GAME-OVER: The Cheap Lenses Killing Sigma’s Best Seller | Sigma 30mm v Viltrox 35mm v TTArtisan 35mm

[@markwiemels]

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[@viltroxofficial]

Appreciate the detailed comparison video, Mark. We take notes of all reviewers' test results, share with our R&D and try improving our lenses each time. Your feedback is more than valuable to us

[@camerachris]

My local camera store guy that I've been shopping with for over twenty years told me that the reason we are seeing cheaper lenses now is because they are building these lenses using computers now, from design to build. So they can build perfect lenses, build classic styles/looks to lenses, basically do whatever they'd like with minimal difference or defect.

[@Julian-y3v3h]

Tried the TTArtisan 35mm f1.8 II for the first time at a wedding shoot, and it held up so well! The compact size made it easy to move around, and the photos turned out gorgeous. At $125, this lens is a steal!

[@AWAShowme]

Cheaper doesn't mean betwr value. How long will the lenses last?

[@tnt4457]

Yay I got the same mic as Mark. I feel like a professional now.

[@davescamera3672]

I still use my Sigma 16mm1.4 on my Canon M50. I think I'll keep it forever honestly.

[@michaeljamesphotography1756]

Same setup

[@AnteroJokinen]

Same here but I did miss a longer focal length lense on my trip to Japan. 16 mm is too wide for many situations, everything is so "far away". In street photography, it's often useful to get the background "closer".

[@shubhamyadav-ij4qu]

Then what focal length is best?

[@Homer-0]

Don't you get it? Its GAME OVER, SIGMA is DONE🤣🤣🤣

[@TehRuiAlv3z]

For me, it wasn't Sigma but Tamron who lost the cheaper 3rd party lens buy... I needed a wider angle lens with good aperture and ended up buying a Viltrox 20mm f/2.8 instead of the Tamron 20mm f/2.8... Barrel distortion and chromatic aberration is the biggest turn off for me but the price was the deciding factor...

[@boristahmasian1644]

I am a Tamron zoom owner. I bought the Tamron 35mm f2.8 just to have a light lens for walk around and also its 1:2 macro capability. I sent the lens back after trying it for 5 minutes. The focus was horrible. It refused to lock focus most of the time. I have never experienced anything like it from any manufacturer, let alone Tamron. My Tamrons zooms are fantastic. Someone on FredMirandsa was selling a Viltorx 20mm f2.8 for $100 so I decided to get it just for fun. I am beyond impressed with that lens. Focus is fast and sure footed. And the image quality is in the pro category, even wide open. Tamron wants $250 for the same lens and based on my bad experience with the 35mm f2.8 Tamron, I would not consider the Tamron 20mm.

[@dapro_27]

@@boristahmasian1644 I use a Tamron 35mm f2.8 and i kept it because i got it relatively cheap, the AF is really not good, but atleast the image quality is quite decent

[@StareSorteVocaBiH]

@@boristahmasian1644 what zoom are you using?

[@DjManojMixingMaster]

please compare sigma 30mm f1.4 with viltrox 27mm f1.2

[@AltCine]

Viltrox is definitely doing great things, really enjoying using their lenses for everyday stuff. Thanks for this comparison, very useful.

[@stevenanthony578]

I have purchased several TTArtisans lenses based on Mark's reviews and have been thrilled (even shocked) with all of them. And my experience with fine lenses, before going mirrorless APS-C, has been with Canon L-Series glass on a 5D. I can't imagine buying a Sigma lens given the price differential and the TTA quality.

[@chariflakchiri]

Mark - thanks for all you do! Your channel is amazing and your reviews very informational without sensationalist clickbait thumbnails and titles - you don't need them to continue growing and providing value to the community. Keep up the great work!

[@markwiemels]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, the videos don't seem to get views without the "Mr Beast" model tittle than thumbs, but I will take the advice on board and keep tweaking.

[@erikmortensen1091]

Thanks Mark You touch on many relevant comparisons between these 3 lenses. Just bought the Sigma 56mm for my Fuji XT20.

[@Leo-w3b6y]

I've bought the TTArtisan 35mm. For $125, you’re getting an all-metal, lightweight, and sharp 35mm lens. What more could you ask for? The Mark II is my favorite lens to carry around-no bulk, no compromises!

[@boristahmasian1644]

I have a Viltrox 20mm f2.8 and the TT Artisan 56mm f1.8 and super happy with both. The 56 f1.8 is matching Sigma 85 f1.4 primes quality costing 8x more! I had both and tested them side-by--side. Yes one is APSc and the other is FF and faster. When I look at images on my computer, I cannot tell them apart!!

[@nickbelane7893]

Thank you for your work and videos. They are very interesting! A note for 2025, there is an abundance of videos on testing and analyzing photo equipment. While these resources are valuable for understanding the equipment, it is a bit of a shame that there is less content dedicated to analyzing the photos themselves. After all, beyond the technique, the essence of photography lies in the final image created. It would be really enriching to see more videos that teach us to better understand and analyze photos, to discover the secrets of composition, light and emotion captured.

[@marcussparticus8380]

I just bought the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM SPORT And I'm very happy 😅

[@jimmay8627]

Sigma started moving upmarket with their Art series, well before Viltrox and the Artisans showed up. They can't be toast if they are no longer in the targeted space by the time the heat arrives. This makes sense given the current dynamics of the camera market, where the general trend is towards low-volume high-margin products.

[@markwiemels]

I agree.

[@randybulatao5002]

Fuji X-S20 & TTArtisan 35mm f1.8 is my all around camera. I have no complaints about it. My family loves my shots.

[@brianmiller899]

Mark you never stop amazing us. Another in-depth presentation of deep information not often found or brought to light knocking out all the key points and making it real comprehensive for students to learn. Keep the information flowing please 😊

[@markwiemels]

So kind, Thank You.

[@sangeetchakraborty261]

thanks for the detailed comparison video, loved it

[@xyphoto]

I'm wondering whether you have a chance to compare to the Meike 33mm. It is f1.4 so the blurring capability should be the similar to the Sigma.

[@toddpeterson5904]

I recently got the Viltrox 23mm f/1.4 AF for x-mount, and I love it. I'm really impressed. I've had many sigmas over the years. They are solid and work great. My only complaint about them has been their excessively clinical look. But with these excellent and even cheaper Viltrox lenses, they're my new go to. In fact, I just ordered the 56mm. Can't wait to get it

[@revolutionimagesmedia7789]

I would buy sigma over viltrox 100x out of 100. Build quality, IQ, warranty, compatibility with my camera (autofocus) and dealer support.

[@markwiemels]

Yes, I wen't over all these factors in the video. IQ is not a 1 for 1, and in some cases the ultra-budget lenses out performed the Sigma. Ultimately, you can't go wrong with the Sigma lens, that's for sure.

[@carlosandreviana9448]

​@@markwiemelsSigma lenses are boring

[@dbean5174]

Unless you want the 27 or 75mm for IQ alone.

[@Sebartus]

@@markwiemels You only buy the lens once, so it's better to pay extra and have f/1.4 with fast AF than to save a little. If someone wants Viltrox, the 27 and 75mm f/1.2 are phenomenal, worth every penny. Viltrox should expand their portfolio with f/1.2 lenses instead of wasting time on some f/1.8 especially since Sigma offers f/1.4. Viltrox should work on e.g. 56mm f/1.2. If someone has cameras like Sony A6100, A6300, A6400, A6500, A6600, A6700, they will not waste money on worse lenses because Sigma is not expensive.

[@markwiemels]

@ your logic is reasonable, but everyone has different budgets and requirements. There is a big difference between $125 for the TT and $300 for the Sigma, for many people this is very important. The better distortion correction, of the cheaper lenses, is another big one for some Fuji shooters. In real most world results you will struggle to tell them all apart. I don’t think you can go wrong with any of them, it’s just great that we have so many options now.

[@garybliss5673]

Hmmm. The title should make clear that this comparison is of *APS-C lenses" only! Because the image circle is so much larger, the challenge of sharpness across the field is much greater, so that is where the maturity of these Chinese manufacturers would be more clearly tested. -- gary ray

[@AWAShowme]

Indeed

[@garybliss5673]

@@AWAShowme The difference is huge, actually. The APS-C circle is 27.3 mm compared to 43.3 mm for full frame. So, yeah, one cannot extrapolate anything from APS-C results for FF lenses. -- gary ray

[@daijoubu4529]

And afaik many popular, smaller Viltrox and Ttartisans lens still suffer from heavy vignetting

[@izharyusrin1790]

Love your video! In this comparison, for TTArtisan are you using the mark I or mark II? TTArtisan recently released a mark II for 35mm. If you use the mark I for this video, Im looking forward for the mark II review 🙏🏻

[@markwiemels]

Mark II, I should have said that!

[@Dimezis]

Great review, thanks! Important note though - I use a couple of Sigma lenses on Fuji and the camera corrects both the distortion and vignetting just fine.

[@markwiemels]

Thanks for letting me know. Since I only have the 30mm on Sony, I could test this, but was going on the reading I had done. Doing some further research I can see you are correct, so thanks for brining this to my attention!

[@Liam-c9u3r]

Can’t believe a $125 lens can be this good! Compact, metal build, and sharp performance. The TTArtisan 35mm f1.8 Mark II might be one of the best budget lenses out there.

[@hank.hacking]

Yeah I'd don't know man, a couple 35mm primes with ubiquitous apertures doesn't seem very disruptive.

[@MaybeAnnatar]

When they're signficantly cheaper, that is disruptive.

[@MaxR.]

Actually I am trying right now to decided between the Sigma 30mm f1.4 and the Viltrox 35mm f1.7. Right now I have the XC35mm f2 for Fujifilm. As I am struggling often with 35mm being to tight for me I tend towards the 30mm Sigma. The 1.4 is also a plus for the Sigma. 30mm to 35mm is actually already a pretty significant difference. But hard decision. I have the Viltrox 56mm f1.7 and like it a lot.

[@nilpatel9096]

I just ordered the viltrox 35 1.7 on sale for $152 until end of month, however if 35 mm is too tight go for 30 mm

[@alexanderdederer8250]

Or try Viltrox 27mmf1.2

[@MaxR.]

@alexanderdederer8250 would love to but the size and weight are a big downer.

[@brownwallet942]

Brah, you already have xf 35mmf2. A different focal length would be a more sensible option

[@HD-su9sq]

I bought the TTartisans 56 after seeing your review, and I really like it. But I do notice that I miss shots because the autofocus is a bit slow. Autofocus performance has now moved up my list of priorities, on par with optical performance, weight, and cost.

[@ChrisBrogan]

Excellent detail and wonderful information, and I watched all the way to the end. What's funny is, to me, you ended by saying, "You get what you pay for." Kind of. But also like you REALLY said, they're all close. I own lenses from all three and like them all pretty similarly in real world application. Really fun to watch. Hope Christmas went well for you, Mark. :)

[@S-K42]

So Sigma is done because their lenses have established themselves as a top choice due to their significantly improved autofocus performance, superior image quality, exceptional sharpness, and enhanced flare resistance ?! For many photographers, myself included, the primary factors in selecting a lens are autofocus speed and image quality, and Sigma consistently excels in these critical areas.

[@WidePhotographs]

Yea I was confused by the click bait title. I was skipping through and it seems he kept saying “sigma performs better” on each category.

[@chosenideahandle]

Sigma Contemporary series lenses may seem like they’re built better, but they just look and feel that way. There are only three very small screws put into plastic holding the front and rear sections together. They strip out very easily if they take an impact. It wouldn’t surprise me if the other two could take a harder hit (not that I’d recommend a test lol).

[@sucreelbarbaro2138]

I recently ordered a ttartisan 35mm f1.8 mark II. I don't have the version 1 but they improved some of its flaws, like minimum focused distance, improved auto focus, pretty cheap, $125

[@Joh146]

I´ve bought my used Sigma 30 1.4 for about 200 EUR. At this pricepoint I don´t think about alternatives for a few EUR less which are slower.

[@eltee5696]

In the late 90s, sigma lenses, notorious for fogging. My 14mm f2.8 fogged so badly it was like shooting through a Coke bottle. Sigma Japan asked me to send it to them through their agent. Came back months later - same. So I quickly got rid of my 400mm f5 6. From bad experience I don't dare buy their art lenses. Sure my tokina ATX also fogged. But that was about 20 years later.

[@speedandmotion]

Have the Sigma 30mm f1.4 and really like it. Got the ttartisan 56mm f1.8 and it’s nice but the lens hood is useless. You can’t use a polarizer filter as it gets in the way of the hood.

[@markwiemels]

Yes, it's an issue They have fixed that with the new 35mm, it's a normal lens hood.

[@cookiejuice2006]

Excellent video Mark👍🏽 looking for some cheap lenses to spend some Christmas money on and this definitely helps my confidence with going cheaper

[@joshr961]

I just bought both the 56 f1.7 and 35 f1.7. For 300usd and that’s crazy cheap. Hoping I don’t regret them. I do pixel peep a bit and have a tamron 17-70. Wanted something a bit smaller/lighter for family outings as I’ve found the limits of light at f2.8. But f2.8 is definitely still do able just not ideal hoping to get a bit more bokeh as well. Considering I could’ve just got the sigma 30 for like what is it 280$? I got 2 primes. Hoping I don’t regret it. All though the viltrox 75f1.2 may also come in the near future as a dedicated portrait lens. We’ll see how much I like these. Edit* I got both today. Tiny and very nice for when you don’t want to bring a big lens around. Compared to my tamron I noticed 0 difference in sharpness pixel peeping. What I did notice though is the bokeh is absolutely 10/10 for a lens in this price range. First one I used was the 35mm and it’s just a great lens guys. I was skeptical because of the price. Now I’m questioning why I spent so much on the tamron albeit it definitely still has its purpose I think these primes are much better for portraits and casual photo taking. Cannot recommend enough.

[@sdhute]

You could also make a similar video on not buying canon apsc since your locked into the more expensive 3rd party lenses. Love to see the viltrox on RF apsc. These other lens options make Sony, Nikon more reasonable offers.

[@jtes1442]

The Chinese lenses are a good value, but they usually don't do well in direct sunlight, lack weather sealing. What’s hurting Sigma is that they are not sending out free lenses like the Chinese companies do, 😂.

[@brownwallet942]

Except that Viltrox 35mmf1.7 and TtArtisan 35mmf1.8 mk2 actually do well in direct sunlight and currently priced less than 140USD. Instant buy

[@ILFforever]

The Viltrox pro lenses are also fully Metal and are weather sealed. They're a little more expensive though.

[@brownwallet942]

@ILFforever we're not talking about Viltrox pro lenses. They're too big like a coffee mug

[@ILFforever]

@@brownwallet942 I have the 27 1.2 prime for X mount and it's roughly the same size as my other low F prime lens. Although they aren't small by any means. Great image quality though!

[@brownwallet942]

@@ILFforever if im a photographer as a profession, id consider the viltrox pro lenses for sure. My camera is XE1, and ttartisan 27mmf2.8 is enough for me

[@lionheart4424]

Hey Mark, I think you only missed to specify if you tested the original TTArtisan 35mm f1.8 or it's newer mark II version. I understand that they have different optical formulas, being that the original one resolving more resolution on the midframe (iirc). Anyways, I have the TTArtisan 56mm f1.8 and love it's build quality and has good image quality. The new TTArtisan 35mm fells like a steal for its $125 USD price.

[@markwiemels]

Yes, it was the Mark II.

[@user-mx9md5so8b]

I've heard the Yongnuo 33mm f/1.4 is currently the best value for money in the 30/35mm range for aps-c. Would you place it above the sigma 30mm?

[@markwiemels]

I have not tested it, but thanks for the heads up.

[@kirkcosta]

What about the yongnuo 33 F/1.4

[@JeremyCockle]

I have this lense. It is both higher quality and weather sealed. love it Should have been in this comparison!

[@davidh6340]

Hi @markwiemels another very informative video! As a Fuji user, would you say all the Viltrox and TTArtisan lenses have in camera barrel distortion correction like these lenses tested? Thank you!

[@markwiemels]

This seems to be generally true, but will vary based on the lens. From memory the 56mm comparison was a similar story.

[@boristahmasian1644]

Great video Mark. You are spoiling Sigma's party my friend!! Haha. I own the Viltox 20mm and the TT Artisan 56. They produce pro quality images. I tested the 56 against the Sigma 85 f1.4 and could not tell them apart. Wow.

[@Sorennn94]

I hope they bring those in the rf system

[@31filmz68]

That sigma 30mm is glued to my M50! Kinda hard to beat it!

[@khaloof.m]

I got the ttartisan 35mm f1.8 for 160$ i wanted the Sigma bit it costs 280$ i ended up w the ttartisan and its so good except some minor issues that im sure happens bcz its the mark 1 but it doesnt bother me, it changed my whole photography coming from a kit lens i use a sony a6000

[@ЕкатеринаНгуен-ъ4ю]

Last time i ordered ttartisan 56 1.8, but now i am waiting for Viltrox 35 1.7. Ttartisan’s heavy vignetting and only windows friendly upgrade affected my decision to buy viltrox

[@photobeast]

I love sharp lenses I love Sharp Images. My cheapest lens is $100 my most expensive lens is $10,000 . Honestly I don't really pay attention to the corners . My subject is always somewhere on the rule of thirds line or in the center.

[@markwiemels]

This is the way I think too.

[@BassDad-TV]

idk what it is about someone holding a mic that wasn't meant to be held makes my OCD go nuts! Still good video thanks for the info..

[@guidonagle5075]

Hand held mics seems to be a new trend among KZbinrs.

[@BassDad-TV]

@ hand holding mics that are in no way meant to be held has definitely become a trend for some odd reason

[@markwiemels]

I'm traveling, and it was the best option for good audio, with what I had on hand. In noisy environments, or reverberant rooms, it gives the best audio quality. I suspect the trend started with people trying to get cleaner audio.

[@BassDad-TV]

@ I’m not mad about it bro it’s just something I don’t like. It is nothing rational. Surely you have things that bugs you too that wouldn’t really make sense to other people. It’s just my crazy head. But I have noticed some other channels doing it too. I get perfectly clean audio out of my Shure lapel mic though

[@markwiemels]

@@BassDad-TV I wasn't offended by your comment or thinking you where mad, was just giving you my reasoning.

[@caseyleedom6771]

So what governs Lenws Autofocus Behavior/Speed? Isn't the Autofocus in the Camera? So is this a case where the Lens Autofocus Motors are just slower / Less Accurate?

[@markwiemels]

I think there are a few factors, related to the lens, and one of them is the motor speed for sure.

[@bryronify]

I feel like this is as a bigger pressure on Canon on opening up their mount than it is to Sigma - of course still a pressure for sure. With these third party lenses, Sony feels a lot more appealing than Canon especially for hobbyists / non pros.

[@Crazyworldd160]

perfect video i am looking for 56mm for close up head shot and cant afford sigma .

[@T-Prime848]

What do you think of the Meike lenses Can you make a video about that …

[@markwiemels]

Yes, very good.

[@lekkerpruven887]

Seems like very very good lenses if you want to record something risky. Old Z6 for example, very very cheap second hand. Cheap lens. Let the explosions begin. But an action camera might be just as good.

[@lekkerpruven887]

Ehm.. last thing. Did you check color accuracy? Not many people (especially amateurs) walk around with a color card. So good accuracy front the get go might be important.

[@pureheartvisuals]

Sigma’s reach for multiple Mount Types wins no matter how budget another brand can go. I shoot multiple Brands and I despise the fact of having to group 3rd party lenses with only certain brands. What’s the sense in liking a lens, wanting to purchase it but you need to be within a certain Camera Brand. A budget lens for a camera that someone doesn’t use, creates a pause. I’ve seen 2 Viltrox lenses that I probably would have bought but not available for mount type that I would need those lenses for. Sucks for sure.

[@shaneweightman]

If the cheap lenses bring quality and good performance, bring it on , let’s save some money 🎉

[@Mithinco]

It's great to have options. I'd like to see a pancake lens from Sigma though!

[@Velox404]

hmm, does either TTArtisan or Viltrox got fast standard zoom with AF? That's what I thought ;)

[@markwiemels]

Nope.

[@kicyiu]

Instead of the bulky and heavy Sigma 30mm I would prefer the small and and tiny TtArtisan 27mm

[@zhecloud1]

I have the feeling that the 1st generaton of the TTa 35mm is overall better than this 2nd one, except for the size and minimum focus distance..

[@markwiemels]

I have not tested them side by side, so can't comment.

[@don7117]

Not sure if 7artisans is same as TTartisan, but their 50mm f1.8 is another great and affordable Chinese lens.

[@daijoubu4529]

??? I thought Sigma lens were officially supported by Fuji, firmware update done in camera and distortion corrected

[@markwiemels]

Thanks! I got that wrong, not all lenses are, but the Sigma is. I have pinned a correction in the comments.

[@daijoubu4529]

@markwiemels but im curious, if the corrections are stored on the lens firmware and the the camera's, is it possible the Viltrox and Ttartisans are also corrected and thus shows little distortion? Could you compare SOOC JPEGs vs RAF?

[@markwiemels]

@@daijoubu4529 I was told by Viltrox and TT that the corrections for their lenses are not supported by Fuji. So I'm going based on that info. The Sony corrections seem to be saved in the lens, but I have read Fuji corrections are in the camera, but I don't know if either of those statements are correct.

[@g-low6365]

so. viltrox and ttartisans are doing sigma what sigma did to the big 2 years ago? nice. more to choose for us

[@JMCIII1957]

It will also depend on the camera you're using. I have a Canon EF-M camera, so the Sigma is my ONLY choice.

[@martinhommel9967]

Price isn’t everything

[@markwiemels]

That's why I made the video.

[@gregelgie]

More 3rd party options are great for the consumer. Sigma and Tamron will have to innovate to set themselves apart for their price premiums.

[@GeaniProduction]

Meike is cheapes with good quality, AF and more. For me use nikon z5 body meike is good alternative.

[@boristahmasian1644]

BTW, I like your titles. They tell the truth and as we all know, truth sometimes hurts! If the Viltrox 35 is anything like the Viltrox 20 f2.8 I own, Sigma is indeed in trouble. 90-95% percent of the performance at 1/3 the cost... why not save some money without much compromise..

[@tjwalkup7155]

The use of the comica is a little hot

[@rahulkm9747]

Image processing softwares having corrections for Sigma is also an advantage

[@markwiemels]

Even the cheap lenses now have profiles in Lightroom, not sure about other software options.

[@rahulkm9747]

@markwiemels not yet on dxo for my viltrox 56mm 1.7. I think capture one doesn't have viltrox corrections at all but I maybe wrong.

[@Shag]

Brotha Mike I love all your videos. I need to order you the “ULANZI MT-79” for that Comica VM 30/40 because I just hate to see you holding that mic like that.

[@bing0bongo]

cries in Canon RF

[@DeadliestEvil]

I just started the video and were holding a shotgun mic.... why?

[@markwiemels]

Traveling, no boom stand.

[@xedarkrunner5167]

The gen 2 series of the Samyang/Rokinon 35, 50 and 85mm f1.4 shouldn't be slept on either! Not comparable to the older versions.

[@markwiemels]

Good info, thanks.

[@jliang70]

for me my interest on viltrox or Sigma wbe on their lab and art series. Lab 135mm f1.8 has really tick my interest in viltrox so i will be interest in their upcoming lab series. Sigma has somehow became stagnated with their full frame prime lenses, .I like to see Sigma replacing 28mn , 40mm 105mm and 135mm in coming two year's.

[@MirekEm1]

Wait some time for verdict. It is like cars, nice package but rusty.

[@jesusfernandopenagarcia3075]

I mean you just need one click to correct de distorsion on Sigma leneses... but boy they've become expensive

[@sburton84]

Would certainly be nice if Viltrox would start making lenses for L-Mount...

[@markwiemels]

Agree.

[@martinmakella]

I would hope that they will make some fast zooms for the MFT system. And a merry christmas to all.

[@alpenfoxvideo7255]

i remember using these sigma lenses years ago. The 16 f/1.4 was such a gem. Now I have an entire set of G Masters and those tiny sigmas surely helped me grow

[@JakeChambersOy]

You can get the Viltrox for 135€ on a discount in Germany already.

[@markwiemels]

I think they launched it with a sale price.

[@elysiumcore]

Nahhh Sigma especially their Art Series are fantastic 😍 - i love my 85mm 1.4 Sigma - Ohh i also own a TT Artisans 35mm cinelens 👀

[@vukhuat4251]

It's time for mark II, Sigma. You have made enough money with your lenses :))

[@djxcel23]

I think sigma is the lowest 3rd party I will go.

[@Hades_playing]

MARK8 code doesn’t work

[@markwiemels]

Thanks, I just checked, it’s because it’s currently on sale. So they don’t allow a double discount.

[@StareSorteVocaBiH]

You are comparing different lenses here. If you wanted budget lens of sigma, you should compare Sigma 30mm 2.8 ex dn, or Sigma 30mm 2.8 dn a.

[@nyannyanneko5919]

i'd pick tokina and viltrox over ttartisan

[@moaliyt]

Good comparison but click-baity title is :( !

[@markwiemels]

Yeah, it’s painful. I wish people would watch without them.

[@Mariner1460]

Game over? Huh? You just showed how the Sigma is better than the other two in nearly every way. Not bad for a lens that’s been around for nearly 9 years.

[@abakahcoffie]

Waiting patiently for the lmount versions

[@beneath_the_woods]

You make good videos but I'm really tired of this insane click baiting.

[@markwiemels]

I think Sigma is done in the lowest price point end of the market. Which was the key take away from my testing, and it’s the question I started the video with.

[@smvga6859]

Use what you can afford within your budget. Stop putting photographers skills in your equipment!

[@DesoloZantas]

Sigma can make great zoom lenses. 😏

[@colbeyjoyce416]

Now if they’ll just make a 400mm so I can take pictures of these BIRDS! 😂

[@gyorgykoncz997]

I like Viltrox lenses they’re unbeatable in price for their performance.

[@blazerbarrel2]

Ttartisans are great lenses on the monochrome !