-70. Superb lenses but they are expensive, too expensive for many. Now if anyone reading this is of the school of money is no object, you will buy the best of the best every time. Why are you using Sony and not a medium format Hasselblad or Leica camera? ;-) Hey, all joking aside, if you have the money to buy the Sony GM lenses, good for you. I went Sigma 24-70 F2.8 over the Sony GM mk1 24-70 as at the time before the Mk2, the Sigma was actually a better lens in several regards and much cheaper. Yes the Mk2 is better but it's the law of diminishing returns. 10% and 5% there for substantially more money. If those only really noticeable when pixel peeping levels are that important to you, again good for you. The skill of the photographer will likely be more of a factor in any given situation but better is better. The 70-200 mk2 is again an objectively better lens than my Tamron 70-180. It has sharper images for starters, more zoom range and it's an internal zooming camera so more weather and dust resistant as well as OSS. But here's the thing, I buy equipment for travel photography. My bodies and lenses need to fit in travel shoulder bags. The Sony is 50mm longer and 1/3 heavier. The Sony lens wouldn't fit my current set ups. The Tamron goes great size wise with my Sigma 24-70. So in size and weight terms, Tamron beats Sony. I paid just over £800 for my Sigma lens and £759 for my Tamron lens. UK prices now the Sony lenses are £2599 for the 70-200 GM II and £2099 for the 24-70 GM II. Those price differences make objective comparisons really rather difficult. Because while all the named lenses perform scarily closely to each other objectively. When you factor in the prices they are not fair comparisons. It's such an issue that Sony have gimped artificially the focus and frame rate high speed burst performance on select Sony cameras if they detect they are not running the latest Sony glass. The new Sony glass might have faster and more responsive focus motors but it's a software gimp to make their own lenses stand out for professional buyers. It's a shady move. Me, I'm more than happy to spend the money I saved on trips to take photos of new places and experience life. I'm still spending vastly more money on camera bodies and lenses as well as buying extremely nice kit by any estimates. I refuse to play the price/model shaming game though.

@Donbros 2 года назад

Ngl that 28-75 looks kinda sweet when compared to 2300. You can literally buy two of those and something like 35mm 1.8 The first 24-79 gm felt overpriced this one is kinda same. I wish sigma release new midrange zoom with better weather sealing

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Yeah I could definitely go for a sigma 24-70 ii

@LivingImage 2 года назад

Great, thanks

@Gabe731 2 года назад

I think if I'm going to spend close to 2k or more, I'd probably get the Tamron 35-150 2-2.8.

@Donbros 2 года назад

Its very heavy for midrange zoom with ability to zoom a bit more. I kinda would like 50-200 to exist i dom't really need 35-50, my 16-35 fills my wide need

@martin_wood 2 года назад

Phew! I already bought it and love it for the size/weight savings for gimbals mostly. You got me! Haha

@X99Zero 2 года назад

Must be amazing, I had the 24-70 gm first version, still regret selling it.

@martin_wood 2 года назад

@@X99Zero I have the sigma, still have to sell it. Love how the footage looks but it’s hefty like the gm1

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Hahaha 🤣 if the money is already gone, it’s not a problem I guess

@X99Zero 2 года назад

@@martin_wood yeah, I felt it was too heavy as well but on gimbal the range is really great, and you can punch in with apsc mode. I got the 16-35gm, its great but for photos definitely missing that 45-70mm range. I wonder when will the 16-35gm version 2 come out.

@SpookyAction75 Год назад

That's not a 'Huge issue' or a 'ONE GIGANTIC PROBLEM' its just a 'choice issue'. Kudos for the dramatic title though, caps and all.

@realthoprivate 2 года назад

Good infomercial, thanks.

@63nuke 10 месяцев назад

Another option is buy the Version 1, or in my case just keep it. It has PLUMMETED in value after release of the Ver 2. Yeah, it's heavier and bigger but the image quality is great and all the reviewers fawned over it when it was first released. (But I don't really do video). You can snag a minty used one for under $1000. I suppose a working pro can pay for the Version II pretty quickly but for us hobbyists no so much.

@dunnadidit 10 месяцев назад

Heck yeah! Great addition!

@touchtennis 2 года назад

I doubt I will ever be good enough to warrant this over the sigma! I’m not even good enough for the sigma! Great video mate,

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

The best part about stuff like this is you can always get better. And having certain gear has nothing to do with how good or bad you are at something. Just keep having fun with it and learning more and more and get the gear that makes the most sense for you! Thanks for the kind words!

@alchemist_x79 2 года назад

Don’t think that way! Just keep shooting and practicing and you’ll get there.

@touchtennis 2 года назад

@@alchemist_x79 ha! I’m 50 now and acutely aware of my limitations! I enjoy the sigma, but I’m well aware of my own creative and skill shortfalls. I’d rather give the extra £1000 to charity than waste it on a lens I’ll only ever get 1% of the benefits from! 😂

@ievarudzutaka2895 Год назад

Good review, but why don't you mention the smayang 24-70 F2.8 lens? It is also is very good and the price is good.

@PaulFeinberg 2 года назад

Great overview!!! I do not need the best of the best…..I would rather have a 16-35mm than 24-70mm. That me personally.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

So now the question is… which 16-35?

@PaulFeinberg 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit I would say right now 16-35mm f4 G lens…..I will look to get a Sony when the version II 16-35mm GM comes out. Till then the 17-28mm works for me

@raksh9 Год назад

Random observation: assuming one has the budget for a kit from Sony, Canon or Panasonic, there is no excuse for poor image quality in small productions these days. What sets a production ahead now is all the rest of it, like story, editing, sound, shot choice/composition etc. But companies like Sony, Canon, Panasonic and Blackmagic have leveled the image quality playing field with bigger productions. We live in exciting times.

@joey.3200 3 месяца назад

I really, really wanted to get this lens, but I just don't need it. I already have the 16-35 GM II, the 24 1.4 GM, and the 50 1.2 GM. I had to keep telling myself 'my want' was not 'a need'. That said, I'm sure that those that both want and need this lens will absolutely be happy with it.

@rickt.8866 4 месяца назад

For my Sony A7R5, the GMii is a must! It is optimized for 61 megapixel sensor while the other great third party options are not.

@marcuslindenlaubphotograph862 4 месяца назад

Agree 100% - I have the same combo. I can easily crop with this combo and cover also 105mm. Much cheaper, lighter and smaller than the new Canon 20-105 2.8 which is optically not on par. The only thing which I would really appreciate in a 24-70 would be internal focus due to weather and dust resistance.

@riparianlife97701 Год назад

I can't change my aperture on mine!!! I need to fly to Mexico City and get it fixed.

@llStixxll Год назад

I got one open box for $1700 USD and it’s absolutely worth it at that price lol

@Syrzhfz Год назад

I’m sucker for quality. gm II here we go!

@DaKidEmm Год назад

I’m big on quality over quantity so for me I’d rather buy the absolute best option. Even if that would mean waiting to get to the better lens over the cheaper one. If your investing in any craft If possible I would always say get the best of everything. This way you don’t end up replacing lenses because the glass isn’t good enough. Then you end up spending more money anyway. That’s just my opinion though.

@LadyFairChildVideo Год назад

i would never put my customer through substandard footage or photos just because i cheaped out on a lens. the type of customers that I deal with can easily tell image quality differences and i simply want to give them the best.

@guzzuanim Год назад

This is definitely the best answer regarding the problem. I got the GM2 because the customer service guy recommended me this lens since it’s technically the best in the 2470mm lineup. (I did some research myself before purchasing)

@robertminiewski8812 Год назад

In my opinion you should always buy the best product your money can buy, otherwise you’ll end up buying again. “Buy nice or spend twice”

@AugustGiannini Год назад

YEA PLEASE make a video comparing the sigma and the Sony in just about buying one! Everybody just says Sony it’s better because of the locks and the wheels but I don’t care about that is the image quality better? Is it really worth it to buy and spend money on the Sony or would I be doing it just for the added accessories staff.. thank you great video!

@RandumbTech 2 года назад

I tried it out for a few weeks, but returned it yesterday. It's a nice lens, but honestly, for the type of work I do, was total overkill at that price point. Instead, I picked up the 24-105/f4 and 35GM/f1.4 and so far, am absolutely thrilled with my decision. The 24-105 is MUCH better for handheld video since it has OSS. And I've had my eye on the 35 for quite some time. While I can afford the new 24-70 without issue, I still returned it because I did not think it represented a good value. Great review as always!!

@daniels9877 2 года назад

I run with the exact same setup you decided on!

@teegreenburg Год назад

Good take.

@israelsudry 2 года назад

I want a comparison between the sigma and the sony

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

+1 for the sigma vs Sony!

@goodbokeh Год назад

It's October and Adobe still has not provided a lens profile that corrects for Raw distortion in Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw. That is a Big Deal! For a Sony holy trinity lens to be without Adobe support for 6 months after introduction is unbelievable and makes the 24-70 GM II a questionable buy for now.

@slevinshafel9395 2 года назад

9:08 that is really smoth. i like it

@DiogoReis Год назад

I've had the first gen tamron and decided to upgrade, I would love to get the sony, but opted for the tamron g2 as it has improved an already capable lens I've been using for 3 years... The sigma is not an option because of the added weight, i will be painfull to work with after shoting an event or studio sessions. Also for the price of the Sony I can get the tamron and and then the sony g 20mm 1.8 to get a wider perspective and better aperture, still saving about 300 to 400 depending on the deal... I've decided for the tamron mainly due to the sony price and all this recession and war situation, maybe in 3 years I will pull the trigger for the sony, for now I think I'll be more than pleased with the newer g2...

@TrueNorf 2 года назад

Great video, D! I LOVE the GMII. I did a side by side for about 3 days and have to say, it did not win me over. It may have just been me or I was sent a 'Friday afternoon' GMII, but to me, it felt 'cheaper' than the Sigma 24-70 and the OG GM. For example, the focus ring did not have the same quality feel as the OG GM and for the price, I could not sleep at night. Was I getting extra bangs for buck over the Sigma? On that basis, the decision for me at my level was the Sigma all day long and I’m SUPER happy with it. I think I will be for a looong time.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Interesting! I don’t get a “cheaper” feel from this when compared to the sigma at all… though I can see how the extra weight of the sigma or GMi could seem like a more premium feel. There is some reason that we equate heft to quality. But I wonder why we would have gotten different feeling!? Thanks for sharing dude!

@TrueNorf 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit It is curious, right? Like I say, it may have been me, the GMII I had didn't feel like it was worth the extra heft in coin. Will the GMII now be your lens of choice vs the Sigma?

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

My wallet is a bit too light right now but I get the feeling that I’ll give in eventually haha

@TrueNorf 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit I hear you, D!! 😂😂

@seasideshutterworx 2 года назад

Wow! I have to ask was this shot in slog? The colour is stunning!

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Yup, all shot SLOG3 and graded using some new luts I have coming soon

@seasideshutterworx 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit Definitely interested in the new luts. Will you do a video for the release?

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

I probably should haha. I didn’t for the last ones, just kind of released them and didn’t tell anyone 🤦🏻‍♂️ maybe this time I’ll actually get it right.

@seasideshutterworx 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit I will definitely be looking out for them!

@Dukeisnice Год назад

Good video bro , I decided that the extra 1k isnt worth it.

@Soul_Visuals_Photography 2 года назад

The price? Canon R mount users are like “awe that ain’t no thang” lol

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

😂😂😂😂😂

@darylswalker 2 года назад

Always best quality!

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@ddkineprod Год назад

I sold everything for one lens ! The Sony 24-105 f4 ! and after 6 months, no regrets. my best gear idea for a long time. It’s an amazing master piece 😉

@kenh.5903 Год назад

great lens, better than the 24-70 in my opinion

@superman8458 Год назад

I wish there would be GM 24-105 f/2 or 2.8 since I often film at very low light. Price and weight do not matter.

@olgagolz Год назад

@@kenh.5903 better than 24-70 I or II?

@evenhandedcommentor6102 Год назад

@@bbasleigh6149 I have the old sony 24-70 GM and just bought the 24-105mm sony. I tested two copies of the 24-105mm...they were remarkably similar. My comparisons using MTF mapper to really zero in on the resolution shows the older model GM is better. Noticeably better. I expect the GM II is better yet. Think about it. GM vs G. and the GM covers a shorter range. Asking a lot for the G lens to exceed the GM...and it does not.

@silasmspoon 2 года назад

Let me guess; it's got to do with something about making my money disappear! Edit: I was right 😂 Great video as always, Dunna!

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Haha nailed it!

@mikemade_ Год назад

I'm an "Only the best of the best will do kind of guy... alright that out of the way no I'm definitely not that guy. I only say that because my last lens/camera purchase was the Sony Alpha 1 and the 70-200 GM OSS II... Both were out of the product of coincidental needs as in they both happened to exist at the time I was shopping for both a camera that could pair with my a7SIII and a 70-200 lens that could accommodate my professional needs . That being said, I already own the Sigma 24-70 and love it immensely and if I were to buy another 24-70 I'd have zero issues with purchasing a second Sigma. They really are that good, and if the weight difference is too much for anyone then you really need to put the camera away and pick up some weights!

@DeshayTheLegend Год назад

Do you guys think sigma will update their 24-70?

@FrancisAlbert1990 2 года назад

I have 2 Sony A1s, one with the 16-35 f4 and another with the Tamron 35-150 2-2.8. Covers everything I need.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Noice!

@SceneDogsChannel Год назад

One of the benefits of the A1 is that sweet burst speed. I think a lot of people with the A1, or even the A9 or A9ii, need lenses that can get maximum burst speeds. And so non-Sony lenses can become non-starters. Too many reviewers treat these lens comparisons like everyone is a landscape or portrait photographer - and the frames per second consideration goes unaddressed.

@duchu1987 2 года назад

When I started to get photo gear I choose the cheap way. Ok, I'm not a pro so I don't need pro. But... with time you can see flaws. Green fringing, onion bokeh balls etc. So you sell cheap and buy mediums. And story begin all over again. Again switching for better. This is the worst way, because you loose transaction fees or price drop from to used. My advice: if you know that willing so much - don't buy the compromise, wait and make money and buy what you really want (or get on credit :D )

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

I agree with a lot of this. My approach is generally to attempt, if possible, to find the best value gear that will accomplish more than what I need it to. But that in itself takes a lot of time and effort to distinguish. And it’s always in the back of my mind… “what if I just can’t see the issues yet?” Haha. It’s quite the conundrum

@duchu1987 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit ie. I had Samyang 35 1.8 for almost two years and was great. Until I made one almost perfect photo. Focus great, framing great, objects perfect smile and looks, but those colours in background. Ehh. Now I have Sony 35 1.8 for night time street photography. It's great!

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Love the 35 f1.8… all the indoor shots in this video were filmed on it. I really think that is a great value lens too considering there is a 35 GM that is probably technically better but the cost hasn’t made me dive into it yet.

@duchu1987 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit in the middle there is Sigma 1.4 35mm DG DN Art :D but is bigger heavier and little worse... bit significantly cheaper!

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Haha 😂 now we’re back talking about bang for buck again.

@petersigma Год назад

The big problem is that it isn't parafocal. When you zoom in and focus manually, and zoom out, it loses a bit of the focus. This is infuriating!!!! I wish I hadn't bought it.

@The_Rad_Dad_Chad 2 года назад

So, the biggest problem with this lens is that my couch isn't comfortable enough for me to buy it.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Haha I like the way you put this.

@jrforsythe Год назад

I am buying this lens.

@dunnadidit Год назад

Nice James!

@alchemist_x79 2 года назад

Meh that price was just way too much for me considering what I shoot. I find the sigma 24-70 hits that nice, sensible sweet spot for me. I got it then splurged on the 135gm instead. Fantastic lens. Magical even. Side note I’m curious to see how the tight/smooth ring works over time. I have the 100-400gm which has the same feature and it definitely got loose over time causing some decent lens creep. Hopefully they improved it.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Oh interesting, I haven’t used the 100-400 GM so I didn’t know that they had this on other lenses.

@alchemist_x79 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit As far as I know it is the only other one. A fun fact is that the "tight/smooth" feature was one of the things that they, umm, let's say "borrowed" from the Canon 100-400 instead of the more logical "tight/loose." I'm actually kinda surprised they didn't change that haha.

@foljs5858 2 года назад

"It comes with a big problem" You mean besides the price? [after seeing the end of the video: it's the price]

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

Haha you nailed it

@pizza_lovers 2 года назад

money will solve your problems

@daran0815 Год назад

That deer is a very nice capture. But your edit really is over the top. So much so that to my eyes it looks more like a stuffed animal.

@dunnadidit Год назад

To each their own I guess!

@asoloda Год назад

The best of the best. Yes you have to get what you paid for.

@innergi5516 Год назад

All I can do rn is watch & learn via videos. Idk diddly squat abt any of this sht rn, but I'd love to film...something. I wouldnt buy it even if I could. Why should I? The price is unreasonable.

@sriidharrk 2 года назад

Hi Dunna, What combinations would u recommend? Combo 1 Sigma 16-28 f2.8 Sigma 24-70 f.28 Sigma prime 35mm f.1.4 Combo 2 Tamron 17-28 f2.8 Tamron 28-75 f2.8 Sigma prime 35 f1.4 or sigma prime 85 f1.4 Combo 3 Sigma 35mm prime f1.4 Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8 Sony 20mm prime f1.8 I mainly want to build a lens collection for my A74 for travel, family, landscape, casual photography. Ideally I don't want a heavy setup. looking forward for your views and suggestions. And if you could help with a combo of your choice. Thanks

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

I’d go combo 1 personally

@jjpienaar6630 Год назад

The Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8 is an awesome lens but to heavy for travel, in my opinion. For lighter weight travel I use Tamron 17-28 f2.8 plus Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD. The 28-200 offers excellent image quality, especially considering its 7x zoom range. I also own a Tamron 28-75 f2.8 gen1 but find I use the 28-200 more often. The Sony 24-105 f4 OSS is another option to consider.

@SamThePandaMan Год назад

I got one for 1900 from a dude getting rid of his Sony equipment because he was switching to Nikon for some reason lol

@migueltrujillo5932 2 года назад

...one do not have to look hard for the color fringing.

@jflo343 Год назад

Buy once, cry once. If you want something and can afford it then get it. Live your life.

@patmat. 2 года назад

I don't see how your 4mn long footage is showing anything in terms of lens quality ... even if we could stream YT in 4K it would still only be 8 Mpix. Albeit the footage itself is gorgeous, congrats.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

It’s a practical application of what might be capable with such a lens for video in different situations. Different lighting (out in sunlight vs in the forest, different colors, lens flares from the sun, focusing etc. I used to do more “clinical” tests for my reviews but I found that they were actually less helpful than the more practical versions like this so I switched to a bit of a hybrid model. Hope that helps!

@patmat. 2 года назад

@@dunnadidit Thanks for taking the time. You're showing what a 24-70mm f/2.8 can do in video, and that's useful I agree. I guess we can imagine where, say a 28-70mm f3.5, would have fallen short in your footage. Vs another 24-70 I think the $1,500-ish premium of that lens lies elsewhere: Compactness and definition in still photography.

@dunnadidit 2 года назад

It’s partially about a 24-70 f2.8 in general, but also the specific look and potential issues of this lens too. If it had bad flaring, distortion, vignetting etc, you would have noticed it… but I also do it in a practical sense because that’s how people will see your work if you get the lens. As for the size, weight and photography, I also talked about that a bunch and showed some photos (though I’ll always be limited by the fact that it’s a 4k video and there’s no way for me to show you what I see on my computer). I even did some zooming around in the photos that would illustrate some definition and sharpness. But again, mostly from a very practical standpoint, definitely not trying to be dxomark here. Hopefully some of those points helped satisfy your curiosity if the video test was not what you were looking for.