Best Lens For Micro 4/3!!! | Sigma 16mm F1.4 Review

[@lukasreich3491]

i wanna see your grading workflow. you nail the colours. i love it

[@Fadetoblackcollective]

1:23 made me smile , I have no idea why lol. Great video man.

[@SimonMalcolmProductn]

Hi Nigel. Thank you so much for this review. I just purchased a GH4 and love Sigma lenses. I was a bit confused which way to go about a prime lens, but you have just settled that for me. Thank you again.

[@EnriqueCal]

Is simply one of the best lenses I have ever try. I recommend to everyone especially if you use a crop sensor camera.

[@evpeiris5727]

Yooo!! This is one of the best review videos I have watched. (I’m a tech nerd, I’m into building pcs, art stuff and cameras) and I was glued to the screen the whole time. Subbed!

[@JamesWickendenVideography]

I bought this lens to replace my 20mm 1.7, so happy with the results. Cheers for the review, really helped me make the decision.

[@Jeremykade]

Super helpful! Thanks man, always appreciate your reviews

[@KGVisuals1993]

I just got this lens and it’s perfect on my panasonic g85. I used it today and weather sealed worked fine.

[@DaniGareta]

How about autofocus?

[@shotbyjed2763]

How is the lens now?

[@dmino]

This was a great review! I loved all of your example shots and it really helped me solidify my decision to purchase.

[@MicroFourNerds]

Very niceeee if I didn't already have the Olympus 17mm 1.8, I might buy this. This one looks much better, a bit faster, and easier to focus 😊

[@getoffthisrocktravel2054]

From the gh5 group page. Man this is awesome. Thanks for showing me this link

[@reflexfilms]

Grabbing this lens today based on your footage and comments -unfortunately i am in Australia so i cant use your affiliate links - but looking at your subscriber numbers (of which I am one) keep I think you will be ok -keep keeping it real Sir Nigel.

[@chaliyang772]

should I get the 1.4 leica lens micro 4/3 or the sigma? Planning on doing potraits.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

I’ve been about my lenses recently. I would like to have consistency between the lenses I use. So rather than having a Rokinon a Panasonic and a vintage lens for the same shoot. Still trying to figure out which lenses I like the best.

[@heathsledger]

Awesome, def gonna buy soon. I’ll make sure to snatch it through your link! Great review man

[@peterhamilton7218]

This is a really good video man! Right to the point, real world experience type stuff. Backed your findings up with some delicious B-Roll. Very good, my man!

[@Thejohnventura]

Another great video man! I’ve been loving my gh5 and now you’ve enticed me with another great lens! It’ll definitely be on my wishlist for sure.

[@Funconventional]

John Ventura have you been able to get this lens and get some footage from it

[@Thejohnventura]

Kurt Neil yeah! I took it to a couple shoots now!! It’s a great lens! Reminds me of how much I loved my sigma 30 1.4 for emount

[@Funconventional]

John Ventura omgahhh ok I think I'll pick one up tomorrow then haha

[@Thejohnventura]

Kurt Neil I highly recommend it. It’s weather sealed too. So on my GH5 there’s a “ex-teleconverter” option which doubles my existing focal length. Which means.. I can use just this lens on an event that I’m video capturing!

[@Thejohnventura]

Kurt Neil plus the weather seal. It’s sharp too 👌🏽

[@orm-film]

I didnt know choose between samyang 12mm or sigma 16 because i need an angle lens for filmmaking, maybe sigma is best option, Nigel?

[@mastermuffin_]

Great review! You are the reason why I bought this lense in the first place. :)

[@dave.mac.d]

I like my Lumix 20mm but I find it does not focus well in low light and can feel a bit too tight at times. This lens looks tempting.

[@theartofcompetition5965]

Im a total novice but wouldnt a non native lense be slower to autofocus and youd be worse off?

[@evilgeniusentertainment]

David - I have them both, and the Sigma is awesome. Sharp, bright, and generally speaking wide enough. I love the 20mm too, but more for walking around or stealth shooting. The two make a very nice prime combo.

[@Funconventional]

I was looking to get my wide lens cos it's the one thing missing from my toolkit. I think you've just convinced me on this lens. Great review ☺️☺️ thanks so much for this!

[@bulltivation7846]

this lens completely replaced my kit lens - Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH... The only thing that comes like plus for the Vario is the o.i.s. stabilization (its just amazing) and it is useful only in descent daylight. Otherwise the Sigma is the one that stands on my GH5 almost non-stop

[@israelarango7977]

i bought this lens after i saw your video.

[@santu9081]

Im using Sigma 16mm with lumix g7 but still not getting wide angle as camera is cropping the image is there any solution for this

[@kpboix99]

Great video showing the lens quality. I've been binge watching examples of how this 16mm one looks and I think I found my next prime lens purchase for that good bokeh effect.

[@MoriceFR]

I really enjoy what you do, thanks a lot Nigel

[@skatter3112]

Excuse me for being mayhaps a bit rude, but isnt 16mm on 4/3 equiliant to 24 mm?

[@NigelBarros]

No it’s not, micro 4/3 sensors have a 2x crop. So 16mm on a micro 4/3 sensor would give a 32mm equivalent field of view. You’re probably thinking of Aps-c or “super 35mm” sensors, those sensors vary from a 1.5x or 1.6x crop, so a 16mm on those sensors would be around 24mm but not on micro 4/3 because it’s a different size sensor. Cheers!

[@legend240891]

Hey Nigel, Big fan of you here. I learned so much watching your video. Just a quick question. I am currently using Olympus OM-D E-M10 II as my main camera. I used to follow your video on best M4/3 lenses and got myself a 25mm f/1.7 and the Olympus 14-42mm EZ pancake kit lens which produce a decent video quality. So I am split between upgrading the body to GH4 and keep on using the same lenses or buying this Sigma 16mm f/1.4 and stick with my E-M10 II. Which one do you think is a better choice? Thanks in advance man!

[@martincabrerajr]

Great review! Never thought about getting a prime lens at this focal length the quality looks amazing.

[@patdinco]

Interesting to see this lens with the black magic 4k cam

[@cris_photography]

Thanks man, great review!

[@shutterhouse]

Just realized, that's the second Lens I'd purchased because of you 😅 thank you so much and keep up your great Videos. Greets from Germany and gosh, I am such a fanboy 😂

[@petegleeson1]

Thanks Nigel great review and lovely footage - have you had the lens out in the rain yet? I get a bit confused by some of the material on the net saying it is weather sealed where it joins the camera at the mount, but not completely weather sealed? Pete

[@vincentuservinc9355]

Hi, When using manual focus, does the peaking show clearly on the display of the camera? I ask you this question because I use the Kamlan 50mm F1.1 on the GX85, but the peaking manual focus asist almost doesnt show on the display. Thank you.

[@tommydommi]

Great review!!! Thank you for the short explanation :) like your style. This is a must have lens for filming and wide shots 👍😄

[@justindoherty359]

Thanks Nigel! dope lens man

[@wellnesspathforme6236]

What location where you at? It is beautiful. I visit the PNW from time to time and might make the trip to see those beautiful vistas.

[@BAdventures]

Good practical review 👍

[@IrwinLawsonPhotographer]

Great review. You have convinced me that I need this lens.

[@javichum89]

Hi Nigel, what do you think of this lens, comparing whith sigma 18-35?

[@NigelBarros]

The 18-35 is much more versatile, but this lens is smaller and lighter which I like more

[@mozinoz_digital]

NigelBarros plus to use the sigma 18-35ml an adapter is required. Metabones or Viltrox, which I bought, due to low cost. Makes my GH5 perform in low light, on manual focus, but it’s heavy. I think I’ll try the 16ml sigma, yr video is impressive. Cheers.

[@mediacousticsmultimedia7359]

no, it is not weather sealed. Just the bajonet is.

[@BobK58]

The Panasonic 20mm on my EM10m2 is my favorite.

[@nils_ninja]

Autofocus good or suck it !? :) i have a gh5

[@TheDIYFilmmaker]

Hi Nigel, I've got also this lens and I love it. Now, I've got the doubt if it makes sense to buy the Leica 15mm (I see you use many time the same branded as Dji). Does it make sens or definitely the Sigma are much better? What do you think?

[@yingzhangpong447]

hello buddy， what kind of format of video did you use? Was it a v-log or just 1080p 60fps? Thanks.

[@WIDEARTMEDIA]

Great review bro! In the next few days I'm switching from Sony A6000 to Panasonic G7 (body only + cheap adapter for EF mount) and I really wanted to know which lens I should buy as a not too wide and not too "telephoto-ish" kind of look. I've used Sigma 30mm f/1.4 on my A6000 and I loved it. Btw. I love your channel, the style and the whole idea of it. Keep it up man!

[@dandanu2526]

I still can't decide ... it's very difficult to decide which lens would suit me better..Fuji 16 mm f 2.8 or Sigma 16 mm f 1.4 for my Olympus em 10 mkII

[@DangLeProject92]

How the auto focus & I.S ? Is it worth to replace 12-35mm f2.8 ? Or should I keep 12-35 and buy sigma 30mm f1.4 or Lumix 42.5mm f1.7 ? Please recommend :(

[@LeaVibes63]

Love your background music. Very good choice. :-)

[@georgemohring5348]

I found it too soft at 1.4. It took until 2.8 to match the Olympus 17mm at 1.8. I do like the wider view but not at the expense of focus. I tested two of these lenses.

[@nickguzman1734]

Hello would you be able to provide more detail about your experience? I'm split between these two as you're the only one that has said the 1.8 is much sharper.... and I'm wondering whether the MF clutch is worth it as I like a bulkier lens

[@djcric647]

0:28 Why did you not show the camera brand?

[@jokerjokester]

I believe Nigel mentioned in a previous video that he covers his cameras in gaffers tape to help 'preserve them' - helps with resale value if he ever wanted to upgrade/trade in etc. but in his case, just protects them

[@rorythorns1597]

Yasssss finally another vid. 🙌👍

[@WAST.]

Amazingly good video. I was thinking about to buy this lense but now I'm damn sure to do so😄

[@Princeton_James]

Thanks! This was the review I needed!

[@patmcdonnell7784]

nice review, keep up the great work!

[@hugofalcon9802]

hello nigel. first good job and nice video. I bought the gh5s recently with the 12-35 f2.8 and I want to buy a 35mm. I wanted to buy the voigtlander 17.5 f /0.95 but it's too expensive ... I really like the Sigma 16mm 1.4 and you have helped me with the choice. I have a question, I usually use manual focus, works well with the gh5 ?? I know that the focus is wire but I would like to know your opinion when using the lens with manual focus. Thank you.

[@NigelBarros]

I liked using the manual focus on this lens on my Gh3, its not as good as true manual focus but better than most focus by wire lenses I’ve used

[@dapp24fps]

I'm thinking of using it on bmpcc4k !! Is it a good idea!! What do you think!

[@Nykodymys]

How about sigma 30mm 1.4. Is it as good as 16mm? Thank. Your videos are amazing keep it up!

[@ezar527]

Great footage, can't wait to get this lens on my Sony a6000

[@DR19X]

Did you?

[@sergej906]

Do you have any tips on how to use it in a specific way. I have the Panasonic G85 with sigma 16mm.

[@STGFilmmakers]

This is great man. I love this lens. Im happy that you got a new lens that you are satisfied with! Would you still recommend the Lumix 25mm and the 20mm for a first lens replacement? I currently am using a GH3 as well but with a 19mm Sigma 2.8. I love this lens but honestly it's just not fast enough. Also would you recommend any vintage lenses with focal reducers at all?

[@JakubChlouba]

Great review buddy! Would recommens this lens or rather rikinnon 12mm f2 for micro 4/3? I want a good prime for reasonable price but and really deciding between these 2 or olympus 17mm f1.8

[@unitoneproductions5557]

I'm interested in this lens! I'm curious to know how it looks on the Panasonic G6 or the G7. Do you still use the G6/ if so would it be worth doing a G6 + Sigma video?

[@mmminfp]

Hi, Nigel! Thanks for you video. Do you think you can still achive depth of field with the sigma 30mm f1.4 on a G85 in small rooms?

[@DunawayCreations]

Great review! I'm getting a BMPCC4K and seriously considering this for my only lens. My only concern is that I will be using manual focus almost exclusively, and this is fly by wire. I know you said it is pretty good for a fly by wire lens, would you still recommend it for my situation? Thanks again!

[@dennisbarac1052]

Roger Deakins likes most to shoot 32mm :D thinking about buying the Blackmagic pocket 4k camera with that lens :)

[@jaina_nice]

hello, nice video.. which lens is on 0:57? it looks very nice,, is this the sigma 16mm?

[@808lazyboy]

nice video! would you recommend an nd filter with this lense? if so which brand?

[@gushitomusic7035]

What is the lens when you talk in the room to the camera?

[@eltinjones4542]

Sorry the Panasonic Summilux 15mm f1.7 is the job on a panisonic camera. Not to expensive either. Have one for both my GX7 and GX9 Brilliant 👍

[@NigelBarros]

Yeah that’s my main lens now, love the sigma but the 15mm is smaller and lighter 👌🏼

[@davnesto]

Grrrrh I want this lens...

[@nl.mattiegames4972]

DavidfromSwitzerland i want this landscape

[@kmshairstay]

What about the Panalieca 15mm 1.7? I have heard its one of the best m43 lenses out there and it is similarly priced and performing to the sigma...

[@NigelBarros]

Nate the sigma is still a faster lens and weather sealed unlike the 15mm. If you’re trying to keep your kit light and you don’t need 1.4 I would recommend the Panasonic.

[@dennisbarac1052]

How is the autofocus? Is it fast and does it make noise? :) thanks in advance

[@JFrancisMorgan]

I came to find out this is the lens that I need to get for an upcoming gig, but ended up falling in love. What's up with them eyes, dude? Sell me more, sell me more! (btw, I'll be back to click that affiliate link.)

[@LikeMalte]

What do you think about to use a speedbooster? Andoer Viltrox EF-M2 should be a nice and cheap alternative to the metabones

What if i buy this lens whith Canon Ef mount and use the viltrox?

[@Zero-ne3pb]

Which camera do you used for this video? The GH3? The video looks sooo smooth..

[@NigelBarros]

Zero yes it was all shot on the gh3

[@CGPhotoKandou]

im shooting mainly with mft and im using a sigma 2.8 lens but it sometimes doesn't give me the amount of bokeh i want. IM using it for wide portraits and so on and indoor events like Partys and stuff.. Do you think the sigma would be perfect for indoor shoots of people in Party/club/concert so I canblur out some background even more? Also im using the 30mm 1.4 for portraits but sometimes its a bit to close for full body portraits in a little bit tighter space. So the sigma 16mm would be the perfect addition for me? im thinking of selling my sigma 18mm 2.8 and use instead the 16mm 1.4 for my recently bought lumix g9. What do you think? The bokeh looks good in your video. Thanks.

[@pearlmyghty2058]

Great review, can this lens adapt to BMPCC 4K without adaptor?

[@AgentFitz]

Yes it is MFT so it will work with the BMPCC. I started using this lens on the G85 only back in and never looked back. I think it would be even more amazing on the BMPCC. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJu8Zn2uhs6jqqc

[@SiFaSile]

Thank you so much for your work 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@paksidewandaru1719]

Can you compare this lens with panasonic 12mm f1.4

[@NigelBarros]

I did!

[@benblakney6509]

yo, where did you get that røde mount? and the black cable? love the vids BTW man, keep it up!!!

[@NigelBarros]

That’s not a rode mic, it’s the Comica vm-10 mic. Thanks for tuning in!

[@benblakney6509]

@@NigelBarros thanks boss

[@jaymccoy356]

Great lens and great review! I'm in the pnw as well....what location did you shoot the scenes with the female model?

[@NigelBarros]

Jay McCoy that was shot in the Columbia river gorge, and she's my fiancé :)

[@jaymccoy356]

NigelBarros she's a cutie! Congrats! Subscribed!!!!!

[@ParadigmImagesVideoPhotography]

how does it perform in stills, looking to buy it for Panasonic G9 mostly for stills.

[@tatyanapavlova1397]

Is it good on Olympus camera for photography?

[@fthprodphoto-video5357]

did you compare it to the panasonic 15mm 1.7 ?

[@vladislavihl]

In combination with my Panasonic G9 this lens (unfortunately) has a very slow autofocus so that it’s just impossible to film objects which change the distance to the camera

[@FranciscoShibata]

Manual?

[@lopezninokarina7949]

Than you! Is this compatible with olympus pen f? Looking for a lens for traveling

[@terrywbreedlove]

López Niño Karina Yes it is compatible. All MFT lenses work with Olympus and Panasonic cameras. You can put a Panasonic lens on a Olympus cameras and vice versa.

[@live4christ297]

So that's actually a 35mm? This is not very wide is it? I used to have a 18-135 with my canon 60D and 18mm was not very wide. But maybe that's wider on a GH3 mirrorless type camera? ´m lost... I wish I could try the lens beforf buying.

[@NigelBarros]

I believe I mention this in the video but this lens is a 32mm equivalent field of view. So no, not a wide angle in micro 4/3, basically anything 28mm or lower would be considered a wide angle lens. 18mm on a 60d would be about 29mm field of view but if used with a speedbooster on a GH3 it would come down to about a 25mm. If you’re looking for a wide field of view with a fast aperture on a GH3 I think the best you could do is a tokina 11-16mm f2.8 with a viltrox speedbooster. Otherwise you should go for a Sony system

[@live4christ297]

NigelBarros Thanks that's really nice of you. The samyang 12mm f2.0 is fairly wide also isn't it? I'm also looking at the laowa 7.5mm f2.0 but it's a little too expensive brand new...I'm glad I've subscribed. Your videos and lens suggestions really helped me.

[@IstoryangPagibig]

Hey Nigel! Why did you pick this over Olympus 17 f/1.8 or PL 15mm f/1.7?

[@NigelBarros]

Neil Mutia mostly because it's faster and its weather sealed. It also feels way more premium than most lenses I've owned. Sigma also has always impressed me with the sharpness of their lenses and for $450 it was a no brainer for me.

[@IstoryangPagibig]

Thanks, Nigel!

[@joaobacalhau10]

Fico feliz por encontrar alguém com lumix a fazer este tipo de vlogs ( e que pelos vistos fala PTcerto? ) Estou a pensar comprar uma destas para a minha GH5. Obrigado por este conteúdo! Bons videos. Continua !

[@rickybravo_]

Hey this is a great video! I have this lens and when I shoot video it has a vignette around the lens and it looks horrible.. is there a way I can fix this issue?? I have a shoot this Monday. Thank you!

[@JyrkiS]

Great review, seems like very solid lens.

[@TheBrando3187]

great vids!!, I have a gh3 and want this lens , do you use an adapter to make it compatible? if so what one should I get? thanks

[@NigelBarros]

No it comes in a native micro 4/3 mount

[@TheBrando3187]

@@NigelBarros hello . So I ordered the lens came in today and it doesn't fit my gh3 why not? Thought it didn't need an adapter:( what do you think I should get so it reads the lens. Thankss

[@TheBrando3187]

And yes it is a lumix gh3 4/3

[@NigelBarros]

@@TheBrando3187 That doesnt make sense to me, did you get it for the correct mount? sigma makes this for 2 different camera systems, sony E and for micro 4/3, the Sony E mount wont fit on a GH3, you have to get the micro 4/3 mount version. hope that helps

[@TheBrando3187]

@@NigelBarros yup you answered my question ha . I accidently got the Sony E ugh so I have to send it back and wait for the 4/3 Hah oops . Thanks for the reply . Your videos have been hugeeeeeee help for me and also some of my fellow newbies ! keep them coming !! . Thanks!!

[@locwen]

Shot this video at 24p? Thanks

[@RomeoWarden]

For you, sigma or 4/3 lens for gh5?

[@soundknight]

How does it compare to the more applicable PL 15mm f1.7?

[@NigelBarros]

Brian Cullen I don’t really know, didn’t have that lens, but I think both those lenses are great, the sigma is faster and weather sealed which gives it a slight advantage but the Pl is lighter and smaller and is typically cheaper used as well

[@Alexander-xh7zm]

this is OR the Rokinon 12mm cine lens??

[@luisliftstv2434]

Any shakiness because of no IBIS or image stabilization on the lens?

[@sheikakusanagi2391]

LuisLiftsTV no stab on the lens and the gh3 have no stab too