85mm Portrait Photoshoot Behind the Scenes - Sigma vs Canon

[@SupermanG17]

Between this two lenses I prefer Canon 85mm 1.4 That one is a beast

[@nathanbryant1134]

I've always loved the 3D feel an 85mm gives. Both lenses are great. It just comes down to what you prefer as far as their characteristics.

[@fengwang3389]

"Hello everyone" is much warmer and more friendly as "What's up guy" :-D

[@sreenikanth8456]

Lovely outdoor photoshoot. Sigma 85mm f 1.4 art seems excellent! Really cute location. Thank you!

[@Goldmangun]

I especially liked the ‘driveway’ set. Both lenses seemed to perform really well.

[@MrSunamo]

That first spot with the steps and stone veranda was simply magical. Thanks for the video!

[@Agpals]

Sigma 85mm has been my JAM for the past three years!!!

[@juliatrotti]

It's a beauty for sure!

[@EDCGadgets]

I have shot both glasses for hundreds of outdoor portrait/model shoots like these, and at the end I decided to keep the Canon 85 1.2, for quite a few reasons: - It handles complex background much better at 1.2 (especially branches, huge difference) - It is WAY less front heavy than the Sigma. I can easily hold the Canon one handed for long time, but with the Sigma, it's so much twist on the wrist. - The Canon is prone to flare, but if you know what you are doing, you can get some great artistic flare, if you are aiming the lens in a good angle - Smaller size, nuff said. - The light transmission is way way better on the Canon, I can shoot lower ISO after sunset - For full body shots, the 1.2 does make a difference in the bokeh. - The Canon is very sharp lens. There is not much difference in sharpness between these two lenses (especially for practical use) And yes, the Canon has tons of CA, but it can be corrected with a single mouse click. Somehow the overall rendering is just worth it.

[@JDenim88]

EDC Gadgets I really wish we saw straight out of camera and wide open for both lenses. Thanks for the input. I brought the 50 1.2L for a great price. Wish I got the 85 though.

[@juliatrotti]

Love your reasoning! I came to pretty much the same conclusions, I found the Sigma was a little confused when shooting with a busy background and I absolutely looooove the lens flare the Canon 85 produces - its my favourite lens flare from any lenses I've used :D

[@EDCGadgets]

Yes that lensflare is so cinematic on the 1.2 :D I think the Sigma is incredible bang for the buck, but it's very clinical, and that extra size is just annoying after many hours of shoots. I wonder if you will create a "final conclusion" video between these two lenses, it would be very interesting to hear your experience.

[@bestofsvg1027]

The Canon has a dreamy take to it nice colors...Sigma is really sharp very nice comparison great job as always Julia😊

[@jarenmichael7989]

i’m so obsessed with these it’s crazy

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you so much!

[@mbh98]

am addicted to ur videos, so inspiring ❤️

[@thienluong3263]

Beautiful photos applied between 85mm Sigma and Canon lense

[@katinabianca]

The model is gorgeous! Also really love the editing 😍 lots of love from Germany! X

[@sarafromasmalltown]

Julia, I really enjoy watching your videos. You are so easy to listen to and to watch. You make me feel at ease but also you help me realize I am on the right path. October is always balls to the wall slammed with photo session after photo session, so by the end of the month I am drained. I find that your videos help bring me back to life. I literally get excited to shoot after watching your videos here. THANK YOU for sharing, I really appreciate it.

[@juliatrotti]

Ahh thank you so much, you are too kind! 💛

[@septianapuri7660]

Beautiful shots. Especially under the blooming three. 😍

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you!

[@Bilalizaddin]

I tried both lenses , for sharpness the sigma is sharper but for artistic and outdoor wedding and portrait I live canon rendering and colors , the 1.4L version of canon is closer to sigma but the 1.2 is magical lens

[@juliatrotti]

I totally agree!

[@franckcohen]

@@juliatrotti Hi Julia Thanks for your great videos. I retuned the new Canon 85mm 1.4 to get the more expensive and out of date 1.2 v2 version because there was something magical with this lens, the depth of the blacks on a B/W portrait coupled with the sweetness of the rendering sets it apart from the rest. I'm still looking for an option to replace my 50mm 1.2, i've tried them all (almost) but keep returning to that lens. Please Canon make a update tothe 50mm 1.2, it's long overdue. keep on the good job.

[@marksnellingphotography]

Lovely work as usual guys.

[@Hruaitluanga_Zadeng]

"Hey Everyone" is always Charm💞😍

[@JeffCreates]

Great video Julia, I'm always impressed at how you manage to find a good looking shooting location out of seemingly nothing - the gap between a metal fence and a knackered brick wall!

[@juliatrotti]

Thank so much! :D

[@josephpeppard561]

The Canon 85mm f/1.2 lens is special in that it renders in a very cinematic and artistic way. Julia your images were stunning with both lenses but I thought the Canon images had a bit more magic. Julia you are a gifted portrait photographer. I especially like your 85mm focal length portraits.

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you so much! And I agree with you, I feel like the Canon has a bit more style whereas the Sigma is cleaner

[@window741]

I love Watching your vids while breakfast.

[@SKubric]

Loving my Canon 85 f1.4 IS now

[@garysearle2091]

You had some lovely shots with that 85 mm F/1.8 i love the closeup shots

[@lifesbeautiful3024]

Great video, Julia! And I love this model. Her posing and her confidence in front of the camera are terrific! As for lenses, I prefer the Canon for this type of shooting. The 85 1.2 is so amazing, but the Sigma is great and no doubt that a Sony would be great also.

[@rubenlaurentiu90]

Come on, man! There were better models. There was a girl always smileing. That is how you pose for a portrait. Not pasively and stoic.

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you so much! I loved working with Amber as well, she moved around so great :D

[@yanakln]

Such a great model ❤️

[@Kamil_Konrad_Kowalczyk]

With such a beautiful model all photos are beautiful...

[@juanquispe3494]

In the description box: "I'll have a full review of the Sigma 855 f1.4 " Oh, I really wanna see you holding a 855mm f1.4 ^^

[@timothylam3314]

Haha that's super long 😂

[@juliatrotti]

Hahaha I'm not even gonna fix it, I would like to see that too!

[@cassiemalosso9063]

You honestly are just awesome to watch and learn from! Such a beautiful shoot!!

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you :)

[@anoophcl]

I own canon 85mm 1.2 L ii and bought sigma 85mm 1.4 art because of sharpness, canon give me awesome images, thre is some magic and 3d effect in images.will shoot with sigma see how that goes, sharpness is good but i need over all picture quality. I will get sigma on friday and test it. See how it goes. By the way love ur comparison ad they are real comparison not in lab or something wherr people Pixle peep everything and confuse us

[@rehman24fps]

7:50 8:31 10:50 11:10 are my favs! particularly 10:50 , a violet fairy!

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you so much!

[@yukichantakeya2629]

Many good photos

[@adamgray3194]

Julia you need to try the Sony 85mm GM!!

[@chloemyford7863]

Could you do a q and a so we could ask you some questions about your shoots or the equipment you use? Love your channel and I am sooooo inspired by you!! ❤️💖💞💕

[@juliatrotti]

I normally post on my Instagram story the question function to get some feedback from you guys! I'll do a Q&A on really soon, it's been a while since I've made that kind of video :D

[@judithpereira6800]

So, according to you? Which one's better? Sigma or Canon? Also those lavender flowers were so beautiful! The model could've been friendlier but nevermind! Julia's the best! Such an inspiration! Thank you so much!

[@juliatrotti]

I'll have a review video of this next Wednesday, wanted to keep this BTS more fun and inspirational for photoshoots so I decided to split up the review part!

[@movielovers8347]

Nice Photoshoot Love From Bangladesh 😍

[@AnshulSShah]

I'm fully inspired by you Julia, keep it up. I love photography and I do it very often... location is outstanding... Keep it Up....

[@sarahlouise4974]

Your hair looks great babe! Love that colour :)

[@milestrevelyan]

The difference between the Sigma and Canon 85's is very subtle, I expected to see a bigger difference. Looks like the Canon has just a little more creaminess in the highlights. Either way I prefer the look of the images out of the 5dmk4 to the Sony A7III with both lenses.

[@enriquequiroga2824]

You need a holdfastgear strap! it put me nervous to see both cameras without a strap! haha amazing video Julia!

[@juliatrotti]

I normally use the holdfast straps just didn't feel like it on this day 😅

[@nathangreen7312]

Another awesome video. Thought the second outfit for your model suited her better. She is very beautiful. I prefer the look of the Canon lens over the Sigma personally

[@emdschi]

Hey Julia. I'd like to see a videoof your full camera settings (like picture style settings etc) :)

[@caitlyncallery9409]

Can you start writing in your descriptions what time of the day you are shooting at. I’m always curious. Thank you. I adore your work! 😍

[@ВладиславКононов-л5н]

Does it matter?

[@caitlyncallery9409]

Владислав Кононов No but like I said in my comment I’m curious.

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you! Yeah I should mention it somewhere in the video :) This shoot was in the afternoon around 3pm

[@caitlyncallery9409]

Julia Trotti Thank you that’s awesome. ♥️

[@wanakoplays8874]

It's absolutely amazing what Sigma has done with their ART line and how they're able to offer that for a relatively good price. Still, I feel that their lenses are too sharp. The images feel too clinical, if you know what I mean. I feel the imperfections of the Canon lenses give it certainly qualities and a personality. OT: I love how you guys drive a tiny, sensible Toyota Vitz\Yaris. They're such good, dependable cars.

[@juliatrotti]

I couldn't agree more! Sharpness is great in some instances, but for me personally I kinda like the slight imperfections of the Canon sometimes too :D

[@ryleeellis7589]

Loved!!😍

[@oshisimpsonphotography3824]

I loved this location.. amazing what you find on the side of the road! I like how you experiment with both Lenses... I like the Canon!

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you and I couldn't agree more! I absolutely love finding locations just on the side of the road haha

[@sergiusblessed]

I have it !!!! It is superb lens !!!!

[@chubscoi]

Prime lenses are amazing.

[@josephpeppard561]

Hi Julia, I thought the Sigma lens was sharper but I prefer the more artistic rendering of the Canon 85mm F/1.2 lens. Beautiful images and editing as well.

[@juliatrotti]

I completely agree! And thank you :)

[@ssuryakanta1]

Lovely images .

[@novr]

Love your videos ❤️❤️

[@quanghuy28021994]

For me the photographer looks even more beautiful lol

[@johnsondang5295]

trotti is real beautiful

[@ChocoLater1]

Great video Julia. What about using CPL filters on portrait lenses? What is the best way to use them and when? How does turning the ring will affect skin tones and highlights in bright sunlight? Thanks.

[@hey.steven]

I was never really a fan of the 85 cause it’s too much bokeh for my taste, but looking at these photos and some of your other garden shoots with the 85, they come out really beautiful! The driveway/gate photos and the ones next to the construction fence were my favorite!

[@juliatrotti]

Thanks so much!

[@kickinitinholland9168]

Hey, Julia! These photos are STUNNING! You did an amazing job capturing the model in beautiful natural light. Question, do you ever use a light reflector when shooting midday? I know one can find naturally shaded areas in harsh light, but what if it's just not possible... ie, there are no walls, trees, etc. In that case, would you use a reflector? How do you tackle these situations?

[@Adomarf]

Absolutely love your videos and work. I have watched probably every video. I own a 50mm and want to add a lens that compliments it. I have debated about becoming a 35mm and 50mm photographer, but also a 35mm and 85 mm exclusive. I shoot mostly lifestyle. What do you think?

[@fotomats8651]

i love your voice so hard! :D

[@Khandiephotography]

Kinda wish as you had two bodies to just repeat the image with each Jody so the side by side photos were identical bar the lens used. Makes for easier comparison visually. Lovely images and video as usual though

[@juliatrotti]

I took some comparison images of a non moving subject afterwards (just because it's almost impossible to take the exact same picture twice with a person), and I'll share all those raw comparisons on Wednesday next week in my review video! :)

[@FirstNameLastName-sf6zg]

I'm still stuck on whether to grab a 35, 85 or 24. Lol. I love them all.

[@juliatrotti]

Haha yeah they're all beautiful lenses 😭 I have a few recent videos on my channel that go more in depth about them if you're interested in checking it out!

[@FirstNameLastName-sf6zg]

@@juliatrotti thank you. I have already seen each of those videos which are brilliantly done as usual! Given a balance between portraits and the ability to grab decently wide landscapes, I'll probably be grabbing the 35 next. Thank you for your always helpful and amazing content. Maybe I'll send you a couple shots for your critiques lol.

[@92katierowe]

I love my sigma art 84mm 1.4, for me I couldn't justify the extra $1,000 for the canon when I already have the Sigma Art 35mm 1.4 I love them both.

[@investor64]

Thank you

[@hotshotbv]

Hi Julia,any chance to tell me the name of the second song...i love it....thank you

[@bioptimization]

I think the proper comparison would be with the newer Canon 85mm 1.4, regardless you have it or not.

[@juliatrotti]

There's always time to do other comparisons in the future! There's no right or wrong, technically I could compare the Sigma 35 to the Canon 85 if I wanted to :P

[@AzamatoTheGreat]

I have a 85mm as well but idk it's just too much of a close up haha.

[@asikurrahman9100]

50mm vs 85mm which one you prefer for weeding and portrait Or should i choose only one lens for everything then which one is better in All lenses

[@jasamsiju]

canon 77d or sl3 which is best for portrait photography plz reply

[@9tbiker455]

The Canon is awsome!

[@zackchoy1969]

Thanks! may I ask would you be comparing the Sigma against both the Canon 1,2L and the 1,4L IS? The Sigma looks clinical while the 1,2L has more character....

[@isurumadusanka3960]

Good job great video

[@wanneske1969]

I have the Canon 85 mm f1.4 IS and I think it's amazing, especially the image stabilisation. For a 50 mm would you recommend the Sigma 50 mm f1.4 ART or the Canon 50 mm f1.2. I do a lot of portraits of women, dogs, marriages and concerts

[@juliatrotti]

I don't have the Canon 85 1.4, so I'll only be comparing it to the 1.2 for the time being! And I haven't tried the Sigma 50 yet, but I would love to soon and I'll make a few videos about it as well :D

[@Lucillahh]

You are soo gooood

[@anthonygoulart9520]

Hi Julia, I noticed you don’t use a lens hood when you’re shooting. I was wondering why you prefer it that way. Thanks

[@juliatrotti]

I like capturing lens flares in my portrait photography! I usually only use hoods for wedding photography 😊

[@anoophcl]

Anthony Goulart also the light coming from sides of the lens may result in less natural contrast

[@AitorITurbe]

woww

[@maggienguyen3817]

♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@debswilson7554]

May I ask which focus cluster you use ? I use One Shot, for my focus mode, but a curious which focus point cluster you use.Love your work and videos !!!

[@juliatrotti]

Thanks! I just use a single focus point :)

[@debswilson7554]

ok great, thank you so much for responding :) @@juliatrotti

[@kamea4023]

Great work! Love your videos. How do you edit your photos? Can you pls do some tutorials for beginners? Thank you.🤗❤️

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you, I edit in Premiere Pro and yeah I could make some videos about it :)

[@prashanthgagguloth7340]

hello madam ..can I use this sigma 85mm with canon 200d mark ii 😢

[@terryhe9857]

Please give a try to Sony 85mm GM and 50 MM 1.4 ZA, you will love these 2 lens

[@rranee]

Terry He yesss

[@ВладиславКононов-л5н]

Sony is a kind of rubbish with its skintone, and no lens can help it.

[@terryhe9857]

Only rubish people, no rubish camera. Only truth

[@juliatrotti]

I would love to!

[@MrCochise71]

Great video. And music. Which songs were you using for the video?

[@juliatrotti]

Thanks! All the music is from Artlist, I don't have the list of song names though, sorry!

[@MrCochise71]

@@juliatrotti ah ok!! Thanks!

[@kittygirl3685]

Hi julia..can i use the sigma lens for my canon 5Dmark iii camera?

[@juliatrotti]

Yep!

[@ronaldolpenda]

hi julia...how do you focus in your shoot?can you give us some tips...salamat...

[@david120williams]

I wanted to know that too. Shooting wide open, with the model's head position moving around (even slightly), there is the obvious risk of missing focus.

[@tonyjames5444]

Ronald Olpenda She uses a technique called skill:), joking aside as someone who started my photography career shooting on Hasselblads I find it funny how the 'Sony generation' are amazed to see photographers get results without EAF.

[@juliatrotti]

I have a detailed video on how I focus here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmLIh6WCn8l2sKM&t I use this method for all my photoshoots!

[@david120williams]

@@juliatrotti .... some great tips there. Thanks Julia.

[@bb1kehn]

I love your work, do you just walk around the neighborhood and picture in front of peoples yard or fences? Kinda looks like it, idk if i got the nerve to do that in my area XD

[@juliatrotti]

Thanks and haha yeah! We are respectful of people's properties though, don't ruin anything while we're there, if I see the owner I'll always ask if we can shoot and we're not there for longer than 5 - 10 minutes too!

[@philipgranger6918]

Hi Julia, I just finished watching your video. I love your lens comparison videos. Back in the day I had a Ricoh SLR 35mm print film camera, I had a 50mm lens and 28 to 210mm zoom lens a very nice lens. I want to get a DSLR, my phone takes good pictures, but it is limited. Would an 85mm lens in your opinion be a good all round lens for Portraits and Landscapes, or do I need to get a 50mm lens. I can't afford both right now?

[@juliatrotti]

I recently uploaded a video on my channel about the 50mm vs 85mm that goes into depth of both those lenses and what they're good for, I feel like that might help you if you want to check it out! :)

[@philipgranger6918]

Thanks for the feedback, I definitely will check out that video

[@abedphotograhy1096]

Which Mic do you use to record the audio ?

[@kandilouiselee]

Fantastic shoot. Would love to know the location, at least the suburb please

[@juliatrotti]

Thanks! It's in Sydney :)

[@stuarthearne1273]

Hi what is the name of the song playng at 4. mins. Thankyou

[@Gigldog]

Hey Julia, nice photoshoot and sweet images as always. Can you make a video on how you calibrate the sigmalenses? I use only canon lenses besides the 35 mm 1.4 ART. I use the Sigma USB-Station and a scale for different distances, but i cant get it as sharp as it should be. Best regards and have a nice day everyone.

[@grzeszut]

me too

[@jabbawockeez3393]

I look you are using shutter speed between 1/640, 1/800 and other. There is a big different?

[@juliatrotti]

I like to use a wide aperture for depth of field, so I use a fast shutter speed so my photo isn't overexposed :)

[@jabbawockeez3393]

@@juliatrotti i got it. Thank you so much for sharing, have a nice day

[@MichelleCoxPhotography]

I love the 85mm but I just hate how far away you have to be with it! ha

[@juliatrotti]

Ahh I knowww! I always feel like I'm awkwardly far away on the 85 haha

[@hteinwin5424]

what gear you used for behind the scene video?

[@juliatrotti]

Sony A7s ii + Sigma 18-35 1.8

[@jarenmichael7989]

would love to see you do a shoot with a dancer haha

[@juliatrotti]

Yess that would be so fun!

[@pblnlpalu]

I hear my auntie of Perth WA😂

[@jessiejay6410]

What location where you shooting??

[@juliatrotti]

Around Sydney, Australia :)

[@KazuyaMASUDA1982]

❤

[@marcuslee74239]

Canon for the win

[@geralddavid8705]

Canon 18 f1 55

[@mbh98]

am always wondering who is third person in ur videos🤔

[@juliatrotti]

The third person is usually a makeup artist, I've linked her work in the description :)

[@Impactframess]

hey everywan just sounds right

[@terryhe9857]

Check out this youtuber, He use both Canon and Sony and he is in Sydney. He speaks English too. I believe you can get lens from him

[@specialized41]

Sigma is Sharper. 85mm, 50mm, and 35mm all are Sharper than Canon.

[@Anweshdash5]

Is sharpness everything? We can push the sharpness in post production also. What i believe is how the bokeh should decide the lens capabilities. Thats something can't be done in post.

[@DanielFazzari]

And that's all that matters in portrait photography, right?

[@specialized41]

Yes sharp photo is the most important part on Portrait, bokeh is easy in post-proc. Sharping is not so easy in post. You need a sharp photo straight from the camera for a good Portrait, Period! You can help in post, but no as good as straight from the camera. Some details you can't make in post no matter how good you are editing.

[@specialized41]

@@Anweshdash5 you can push, but is not there. You make the illusion of "sharp" , but is not there.

[@ВладиславКононов-л5н]

@@Anweshdash5 not agree with you. Bokeh in post is more real, than you can imagine. For example, you can use smth like kodak gem