Sony GM vs Sigma 35mm f1.4 - Can you tell the difference?
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Today we're comparing the Sony GM 35mm f1.4 vs Sigma 35mm f1.4 DG DN Art lens on the Sony A7IV. Let me know what you think of the differences in the comments!
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I am constantly back and forth between these two lenses. So helpful thank you ❤
Great comparison, thanks. I bought the Sigma. It's very sharp and the AF is perfect on the A7 IV. I see no reason to pay twice as much for the Sony. There is no difference in the results.
Great comparison video! I’m glad you included the video but at the end cuz my biggest question was about focus breathing. Thank you!
Well, after using the 35GM on my A7C, I sold the Sigma after a year of use. The major difference is the auto-focus hit rate. The Sigma seemed very accurate for non-moving subjects . In most cases, the target could be locked. However, when shooting kids running around, Sigma was not able to track the subject well. Even if it hit the target well on the camera screen, the photo was still OOF when enlarged. If you need a lens that has better micro contrast and autofocus, you should pick 35GM.
thanks bro this is exactly what ive been searching for. Planning on doing gimble work with this and i want it to have good autofocus.
What about the zeiss as an option
Thank you for your experience sharing.
I own the Sigma 1.4. I think my primary issues are the following: the autofocus doesn't always work (even with still landscapes), there's a bit of a barrel distortion (can be fixed in post), and honestly, I don't think it's particularly sharp.
However: it's a good nighttime lens. I took it to the Grand Canyon in the middle of a dark night. If you use it correctly, you can get distant galaxies with this thing - at ISO 100 with f/1.4 and a 30 second exposure. That's how sensitive it is.
You won't be able to achieve these results with something like an 18-135 f3.5-5.5 kit lens. (That kit lens actually is fairly weak for nightscapes unless you crank it up to ISO 3200 and that's fairly noisy.)
Another cool feature to consider the GM over Sigma’s (or any other third party lens) is that currently only the Sony lenses take advantage of the breathing compensation when shooting video on the a7 IV. Definitely shouldn’t be a dealbreaker for photographers, though.
Having used both as rentals for weddings, the GM auto focus is far more reliable. Ended up buying that one as a result. Results wise very similar though.
Yep I agree!
THIS 100%. I felt like even being 8-12' away with the ART that it struggled when the subjects were in constant movement.
Absolutely agree. The sigma 35mm has single-handedly ruined several photoshoots I’ve done even when trying to be very careful about being in focus. I’d even say it misses focus more than it hits it. Atleast 60% of the photos have missed focus
@@savn1313 were you using version 1 or version 2? I had much better luck hitting focus on Version 2, but it's the movement of the subjects where I felt it lacking to be sticky
@@savn1313 надо было выставить фокус при помощи док станции, винить сигму не в чем, если вы сами ничего не попытались сделать, многие объективы приходится настраивать
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Really loved the video! Thanks Julia❤
Thank you so much!
Very nice work ❤
I have the 35mm GM, I love it. Probably my best purchased lens. Stuck on my camera.
Julia is the best photographer ! 📸
Great video! Do you think that the minimum focusing distance of the Sigma affected the ratio? The GM has a lower minimum focusing distance.
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Thank you!
Very nice comparison, thank you. I went with the GM
Great video Julia. It’s worth also noting for those considering these lenses who also shoot video, the GM takes advantage of the focus breathing compensation in the A7IV. This might not matter to everyone, but the A7IV lends itself to hybrid shooters, and it is a factor. Thanks 😊
Thank you and yes you are right! I have some examples of that in my A7IV camera body review video, even though it slightly crops in the video focus breathing comp works well with the GM 35.
I researched a lot before buying my 35mm to match my a7iv and ended up getting the Sony GM precisely because of the best auto focus in video.
@julia, do you prefer Sigma 35mm f1.4 to Samyang 35mm II (from your recent video)? from what i recall from your previous videos, Samyang lens tend to render warmer color but 35mm f1.4 II (which is great to me), but Samyang 35mm II is slightly heavier and its bokeh has onion ring. Thanks
Remarks - Sigma has recent deals and Samyang/Sigma lens are about the same price.
Great video Julia! Are you planning on doing a review of the new samyang 35mm 1.4 mk ii? I know you mentioned the first version and had nice things to say about them :)
Thank you and yes! I have it with me now and will be working on my review video in the next couple of days :)
Julia: Outstanding review, both artistically and technically. I noticed that the GM tended to be slightly underexposed, while the Sigma tended to be slightly overexposed, across nearly all of your shots. Since you kept everything else constant, I wonder if the Sigma lets a bit more light through (has higher transmissibility) than the GM does? Several of the Sigma newer lenses seem to have this characteristic, and that might account for the difference in contrast that you noted. I shoot with the 35 GM, as well as many other other GM lenses, and I would say that the contrast and detail that I get from the 35 is extremely (surprisingly) similar to that of the 50 1.2 GM and the 135 GM (after adjusting framing to match accordingly). I definitely have no trouble recovering plenty of detail from any of them, and haven't noticed a lack of contrast, but I definitely see the difference you mentioned in your sample shots!
Thank you so much! Yes they probably do let light through a little differently to each other. Like I mentioned I really had to nitpick to find any differences in the image quality as they are so similar. With normal lens use (not shooting the same photos side by side like in this video) I really doubt I would have noticed that change in light/contrast as it is very minimal!
Which one is better for video? Is the autofocus the same in video mode for both?
Julia, what is the link for the lens sigma?
Thank you!
I have the same lens and camera. U still have focus breathing issues with the compensation turned on?
wow You are so amazing photografer, I am deciding to witch one to buy only for video 🤔
What's brand of the "straps" holding both cameras that Julia used in this video?
At first I thought it was due to the angle at which I watched the video, but at the 1:11 position, it was indeed verified that the sigma's graphic distortion was particularly obvious on the model's face. A little wider! Sigma is my favorite lens, but the distortion problem of 35MM DG DN seems serious
Superb Video Julia... Ever since the Sigma 35 DG DN Art came out, I have always said that this lens is the smartest choice given the incredible value for money compared to the Sony!
Thanks so much and I agree depending on the type of photography you do!
What about for video?
I’ve had the Sigma since it was released. Personally, this is my favorite lens - sharp & fast AF… added the price it’s great value. Plus a locking aperture ring is a god send when I the bag it always changes on my 135 GM ( it would be the same on the 35 GM). Again, little reason to save 100 grams and pay $500+ more.
Hi, i bought the sigma also few days ago. Do you know which the latest firware versio or which version are you using ?
how are you recording your screen while shooting?
I like this comparison as a 35mm lover ! but what I really love is the way you using zeiss 35mm :)
Thank you and ahh I miss the Zeiss! I still have it, but usually choose to shoot with the GM version. I should use the Zeiss again soon :)
@@juliatrotti my question is.. why don't u choose zeiss? I wonder your 'WHY '. and again, thank you :) I got inspired by you and your works💕
Julia can You do a test of these lenses in difficult lighting conditions then you can compare the autofocus system.
The video portion was it shot on PP11? It didn’t seem like a log profile
I have the Sigma and I love it. I probably would've bought the Sony if the price were close. I'm using it with the a6500 for my 50mm equivalent 1.4 option. Maybe someday I'll grab a Sony FF and I'll have a nice 35 for it already!
That’s the boat I’m in but it’s possible for me to buy the gm… the extra several hundred dollars really hurts but is it worth it?🤔 (same exact camera as well) how do you feel about your sigma at the moment?
@@SnowyBlizzard if you get paid from photography job, GM all the way to go. If for hobby, sigma is enough. They get your job done. I am using mostly sigma for my sony a7iv
I have colours banding and posterization image .cam you do it some test long exposure exposure in the low light like I did? I'm shooting in raw file ,I use sony GM 35 mm 1.4; My settings it's Iso50 or 100 the aperture it's between 8-16 and shutter speed between 2 sec or Bulb ; I had same settings in a6400 and Panasonic S5. I will be very happy if you'll doing same test in your camera because I don't know it's my camera has some issues or not . Thank you!
Hello, Julia, amazing work! Can you please share how you explore places to shoot, and share some tips with us? Many thanks
Thank you and yes, this would be a fun video to make!
Best Review ever.
The Sigma 35mm 1.4 is a verry good lens, I use it on my Canon 6D II. It gives me beautiful pictures.
Great comparison as always. The Sigma looks to be sharper in some of the photos in my opinion. Love your videos and learn so much.
Thank you, I appreciate it!
The sigma is fairly cheap and awesome, but the GM size, weight and digidirect AU's discounting on the GM sold me.
do we need adapter for sigma lenses to use in sony cameras
Fantastic video like always, thank you. I had a question about how difficult is parking a car around Sydney? You are always filming in so many different locations and I’m curious if parking is difficult. Thank you.
Thank you and it's so funny you brought parking up in this video. Usually I have no problems parking around Sydney as we shoot during the week so its not that busy. But on this day we had to park aaages away and walk pretty far to our location lol there were just NO spots available 😅
when are you gonna try the 20mm 1.8??
Haha, every time I look at her looking at the back screen to take photos, I would remind myself that I am the viewfinder generation : )
Fantastic energy. Fantastic content. :)
Thanks so much :D
@@juliatrotti :D :)
Which one it better for you? Samyang 35 1.4 II or the Sigma 35mm 1.4 DGDN?
I just got the sigma lens for my A7IV and Ive noticed slight vignetting around the corners of my pictures. I was wondering if that is the case for your lens too?
Every lens has vignette. Especially big aperture lenses.
What's the best lens to take bokeh on video?
Great video ! Can I ask where does your duel camera strap come from?
They're the Moneymakers from Holdfast Gear
I like how the lens hood fits your arm 😅😅 btw, what would you choose between 50gm and 35 gm if you had you carry one lens for videos and photos??
Haha it's a convenient place to store a lens hood! I personally prefer wider lenses for video so I would probably go with the 35mm. It does have some focus breathing issues, but if you have the A7IV you can use FB compensation.
Is it the better contrast of the GM, or is the GM acutally sharper on the eye. Interestingly this changes when shot against the sun with no hood on :)
I found this video searching for an alternative to what I have now... I own a Samyang 35mm f1.4... and honestly, I'm not happy about it. I understand it is a cheaper lens than these two here, but still, I was expecting some kind of acceptable performance. After watching a few videos, I think I'll go with the GM. I am tired of opening files in my computer, and finding out that I missed focus in a lot of the images.
Great comparison! I have the GM, but if I had to go with a Sigma 35mm, I would go with the f/1.2 one. I had it for a year (sold it to get the GM) and miss it, despite its weight. Regarding the focus breathing on the GM, did Dan use the lens breathing compensation feature on the A7 IV? It works only with select Sony lenses, including the 35mm GM.
Thank you! I have the Sigma 35mm f1.2 as well, the main thing that stops me using it regularly is the weight. Other than that its a beautiful lens! I have a couple of videos with it on my channel. And no, Dan was using the A7sIII for the video tests which for some reason doesn't have focus breathing compensation lol, I hope they add it in with a firmware update in the future considering the A7sIII is a video heavy camera. I think I shared the focus breathing compensation examples with the GM 35 specifically in my A7IV video, it does work really well to fix the issue!
I am confused, are there two versions of the Sigma 35mm 1.4 ART?
Yes, the old one (calculated for the DSLRs, but available with extended length for mirrorless as well) and the new one (calculated for mirrorless and with the ending "DG DN", at the moment available for E-Mount and L-Mount)!
I own the Sigma 35mm 1.4 and absolutely love it. I shoot Canon so I cant compare to Sony as I havent used the Sony before. Great comparison and video keep up the stellar work.
It's a beautiful lens! I have only used the Canon version on a DSLR, would love to try it on a Canon mirrorless soon too.
@@juliatrotti Same I have the 6d Mark II which is a DSLR I would love to try it on a Canon mirrorless.
@@juliatrotti Canon has not produced an RF 35 1.4 yet.
Nice❤
i think it's not worth it to get gm personally for me because i can get the different,maybe gm just a bit cooler in the skintone😅
To me a huge aspect is that you need to be able to blindly adjust aperture ring and all the buttons. So if you’ve got another g master lens or another sigma lens your brain will have learned where all the buttons are and then whenever you switch lenses you immediately know where your buttons are. This is underrated especially at an event…
To play devils advocate, the aperture ring is pretty much in the same spot for both lenses and you can blindly change it as you can see the settings on the LCD or in the viewfinder. The other buttons yes that would take some getting used to! But for me personally I barely use the physical buttons on the lens, maybe if I need to change to MF for some reason here and there but that is very rare!
Thank you for this video! I will buy the Sigma 35mm for my Sony A7 IV... BTW: The model is gorgeous :)))
Glad you enjoyed the video!
Thx:)
Absolutely great comparison. I also prefer the look of Sigma, especially in terms of lens flare, but i must admit i enjoy the af reliability of Sony. So i think the price and style of photography is the key factor of decision. Can't wait for you to try the Sigma 85mm DG DN, because that lens is on absolutely different level than 35. 😄
Thanks so much! I am trying out the Sigma 105mm first, but after that I have my eye on the 85mm for sure :D
Anyway, sony GM is OEM manufactured by Tamron.
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I can't believe it!! 😳
SOOC I like the Sigma better but after you edit them I think I still like the Sigma better but only by a hair. I think there still is a tad bit or warmth with the Sigma. But it's really close.
Thank you and I agree its very close, sometimes I prefer the GM and sometimes the Sigma haha
Have anyone notice her video stops at 11:11🤩
i liked behind the scene video camera quality is it a7siii with sigma prime??
Yes, A7sIII but with the Sigma 18-35mm.
@@juliatrottithat is apse lens how u used with a7siii
Please do the comparison with the new samyang 35mm II!
I’ll be uploading my review on the Samyang 35 II this week!
Anyone please tell me. Which one will be better ?
Sony a6100 or Fujifilm XT30ii ???
Fujifilm is way better
My sigma lenses be breaking faster , they come apart easy . Stopped buying. Sigma and got the gm . Noticed immediately that the lense worked way better with contrast light .
The GM lens looks much better, conveys volume and color better, and the complexion of the Sigma with a yellow tint and a kind of waxy face. 6:19.
Just try Sigma few days ago. I try to shoot portrait in low light room (inside church) and it has hard time to lock on subject's eyes. Do you have this problem with sigma?
I have a video uploaded a few videos ago using the Sigma indoors, albeit it was a very bright studio, so I had no problems there. What camera body are you using?
@@juliatrotti a7c
I find the Sigma more pleasing for some reason.
Where did you get that two camera harness?🤔
They are called the Moneymakers from Holdfast gear.
@@juliatrotti Thanks Julia
Have you had issues with the a7iv autofocus?
I have not personally.
The firmware update helped get rid of a lot of the af issues. Believed it was released in March
Hey Everyone 😊
1:09 the face/head proportions look very different.
the sigma on the video or Zeiss 35mm 1.4 Julia ?
I think both those lenses actually have quite a different look to each other and I would have to use them on the same day to really compare them. But the Sigma imo is sharper than the Zeiss. The Zeiss has a really nice character though, it just depends what you would need the lens for.
Hi Julia！Have you used a ND filter in a backlit scene? 8:58 here
I did not use an ND filter in this photoshoot :)
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I use the 35mm f/1.4GM for environmental portraiture for my clients who are generally dancers. I noticed that while i was editing it is really sharp wide open and even stopped down. Zooming in at 200% my images are really sharp. I have heard that the Sigma is not as sharp though. Is that true?
Julia is more model then Photographer..
6:45 I am too I am too ...
5:11 camera screen capture lags like hell. This happens the moment the shutter button is pressed down. I have the same problem with a7c. Before a7c, I shot two years on a7ii, and there were such problems in it. My friends who have a73 and a7riv also say that they do not have such problems.If anyone knows how to solve this problem, please share your advice.
That’s not what it looks like for me on the back of the camera so there really isn’t a problem to solve. The A7IV blacks out every time I take a picture, the screen recording doesn’t - it freezes the frame for a sec instead which I prefer for my TH-cam vids cos it’s less distracting.
the sigma seems nice for me
I never thought that … but the sigma looks better for me
did the sigma 35 just come out?
I believe it's about a year old now
The gear is all so good it doesn’t even matter anymore.
Yeah it's really cool to see how far gear has come!
The difference is price point
Nowadays. The brand dont really matter anymore. Just need to know how to get the shot. The rest is post process.
how to get a shot? its almost all poinnt and shoot now duh
Unless you’re overseas and want to develop prints to give away to friends and such , some places don’t have editing only sooc 😅
I think you❤re more cute all the way than the model😅😅
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At normal portrait distance there’s not much between these 2 lenses at all but close up image quality is where they couldn’t be more different. The GM has excellent close up IQ whereas the Sigma’s is just bad.
That aside Sigma did an excellent job.
Average consumer here im seeing the signs as having more saturation or possibly contrast. The gm feels more flat
Also from reading other comments I don’t think the gm is 700+ better imo:)
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I'm sorry but 50 percent success rate with moving subjects and the extra weight for a professional is a huge turn off. With that said the sigma is a great value
Yeah it is good value for money, but it is usually at the expense of something! For some people this % for moving subjects is fine and for others its not :)
I’ve got a sigma 40mm 1.4 Sony lens ❤️✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻
The Sigma 40mm F1.4 Sony E beats both of these as well as the Sigma 35mm F1.2. It’s just heavy asf.
If you’re willing to carry a 1200 gram lens vs 566 grams for Sony I’m not 🤷🏻♂️
Different focal length.
I have the Sigma 35mm f1.2 as well and have a video comparing it to the GM. I love the results of the 1.2 but the weight does stop me from using it regularly.
@@juliatrotti yeah that lens is also amazing. There's a breakdown of it vs the 40mm 1.4 if you google it. There just isn't any videos on TH-cam comparing the 2. The 40mm 1.4 is on sale right now for $599 on Adorama if anyone is interested. This is usually a $1400 lens.
@@v3zMedia i love the 40mm focal length. I think I may go buy one today! It’s great deal and I think it’s the perfect compromise from having a 35 and a 50mm prime in my kit
Сигма делает хорошую, художественную картинку, сони кроме качества съёмки, не делает художество
The two problems with the Sigma that makes is more inferior to the GM is the very bad out of focus transition and bad close up quality.
Actually the Sigma has the smoother rendering.
@@anhphamviet7522 Actually it doesn't. This is why the GM demands more money.
I thought the out of focus transition was great on both lenses, I would be happy with either lens for that. I guess it comes down to personal preference a bit too.
SO STRANGE TO SEE THAT SHE LOOKS INTO LCD ISNTEAD OF VIEW FINDER.
Anyone in the comments who say sharpness and AF are the differences without mentioning bokeh and rendering needs to take another look. The 35 GM is exceptional glass and worth the extra money