Nice rundown, but imho a couple of others are worth mentioning. 1. Sony 18-135. People crap on it because it was a kit lens and because of its standalone price but I've yet to find a lens that combines range, stabilization and this level of sharpness in a package this small (~60% the size + weight of the 18-105!) on APSC or FF... It really is a unique offering and when I tested it vs the Tamron 17-70, it was at least on par optically across the overlapping range. Bonus: it has some semi-macro abilities at 135mm most people overlook. 2. The old Sony 35mm f1.8. Great all purpose lens and super tiny! Granted I preferred the Sigma 30 myself but with its OSS, the Sony 35 is a great little all-purpose option 3. The Sony 20 2.8. Definitely not the sharpest or brightest, but basically allows you to turn your a6x00 camera into a point and shoot size wise and is very inconspicuous for street photography. If size is king, you'd be hard pressed to find smaller.
man you are the best blogger on the planet! I pledged my kidney to the god of photography, but I bought a Sony f6700 today and am selecting a lens, you explain it very clearly, thank you! Sorry for my bad English - I'm from Russia :) Thank you, I watch you with pleasure and interest! you give very useful advice!
I know its old but the Sony 18-105mm F4 is a go to lens. Picture isn't as perfect as some newer lens, but it's weight is balanced no matter the zoom since it doesn't extend. Basically set it and forget it, perfect for video.
Update; received Sony 15mm 1.4...looks great like new. One thing bothers, when I slightly shake lens then hear and feel some movement from inside lens...someone said it's focus motor shaking and this is normal. Please your opinion Boss. Thank you.
This video is AMAZING! I have never seen anyone as knowledgeable on the Sony ZV-E10 as you I've been searching high and low for this exact information. You are a gem, Mark! New subscriber
Man I love my 2 ZVE10’s. I had a budget of $2,500 for a camera. Initially I was going to get 1 nice camera. But realized two ZVE10’s with the Sigma trio lens (16, 30, 56 1.4) would be more productive for youtubing.
@@yjforlife For my YourTube stuff, even the ZVE10 is overkill IMHO from a quality perspective. The Sigma trio lenses gives me all the bokeh that I want and light sensitivity so I can run low iso for smoothness. If I bring it all the way up to 1.4 I literally get too much bokeh that it’s comical or how another channel calls it… Toneh. I have one camera permanently placed on my tripod which is rigged up with a prompter, 7” monitor facing me (I don’t waste my time with the flip screen on the camera), all of my mic cabling and external battery power. The second ZVE10 I use as my run and gun camera. What I like is the color science is exactly the same. The flexibility is huge. While I’m not a pro, there’s a reason why most pro shoots use multiple same cameras. For $2,500 for two good 4K cameras, 2 zoom optical stabilizes lenses, and 3 1.4 lenses, it’s a lot of value. I rented a Sony A7 full sensor dslr from borrowlenses with 2 G master lenses that retailed over $7K to test. I got great videos however not ONE person could tell a difference. Even watching on my 70” tv no one could tell. Personally I could tell but it had to be on the big screen and making sure TH-cam was streaming 4K. Even then, man it was like splitting hairs. PS. I do all of my shoots on 4K, edit and post 4K. Unfortunately on most people’s mobile phones, 90% of the time TH-cam is streaming the video at 1080p.
My stuff is more run and gun ( @asimplelife ) so I really only need an “A” camera I was thinking since I grade all my GoPro footage, I would go with something that can give me 10bit log or maybe s-cinetone… I know it’s just going on TH-cam so… thanks for the feed back it’s kind of the direction I have been leaning
After simplifying my travel kit a lot, and because I hate changing lenses when i’m out and about, I’ve noticed I love picking up my 18-135 as a do it all lens, with my A6600 rather than either my sigma 18-50 or the tamron 17-70. When I use the sigma I want more reach and miss the lens stabe to record handheld video, when I carry the tamron I get annoyed with the weight and bulk… If I know I’m going to do wildlife, then I replace the 18-135 with the 70-350. I love that lens so much! I leave the ZV at home as my studio / office camera with either the sigma or the tamron. I live in the UK, so the camera I take outside the home needs to handle a bit of rain. And lately, I’ve noticed myself replacing the sony 11mm with the DJI Action 4 for selfies and wide angle shots… Compactness, light weight and no fussing around in order to stay in the moment, while capturing good memories with friends and family.
Amazing little lens. I had zero experience with manual focus so i was super hesitant picking up an all manual lens, but thanks to a few reviews and camera crisis i mustard up the courage and picked one up and i couldn't be happier with it. Focus is smooth, picture is impressive. Was a great introduction to manual photography. Will definitely keep my eye out for another manual recommendation down the road.
FX30 GANG!!!! Just bought the sigma 16mm for my FX30. I had that lens a while back with a a6400 and I missed it! Love that lens. FX30 + 16mm is my B angle setup now. My A setup is a7iv + 24mm gm. I am loving it!
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis how does your AIV work for video? It may be the best affordable Sony FF hybrid option for both photo and video, but I worry about reports of overheating. Do you find the bokah, low light performance, and overall image quality is that much better than a crop sensor camera?
Nice overview ! My travel setup is now after experimenting with some alternative lenses: - 2 ZV e10 inside their silicone grip Smallrig cages (a must for larger hands to hold the zv comfortably) I’m waiting for a worthy affordable update to the a6600, or a photocentric fx30… or I will bite the bullet and get the a7iv if I find a good deal - sony remote + sony mini-tripod remote Lens lineup: - Sony 11 f1.8 (preferred to Sigma 16 f1.4): This lens is essentially my selfie lens with family, friends. This lens is permanently mounted on my 2nd body with the sony remote tripod… The lens is also great for astro, real-estate, car interiors… - Tamron 17-70: just a bit bulky with the zv, but the versatility makes it a main stay on my primary ZV. 25-105 f4 full frame equivalent, with lens stabilisation. I love this lens for everything I photograph or film. Preferred to the sigma 18-50 I got initially: the 50 to 70mm gap was surprisingly frustrating for the way I shoot; and the lack of stab with the zv, kind of negated the f2.8 in low light, forcing to either increase SS or ISO. I have kept it though as a future studio lens. I also prefer the Tamron to Sony 18-135 I got initially: constant faster aperture and better IQ. Lastly, the high minimum focusing distance and the f4 of the 18-105 made me return it. - Sony 70-350: the best apsc telephoto lens of the market by far, and the initial reason why I switched out of Canon ef-m. Extremely sharp, light weight, compact, great stab, fast focusing… this lens was a system seller for me. (I adore the sigma 56mm… but I really hate swapping lenses when I’m out and about, as a result the Tamron 17-70 is also used as my main portrait lens)
I used to have a manual Pentax camera and carried it with me everywhere. Taking pictures was part of my everyday life until I accidentally left it on a seat on the Skytrain in Vancouver. I checked lost and found for weeks to no avail. After I lost it I never bothered replacing it. Fast forward to today. I purchased the ZV-E10 a few months ago and it's been sitting in a box ever since. In the new year I want to get out there again and am thinking about buying a lens for it. I'm hoping you can point me in the right direction. I'll be using it mainly for videos but also street / architecture photography. I need a lens that excels in moody outdoor low light conditions such as clouds, grey skies, thunder storms, rain, fog, early mornings and evening dusk and is also good at night time where I will be using distant street lamps, candles or campfires as my only source of light. Thanks and happy new year.
i had the tamron 17-70mm. The only thing I can say is that it is incredible... I am a new photographer and 17-30 is ugly for my taste, but between 30-70 I get incredible photos for my photographic taste. If anyone has any questions, you can ask me even though there are 1000 reviews on YT.
Super helpful! 🙏🏻 Here is my lens line up for the FX30: * Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G Lens - the f4 is a bit annoying but generally a really great quality all round lens for outdoors * Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD - a beast and versatile. * Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - is on its way to me now 😎 * TTArtesian 50 mm f/1.2 manual focus - was super cheap and some cool character . The 1.2 is nice too * 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 - super cheap, is manual focus but 0.95 is 🔥 * Viltrox AF 13 f1.4 - use as my selfie lens and also on my a5100 that I use as a webcam * Sony 11mm 1.4 - on its way as we speak 😎
I actually have the 55 - 210 that you mentioned. I bought it used but it is in mint condition. Although it has no controls on the lens at all and everything is controlled within the camera it still makes for a very versatile lens at a cheap price. And it doesn't look silly on the ZV - E10
I have the Sigma 16, 30 and 56mm f1.4 and they are killer! I also got the Sigma 105mm f1.4 fullFrame for that monster background blur. I did saw some good options in your video so thank you for that!
You shoot the best Vlog video I have seen. You care about us, and not nauseate, and actually know how to use the camera while walking. The most of the other ones, I can't really watch.
viltrox is amazing for video and smooth aperture ring gives an edge .but for photo is not so fast and sometimes misses the moving subject .preferable of f2.2 and above for losing vignette and rendition,also reminds me of sony lenses in colours more colder.. but the new sony 35 fe f1.8 is the best of all.swift,accurate,color rendering,and supports eye af for older bodies like the a6300!!i find for talking heads, interviews,etc is the number one .(due to no distortion, feeling of the scene etc.) 85 fe f1.8 also makes serious compression on aps c..
Your videos are extremely informational and helpful sir. I really enjoy your commentary and your insight that you give behind these types of videos. Good work! Please keep ‘em coming.
My current lineup: Tamron 11-20 f2.8 - replaced my Sigma 16 (loved the image quality of the Sigma, but can’t justify the bulk and weight for a single FL). The Tamron has good range and sharpness, but sub par flare control in my opinion. Sony 16-55 g f2.8 - my newest addition. Not the sharpest lens i have, but it performs very good throughout the zoom range, so I don’t need to worry about ‘the sweet spot’ so much. It’s heavier than I would like, but so far it seems to be worth the price (bought it used) Sigma 56 f1.4 - my favourite lens still after 5 years. Small, sharp and fast. If I don’t know what I’m shooting, i’ll bring this one. Good for portraits (obviously) but i also use it for street, food, and close ups (It took me months to get use to the focal length, though) Sony 70-350 g - I use this lens for birds and landscapes. Sharp and fast focusing, and quite light for what it offers. I shoot mostly stills, and i do crop sometimes (bird photos), so i tend to value sharpness above other aspects.
Great video and I have sine if these lenses because you recommended them. I love the zve10 so much it’s life changing and versatile. Excited to see the Mark II.
Bought the Sony 15 and 40 2.5, sending the unopened Sigma 30 back tomorrow, I think Dustin Abbott and Gerald Undone both liked the Sony lenses, and I have no wife to question my needs😜 Still waiting on my FX30 w/ 10-20 kit lens just because the talking heads convinced me I needed the the power zoom. It is encouraging you took delivery of your FX30, hopefully I see mine in February! You didn't comment on how well you liked your FX30? Clearly, little Dougie can't compete with his new big brother.
I love your channel. I never comment on any videos, but you give the best information in such a digestible and entertaining manner. You helped me to make my decision for the ZV-E10, and have enjoyed it so far. This vid is RIGHT on time for me! Thank you for your dedication, 1M subscribers on the way!
It’s a pity that the video doesn’t say anything about the new series of Sirui lenses 23 mm, 33 mm and 56 mm, with f1.2 aperture, but in 2023, at the time of the video’s release, these lenses were not yet available. I think they are worthy of mention in the new video for 2024 (if there is one). These are very interesting lenses, costing only $300 each or $850 for a set. In any case, thanks for the video, the selection you offer for 2023 is excellent)
Welp, just built out an entire Amazon lens list based on this video alone. You best bet those affiliate links are going to get slammed as I'm able to acquire them 👀 Thanks for everything Mark ♥
I spent some time pondering on wether I should get the Sony 11mm f1.8 or the Viltrox 13mm f1.4 and I went ahead with the Sony, now I'm waiting to try it out with the DJI RS3 mini I just ordered (that was a battle of its own). Thank you for your videos, I'm a beginner when it comes to camera related stuff and I now understand the crisis.
I think the line up should 10-18mm or 10-20mm f4, 11mm f1.8 for vlogging, 18-105 f4 and 18-55 f2.8, for telephoto you should save up to get the 70-200mm fe f4 or f2.8 (on aps-c this would be 105 to 300mm equivalent). that has all the focal lengths covered. there may be other lenses that are a bit more special, but that has you going really good. the 56mm f1.4 sigma or the sony 85mm f1.8 or the sony 15mm f1.4, sony 200-600mm ... etc. Basically 3 lenses that can do all (10-18mm, 18-105mm and 70-200mm). when you master them, you can decide what would help you from there on. vlogging on aps-c is great, 11mm f1.8, 10-18mm f4 oss, 10-20mm f4, 15mm f1.4, sony has you covered. Also sigma, 16mm f1.4. there are others brand options too, possibilities are endless. for portraits: 50mm f1.8, sigma 56mm f1.4, sony 85mm f1.4, sony 18-105mm does a bit of everything. For wildebeast:70-200, 400mm, 600mm, 200-600mm. there are a tone of other tamron/sigma options in this field.
hey mark, excellent breakdown of the lenses. I am having an internal struggle between the Sony 18-105 f4 and the tamron 17-70 f2.8 ill be using catalyst browse the help out my shaky hands for video. but I don't know if the tamron will record the gyroscopic data. as the man with all the wisdom. will the tamron lens make the happy with the catalyst browse? this is my upgrade from the kit lens. wanting extra clarity, better light for photos but still vlog. helps having the little bit more zoom zoom.
Great video Mark! So many great lenses to choose from! I think you had mistakenly put in text that the Sony 16 - 55mm G lens has OSS, but it does not (yet another reason to not get that lens over the Sigma or Tamron counterparts)
Hey Great video. I went with the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 with the adapter from 7artisans to go from E mount to FE mount. Very good detail and I'm using it for my talking head videos.
Thanks for the Thanks - Too kind!! Both lenses are fantastic and will be equal in quality. The Tamron gives you more versatility with that wider zoom range, but the Sigma is so small and light and can do very closeup photography. It really depends on your preference.
i am having a hard time figuring out my dang camera settings and right lense for zve10. i am very animated and when i film my talking head videos the auto focus is terrible to the point i cant use them!! ive tried the sigma 16 and the kit lense etc..
sounds like you have product showcase mode on. make sure that’s off (trash can button) and make sure face and eye autofocus is on. as long as you’re not in a very dark room, it will have perfect autofocus. check out my video on zv-e10 video settings
I love your videos about the little Doug! Watching them all several times (😀) helped me to make a decision to get one myself and what lenses to get with it so thank you for that. I would love to see the dji mic setup on zv-e10, maybe you will consider 🥹 keep up the good job!
I’m going to try the Sigma 18-50 on ZVE1. It is my favorite camera. I know it has only 12 megapixels, but the photos blew me away. I think the A6700 is going back.
Saving up for fx30 and sony 18-105mm pz G as my first "real" camera. Primarily to develop my reel and practice filmmaking. Thinking sigma trio as an upgrade if I get good. Primarily for portraits, product photography and interviews. What you think?
Hi Mark, what would you recommend for a rookie with a ZvE10 looking to do macro / bug photography? I have the kit lense Sigma 30 and Sony 11 already and looking to add one more. Great videos!
As always a great video, very helpful 👌. I was surprised that you didn't mentioned the 18-135mm f3.5-5.6 OSS. I would be interesting to know why as I use it as all-around lens when traveling light.
Thanks for this video. I was definitely looking at that 15mm f1.4 as that seems to be the best for what I need it for. So when my new camera bundle comes in i’ll turn in the lens that came with it and get that one instead.
i got the 11mm f1.8 for only 460$ equivalent and im soo happy grate price, it has been incresed to 650 in my country and i must say i got it for a banger price
Great video! Sigma trio + sigma 18-50 are most likely what 95% of people need unless you’re into wildlife photography. Any thoughts on buying a gimbal vs. a 360 camera? Thinking that the latter could boost creative shots beyond what a gimbal could do.
Hi, great video, Thank you for the recommandation. I will shoot mainly wedding videos on an FX30. do you think getting the sigma 18-50, the sigma 30mm and the sigma 56mm is too much ? like 2 of them can be enough ? thanks
Hey Mark thanks for awesome videos. You have helped me with a lot of decisions about camera gear 👌🏻 just curious what laptop/desktop are you using for catalyst browse and editing zv-e10 footage? Keep up the great work!
Hey Mark-question!! I absolutely love the compactness of the kit lens for the ZV-E10 (the lightweight and low-profile is *perfect* for vlogging). What do you recommend as an upgrade for it that can be just as compact?
I miss two lenses here, maybe you would like to tell some details about these two, as well? The Viltrox 75 mm f1.2, which i think is a pretty good lens. And one of the super zoom lenses Sony 200-600 f5.6-6.3, Sigma 150-600 f5.0-6.3 or Tamron 150-500 f5.0-6.7
It can work for sure - this video is about apsc lenses. The 35 will give you almost a 50mm field of view on the ZV-E10. It's a great lens especially if you have full frame cameras too.
Thanks for all your videos youve helped me opt for the zve10. Im going to be shooting car photos and videos(drifting) What lense would you recommend best for this?
Fantastic video!! As always!! Thanks for the info!! I'm thinking on upgrading my kit lens for food video shooting and I think I will go with the Sigma 30mm F1.4 or the Sigma 18-50 F2.8. Your video has been really helpfull for a "camera dumb" as myself!!
Mark I am late to the game but just received a Sony ZV E10 and did get a Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 lens for my travels - however not being truly well versed with the lenses. What would be a good 2nd edition to this lens for my next trip to Italy but wont break the bank like the Tamron 17-70. Love the videos!
Hey! You and other youtubers have convinced me that the zv-e10 is the best camera for me to buy. That decision is made. Now i'm debating on whether I should buy the kit lens, or another lens. I want to use my camera for "vlogging". I want to film myself in my room, and I want to film myself hiking doing survival stuff at the mountain. I will also buy a gimble (Moza mini P max). Do you think I should buy the kit lens, or the Sony 11mm f1.8 lens? I like the idea of having a wide angle lens...
it’s always good to have the kit for a backup and other lens. It can come in handy and buying it with the camera is really cheap. plus, it makes a difference when it’s time to sell the camera.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis oh well! I bought the camera and the lens 20 minutes before I saw your answer... Thank you for your quick answer anyways ahaha I have really been enjoying your videos and I think you are the best at reviewing cameras. Thank you so much for your work
I just love your videos sir.. QUICK QUESTIONS : My purpose is food and beverage videography in low light conditions eg: at a fancy bar + portrait shots of models else where. So For zv e10 which lense will you strongly recommend? Also 1) is f2.8 good for low light conditions with maybe an extra source of light ? IF YES THEN a) with f2.8 should I buy the sigma 18-50 or tamron 17-70? IF NOT then Should I buy 2 lenses : b) sigma 30 mm 1.4 which gives me better f and a 2) song 50mm 1.8 for portrait shorts of models Please help I’m soooooo confused :( Thanks I’m advance sir. Big fan !
Thanks for your prompt response sir, how ever I still haven’t understood if for food videography which needs closer shots a 56mm or a 30mm will work . Instead of an all purpose lense with lower mm and a f2.8 aperture like an 18-50mm
Love your videos. I am picking up a ZV-E10 and in the relatively near future i will also have a full frame camera and don’t want to buy lenses twice. What lenses would you recommend for full frame that will also be good for APS-C?
HI nice work and thanks for your videos. What do you think of the Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* E-mount 24/1,8 and the Sony E 18-200mm f/3,5-6,3 OSS LE? How would they rank among the equivalent you go through in this video? All best
They are both older lenses but will still perform well, especially the 24. the question is if you can find them and how much you can find them for because full price is too expensive
That´s why I asked, because they both appear in my area. Just over 300 american dollars (3200 swedish crowns) the 18-200 and around 380 dollars (4000 crowns) the 24. Considering that a new sigma 16 costs here around 430 dollars...it´s the first objective camera crisis I´m sure you remember!
Great video, I have a Sony a6600 and want to get the Fx30 and a FF camera like the A7S3, AIV, or ARV. It’s all about what I’m willing to spend but I would like to know how much better full frame is than crop sensor in bokeh, low light, and overall image quality. I know going to 10bit color from 8bit would be a step up in overall quality. But it would be great seeing a video comparing full frame to crop sensor. If I upgrade, it would be a huge cost, I just want to know or at least get an idea of how much better it would be.
The other day I did a vlogging using the Sony Zve-10 with Active Stabilization and I don’t like the result. I feel the video is shaking a lot. But I also don’t like to balance the gimbal every time Im vlogging. I need to watch some tutorials on Catalys B.
Could you please do a video on the Tamron 17-70mm with the sony zv e10? Is it more better to get the sony 18-105 G lens or to go with the tamron? Your videos are so helpful and that little bit of humour you put in is entertaining. love from India🥰
Fantastic video as always Mark! Really love your candidness on these reviews. Not a video goes by without me learning something from you!
Too kind Rob!!
Nice rundown, but imho a couple of others are worth mentioning.
1. Sony 18-135. People crap on it because it was a kit lens and because of its standalone price but I've yet to find a lens that combines range, stabilization and this level of sharpness in a package this small (~60% the size + weight of the 18-105!) on APSC or FF... It really is a unique offering and when I tested it vs the Tamron 17-70, it was at least on par optically across the overlapping range. Bonus: it has some semi-macro abilities at 135mm most people overlook.
2. The old Sony 35mm f1.8. Great all purpose lens and super tiny! Granted I preferred the Sigma 30 myself but with its OSS, the Sony 35 is a great little all-purpose option
3. The Sony 20 2.8. Definitely not the sharpest or brightest, but basically allows you to turn your a6x00 camera into a point and shoot size wise and is very inconspicuous for street photography. If size is king, you'd be hard pressed to find smaller.
It's the variable not-so-wide aperture that's problematic...
man you are the best blogger on the planet! I pledged my kidney to the god of photography, but I bought a Sony f6700 today and am selecting a lens, you explain it very clearly, thank you! Sorry for my bad English - I'm from Russia :) Thank you, I watch you with pleasure and interest! you give very useful advice!
I know its old but the Sony 18-105mm F4 is a go to lens. Picture isn't as perfect as some newer lens, but it's weight is balanced no matter the zoom since it doesn't extend. Basically set it and forget it, perfect for video.
So, Sigma 16mm now $449, and I found Sony 15mm 1.4 Renewed on Amazon for $575.
Ordered one. Will update soon results . Thank you Man.
Good price in the 15!! Yes - the usual discounts are not being used for the 16 right now. I guess they’re in demand
Update; received Sony 15mm 1.4...looks great like new. One thing bothers,
when I slightly shake lens then hear and feel some movement from inside lens...someone said it's focus motor shaking and this is normal.
Please your opinion Boss. Thank you.
This video is AMAZING! I have never seen anyone as knowledgeable on the Sony ZV-E10 as you I've been searching high and low for this exact information. You are a gem, Mark! New subscriber
Thanks!! Welcome aboard 😃
Man I love my 2 ZVE10’s. I had a budget of $2,500 for a camera. Initially I was going to get 1 nice camera. But realized two ZVE10’s with the Sigma trio lens (16, 30, 56 1.4) would be more productive for youtubing.
Absolutely
Hmmm your making me think…. I was looking at the fx30 with the 10-20 f4 lens. I currently use a few GoPros(I know but it’s what I have….)
@@yjforlife For my YourTube stuff, even the ZVE10 is overkill IMHO from a quality perspective. The Sigma trio lenses gives me all the bokeh that I want and light sensitivity so I can run low iso for smoothness. If I bring it all the way up to 1.4 I literally get too much bokeh that it’s comical or how another channel calls it… Toneh.
I have one camera permanently placed on my tripod which is rigged up with a prompter, 7” monitor facing me (I don’t waste my time with the flip screen on the camera), all of my mic cabling and external battery power.
The second ZVE10 I use as my run and gun camera. What I like is the color science is exactly the same. The flexibility is huge. While I’m not a pro, there’s a reason why most pro shoots use multiple same cameras.
For $2,500 for two good 4K cameras, 2 zoom optical stabilizes lenses, and 3 1.4 lenses, it’s a lot of value. I rented a Sony A7 full sensor dslr from borrowlenses with 2 G master lenses that retailed over $7K to test. I got great videos however not ONE person could tell a difference. Even watching on my 70” tv no one could tell. Personally I could tell but it had to be on the big screen and making sure TH-cam was streaming 4K. Even then, man it was like splitting hairs.
PS. I do all of my shoots on 4K, edit and post 4K. Unfortunately on most people’s mobile phones, 90% of the time TH-cam is streaming the video at 1080p.
My stuff is more run and gun ( @asimplelife ) so I really only need an “A” camera I was thinking since I grade all my GoPro footage, I would go with something that can give me 10bit log or maybe s-cinetone… I know it’s just going on TH-cam so… thanks for the feed back it’s kind of the direction I have been leaning
@@van94weightlossjourney Which zoom lenses did you get?
im always waiting videos about ZVE10, new user here...from philippines
After simplifying my travel kit a lot, and because I hate changing lenses when i’m out and about, I’ve noticed I love picking up my 18-135 as a do it all lens, with my A6600 rather than either my sigma 18-50 or the tamron 17-70.
When I use the sigma I want more reach and miss the lens stabe to record handheld video, when I carry the tamron I get annoyed with the weight and bulk…
If I know I’m going to do wildlife, then I replace the 18-135 with the 70-350. I love that lens so much!
I leave the ZV at home as my studio / office camera with either the sigma or the tamron. I live in the UK, so the camera I take outside the home needs to handle a bit of rain.
And lately, I’ve noticed myself replacing the sony 11mm with the DJI Action 4 for selfies and wide angle shots…
Compactness, light weight and no fussing around in order to stay in the moment, while capturing good memories with friends and family.
Amazing little lens. I had zero experience with manual focus so i was super hesitant picking up an all manual lens, but thanks to a few reviews and camera crisis i mustard up the courage and picked one up and i couldn't be happier with it. Focus is smooth, picture is impressive. Was a great introduction to manual photography. Will definitely keep my eye out for another manual recommendation down the road.
FX30 GANG!!!! Just bought the sigma 16mm for my FX30. I had that lens a while back with a a6400 and I missed it! Love that lens. FX30 + 16mm is my B angle setup now. My A setup is a7iv + 24mm gm. I am loving it!
My A setup is the A7IV and 24mm GM too. 24 GM just got repaired because I dropped it. A $700 drop.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis twins!!!
ouch! That is an expensive drop…
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis how does your AIV work for video? It may be the best affordable Sony FF hybrid option for both photo and video, but I worry about reports of overheating. Do you find the bokah, low light performance, and overall image quality is that much better than a crop sensor camera?
Alright! Now we need a full frame version when you have time 😊 that A7IV is looking more and more intriguing!
Working on it!
Nice overview !
My travel setup is now after experimenting with some alternative lenses:
- 2 ZV e10 inside their silicone grip Smallrig cages (a must for larger hands to hold the zv comfortably)
I’m waiting for a worthy affordable update to the a6600, or a photocentric fx30… or I will bite the bullet and get the a7iv if I find a good deal
- sony remote + sony mini-tripod remote
Lens lineup:
- Sony 11 f1.8 (preferred to Sigma 16 f1.4): This lens is essentially my selfie lens with family, friends. This lens is permanently mounted on my 2nd body with the sony remote tripod… The lens is also great for astro, real-estate, car interiors…
- Tamron 17-70: just a bit bulky with the zv, but the versatility makes it a main stay on my primary ZV. 25-105 f4 full frame equivalent, with lens stabilisation. I love this lens for everything I photograph or film. Preferred to the sigma 18-50 I got initially: the 50 to 70mm gap was surprisingly frustrating for the way I shoot; and the lack of stab with the zv, kind of negated the f2.8 in low light, forcing to either increase SS or ISO. I have kept it though as a future studio lens. I also prefer the Tamron to Sony 18-135 I got initially: constant faster aperture and better IQ. Lastly, the high minimum focusing distance and the f4 of the 18-105 made me return it.
- Sony 70-350: the best apsc telephoto lens of the market by far, and the initial reason why I switched out of Canon ef-m. Extremely sharp, light weight, compact, great stab, fast focusing… this lens was a system seller for me.
(I adore the sigma 56mm… but I really hate swapping lenses when I’m out and about, as a result the Tamron 17-70 is also used as my main portrait lens)
Great real-world info!!
I always comeback to this vid for my lens info. Thankx
I used to have a manual Pentax camera and carried it with me everywhere. Taking pictures was part of my everyday life until I accidentally left it on a seat on the Skytrain in Vancouver. I checked lost and found for weeks to no avail. After I lost it I never bothered replacing it. Fast forward to today. I purchased the ZV-E10 a few months ago and it's been sitting in a box ever since. In the new year I want to get out there again and am thinking about buying a lens for it. I'm hoping you can point me in the right direction. I'll be using it mainly for videos but also street / architecture photography. I need a lens that excels in moody outdoor low light conditions such as clouds, grey skies, thunder storms, rain, fog, early mornings and evening dusk and is also good at night time where I will be using distant street lamps, candles or campfires as my only source of light. Thanks and happy new year.
i had the tamron 17-70mm. The only thing I can say is that it is incredible... I am a new photographer and 17-30 is ugly for my taste, but between 30-70 I get incredible photos for my photographic taste.
If anyone has any questions, you can ask me even though there are 1000 reviews on YT.
Super helpful! 🙏🏻 Here is my lens line up for the FX30:
* Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G Lens - the f4 is a bit annoying but generally a really great quality all round lens for outdoors
* Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD - a beast and versatile.
* Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - is on its way to me now 😎
* TTArtesian 50 mm f/1.2 manual focus - was super cheap and some cool character . The 1.2 is nice too
* 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 - super cheap, is manual focus but 0.95 is 🔥
* Viltrox AF 13 f1.4 - use as my selfie lens and also on my a5100 that I use as a webcam
* Sony 11mm 1.4 - on its way as we speak 😎
The Sigma 30mm with the ZV-E10 makes an amazing web cam combo.
Agree. I love the sigma 30 for a web cam. Although I use it on the A7IV
Oh em gee. I have not laughed so hard while watching a lens review, ever. Where have you been all my (TH-cam) life!?!?
you’re here now - that’s all that matters. 🤣
I actually have the 55 - 210 that you mentioned. I bought it used but it is in mint condition. Although it has no controls on the lens at all and everything is controlled within the camera it still makes for a very versatile lens at a cheap price. And it doesn't look silly on the ZV - E10
I have the Sigma 16, 30 and 56mm f1.4 and they are killer! I also got the Sigma 105mm f1.4 fullFrame for that monster background blur. I did saw some good options in your video so thank you for that!
waw...just 1 video but this completely what i need. thanks!
i am watching videos during 1/2 weeks without and answer, and this video have all what we need yeah hahaha, thats fc*ng crazy !!
Sigma 16mm is fantastic. I have a few of the lens mentioned and my in studio shots are almost always the Sigma.
It’s an amazing lens at a ridiculous price
You shoot the best Vlog video I have seen. You care about us, and not nauseate, and actually know how to use the camera while walking. The most of the other ones, I can't really watch.
Thanks!! I get a lot of comments saying, "you should run or walk really fast when vlogging" and I always say, "Do you want to have motion sickness?" 😂
viltrox is amazing for video and smooth aperture ring gives an edge .but for photo is not so fast and sometimes misses the moving subject .preferable of f2.2 and above for losing vignette and rendition,also reminds me of sony lenses in colours more colder..
but the new sony 35 fe f1.8 is the best of all.swift,accurate,color rendering,and supports eye af for older bodies like the a6300!!i find for talking heads, interviews,etc is the number one .(due to no distortion, feeling of the scene etc.)
85 fe f1.8 also makes serious compression on aps c..
Your videos are extremely informational and helpful sir. I really enjoy your commentary and your insight that you give behind these types of videos. Good work! Please keep ‘em coming.
I appreciate that!
My current lineup:
Tamron 11-20 f2.8 - replaced my Sigma 16 (loved the image quality of the Sigma, but can’t justify the bulk and weight for a single FL). The Tamron has good range and sharpness, but sub par flare control in my opinion.
Sony 16-55 g f2.8 - my newest addition. Not the sharpest lens i have, but it performs very good throughout the zoom range, so I don’t need to worry about ‘the sweet spot’ so much. It’s heavier than I would like, but so far it seems to be worth the price (bought it used)
Sigma 56 f1.4 - my favourite lens still after 5 years. Small, sharp and fast. If I don’t know what I’m shooting, i’ll bring this one. Good for portraits (obviously) but i also use it for street, food, and close ups (It took me months to get use to the focal length, though)
Sony 70-350 g - I use this lens for birds and landscapes. Sharp and fast focusing, and quite light for what it offers.
I shoot mostly stills, and i do crop sometimes (bird photos), so i tend to value sharpness above other aspects.
great lineup!!
Great video and I have sine if these lenses because you recommended them. I love the zve10 so much it’s life changing and versatile. Excited to see the Mark II.
I learn a lot watching your content
My favorite 18-105 Sony F4 love that lens for video :)
Got Sony zv-e10 after seeing your videos!
Bought the Sony 15 and 40 2.5, sending the unopened Sigma 30 back tomorrow, I think Dustin Abbott and Gerald Undone both liked the Sony lenses, and I have no wife to question my needs😜 Still waiting on my FX30 w/ 10-20 kit lens just because the talking heads convinced me I needed the the power zoom. It is encouraging you took delivery of your FX30, hopefully I see mine in February! You didn't comment on how well you liked your FX30? Clearly, little Dougie can't compete with his new big brother.
Dougie is great for the price, but the fx30 is definitely a full-fledged cinema beast
Great job on this video Mark! Thanks for making it. Tons of good advice.
I love your channel. I never comment on any videos, but you give the best information in such a digestible and entertaining manner. You helped me to make my decision for the ZV-E10, and have enjoyed it so far. This vid is RIGHT on time for me! Thank you for your dedication, 1M subscribers on the way!
It’s a pity that the video doesn’t say anything about the new series of Sirui lenses 23 mm, 33 mm and 56 mm, with f1.2 aperture, but in 2023, at the time of the video’s release, these lenses were not yet available. I think they are worthy of mention in the new video for 2024 (if there is one). These are very interesting lenses, costing only $300 each or $850 for a set. In any case, thanks for the video, the selection you offer for 2023 is excellent)
I have them here - am testing them out
I love my Sony 16-55 but I bought it used. Great video.
Always appreciate your advice on all things ZV-E10, thanks Mark!
Welp, just built out an entire Amazon lens list based on this video alone. You best bet those affiliate links are going to get slammed as I'm able to acquire them 👀 Thanks for everything Mark ♥
Thanks for thinking of me!! Some killer value on this list
Nice! For wide i use Zeiss Touit 12mm f/2.8, and i still feel the need for 11mm f/1.8, for more light and bokeh.
Sigma 18-50 is by far my favorite lens b
I have been waiting for this video!
I spent some time pondering on wether I should get the Sony 11mm f1.8 or the Viltrox 13mm f1.4 and I went ahead with the Sony, now I'm waiting to try it out with the DJI RS3 mini I just ordered (that was a battle of its own).
Thank you for your videos, I'm a beginner when it comes to camera related stuff and I now understand the crisis.
The crisis is real 🤣
I think the line up should 10-18mm or 10-20mm f4, 11mm f1.8 for vlogging, 18-105 f4 and 18-55 f2.8, for telephoto you should save up to get the 70-200mm fe f4 or f2.8 (on aps-c this would be 105 to 300mm equivalent). that has all the focal lengths covered. there may be other lenses that are a bit more special, but that has you going really good. the 56mm f1.4 sigma or the sony 85mm f1.8 or the sony 15mm f1.4, sony 200-600mm ... etc. Basically 3 lenses that can do all (10-18mm, 18-105mm and 70-200mm). when you master them, you can decide what would help you from there on.
vlogging on aps-c is great, 11mm f1.8, 10-18mm f4 oss, 10-20mm f4, 15mm f1.4, sony has you covered. Also sigma, 16mm f1.4. there are others brand options too, possibilities are endless.
for portraits: 50mm f1.8, sigma 56mm f1.4, sony 85mm f1.4, sony 18-105mm does a bit of everything.
For wildebeast:70-200, 400mm, 600mm, 200-600mm. there are a tone of other tamron/sigma options in this field.
Great video as usual, Mark! Still missing that wild/crazy hair from the early days of the channel. Thanks for all the quality content!
too old for that hair now 🤣
Been looking for a lens for my workout videos and this has really helped. Explanation to the tea. Thank you.
Best vlogging lens for the Sony APS-C is the Sony 10-18 F4 in my opinion. It's on my ZV E10 pretty much all the time.
It’s still great for sure
hey mark, excellent breakdown of the lenses. I am having an internal struggle between the Sony 18-105 f4 and the tamron 17-70 f2.8
ill be using catalyst browse the help out my shaky hands for video. but I don't know if the tamron will record the gyroscopic data. as the man with all the wisdom. will the tamron lens make the happy with the catalyst browse? this is my upgrade from the kit lens. wanting extra clarity, better light for photos but still vlog. helps having the little bit more zoom zoom.
the Tamron will work great with catalyst because it is an autofocus lens. 17-70 2.8 will be an amazing upgrade from the kit
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis awesome. I thought it might. But didn’t want to find out the hard way. Thanks mate. Legend. Keep up the good work
Great video Mark! So many great lenses to choose from! I think you had mistakenly put in text that the Sony 16 - 55mm G lens has OSS, but it does not (yet another reason to not get that lens over the Sigma or Tamron counterparts)
Shoot!! knew I’d miss something 🤣
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis No worries it was a very comprehensive review with great information!
Really informative video 📸. Cleared lots of doubt
Hey Great video. I went with the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 with the adapter from 7artisans to go from E mount to FE mount. Very good detail and I'm using it for my talking head videos.
I'm going to be in NYC this weekend for work. May have to stop into B&H and grab that Tamron 18-300mm since I don't own a telephoto lens yet.
Hi Mark, great video! What do you think is better for videos and quality on the ZV-e10, tamron 17-70 or sigma 18-50?
Thanks for the Thanks - Too kind!! Both lenses are fantastic and will be equal in quality. The Tamron gives you more versatility with that wider zoom range, but the Sigma is so small and light and can do very closeup photography. It really depends on your preference.
Pretty good review. I'm just starting out and this channel has been very useful
i am having a hard time figuring out my dang camera settings and right lense for zve10. i am very animated and when i film my talking head videos the auto focus is terrible to the point i cant use them!! ive tried the sigma 16 and the kit lense etc..
sounds like you have product showcase mode on. make sure that’s off (trash can button) and make sure face and eye autofocus is on. as long as you’re not in a very dark room, it will have perfect autofocus. check out my video on zv-e10 video settings
Thank you so much Mark! very helpful :)
Bro! your so funny, and informative😅 This channel is really cool man!👌
Thank you - I appreciate that!!
Your channel is great 👏👏🚀🚀
I love your videos about the little Doug! Watching them all several times (😀) helped me to make a decision to get one myself and what lenses to get with it so thank you for that. I would love to see the dji mic setup on zv-e10, maybe you will consider 🥹 keep up the good job!
I’m going to try the Sigma 18-50 on ZVE1. It is my favorite camera. I know it has only 12 megapixels, but the photos blew me away. I think the A6700 is going back.
The ZV-E1 is excellent!!
Saving up for fx30 and sony 18-105mm pz G as my first "real" camera. Primarily to develop my reel and practice filmmaking.
Thinking sigma trio as an upgrade if I get good. Primarily for portraits, product photography and interviews.
What you think?
THANK YOU SO MUCH for this video!! I learned a loooooot from this, appreciate it!!
If you wait for an amazon sale, you should find the sony 55-210mm for less than 200
What a great video, so helpful - thanks man 👌🏻
Thank you, Mark! Fantastic!!! I just bought the Sony 55-210 for 167€ ($181USD) on Amazon Germany :)
wow!!
Agree 100% about the Sigma 16mm. I just bought the Sigma 20 1.4 Art Lense and the 16 HANGS with that lens that costs almost three times as much!
Bro that sigma 20mm 1.4 is MASSIVE. I have the same lens
Thank You. Great Video!
What lenses would you buy for filmmaking on the FX30?
Sony 15mm 1.4 - Sigma 23mm if I had to pick two
Hi Mark, what would you recommend for a rookie with a ZvE10 looking to do macro / bug photography? I have the kit lense Sigma 30 and Sony 11 already and looking to add one more. Great videos!
there is the amazing sony 90mm macro lens - but that is a bit pricey. the Sigma 18-50 f2.8 can actually do macro work - give that one a check
Thanks for taking the time to be so concise and honest. If I were in America I'd click on your affiliate links as a way of saying thank you.
Not that you have to - but all my links are international 👍
Hey Mark, which lenses do you think would be best for outdoor vlogging and scenery work on my Sony ZV-E10.
The Sony 11mm f.8 is the best vlogging lens in my opinion. amzn.to/3pHhqaA
As always a great video, very helpful 👌. I was surprised that you didn't mentioned the 18-135mm f3.5-5.6 OSS. I would be interesting to know why as I use it as all-around lens when traveling light.
I am going to swap out my 18-135mm lens I ordered for the 15mm f/1.4 lens.
Respect fully love your sense of humor.
Thanks for this video. I was definitely looking at that 15mm f1.4 as that seems to be the best for what I need it for. So when my new camera bundle comes in i’ll turn in the lens that came with it and get that one instead.
Love this guy… keep up the great reviews man! 😄
Thanks, will do!
i got the 11mm f1.8 for only 460$ equivalent and im soo happy grate price, it has been incresed to 650 in my country and i must say i got it for a banger price
good deal for sure!!
Great video! Sigma trio + sigma 18-50 are most likely what 95% of people need unless you’re into wildlife photography. Any thoughts on buying a gimbal vs. a 360 camera? Thinking that the latter could boost creative shots beyond what a gimbal could do.
It's always nice to have an action cam or a 360 for variety - especially if you're moving around a lot
Hi, great video, Thank you for the recommandation. I will shoot mainly wedding videos on an FX30. do you think getting the sigma 18-50, the sigma 30mm and the sigma 56mm is too much ? like 2 of them can be enough ? thanks
I would just get the 18-50 for general use and the 56 for those super blurry portraits and closeups.
Thanks for this break down and specs!!
20:24 wow what is this fella he's AMAZING and i kinda want him on a huge canvas print on my wall under blacklight with some psytrance playing :O
Hey Mark thanks for awesome videos. You have helped me with a lot of decisions about camera gear 👌🏻 just curious what laptop/desktop are you using for catalyst browse and editing zv-e10 footage? Keep up the great work!
I am using a 2019 iMac.
Hey Mark-question!! I absolutely love the compactness of the kit lens for the ZV-E10 (the lightweight and low-profile is *perfect* for vlogging). What do you recommend as an upgrade for it that can be just as compact?
Sigma 18-50
I miss two lenses here, maybe you would like to tell some details about these two, as well?
The Viltrox 75 mm f1.2, which i think is a pretty good lens.
And one of the super zoom lenses Sony 200-600 f5.6-6.3, Sigma 150-600 f5.0-6.3 or Tamron 150-500 f5.0-6.7
Hope you're well Mark. Im getting quite a bit of information from you! I clearly have time before I can afford any of these anyway lol.
This is the best yt camera channel
Would love your opinion about a professional cinema lens set for the FX30. Love your videos. Say Hi to Duggie.
I really like what TTArtisans are doing with APSC Cinema lenses. Check out the Vision series: th-cam.com/video/-2CW4LshtXQ/w-d-xo.html
Hello, Mark, great content! 👊 I've been looking at the Sony 35mm 1.8 oss.. You don't recommend it for an aps-c camera? 🤔 Cheers
It can work for sure - this video is about apsc lenses. The 35 will give you almost a 50mm field of view on the ZV-E10. It's a great lens especially if you have full frame cameras too.
Thanks for all your videos youve helped me opt for the zve10. Im going to be shooting car photos and videos(drifting) What lense would you recommend best for this?
Fantastic video!! As always!! Thanks for the info!! I'm thinking on upgrading my kit lens for food video shooting and I think I will go with the Sigma 30mm F1.4 or the Sigma 18-50 F2.8. Your video has been really helpfull for a "camera dumb" as myself!!
Amazing video!!! Thank you so much for making this!!! :)
Glad you liked it!
Great video as always, I have the Sigma trio. The Sony 11mm is tempting. 🤣🤣
I finally broke down and got it 😂
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis LOL, I understand. I literally wasn't expecting that lens from Sony. I am currently good on Sony...wait is that an 11mm? 🤣🤣🤣
Mark I am late to the game but just received a Sony ZV E10 and did get a Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 lens for my travels - however not being truly well versed with the lenses. What would be a good 2nd edition to this lens for my next trip to Italy but wont break the bank like the Tamron 17-70. Love the videos!
Hey! You and other youtubers have convinced me that the zv-e10 is the best camera for me to buy. That decision is made.
Now i'm debating on whether I should buy the kit lens, or another lens. I want to use my camera for "vlogging". I want to film myself in my room, and I want to film myself hiking doing survival stuff at the mountain.
I will also buy a gimble (Moza mini P max).
Do you think I should buy the kit lens, or the Sony 11mm f1.8 lens? I like the idea of having a wide angle lens...
it’s always good to have the kit for a backup and other lens. It can come in handy and buying it with the camera is really cheap. plus, it makes a difference when it’s time to sell the camera.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis oh well! I bought the camera and the lens 20 minutes before I saw your answer... Thank you for your quick answer anyways ahaha I have really been enjoying your videos and I think you are the best at reviewing cameras. Thank you so much for your work
Mark, this is insanely useful! Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
I just love your videos sir.. QUICK QUESTIONS :
My purpose is food and beverage videography in low light conditions eg: at a fancy bar + portrait shots of models else where. So For zv e10 which lense will you strongly recommend? Also
1) is f2.8 good for low light conditions with maybe an extra source of light ?
IF YES THEN
a) with f2.8 should I buy the sigma 18-50 or tamron 17-70?
IF NOT then
Should I buy 2 lenses :
b) sigma 30 mm 1.4 which gives me better f and a
2) song 50mm 1.8 for portrait shorts of models
Please help I’m soooooo confused :(
Thanks I’m advance sir. Big fan !
I would recommend the Sigma 56 for portraits and the 30 for general shooting, you’re going to need that 1.4 I. lower light.
Thanks for your prompt response sir, how ever I still haven’t understood if for food videography which needs closer shots a 56mm or a 30mm will work . Instead of an all purpose lense with lower mm and a f2.8 aperture like an 18-50mm
Love your videos. I am picking up a ZV-E10 and in the relatively near future i will also have a full frame camera and don’t want to buy lenses twice. What lenses would you recommend for full frame that will also be good for APS-C?
Great video, Mark. I am considering the FX30 as a b-camera to the FX3. The Viltrox looks like a great pairing for the camera. thanks for the video. :)
you’re running two systems like me still 😃😃
HI nice work and thanks for your videos. What do you think of the Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* E-mount 24/1,8 and the Sony E 18-200mm f/3,5-6,3 OSS LE? How would they rank among the equivalent you go through in this video? All best
They are both older lenses but will still perform well, especially the 24. the question is if you can find them and how much you can find them for because full price is too expensive
That´s why I asked, because they both appear in my area. Just over 300 american dollars (3200 swedish crowns) the 18-200 and around 380 dollars (4000 crowns) the 24. Considering that a new sigma 16 costs here around 430 dollars...it´s the first objective camera crisis I´m sure you remember!
Great video, I have a Sony a6600 and want to get the Fx30 and a FF camera like the A7S3, AIV, or ARV. It’s all about what I’m willing to spend but I would like to know how much better full frame is than crop sensor in bokeh, low light, and overall image quality. I know going to 10bit color from 8bit would be a step up in overall quality. But it would be great seeing a video comparing full frame to crop sensor. If I upgrade, it would be a huge cost, I just want to know or at least get an idea of how much better it would be.
check out the channel a bit - I very often compare the zv-e10 and fx30 to full frame cameras like the A7iv
Very helpful, thank you buddy! :)
The other day I did a vlogging using the Sony Zve-10 with Active Stabilization and I don’t like the result. I feel the video is shaking a lot. But I also don’t like to balance the gimbal every time Im vlogging. I need to watch some tutorials on Catalys B.
you’re in luck - I’ve done some - I use it all the time!!
Could you please do a video on the Tamron 17-70mm with the sony zv e10? Is it more better to get the sony 18-105 G lens or to go with the tamron? Your videos are so helpful and that little bit of humour you put in is entertaining. love from India🥰