Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II Lens Review & Comparison
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- Review of Sony's 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master Mark II Lens with comparison to the original version and the Sigma Art.
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Review of Sony's 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master Mark II Lens with comparison to the original version and the Sigma Art.
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Table of Contents:
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0:00 - Intro & Disclosure
0:29 - Size & Weight
1:13 - Handling & Features
1:50 - Manual Focusing
2:14 - Parfocalness
2:37 - Close Focusing
3:01 - Focus Breathing
3:35 - Autofocus
5:00 - Sharpness & Color
5:30 - Chromatic Aberration
6:27 - Bokeh
6:51 - Flare & Sunstars
7:02 - Final Thoughts & Value
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Still the king of no nonsense, no fluff, straight forward reviews! Thx Gerald
Right!? So tired of watching a minute to three minute vlog before they talk about the subject of the video.
Another beautifully clear, friendly and honest review. Always a pleasure to watch and listen. There's even a certain soothing quality to the calm and friendly way you present these videos that makes me watch them as bedtime "reading".
I own the Sigma since last summer, used it for a wedding and lots of street photography. Except for some minor sharpness issues in the most extreme regimes wide open I love everything about it. It's fast and beautiful for a very reasonable price.
Your reviews of camera lenses are definitely the best ones out there! Keep up the good work! I can't wait to get the GM2 when preorder starts!
That was one of the best ad shoots I’ve seen in a while across all channels I watch.
Not a Sony user, but I’m always going to watch your videos.
I love how detailed you make these videos. Keep up the great work and thank you for keeping it under 10 minutes.
I'm so happy your reviews are always to the point with no bs 'youtuber' antics. Great work as always. Thank you.
Thanks Gerald for your honest, no nonsense review! I had the original 24-70, and didn't find it to be that bad...although its images were clinical to my eyes. Having the Tamron 35-150 now, I'll never go back to a 24-70. While I do miss having a wider focal with the zoom, the Sony 20mm G compliments very nicely. (So the extra weight of the Tamron is offset in my bag.)
I love how many actual examples of using the camera you gave, I loved seeing it in action!
I’ve been away from watching YT vids but when a new lens appears, you are the only vid I care to watch. Great job as always 👊🏻😎
you are honestly the most brilliant reviewer I have ever seen. Thank you again for your valued opinions dude.
Thanks for another amazing review, Gerald! I bought the Sigma a few months ago and absolutely love it. The price difference is significant so I am quite happy with my purchase
As always, this was super helpful, and your contextualization of things is really appreciated. Thank you!
It would be great to see a comparison to the Tamron 28-75 VXD G2 here as well - or maybe just another review of that lens entirely.
Was about to comment the same! Just bought the g2 to my a7riv
So it's still "just get the Sigma" 😃
I picked one up a few weeks ago and I'm absolutely loving it at that price point
That sigma 24-70 for E is insane for that price. Loving mine too
@@thomas.kovacik it's also out of stock everywhere 😃
I was looking for it in 3 countries and apparently got one of the only 2 remaining in mine 😬
i currently dont own any cameras and want to get into photography. i spend hours every day sorting through youtube and all information on which cameras and lenses to buy. you make it so much easier and put my mind at ease. thank you for your content.
Excellent review. All the info I came for and the comparisons I wanted to know.
Thank you, Gerald. Your lens comparison videos help me make decisions about lens purchases
Thank you very much for this review, this was so very helpful. You checked off every important item us photographers look for, image quality weight and size, build quality, weight and size, focusing ability...and yes...weight and size! Appreciate very much also your disclaimers, makes us viewers trust you even more....Thank you again!
I’ve just been refreshing Gerald’s page this morning waiting for this video to be posted.
That was a surprise! I am still using the GM1 and I guess I will stick to it. I guess I will stick to it till the time they bring out a lens that does not change dimensions when I zoomed. That will be a game changer especially for using on a gimbal.
This is so helpful ❤️ you are really my go to guy whenever i need camera or lens tips.
I just purchased the Sigma a couple of weeks ago and love almost everything about it, so I don't feel bad about missing out. Yeah, I would love the new GM and I am sure it's great, but I am definitely in value-mode these days so thanks for the (as-usual) great review.
Gerald is hands down the best source for reviews.
I've been wanting to replace the kit lens I got with my 7IV. Decided to order the Sigma, thanks for the excellent practical comparison, it was more or less perfect for what I was looking for in terms of info on GM I and II vs the Sigma. :)
Thanks for such a good, clear and short review. All we need to know, straight forward 🖖. Greetings from Chile.
Thanks Gerald. Great review like always 👍
The video I’ve been waiting for 🙌
Great review straight to the point. I upgraded from the sigma 24-70 2.8 to the new sony 24-70 2.8 gm ii primarily due to a few reasons: AF consistency/accuracy/speed, weight, corner sharpness, weather sealing (I didnt have dust issues with the sigma) and overall controls and package. No it's not really worth twice the price of the sigma but the overall package you get with the new sony is pretty nice. I'd say the sigma might be a bit less prone to flare shooting into the sun but the sony does a great job as well. The price of the sigma is so compelling that I might actually buy another one as I really loved the rendering of that lens even though I have the new GM II. Also I will say the new GM II lens has better micro contrast than the sigma but I'd say for about 90% of shooters the sigma just wins due to the value ratio alone and it will be more than enough.
I’m very happy with Sigma - used them on my canon before and as someone who is not having a full time job / income dependent on videography / photography: An excellent choice. Seems to also be one of the few camera related companies out there that have somewhat of a soul and take great pride in their engineering for the price.
There is one use for this lens in sports - dance, when you are right on the edge of the scene. I have been using 24-105mm for that and F4 is not as big a problem as a tight zoom ring is, so the ability to control this would be great.
I'd be very interested to see how the new Tamron G2 compares against the new GM and the Sigma.
I'm surprised you didn't talk about distortion. I always preferred my 24-70 GM I over the Sigma because of the barrel/pin-cushion distortion that the Sigma has.
Fantastic Lens! Definitely picking it up and glad i skipped out on the Version 1. Thanks for the review Gerald Undone. :)
I went with the Sigma Art 24-70 a year ago and have been very happy with the results other than the added weight it brings.
th-cam.com/video/CkhET7t2NvU/w-d-xo.html if you do have a dust issue its a simple fix, Great Lens
My Sigma has the annoying dust issue... Kinda makes stopping down difficult, depending on the BG. It's why I'm looking at this new GM
Thanks for a great review!
I am not in the market for one of these lenses at all, but boy do I like your reviews. Enough to watch them just for the info on the topic and how you look at things.
Great review dude!
Great review as expected but I have to say, that ad read was the best I've seen in a long time!
Great review Mr.Gerald , tnx
Like always, what makes Gerald's videos so impressive is that he presents the choices in an extremely unbiased fashion. Some reviewers elegantly dodge any potentially negatives of a product if they are image ambassadors etc :-)
It seems though like all these new premium zoom lenses (just like the new 70-200 ii) still have pretty weak bokeh and out of focus transitions. Just looking at the focus breathing section starting around @3:02min this is a rendering that if we talk about prime lenses you get at the 800 USD below mark from budget manufacturers. Even very old primes typically render so much better. So I am surprised that in most reviews people say "rendering is excellent". I guess what is meant is "for being a zoom lense it's as best as you can hope for". Seems to be really hard to get very nice rendering on top of all the other stuff that needs to be corrected in zoom lenses, some compromises have to be made after all.
Always love the detail you share in your lens reviews! The new Sony 24-70 seems like such a good investment! May have to commit and get it! 💯✔️🔥
Yeah, he's very focused :) (insert badumtschiiiii) :D
Such a useful comparison! This might seem like a weird detail to fixate on, but I am honestly astounded that Sony isn't including the lens breathing correction on the A1 (as a $6500 USD flagship) and the A7S iii and FX3 (as $4500 video-first cameras).
It shouldn't be an incredibly tall order to include software corrections to visual defects that ship with the lenses THEY produce. It's not like we are asking for the kitchen sink here, they're first party lenses!
i agree… very frustrating!
100%!!! For Sony users who buy their flagship lenses, focus breathing compensation should be available to all of their current cameras!
Hereyey hereyey 🍻
Sony wants you to buy the A7S IV and the FX3 Mark II. They are VERY bad with giving features via firmware updates. Even worse than Canon! The C70 got RAW support for example.
@@gladoscc I don’t know about that. But maybe. Sony HAS been releasing new cameras a lot faster than ever before.
Simply the best reviewer out there!
Outstanding review 👏
Thanks. You da best
this review made love the sigma art 24-70 even more!
Nice and clean video. Thanks!!
Best way to include a sponsor ever!
Phenomenal comparison -- I'd like to purchase a second lens for making videos and was wondering if I should consider the 24-70 focus range or the 35-150 from TAMRON? Thank you, Gerald ✌🏼
Think I will get the Sigma. I was waiting for the gm ii to see what it had, but doesn’t appear to be that much of a difference for me to pay the extra to buy the gm ii. Thanks for doing the comparison, as well as reviewing the new lens.
💯 agreed
A disappointing upgrade for sure. Looking forward to a new 24-70 F4 PZ like what they did with the 16-35 last month
Yeah, honestly I was gonna buy it right away if it had OSS
U have the sigma! Its rocks! Cheer from france
a huge leap on weight, but yeah, does it worth double the price
That settles it. I'll be picking up the Sigma! Thanks for the review,
Hey Gerald, I miss Informations about Distortion and Vignetting in your Video. Mostly thats the two categories affected mostly by this smaller and lighter designs. Even if they can be corrected I would love to know about how it performs there, same with the CA's, they can be removed in Post but you still mention them.
Can you compare the new GM II with the Sigma and new Tamron 28-75 G2? I feel as though the updates are significant enough to the GM and Tamron to warrant an updated 24-70 comparison video
been using the Sigma for almost 2 years now and yeah there's the dust problem getting in the elements.
can't wait for the 16-35 GM II to come!
Where these news comes from? :D
@@Donbros They have just been releasing version ii of a lot of their lenses and people are assuming the rest are coming too. Sony aplha rumors (not/never really right about specs lol) are where you can find some stuff to get some hope/"leaks"
@@Rcmathis i mean did research half a year ago and there was no info or any leaks regarding it so I highly doubt it will come anytime soon. Also asked on forums and there was no single person thinking it will come out anytime soon. So I would not be that hopeful. Especially since they released 16-35 g and by releasing sony is saying something like: now everyone be happy you got new 16-35 XD also you have to remember 2017 was later release not in a line with 70-200 and 24-70 which was 2015 or 2016
th-cam.com/video/CkhET7t2NvU/w-d-xo.html sort the dust out no probs dude
Good video helped me a lot
Thoughts on if it worth upgrading from my relatively new Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2? Any insights Mr. Undone? Mahalo 🤙🏽
would like to see how the samyang/rokinon AF 24-70 f2.8 stacks up with this new sony and the sigma. Everyone is comparing them to the tamron, but that is no true competitor due to it's bit different range.
Been really happy with the Sigma. I'm good with the current Art lens. No dust issues either.
Great review, as always. I own the Sigma (yes, I did something right) and love it. I use it all of the time because it’s so versatile. I’m sure the Sony lenses are superior and have their prime lenses but the Sigma 24-70 is a great lens.
Always comes correct, definitely good to see the details in comparison
I'm sold! Been waitign ages for the Mk2!
Great review as always Gerald. I am torn if I need to sell the mk1!
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.
Nice video. Confirms that I made the right decision in getting the sigma a few months ago after watching your comparison video.
I could have afforded any of them at the time but the choice between the GM I and the Sigma was simple. And now between the GM II and the sigma I don’t see any reason to swap or feel buyers remorse. I love the sigma so far and feel it has a real character to it. The only thing that really makes the new GM more attractive is reduced size and weight. They really needed to hit a lower price point. I got the sigma and the Sony 20mm 1.8 for less than the price of the GM II.
I opted for the Sigma 2 years ago and have been happy with the image quality. But I've had to spend about $800 sending the lens back twice over these two years between repair fees and having to rent lenses in its place due to the dust issue you mentioned. $800 over 2 years isn't bad, but I do wish Sigma admitted this issue and did a free manufacturer recall rather than making me pay for their mistake. That leaves a bad taste in my mouth regarding my opinion of Sigma as a company.
Is this normal?
@@enjoygary it absolutely should not be. And it's been fine since the last time I sent it in. So I believe Gerald is correct in saying that some Sigma 24-70 lenses have that problem and some don't. And that also tells me that Sigma is aware of the issue. Now did they just silently create a 24-70 mkii? Are they intentionally banking off of people that they know have a faulty lens by forcing them to pay for repairs? I brought this issue up with Sigma, they basically said that they will consider my complaint and reduce the cost of the repair but I don't think they did. And I needed my lens back so I just paid it anyways.
@@jettlifeproductions Yes I looked into this before buying a 24-70 Sigma last year. The dust is / was, coming in through the zoom mechanism , an inherent problem for this design in all lenses ,BUT it seems the early runs actually had seals that were "too good" and created more a a vacuum cleaner effect , actually drawing in tiny dust particles and so defeating the whole idea . They now will change the seals , and in some locations they were doing it for free , as an unofficial recall but it seemed totally random. As you mention , the problem was never recognized by Sigma , and thats where they have screwed up with their customer base, personally I think its down to some loss of face thing in Japan. Sony did the same with the f5/55 infamous purple grid on the sensor problem , Sony in the UK / US where changing out an un blackened part that caused this effect ,for free , but in Japan they totally refused to even recognize it as not only a problem , but even that it existed or that they were being replaced overseas for free. Mine bought last year has not had any dust problem so far. Admitting fault, it seems ,is just not part of Sigma HQ,s corporate policy ..
The new sigma E 24-70 doesn’t have dust issues. I forget what serial number it needs to be above but I haven’t had any issues with my copy. I bought it 8 months ago
You can do it yourself, it's easy!
Seriously great review.
thanks man, really helpful
Another brilliant video. But I will always miss the jingle at the beginning!
🔴 G.U.
In my view his that was best review of any product I have seen you review.
Extremely well balanced and thorough.
You hit that home 🏠 run 🏃♀️ and slam dunk go Raptors 🏀 - thank you
Brilliant as always
Hey Gerald, you mentioned the new GM has a shorter minimum focus and larger maximum magnification than the Sigma but everywhere on Google it states the sigma shoots closer. This is the main factor for me so can you please confirm when/if you get the chance. Thank you!
Damn where’s the Tamron 28-75 v2 in this? Heard a small mention. It’s crazy how I remember when the Tammy came out everyone wanted it and got it. Now it’s barely in the convo.
I’ve got a friend selling me the original 24-70 for the same price as the the sigma. So I’m going that route. Only trinity lens left for a version 2 is the 16-35 2.8
Bang up summary there, tbh I might even watch to see if the original GM drops in price after this releases - I have yet to invest in a solid 24 - 70 and whilst I will probably just get the GM II (if funds allow), a significant price drop on a near new OG GM could sway me.
I saw and really liked your codec and compression guide video. Can you please make a complete guide on all encoder/compression settings with quality and size difference they make.. Also for my case use of screen recording(lots of unchanged frame) and game recording with decent quality at lowest size possible(I can compromise on resolution, fps and everything). Explain all encoder, codec, settings and how they work and effect video output. Which is better option to compress while recording or later for better result/smaller size and best software(s) to do so. I'll really appreciate it sir!
Thank you very much you are truly one of the very few honest reviewers in my opinion!!!!! ( Sigma Here I come )
Determining the value of the lenses can be hard. Your videos however, are incredible value without a doubt :)
Great vid, thanks!
Thank you for good information
Could you tell me what you think the best "FULL AUTO MODE" is for this lens and the Sony A7Siii. I have these and I am not good with it. The Sony 90 v produces more useable footage. I need advice.
Hey Gerald Undone and Gerald Undone community, I hope you can help me solve this problem. I recently bought a Ninja V and own a Sony a7 IV. If connected, I’m stuck at UHD25 or UHD50 (my preferred codec is ProRes LT) how do I change resolution (and fps)? Changing it in-camera doesn‘t change it.
I did some research but nothing much came up and the few tipps I found did not help.
Is the Sony 24-70 good for filming at low light conditions with Sony fx3 ??
How is the exposure change through the zoom range on this new version. Im having issues with my 24-105 in the studio on fashion shoots keeping consistent exposures. Between a full length shot at say 35mm and a detail at 105mm im finding about 1/2 stop change. Really difficult when i need to match stills and video side by side.
So how did they make it lighter?
More plastic? less glass?
Whaaat? What a nice surprise to start the day with coffee and this video! I can't wait for Sony to release a new 16-35 GM. The lighter form factor is very welcomed. Oh, and I'd like to also have focus breathing correction on the A7SIII/FX3, which are more expensive than the A1. Sony should 'tier' their firmware updates so anything higher priced than the A7IV gets the same features.
Not sure if anyone in the comments has covered this but the dust issues are localized to the first batch of lenses that didn’t have a seal that was put in later. I believe that they would clean the lens and install the seal under warranty
How big the dust issue with the sigma ? I really want it. But if its a big problem, I dont mind buying the GM I.
But is it like 50 % of the sigma lenses, or ?
Just got the Tamron G2, would this be worth it for the focus breathing alone?
Silly Question.....does the lens hood for the GM II work with the original Sony 24-70 GM?
Do you think that Sigma will release a new 24-70 2.8 now that Tamron and Sony have released their new versions? I'm thinking of getting the GM II, but I'm hesitant about what sigma will do now.
I'm going with the Sigma - thank you for the great info as always
I had to get this lens plz tell me when should I do this. I had this plan for a long time.which one best for sony a7iii.
Thank you for the review Mr G, for once I can sleep easy! I don't think the original GM was heavy The weight reduction with GM2 is not as significant as when they upgraded the 70-200mmGM. Re size, I thought GM1 was/is fine. I use it to shoot docs handheld (no gimbal) and the barrel of the GM1 has always felt a good size in the palm of my XXL hand. I got my GM2 at a really good price, so I can rest easy. I've only just got the 70-200GM2. Now that IS a massive improvement on the first version.
So what lens are great for sports?? I’m
Using it for my daughter jiujitsu competition.
I wonder how it compares with the new Samyang 24-70 F2.8, for anything other than weight?
Any opinion on how Samyang 24-70 f/2.8 compares to the given lenses?
Bought it instantly. Then I watched your review. Glad I bought it.
Very useful - I have the GMmk1 and Sigma, and I have never had any issues which make think another $2600 is going to be a good idea, even if I can sell the older ones.
Woah!!! Here we go!!!