I switched 1.4 to 1.8 about three weeks ago. I was so scared when I started this video but in the end I almost cried for your conclusion. Thanks, you made me a happy sunday. 😅👍 (My wife says size doesn’t matter but I think smaller one doesn’t harm your wrist so much. That’s the biggest benefit in Sony 😁)
I'm working on my review of the F1.2 and the focus was baffling me beyond belief, it feels like pulling focus is a lottery every time, thought I was going crazy.. knew you'd have the answer haha.
This is one of the best reviews period. Thank you so much. I absolutely loved the opaque overlay on the lazy Susan displaying the difference in size. Such a clean look.
I have been waiting to make my decision on which lens to buy for your review. Hands down the best gear reviews! You go over things no one else talks about and things I'm looking for. You also have a great way of describing things. Thank you!
..as are alsi, for istance: Lens Rentals (see comparison f1.2 35mm..) Justin Abbott (in general) phillipreeve.net very 'nice' www.the-digital-picture.com also extensive amazing online tools.. some others. AND I like Gerald Undone too :-)
YAAYYY! i just sold my sigma 35 f1.4 and picked up the sony 35 f 1.8. For me you can't been the size and weight of that sony. My bag is so much lighter now I got rid of my sigma lenses. Fantastic review! you nailed all the important points and summed it up perfectly at the end. ( maybe im biased ) haha
@@glenntay8002 yeah the sony 35 is nice. definitely so much smaller and lighter. but i feel you can tell a difference between the f1.4 and f1.8. I probably prefer the sigmas image quality better,. but i think it comes down to size/weight while still getting a great lens
Seeing the title made me nervous - I pre ordered and just received the Sony 35mm 1.8. I love it and that's all that matters, but I'm still happy you're a fan as well and your detailed tests help me to be at peace with my choice. Thanks for all you do! I'm better at what I do because if it.
I didnt like the lens due to distortion, but I tell you, I really warmed up to it, even more than my 35's. It's really hard to pull the trigger on the 35 with the 28 being so handy.
LoCa is strong on the sony 1.8 and pretty ok on the sigma 1.2 . As a photographer rather than a videographer, that's a deal-breaker for me. LoCa is no fun to correct.
Sony controlling distortion for native lenses in camera before they baking raw file. You have to dismount lens just a tiny bit till contacts will be disconnected from the lens and body to see real distortion on sony lenses
@@zemanns it’s the Distortion slider under the Lens Correction tab. You can choose exactly how much correction you want applied. I often set it at 50%. And pretty regularly ramp it up to 100 or down to 0, depending on my lens/composition.
This was a great video. I agree the sony 1.8 is the best 35 mm. Personally I switched to the mirrorless camera for its size. The 35 1.8 really allows you to keep a compact setup and still take great images. It's about the same size as a 55 zeiss.
MediaLook I have all three. I do not recommend the 55. I will be selling mine. Is it great? Hell yea it is. I just don’t think you will use it much due to having those other lenses. I don’t know your needs or what you shot but your portfolio will be better served showing a 35 and 85 focal length. If you are good on a 2nd body, lighting, etc. then go for it. It is flawless for sure.
Elliot W. I'm replacing my Sony to EOS R5 once it will be on the market. Already switched the Sony FS5 to Canon C200 so to late Sony. You've been doing well but time to move on.
This video helped me so much. There are SO many different 35 mm lenses and I was finding myself going to over 10-15 videos to pick out pieces but then left more confused. Thank you for getting right to the point with all of the facts and having it all in one video.
Really appreciate these tests. One strange thing is in the ghosting department. The Sony has a number of vibrant green ghosts that appear with flare. I first noticed it just taking photos with the sun in the frame, then easily duplicated it with my phone flash as you did. Duplicated on another copy in an electronics store. Just an FYI to anyone out there.
Heard from another reviewer that the sony has similar quality control issues with the 1.8 like with the 1.4 Zeis. I want to go for the 1.8 but my gut is telling me to go for the sigma art. Its a hard one.
Superb review and comparison. Concise, clear, perceptive, to the point - every bit of information was relevant and nothing over looked as far as I can tell. Comparison well thought out. No jokes, no stories about the location or the weather, no long loud introduction. Perfect. Thanks very much!!!
I’m still exploring the idea of doing photography as a hobby, don’t even own a camera other than the one on my phone. But, having watched every photography “guru” on TH-cam, it seems like, I’m very impressed with the video quality (to be expected given the theme of the channel) but more so I’m impressed with the level of detail and the way you’ve presented it, bravo.
This is the comparison video I've been looking for. I was thinking the Sigma 1.4 for the longest time, but just found out the Sony 1.8 is probably the better choice for video work. Think I'm going to end up getting that instead. Thanks for making up my mind for me!
I went from the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 to the Sony f1.8 and I don't regret it at all. The size and weight completely justifies getting the Sony over the Sigma for me. The slightly wider aperture and tiny bit better corner sharpness just isn't worth having to carry that extra size and weight around.
Gerald, check the philipreeve review, the 1.2 produces much better bokeh than the 1.4 despite only 1/3 stop difference. You buy the 1.2 for the magic bokeh. Not only is there more blur, but quality is better. Way too much time spent on sharpness, not enough at typical shooting distance. Instead, bokeh was an afterthought. The 1.8 should be first choice if only one lens.
Videography is not important to me, so the 1.2 is the runaway winner here. It’s a very unique look that 1.2 provides. Been using it for a couple of months now and the autofocus and sharpness are sensational.
Wow! I watch a lot of photo/video gear reviews on TH-cam and this was by far one of the best video I've watched! I love your thoughtfulness. I can see that you made a plan before shooting (e.g. before/after the firmware update), your explanations and the transitions of topics is seamless. Thanks for this great review and comparison, subscribed!
Great video! I unfortunately can't lose the 2/3 stops to go to the 35mm f1.8 from my Sigma 35mm f1.4, because I do a fair amount of extreme low light work. But the Sony seems like a great piece of kit, especially for the weather sealing and lighter weight.
The more reviews I view on the 35mm 1.8, the more point in the direction, that it is the go to lens. I'm definitely getting this myself. One thing I have to notice with this video, is that Aperture, is the perceived size of the Aperture when viewed from the front. It is NOT a way to measure or compare light. We can argue that it has theoretical stops that make it supposedly faster, but Aperture values aren't T values and they shouldn't be mixed. Several low budget lenses at 1.8 have better light transmission than 1.4 lenses due to have less amounts of glass blocking light.
Thank you for a definitive conclusion out of a comparison! More often than not, photographers looking for reviews on gear need that definite stand more than the "depends on what suits you best" BS from other sources. Cheers 🥃
in-depth and well-organized review! Thank you. i usually tap out at anything on YT over 10 mins but you're well worth it most of the time. Sony it is. (happy the smallest lens won - cannot stand to carry heavy monsters aropund) Cheers mate.
The Sigma lenses generally manage a worse T-stop than the F-stop. Probably has to do with the long lens barrels with loads of lens elements that they use to get their impressive sharpness. The old Sigma 50/1.4 contemporary actually has a better T-stop than the newer Art 50/1.4
If you have time for unreasonable requests, could you do an aperture series with the 1.8 at mfd? There have been a lot of reviews that mention the CF performance only in passing, and the most definite thing I've read was Ken Rockwell's saying the lens performs better stopped down. This was a great comparison btw. Focus demonstration was the first I've seen of either lens.
I just upgraded from a Sony a6000 to a7 iii, already had the Sony 85mm 1.8, sold my Sigma 18-35mm, and replaced that with a Samyang 35mm 1.4. I knew the shortcomings of the Samyang, but for $400, I'm happy with it.
Odd that you omit the Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 pancake lens in this comparison, a genuine bargain for the Sony system, the only thing between it and the Zeiss 35mm F2.8 is about $400 and marginally better build on the Zeiss, sharpness is very similar.
@@bazzie85 Did't say it would just commenting on the fact that Gerald talked about the F2.8 Zeiss but omitted to mention the excellent Samyang F2.8, which makes up for it's 2 stop disadvantage by being incredibly portable, cheap and sharp. As a discrete street shooter, even in urban low light, the iso performance + IBIS of the latest cameras makes it work a treat.
I must have gotten a great version of the rokinon 35mm 1.4, because my copy is so so sharp and auto focus is great. No big flaring issues and almost no chromatic abberation
Thanks, we have a winner. I shoot video, don't click stills and I have been using Sony broadcast cams since 1988. Can you say M-7 with a roll cable to a portable 3/4" deck worn on your hip like a giant six gun while following police who were chasing bad guys in South Central LA back in the day, ha ha. I built out a FX6 as my all new Cops and Robbers ride-along camera, spectacular. I was searching for the right 35mm when I got the DJI RSC2... looked at the same three lenses (leaning to the Sony). Was good to hear what you thought. I was close to the same conclusion. You gave me a lot more info that I had dug up, being that i haven't gone hands on with any of them yet. I'm going with the Sony 35mm 1.8. Thanks Gerald. P.S. my Sony's have survived the most extreme conditions, including I.E.D.s and kept on ticking, lol.
Gerald, as usual your videos are epic. From someone that has tried just about every 35mm focal lens available, I have to tell you that the best ever made is the new Tamrom 35mm f1.4.. as in, optical perfection, period. Unfortunately, its not available for e-mount and using it on my a7RIII with a Metabones EF adapter, drastically downgrades autofocus performance compared to anything native.. but thats the way it goes. If you have the opportunity to try it, you'll be enlightened. Thanks for the video and insight as always. PS - ..and I fully agree with you on the Sony/Zeiss 35mm f1.4 being tragic. I had one and was positively T H E worse 35mm lens I ever got my hands on, from any brand, at any price.. simply unusable at any f-stop. And I never touched Zeiss glass again nor have any intent to change mind :)
I'm a big fan of Sigma lenses, though since I've bought the Sony 85mm 1.8 lens I feel like I should buy lighter lenses like that one and maybe sell my Sigma lenses. I have the Sigma 20mm 1.4 which I'm selling, the 35mm 1.4 and 50mm 1.4 which I might sell as well.
The best review I have seen lately. I had my mind made up, and you have confirmed it with arguments that I completely agree with. Thanks for your time and objectivity.
Gerald you may have to do this again....Samyang have just released a 'tiny' 35mm f/1.8 E-Mount lens.... I dont know if I can justify spending the extra mula on the sony lens with the Samyang out
Good review Gerald. Id have to respectfully disagree with some of it though. The bokeh 'quality' is significantly better with the 1.2 even if they were shot at the same aperture. Im not just talking a 100% view of a specular highlights but actual out of focus areas in an image. Ive owned or used them all thoroughly myself in real word shooting. The Sony 1.8 has some significant flaws and doesn't really have that magic look to it. Its functional as a 35mm and mostly very sharp but lacks something. I love the size and use though. The 1.4 has some rather 'jaggy' bokeh on many subjects but is plenty sharp even wide open. The only negative with the 1.2 is its size. It produced easily the nicest images and ones with a real magical quality especially when printed rather then pixel peeped. Maybe you can tell how much I love that lens! (1.2) Mine is dagger sharp across the frame from wide open. I just love it :-)
Can yo do "I'm in a sweeeeet spot. Let's get undone done dun dun dunnnnnn" Yes, I made a good choice having the Sigma f1.4, my heart is now calm. Thanks Gerald! ^^,Y
Great video! I had the Sigma 35 1.4 and sold it, weight and size was a bit too much for me. Those 665g for the Sigma 1.4 correspond to the canon version. The Sony version weights 740g (no caps or hood).
@@andrewmckenley5355 I don't own it so I don't have any experience with it, I bought a batis 40. But people say that the sony 35 1.8 FE has pretty bad CA in some situations.
This shows how good the Sony 35 1.8 is for the size and price. It's funny how Sony lenses are kinda underrated. And Sigma did shoot itself in the foot when they decided not to make a clear distinction between lenses designed from the ground up for mirrorless mounts and the ones that were simply adapted from old DSLR designs.
HI, I see you have the 40mm art, Can you make a comparison between 35mm 1.2 and the 40mm 1.4 please?? I think a lot of persons can be interested in what to chose because all reviews say the 35 1.2 is more like a 36 or 37mm lens
@@RiceCake-ep9gu I have the 90mm macro with a few tubes. Gives 1.3:1 but loses infinity focus. I'm keen to see the laowa 100mm compared especially to see if TTL flash works.
Picked up the Sony and love it. Was super handy a couple of nights ago at a concert. I was there to film basically on stage and it was so nice on the gimbal. Nailed focus 95% of the time, if not more like 99% of the time
Thanks for the review of the different lens. Not being a Pro with no intention of going that route, my main goal was to look for an over all lens that I could jst leave on my Sony a7 iii for the most part to handle my day to day photography needs, so I think I'm gona order the Sigma 1.4 lens especially after you commented on the new firmware update which was one of the negative comments I read & was concerned abt.
can you do "I'm Gerald Undone and you guys don't know it, but I film these videos without wearing pants". Yeah, 35MM is 100% my favorite focal length. I've been using the Tamron 28-75 @ 2.8 and just setting it to 35mm. But I've been seriously considering getting a 35mm prime. Maybe since I'm on a tripod usually the 35mm 1.4 Sigma is best. Usually any time I'm playing around on the gimbal I'm trying to get as wide as possible. I don't think I'd need the 35mm 1.8, for gimbal use at all.
I've got the Sigma 35mm f1.2 for L MOUNT (Panasonic S1) and I can confirm that the AF motors are equally noisy/busy, even in photo mode when selecting "Quick AF" in the menus (since this feature seems to always hunt for subjects, it's no surprise the motors are always active). The only lenses are are super quiet and fast with AF on the S cameras are the S PRO line, which have those linear focus drive motors and are blazing fast. Here's to hoping SIGMA releases some sort of firmware update for the 1.2 for L MOUNT, as it's an otherwise solid lens with gorgeous image quality. I just wish the AF were more reliable (I know part of this is the Lumix series' fault too, of course).
I switched 1.4 to 1.8 about three weeks ago. I was so scared when I started this video but in the end I almost cried for your conclusion. Thanks, you made me a happy sunday. 😅👍
(My wife says size doesn’t matter but I think smaller one doesn’t harm your wrist so much. That’s the biggest benefit in Sony 😁)
I'm working on my review of the F1.2 and the focus was baffling me beyond belief, it feels like pulling focus is a lottery every time, thought I was going crazy.. knew you'd have the answer haha.
How are you liking the lens so far?
Gerald Undone it’s been returned to Sigma now.. very sad haha but I loved it, incredibly sharp. Trying the FP now!
This is one of the best reviews period. Thank you so much. I absolutely loved the opaque overlay on the lazy Susan displaying the difference in size. Such a clean look.
Really appreciate that. Thank you! 😃
Wow! This is the comparison i am actually looking for and you just uploaded it! The timing is impeccable! 😱🤯👏👏👍👍
Gerald Undone is affecting the Stock market everytime he does a lens review :D
Hahaha, the ending "Feel free to hit the dislike button twice" got me 😂😂
Awesomely clear presentation of the results! Yet you are not carried away by that - keeping them in an overall context of usability. Love it.
I have been waiting to make my decision on which lens to buy for your review.
Hands down the best gear reviews! You go over things no one else talks about and things I'm looking for. You also have a great way of describing things.
Thank you!
Thanks, Paul. Glad it's helpful. Cheers!
..as are alsi, for istance:
Lens Rentals
(see comparison f1.2 35mm..)
Justin Abbott
(in general)
phillipreeve.net
very 'nice'
www.the-digital-picture.com
also extensive amazing online tools..
some others. AND I like Gerald Undone too :-)
YAAYYY! i just sold my sigma 35 f1.4 and picked up the sony 35 f 1.8. For me you can't been the size and weight of that sony. My bag is so much lighter now I got rid of my sigma lenses. Fantastic review! you nailed all the important points and summed it up perfectly at the end. ( maybe im biased ) haha
hey! im considering doing the same! pls tell me how is it so far and is it worth doing so?
@@glenntay8002 yeah the sony 35 is nice. definitely so much smaller and lighter. but i feel you can tell a difference between the f1.4 and f1.8. I probably prefer the sigmas image quality better,. but i think it comes down to size/weight while still getting a great lens
your intro is the only one i'm willing to watch among all photography/videography channels intros..... well camera conspiracy too
Seeing the title made me nervous - I pre ordered and just received the Sony 35mm 1.8. I love it and that's all that matters, but I'm still happy you're a fan as well and your detailed tests help me to be at peace with my choice. Thanks for all you do! I'm better at what I do because if it.
Thanks, Jeff. That means a lot. Cheers!
The Art! The only thing bigger is my smile when I'm using it. If I see people sticking my pics right in their eyeballs I'll switch lol.
Thanks Gerald.
5:17 that video transition on the face made me feel like i was tripping lmao
lol he tried.
you watch gerald what
That was a really professional video, lots of information, exactly what I was looking for, thank you!
That transmission comparison is a big deal. Awesome job going into that level of detail! Impressive.
This is really an excellent comparison for anyone in the market for a E-mount 35mm. Thanks for your analysis.
One of my favorite channels for correct and accurate information. Thank you Gerald!
TBH I prefer the 28mm f2 over the 35mm for general walkaround lens. Plus it's cheaper & super compact
I didnt like the lens due to distortion, but I tell you, I really warmed up to it, even more than my 35's. It's really hard to pull the trigger on the 35 with the 28 being so handy.
Well there are no we’re close in quality. The 35mm is on another league and the 28mm is one of oldest sony lens. Hope they will make a 20/24mm
@@denyxrunner Its coming
I hated the Sony 28mm personally. Not that sharp, distortion and CA.
That Sigma is tempting, size is important!! 😊
LoCa is strong on the sony 1.8 and pretty ok on the sigma 1.2 . As a photographer rather than a videographer, that's a deal-breaker for me. LoCa is no fun to correct.
Sony controlling distortion for native lenses in camera before they baking raw file. You have to dismount lens just a tiny bit till contacts will be disconnected from the lens and body to see real distortion on sony lenses
Tomas Ramoska only in Lightroom/photoshop. You can easily turn it off in Capture One.
isn't there an in camera setting?
@@WesPerry what is name of this turn on off button?
@@zemanns it’s the Distortion slider under the Lens Correction tab. You can choose exactly how much correction you want applied. I often set it at 50%. And pretty regularly ramp it up to 100 or down to 0, depending on my lens/composition.
This was a great video. I agree the sony 1.8 is the best 35 mm. Personally I switched to the mirrorless camera for its size. The 35 1.8 really allows you to keep a compact setup and still take great images. It's about the same size as a 55 zeiss.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Tori. Cheers! 🤓👍
This is the best video on TH-cam comparing these lenses!
Sony 35mm f/1.8 is another fe 85 1.8， compact and reliable
Both like the FE 55mm F1.8 Zeiss, just without the $250 sticker on the side. :)
I have both :) Now thinking about 55 1.8. it would be great if Sony would release something ultra wide in this price range and size.
MediaLook I have all three. I do not recommend the 55. I will be selling mine. Is it great? Hell yea it is. I just don’t think you will use it much due to having those other lenses. I don’t know your needs or what you shot but your portfolio will be better served showing a 35 and 85 focal length. If you are good on a 2nd body, lighting, etc. then go for it. It is flawless for sure.
@@Medialook and sony just announced the 20mm 1.8, you're in luck
Elliot W. I'm replacing my Sony to EOS R5 once it will be on the market. Already switched the Sony FS5 to Canon C200 so to late Sony. You've been doing well but time to move on.
the 35 mm of sony is beautiful. such a gem in such a small package. its a joy to take photos with the lens.
This video helped me so much. There are SO many different 35 mm lenses and I was finding myself going to over 10-15 videos to pick out pieces but then left more confused. Thank you for getting right to the point with all of the facts and having it all in one video.
I would love for you to cover the Sony 16-35mm. Thank you for these reviews!
Really appreciate these tests. One strange thing is in the ghosting department. The Sony has a number of vibrant green ghosts that appear with flare. I first noticed it just taking photos with the sun in the frame, then easily duplicated it with my phone flash as you did. Duplicated on another copy in an electronics store. Just an FYI to anyone out there.
Smaller size is a great advantage in my book. From the 3 in the video, I would choose the Sony.
Rokinon 35 1.4 AF is what I would get: faster, cheaper, AF just as quick as native lens in still shooting.
I got terrible purple fringing issues with the sigma 1.2 put me right off, I’m going to return and get the Sony 1.8 too
Heard from another reviewer that the sony has similar quality control issues with the 1.8 like with the 1.4 Zeis. I want to go for the 1.8 but my gut is telling me to go for the sigma art. Its a hard one.
Superb review and comparison. Concise, clear, perceptive, to the point - every bit of information was relevant and nothing over looked as far as I can tell. Comparison well thought out. No jokes, no stories about the location or the weather, no long loud introduction. Perfect. Thanks very much!!!
Great lens breakdown, as usual. Thanks for all the work you put into these.
I’m still exploring the idea of doing photography as a hobby, don’t even own a camera other than the one on my phone. But, having watched every photography “guru” on TH-cam, it seems like, I’m very impressed with the video quality (to be expected given the theme of the channel) but more so I’m impressed with the level of detail and the way you’ve presented it, bravo.
can you do "I'm Gerald Undone and I'm a polar bear"
This is the comparison video I've been looking for. I was thinking the Sigma 1.4 for the longest time, but just found out the Sony 1.8 is probably the better choice for video work. Think I'm going to end up getting that instead. Thanks for making up my mind for me!
I went from the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 to the Sony f1.8 and I don't regret it at all. The size and weight completely justifies getting the Sony over the Sigma for me. The slightly wider aperture and tiny bit better corner sharpness just isn't worth having to carry that extra size and weight around.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Robert!
Damn, another helpful video. Truly appreciate these in depth reviews and analysis
Thanks, Nick. 😀🙏
Perfect timing. I have been looking for these comparison among those 35mm lens. Thank you so much Gerald.
Gerald, check the philipreeve review, the 1.2 produces much better bokeh than the 1.4 despite only 1/3 stop difference. You buy the 1.2 for the magic bokeh. Not only is there more blur, but quality is better. Way too much time spent on sharpness, not enough at typical shooting distance. Instead, bokeh was an afterthought.
The 1.8 should be first choice if only one lens.
Btw I don’t mean to rag on you, big fan, I think you lost sight of why one would get a fast 35. I do agree that the 1.8 is extremely attractive.
Thank you for putting such a comprehensive comparison of these lenses. I purchased the Sony 35mm f/1.8 based on your review.
Videography is not important to me, so the 1.2 is the runaway winner here. It’s a very unique look that 1.2 provides. Been using it for a couple of months now and the autofocus and sharpness are sensational.
This is probably the most useful review on the Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 (for video use) on TH-cam. Thanks for testing the AF sound as well!
Damn nice video! Can we get one comparing the sigma 14-24, tam 17-28 and Sony 16-35? 🙏
Wow! I watch a lot of photo/video gear reviews on TH-cam and this was by far one of the best video I've watched! I love your thoughtfulness. I can see that you made a plan before shooting (e.g. before/after the firmware update), your explanations and the transitions of topics is seamless. Thanks for this great review and comparison, subscribed!
Great video! I unfortunately can't lose the 2/3 stops to go to the 35mm f1.8 from my Sigma 35mm f1.4, because I do a fair amount of extreme low light work. But the Sony seems like a great piece of kit, especially for the weather sealing and lighter weight.
The more reviews I view on the 35mm 1.8, the more point in the direction, that it is the go to lens. I'm definitely getting this myself.
One thing I have to notice with this video, is that Aperture, is the perceived size of the Aperture when viewed from the front. It is NOT a way to measure or compare light. We can argue that it has theoretical stops that make it supposedly faster, but Aperture values aren't T values and they shouldn't be mixed.
Several low budget lenses at 1.8 have better light transmission than 1.4 lenses due to have less amounts of glass blocking light.
I just got the Sony 35 on an impulse buy and came to your review to start checking it out. I’m very glad I pulled the trigger on it!
Thank you for a definitive conclusion out of a comparison! More often than not, photographers looking for reviews on gear need that definite stand more than the "depends on what suits you best" BS from other sources. Cheers 🥃
17min of a very very very lucid comparison. Thanks for that, Gerald!
Just ordered the Sony 35mm 1.8 based on this review! Thanks for all your work, you do an amazing job
Great video! I think I will go for the Sony 35 1.8 too. I believe size is the key decision point as price is pretty similar.
You don't know how much I appreciate your professional videos !
Thank you a lot !!!!!!!!!
in-depth and well-organized review! Thank you. i usually tap out at anything on YT over 10 mins but you're well worth it most of the time. Sony it is. (happy the smallest lens won - cannot stand to carry heavy monsters aropund) Cheers mate.
The Sigma lenses generally manage a worse T-stop than the F-stop. Probably has to do with the long lens barrels with loads of lens elements that they use to get their impressive sharpness.
The old Sigma 50/1.4 contemporary actually has a better T-stop than the newer Art 50/1.4
If you have time for unreasonable requests, could you do an aperture series with the 1.8 at mfd? There have been a lot of reviews that mention the CF performance only in passing, and the most definite thing I've read was Ken Rockwell's saying the lens performs better stopped down.
This was a great comparison btw. Focus demonstration was the first I've seen of either lens.
Great review. I went with the 35/1.8 to go along with my A9. It's the ultimate family combo!
I just upgraded from a Sony a6000 to a7 iii, already had the Sony 85mm 1.8, sold my Sigma 18-35mm, and replaced that with a Samyang 35mm 1.4. I knew the shortcomings of the Samyang, but for $400, I'm happy with it.
I would get the sony just because it's compact and autofocus, but i dont really the sony 35,50,85 1.8 because it handles colour fringing badly
I LOVE my Sony Zeiss 35mm 1.4.
Zeiss 35mm 1.4 or sigma 35mm 1.2 i'm undecided
@@alejandrocuervo7490 You'll have a better chance at getting a good copy with the sigma
Odd that you omit the Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 pancake lens in this comparison, a genuine bargain for the Sony system, the only thing between it and the Zeiss 35mm F2.8 is about $400 and marginally better build on the Zeiss, sharpness is very similar.
Anyone in the market for a lens that performs optimally in low light would not be looking at an f2.8 lens. It's too slow.
@@bazzie85 Did't say it would just commenting on the fact that Gerald talked about the F2.8 Zeiss but omitted to mention the excellent Samyang F2.8, which makes up for it's 2 stop disadvantage by being incredibly portable, cheap and sharp. As a discrete street shooter, even in urban low light, the iso performance + IBIS of the latest cameras makes it work a treat.
@@ceddo2511 fair enough.
Thoughts on the Sony 35mm 1.8 vs the Batís 40mm 2.0?
I must have gotten a great version of the rokinon 35mm 1.4, because my copy is so so sharp and auto focus is great. No big flaring issues and almost no chromatic abberation
the samyang 35mm 1.4 is one of my favorite lenses of all time for both video and photography. A little big but beautifuL!
I just picked up a used Samyang 35mm f/1.4 for half the price of the Sigma. Works beautifully!
@@katlis i have the 35 and 85, thinking of adding the 50!
Adding some annotations showing which lens is which to your comparisons would be super helpful.
Thanks, we have a winner. I shoot video, don't click stills and I have been using Sony broadcast cams since 1988. Can you say M-7 with a roll cable to a portable 3/4" deck worn on your hip like a giant six gun while following police who were chasing bad guys in South Central LA back in the day, ha ha. I built out a FX6 as my all new Cops and Robbers ride-along camera, spectacular. I was searching for the right 35mm when I got the DJI RSC2... looked at the same three lenses (leaning to the Sony). Was good to hear what you thought. I was close to the same conclusion. You gave me a lot more info that I had dug up, being that i haven't gone hands on with any of them yet. I'm going with the Sony 35mm 1.8. Thanks Gerald. P.S. my Sony's have survived the most extreme conditions, including I.E.D.s and kept on ticking, lol.
Happy using my Voigtlander Nokton Asp II f1.2
How do you only have 116k subs? Your videos are so informative, unique and you’re very likable!
I was one of those who kept saying "give us a Sony 35mmF1.8" ..& looks like they have delivered..!!
Gerald, as usual your videos are epic. From someone that has tried just about every 35mm focal lens available, I have to tell you that the best ever made is the new Tamrom 35mm f1.4.. as in, optical perfection, period. Unfortunately, its not available for e-mount and using it on my a7RIII with a Metabones EF adapter, drastically downgrades autofocus performance compared to anything native.. but thats the way it goes. If you have the opportunity to try it, you'll be enlightened. Thanks for the video and insight as always.
PS - ..and I fully agree with you on the Sony/Zeiss 35mm f1.4 being tragic. I had one and was positively T H E worse 35mm lens I ever got my hands on, from any brand, at any price.. simply unusable at any f-stop. And I never touched Zeiss glass again nor have any intent to change mind :)
Thanks, mate! I wish that Tamron would come in E-mount. 😃
This review was perfect. Solid, covered all points and compared the best and worst features of each option. Thank you.
I'm a big fan of Sigma lenses, though since I've bought the Sony 85mm 1.8 lens I feel like I should buy lighter lenses like that one and maybe sell my Sigma lenses. I have the Sigma 20mm 1.4 which I'm selling, the 35mm 1.4 and 50mm 1.4 which I might sell as well.
How much would you sell the Sigma 35 for?
This review is amazing! So thorough, precise and to the point!
You are slowly becoming one of my favorite youtubers
The best review I have seen lately. I had my mind made up, and you have confirmed it with arguments that I completely agree with. Thanks for your time and objectivity.
Thanks! I was trying to decide between these two.
Gerald you may have to do this again....Samyang have just released a 'tiny' 35mm f/1.8 E-Mount lens.... I dont know if I can justify spending the extra mula on the sony lens with the Samyang out
Got the 1.2 for L-Mount and happy with it. Mainly chose it to have the best possible AF. Not a lot of choices on L mount yet though ;)
Good review Gerald. Id have to respectfully disagree with some of it though. The bokeh 'quality' is significantly better with the 1.2 even if they were shot at the same aperture. Im not just talking a 100% view of a specular highlights but actual out of focus areas in an image.
Ive owned or used them all thoroughly myself in real word shooting. The Sony 1.8 has some significant flaws and doesn't really have that magic look to it. Its functional as a 35mm and mostly very sharp but lacks something. I love the size and use though.
The 1.4 has some rather 'jaggy' bokeh on many subjects but is plenty sharp even wide open.
The only negative with the 1.2 is its size. It produced easily the nicest images and ones with a real magical quality especially when printed rather then pixel peeped. Maybe you can tell how much I love that lens! (1.2) Mine is dagger sharp across the frame from wide open. I just love it :-)
Thanks for the kind words. Appreciate you sharing your thoughts. I'm glad you're enjoying the lens! Cheers.
Gerald, your reviews are always spot on. This one is no different. Thank you!
Incredible review my dear respect sir! Regards from Switzerland
Can yo do "I'm in a sweeeeet spot. Let's get undone done dun dun dunnnnnn"
Yes, I made a good choice having the Sigma f1.4, my heart is now calm. Thanks Gerald! ^^,Y
Great video! I had the Sigma 35 1.4 and sold it, weight and size was a bit too much for me. Those 665g for the Sigma 1.4 correspond to the canon version. The Sony version weights 740g (no caps or hood).
Was it that bad?
@@andrewmckenley5355 it was ok, but it was a bit too large and heavy for me.
@@M_LittleRivers is the purple fringing bad on the sony?
@@andrewmckenley5355 I don't own it so I don't have any experience with it, I bought a batis 40. But people say that the sony 35 1.8 FE has pretty bad CA in some situations.
I was so waiting for this video!!
This shows how good the Sony 35 1.8 is for the size and price. It's funny how Sony lenses are kinda underrated.
And Sigma did shoot itself in the foot when they decided not to make a clear distinction between lenses designed from the ground up for mirrorless mounts and the ones that were simply adapted from old DSLR designs.
HI, I see you have the 40mm art, Can you make a comparison between 35mm 1.2 and the 40mm 1.4 please??
I think a lot of persons can be interested in what to chose because all reviews say the 35 1.2 is more like a 36 or 37mm lens
Fantastic review. Damn, you’re good at this.
Love your detailed reviews! Thanks once again!
great comparison ! my only concern regarding the 35 1. 8 is the diminished background blur - could you share some photos comparing those ?
Another great video. Please can you do an FE macro lenses comparison? Thanks
@@RiceCake-ep9gu I have the 90mm macro with a few tubes. Gives 1.3:1 but loses infinity focus. I'm keen to see the laowa 100mm compared especially to see if TTL flash works.
Picked up the Sony and love it. Was super handy a couple of nights ago at a concert. I was there to film basically on stage and it was so nice on the gimbal. Nailed focus 95% of the time, if not more like 99% of the time
Splendid! I did tag along the whole schabang. Nevere got bored or fed up. And best of all, it helped me to by my new 35 :-) thx Gerald
B&H must've watched your video and put the Distagon on sale, and now it's a USD cheaper than the Sigma 1.2 Gerald... controlling the market!
Thanks for the review of the different lens. Not being a Pro with no intention of going that route, my main goal was to look for an over all lens that I could jst leave on my Sony a7 iii for the most part to handle my day to day photography needs, so I think I'm gona order the Sigma 1.4 lens especially after you commented on the new firmware update which was one of the negative comments I read & was concerned abt.
Wow! That is one helluva review. Nice work Gerald!
can you do "I'm Gerald Undone and you guys don't know it, but I film these videos without wearing pants". Yeah, 35MM is 100% my favorite focal length. I've been using the Tamron 28-75 @ 2.8 and just setting it to 35mm. But I've been seriously considering getting a 35mm prime. Maybe since I'm on a tripod usually the 35mm 1.4 Sigma is best. Usually any time I'm playing around on the gimbal I'm trying to get as wide as possible. I don't think I'd need the 35mm 1.8, for gimbal use at all.
I suggested that a few videos ago.
Thanks, Gerald. Great job on the video. I bought the Sony 35mm/1.8. Have a great day!
I've got the Sigma 35mm f1.2 for L MOUNT (Panasonic S1) and I can confirm that the AF motors are equally noisy/busy, even in photo mode when selecting "Quick AF" in the menus (since this feature seems to always hunt for subjects, it's no surprise the motors are always active). The only lenses are are super quiet and fast with AF on the S cameras are the S PRO line, which have those linear focus drive motors and are blazing fast. Here's to hoping SIGMA releases some sort of firmware update for the 1.2 for L MOUNT, as it's an otherwise solid lens with gorgeous image quality. I just wish the AF were more reliable (I know part of this is the Lumix series' fault too, of course).
Thanks for sharing. That's good information to know. Cheers!
boy how do i like your lighting of your videos , outstanding quality
Thanks so much! I've changed my studio around to a new set. I hope you like the new shots as well. Cheers!