Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 Lens Review: Good. Heavy. Interesting.

[@impatrickt]

man if this was 24-50 it'd be THE CHOSEN ONE.

[@geraldundone]

"You were my brother, Anakin!"

[@Nathan_Lundstrom]

@@geraldundoneThank you for the incredible reference ❤

[@soumyonath911]

I mean I think if they stretched it so much it would either deteriorate the quality or be really expensive, I see no other reason for this weird focal range

[@MonicaHolly143]

Would rather have 24 45 than 50 dont need that extra weight just for 5mm

[@kmt488]

I'd still be down for 24-40mm

[@piewars12345]

Just for anyone who is also very interested in this lens for video, the L mount version allows for linear focus pulling with an adjustable throw of 90 to 720 degrees. I'd assume it's a setting you set in the camera (the fp for me) just like the other sigma lenses with this feature.

[@MrWiseinheart]

Good to know!

[@jack_bench]

Thank you for the tip!

[@flochfitness]

That Sennheiser set up is absolute money!

[@MiesvanderLippe]

When even the comments about a sponsor are positive you are in a sacred part of KZbin

[@0xmigu]

The sponsor message felt like an amazing review by itself lol

[@Nathan_Lundstrom]

As someone who uses a 35 1.4 GM and 70-200 2.8 GM as my main two lenses, this would offer me more flexibility in my wide focal range and let me keep the shallow DOF look when I want to hide the background. I’ve been thinking about replacing the 35 with a 24, but this 28-45 would probably be the choice now that it exists!

[@kilikdudley]

I just did the same thing. 28 and 45 cover 95% of my shots shooting docs. Replaced my 35 gm and I’m thrilled with the upgrade.

[@MichaelGAubrey]

After Sigma released the 24-35mm f/2, I had hoped we might find a mirrorless that extended it to 20-35mm f/2. That said, this is still a very appealing.

[@Tadala_de_10]

I have one great copy of 24-35 and I love it, but for sure, 20-35 or even 18-35, would be much appreciated

[@teambroforce]

Linear Focus would be even Better....i'll keep my old 24-35 for gimbal work and follow Focus.

[@bartoszpiszczek]

I think you should mention in the video that this lens is basically three f/1.8 prime lenses - 28mm, 35mm, and 45mm - in one package.

[@Reuel_Media]

Yes but 35mm is the only common focal length there

[@piotrgraniszewski8544]

28 and 45 are my fav focal lengths lol ​@@Reuel_Media

[@domantasbronusas]

28mm is good, its like weird

[@LexanderMiller]

@@Reuel_Media28 is common enough imo

[@piotrgraniszewski8544]

@@domantasbronusas it's actually the lesser of two weirds. :P

[@JoaquimGonsalves]

2:23 this is my biggest pet peeve with all mirrorless lenses from any brand.

[@IanHobday]

$1350 is a steal of a deal for this lens!

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

lol, just $50 more than 35/1.4GM and $600 more than Sigma 35/1.4, it's a steal, and look who's stealing 🤪

[@IanHobday]

@@ElementaryWatson-123 35/1.4 doesn't do 28, 40, or 45mm. Of any of the focal lengths in between. If primes are your jam then buy the prime, but for what this lens offers it's a great price.

[@christiansterk8850]

I'm actually more interested in the sponsored item 😅

[@WilliamFaucher]

So am I, actually!

[@JoATTech]

Hope there would be review soon :D.

[@JMSobrevilla]

Me too 😂

[@codythep]

Same 😂😂😂 Great sponsorship

[@mavfan1]

Thumbs down for using “actually”.

[@maruwaanmoses]

I think the Tamron 25-50 f/2 would be a much more useful lens

[@tomstechchannel93]

You got me very interested in ...the Sennheiser EW-D System. I would like to seeing a review about it made by Gerald in the future. And of course thanks for the lens review. Although it is very fast, it won't be able to retire my Sony 24-70mm F2.8 I very soon because of the not wide enough 28mm and the not close enough 45mm.

[@richbottarini86]

I witched several of the other reviews and your outstanding. However, what impressed me was almost all had disclaimers and explanations of the loan. You video seems to have worked.

[@mavfan1]

Hey Gerald, might help to explain the close focus distance is measured from the sensor plane, not the front of the lens. I see a lot of reviewers who aren’t aware of this and express surprise that the lens is focusing when the front of the lens is closer to the subject than the distance the manufacturer quotes.

[@carboncut]

Probably missed it, but the real feature of the 18-35mm is the compatibility with Metabones on m43. I am still a m43/L-Mount user and primarily use Sigma EF ART on both L mount and m43 with both Speedbooster styles (m43) and the MC-21 with the Aurora filter modification. I would like to see a feature of the 18-35mm with 0.71x Speedbooster on G9 II versus the 28-45mm on an S5 II for video focus performance in AF/MF where PDAF and Manual/Linear settings are compared.

[@fotosvond_]

What, a 1.8 zoom lens? Didn't expect that.

[@iambenlerner]

The sponsored segment is actually so good hahaha

[@cbflazaro]

I'd love a bit more range/smaller even if was f2/f2.2

[@apexyao8931]

We need a 12-600mm F1.2 zoom lens 🥲

[@sashinger5230]

Around 800g and of course under 1k, please! Thx! 😂

[@xWood4000]

With excellent optical characteristics

[@rickbiessman6084]

Only if those lazy engineers make it a pancake though! And don’t those greedy CEOs make it more than $500! :)

[@lumenography6790]

You guys are funny

[@noelbenjaminfernandez3289]

with macro, OSS and parfocal and internal zoom, YES!

[@clintonhaby]

Good call on the 18-35 1.8 effective focal range equivalence. In my Sony FS5 days the 18-35 1.8 basically lived on the camera for running around shooting B-Roll. This 28-45 lens on any of the full frame Sonys will be a fantastic run around B-Roll lens.

[@CartyCantDance]

The focus can be set to linear on L mount cameras, so this would be a perfect pairing with the s5iiX. I’m waiting for the sigma 75-150mm f1.8 next. What a lens from sigma!

[@themercerguy]

Totally agree with the first sentiment, but I'm fairly certain a 75-150 1.8 for full frame would be prohibitively big/heavy.

[@CartyCantDance]

@@themercerguy I’m just saying if they’re updating the 18-35 f/1.8, then it makes sense they come out with the full frame equivalent for the 50-100 f/1.8 next. Just a theory. I agree, sounds expensive and enormous

[@RK-db4oq]

Sony, Nikon, Canon, etc. ask $2K plus for their "normal" 2.8 zooms, and you think $1,350 is too much?

[@radimpalus]

As per the price - if this would be branded "SONY", it would cost twice as much. For such type of very fast zoom lens I think the price is reasonable. It makes much more sense to me than the SONY 24-50mm f/2.8, which costs just 200 USD less and is 1.3 stops slower. Actually I was hoping for such lens to come as I really wanted an full frame version of the Sigma 18-35. So I'm really glad about this lens! And seeing the nice rendering of the out of focus areas, it is really tempting. I used to have the Sigma 24-35 f/2.0 and it was a great performer - sharp and with a great bokeh. And it also outperformed the prime lenses at the time it was made.

[@MAP-Designs]

Can you do a review of that Sennheiser? One of the rare times I am actually interested in the sponsor product!

[@petersvan7880]

Haha, was thinking the same :)

[@Samskihero]

It's finally nice to see manufacturers release interesting lenses that push the boundaries a bit, I personally would have been much more interested in a 24-50 F1.8 but I bet that would have been an awfully heavy bit of glass just to get 24mm out of the optics but I'm so glad to see these unique lenses come to market, Still holding out for that 24-105 F2.8 E-Mount

[@danielduanetv]

Are you going to get your hands on the new DZO Arles lenses?

[@unn4medfeel1ng]

Doesn't Panasonic/Leica have the ability to switch between linear and non-linear focus response?

[@luisneumannp2748]

The S cameras normally have that feature but I don't know if the sigma lenses support it. Works with Lumix lenses though

[@BernardVideo]

When a new photo or video product is released, you are the most reliable source for me. Your advice is always precise and tailored, allowing me to make informed choices. Thanks to you, I can be sure to stay at the cutting edge of technology and get the most out of every new piece of equipment. Thank you for your unmatched expertise!

[@zbieraj]

The problem is that for the same price, you can get the Tamron 35-150mm f/2.0-2.8. An important note: in the 35-45mm range, the Tamron still maintains an f/2.0 aperture (it only goes to f/2.2 at 50mm). It is 5mm longer and 215g heavier than the Sigma. Additionally, the Tamron 25-50mm f/2.0 is coming, which according to rumors, will be half the size, half the weight, and half the price of the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8. And Sony is about to release Sony 24-70mm f/2.0 for the price (again, rumors) between this Sigma and Canon 28-70mm f/2.0. While it is the brightest full-frame zoom ever made, it doesn't offer enough in terms of range, size, and weight to be truly competitive with what's already available on the market, especially considering what's about to be released (such as the aforementioned Tamron 25-50mm f/2.0).

[@reinhardbecker284]

For the Tamron we will see, but the Sony will never be in the same price range. Look at Canons 28-70 for 3k, so maybe it will bit cheaper, but I expect the the range…

[@SergeyAnto]

How does it sit on the ronin rs3 in conjunction with the a7iv/s5iix? Isn't it too hard for Ronin to be with him?

[@gaarax0x]

Would this be a good lens for the LUMIX S9? 😊

[@vaniaaprillia9495]

Absolutely

[@PetrKlapper]

It actually stretches almost to 70mm in APS-C 4K video with equivalent f/2.8, so it's even better than using the original 18-35/1.8 for video on APS-C only.

[@frankfeng2701]

But costs three times as much and not nearly as adaptable as EF mount on other systems.

[@questioneverything680]

Sorry if there’s any incorrect audio lingo, I’m not as well versed 💀 For the sennheiser unit, can I record multiple lines with the one receiver? Or will I need to get a separate unit if I want to do something like put a lav on two separate people?

[@cameracentretv]

This lens is one of the most interesting I have tried out recently! Love the video!

[@kaimelis]

Here we go the feed will flood with this lens. Gerald is the first in line though :)

[@paulengle5784]

Great video. This is the first time I recall you pulling your pictures in Lightroom. Please keep up the strong work!

[@noheadlights]

On L-Mount you can enable linear focussing in the menus. It would seem that the manual focussing problem is E-Mount specific.

[@itssoaztek4592]

I love internal focus zoom lenses.

[@findingefilm]

Huh, that Sennheiser kit is interesting. Looks like an upgraded version of the Deity HD-TX system, which ive used for years. It is great

[@BoostLeekdMedia]

I seriously thought it'd be priced MUCH higher, like $1600+. Price is quite good. I would LOVE to bring this lens with me to trips. Solid lens for walking around cities like Chicago, San Fran, New York, Tokyo, etc. I'm excited for it. I just hope they make a Z mount for Nikon!

[@shApYT]

Why can't we change the focus response? It's all focus by wire. It is software defined.

[@photoangelov]

I think you should mention, that the focus ring on Sigma lenses can be set to 'linear' on L-mount cameras (at least on Panasonic).

[@spdcrzy]

This plus a 35-150mm are basically the only two lenses you need for event/run-n-gun work now.

[@malz]

Unfortunately I can't stand the so much non-linear manual focus operation. If you consider buying this lens - bear this in mind. I've got 50mm DG DN and I love Sigma brand and their lenses from DSLR times, but this makes a lens pretty non-usable for me for video work. But I got the aperture ring that I never use... ☹

[@carmepla]

OMG, I adored the APSC version so much!!!! Should they release a full frame RF version I'd have to get it, I'm afraid

[@MrNategates]

If only there is an RF version. I think Canon is still restricting what lenses they approve for the mount ?

[@davidlongenecker9414]

Definitely and intriguing option! Whats even more interesting is it's not far off in size and weight from an 18-35 with the MC11 adapter. VERY different in price.

[@gitpho]

28-45mm is pretty much the perfect wide-to-standard focal range IMO. I rarely shoot wider than 28mm, and ~43mm is the true “normal” focal length for full-frame sensors (side note: we need more 43mm lenses!). I do wish this were a more compelling video lens, but the trade-offs are understandable.

[@RapInstrumentalsLemonsProdcom]

Will the ne an EF mount Version avalible soon?

[@jleung85]

What was this video shot on tho? A7iv + 35mm gm?

[@heffelumpphotoco]

This is cool. Wonder if they’ll do an FF equivalent of the 50-100mm f1.8 next.

[@RichardStroffolino]

Glad it doesn’t have the insane green flaring that the 18-35 1.8 does. Would miss the 1:4 reproduction on the older lens, agree that it’s frustrating when you want to get just a little closer and can’t.

[@robertluxamafreethinker]

For 3 Panasonic's primes f/1.8 lenses, in this focal range (28mm, 35mm & 50mm), we would pay about $1600 or more. But, with this badboy from Sigma we actually pay less than (round) 30% to have these 3 focal range in one. This Sigma lens is actually wonderful😍👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 We hope to see a fullframe Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8 Zoom Lens soon to pair with this badboy!!😍

[@ConcordStudios]

I’m on the fence, I originally was looking to get the tamron 35-150 f2.8 but with the clear image zoom it makes the sigma 28-45 f1.8 much more appealing

[@sabatiniontech7256]

I have the 18-35mm f1.8 and the 50-100mm f1.8, they are both fabulous low light lenses

[@joostkuijper6272]

It might be better optically than most Sigma f/1.4 Art primes, but I don't think it beats the 40mm f/1.4 Art DSLR design lens, and the 28mm DSLR design might also be a bit better a bit at same apertures in the corners at least.

[@Tardsmat]

I don't understand why nonlinear focus is still the standard tbh. Linear focus works perfectly fine for fully manual lenses. I guess maybe focus by wire lenses have to compensate for the electronic focus ring being less precise?

[@avx111]

The price is actually pretty good I think, it's basically two primes in one. People love the RF 28-70 2.0 because it's 3 primes in one, but this isn't quite as versatile. I wonder how this one compares to the Sigma 40mm f/1.4 which is one of my go to lenses.

[@reinhardbecker284]

I assume the 40 is much better wide open, because there are nearly no primes who can stand against the 40… But the 40 ist no Zoom! If you need/want the possible bit of quality still take the best primes. If you need flexibility take zooms, because what gives you the better quality from the prime, if the picture contains not everything needed…

[@WasionKey]

I rather have a lightweight 40mm with a low aperture. I feel like zooms make more sense for apsc when the lenses can be super small and low apertures

[@cweb1988]

The Sigma 18-35 is pretty legendary. This looks like a nice effort and edition. I think I'll always prefer my prime trio though. If I was shooting lots of events, etc. though, big zooms like this would make sense.

[@wkmpellucid]

I can see using this lens on a Sony FX30 (42-67.5mm)as an interview lens. Internal focus - zoom works with matte box - which I use.

[@cbflazaro]

I'd argue that 42-62 makes this lens less versatile.

[@wkmpellucid]

@@cbflazaro Not for that application.

[@elementary8963]

You can set the lens to linear with Lumix cameras.

[@davidpossien3061]

Cool lens, but I'll stick with my adapted 18-35 until the price comes down. The 18-35 still has 25-35mm range with no vignette in full frame. If using both full frame and apsc modes for video, the 18-35 gives you an equivalent 25mm-56mm range vs the 28-72mm for the new lens. The 18-35 is still crazy versatile for a cheap fast lens. And the close focusing distance on the 18-35 is insanely close.

[@datdudeinred]

Beautiful watch. What watch is that?

[@shubhamgusain9392]

Please Compare Sigma 24-70mm 2.8 DG DN II or 28-70mm 2.8 Contemporary With Sigma 28-45mm 1.8

[@shubhamgusain9392]

For Wedding Photography... I am Confused between these lenses to buy for my work

[@jordanb7144]

Crazy how I was just thinking they should update the 18-35 f1.8….and boom 28-45….😁 be the perfect lens to get with the Pyxis

[@YourJapans]

Great review as always, However I'm still happy with my 18-35 on my Full frame Sony A74, and I really don't mind the focusing sound as I record most of my audio externally. The Sennheiser on the other hand, is very expensive, and probably would upset many enthusiasts.

[@robiulahmed]

Stop reviewing lenses on launch day, you weirdo!

[@WoodcraftBySuman]

Good stuff but the real question is: how often do you change the bananas?

[@BootStrapTurnerVideography]

Aperture ring, glad to see that on the new lens. Internal zoom! May have to pick one up even though I have the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art. Would have been a replacement if f/1.8 were available for 24-70mm.

[@lazdafilms]

wait for sony 24-70 f2

[@YananoBere]

I think this is a good fit for film making and videography. I LOVE IT ❤

[@andreasbulowhansen9413]

Manual focus will be very different with this lens on L mount as the Panasonic cameras can electronically be dialled into linear focus and u can even set the amount of degrees of focus throw

[@andersistbesser]

Only lumix lenses can do that

[@andreasbulowhansen9413]

@@andersistbesser incorrect. Sigma website itself states this: Switching between linear and non-linear focus ring settings (L-Mount only)

[@andreasbulowhansen9413]

@@andersistbesser also, see the CVP review of the 24-70 which clearly states that the art lenses behave differently on L-mount bodies because of this feature

[@thebluehotel]

Normally I'd make a comment about something purple, but I think I have to disagree: $1350 is fine when you look at something like the Tamron 35-150. Obviously that has more functionality zoom wise, but it's also even bigger and heavier and quite a bit more in cost, and not a constant aperture either. In terms of its role in a kit, I see this almost like a prime with a trick up its sleeve: it can zoom to the extents of the medium-wide focal length range and maintain f1.8. In this sense I'm comparing it to primes that are close focusing or tilt shift or have some cool feature besides being f1.8 and sharp. I'm also hesitant to compare it to traditional zooms because almost all zooms go from one 'range' to another (wide to medium to telephoto, i.e. 16-35 goes from ultrawide to medium, 24-70 goes from wide to medium-telephoto, etc.). TL;DR: I'm unlikely to buy one, but if I were to get one, I see it less useful in its ability as a zoom lens and more as a flexible prime.

[@thunderstruck560]

I just dont understand this lens focal range. I've been looking at getting the new sigma 24-70 2.8 mk2 because i've had lots of scenarios where my 28-75mm wasn't wide enough, but when i slap on my 16-28 it is too wide and not flexible. The 1.8 is cool but i'd rather just use the primes and move around because they are lighter and better.

[@nazrhael3660]

I would have loved to see something a bit wider. A 20-35 DG would be my personal sweet spot!

[@tracycrum3788]

Looks like a nice lens. Folks have to appreciate how difficult it is to create a lens like this. There's a bit of convenience with minimal tradeoffs. The Sennheiser mic is also very interesting.

[@JasonLorette]

I absolutely LOVED my 18-35 for my Nikon DSLR...just wish I could get this for my Nikon Z camera.

[@thidnascimento]

Another great video! Would be fantastic if they release a 50-100mm or 50-90mm f/1.8 for full frame (since the 18-35mm aps-c lens has a 50-100mm pair)

[@antone9751]

Not sure why this would be closer to the 18-35 when it’s full frame? Surely this replaces the Sigma 24-35 no?

[@paulliddement2781]

Well anything wider than 28mm would have added massive weight. Plus 28mm is the most used Cinema focal length as is 40mm which the zoom end will be near enough after focus breathing correction.

[@ovalord516]

I wonder if it’s possible to have an 18-35mm full frame Sigma. That would be awesome. Great vid Gerald!

[@johntupper1369]

Damn sigma has been pushing limits on FF mirrorless systems recently. Great video, Gerald

[@AR-vf7vg]

in coming is supposedly GM 24-70 f1.8. (string rumore)

[@benja1378]

For the Maunal Focusing: If you have a Lumix Camera you can literally just make the no-linear focus throw linear :) (only 360° tho for non Lumix lenses) Guess you don't get that feature with Sony xD

[@JohannBauermeister]

Stoked that Sigma (and Tamron) keep innovating. Thank you!

[@frankfeng2701]

Tamron is clearly the more innovative one.

[@darrenpang1318]

Thanks for the review. I wish it had been a 24-50 F1.8. Then all the 24mm, 35mm, 50mm F1.8 Prime lens can be replaced instantly by 1 single lens.

[@MrAlElmes]

What I really want is a sigma 18-35mm 1.8 mkii. Would become my go to lens for the fx30

[@WasionKey]

Make it 15-35 1.8 and the same size as the 18-50 2.8 and I WILL DROP EVERYTHING 😆

[@heartshapedfilms]

I honestly think the 2x zoom of the 18 35 just makes it that little bit more flexible. it this was a hair wider and a touch tighter people would love it - while I think the wieght is a bit of a turn off Not sure why they didnt just do a 28-70 f2 its more of a head line for them with the hype train now being 1,8 but for more reach and losing a1/3 of a stop i think more people in the long run would be happy especially at halve the price of the canon 28-70 while the canon shooters couldnt even get it!

[@CassidyHansen]

wait, is the zoom backwards or am i losing it

[@hunterhart1]

Just reviewed this lens on my channel, one of the best lenses I have reviewed. 24-50 would have been better but would have been huge.

[@greysuit17]

This is an epic lens!

[@watarchives]

If Sigma releases a version of 15mm-50mm Full Frame with f/1.8 and higher, It'll be game over.

[@TheFraziers]

Being full frame glass, this seems more like the spiritual successor to the old Sigma 24-35 F2. I really liked it but it had some serious drawbacks that this lens seems to improve upon.

[@BrendanEvan]

I’m just curious if the bananas in the back are real, and get switched out every few days OR if they are fake and if so, why are they in the studio. They must have terrible dynamic range

[@ACDGibson]

Limited range puts me off a bit.... but it's 1.8 🤔 Maybe I'll rent it to check it out and make up my mind about it.

[@geraldundone]

This is the way.

[@seleemzid7881]

i had been waiting for this lens for yeaaaaaaaaaars . Thanks Gerald for as usual amazing review

[@EduardoStefanello]

I still dream of a 18-28 1.8 apsc lens

[@CapturedByKen]

The sigma 18-35mm 1.8 is a pretty awesome lens. Was one of my favorites

[@EduardoStefanello]

@@CapturedByKen My only problem with the lens is the size, I imagine 28mm could make it considerably smaller.

[@nanookpictures]

What about IS? Would have been great

[@dajoncharles1154]

People are bashing the "range" of this lens for reasoning I don't see. This lens is meant to be the Full Frame equivalent of the 18-35, and it does that extremely well; that's it. This is perfect for those who want to shift from crop sensor to full frame.

[@rickbiessman6084]

4:21 Wow, Gerald. Not only did you learn to pronounce "bokeh" and "Zhiyun", you also got the "s" of "Sennheiser" correct :O (I’m German, so I know) I admire your effort - and results! ;)

[@MAP-Designs]

No more outro music Gerald?! :(