I LOVE THIS LENS! - Sony 20mm f/1.8 G Lens Review

[@bringyourempties]

40% off with 95% of the performance, I like that too!

[@nosignal7156]

Gerald has read my mind.

[@benjaminrennicke]

The sweet spot

[@leemario5110]

Just got this lens last week, unbelievable sharp and versatile! It’s my new go to lens now!

[@ClementZhouk]

actually, the same can be said about the 50mm f2.8 macro to the 90mm “larger than GM” macro

[@jukeboxjohnnie]

I don’t I need 100% don’t care about the money

[@cameraconspiracies]

I wanna know what was said in the fake vlogging session :)

[@hey_im_him]

Camera Conspiracies when you gonna test this lens?

[@nicholassmith7723]

Probably telling Tony Northrup to stop using f0.95

[@TheHopper]

You looooserrrrr 😂

[@chudopalov1977]

Camera Conspiracies please shame Sony’s Face AF on a6600 because it doesn’t work if you turn on the smartphone control (use your smartphone as external display ) . It’s a good theme for your investigation!

[@godsinbox]

Hire a lipreader, plenty could use the work

[@PeterLindgren1]

Great review man, I need to step up my game! This lens is so good but I think the price for it is way too steep though... but that 1.8 looks damn good!

[@CarlBergsdorf]

Peter Lindgren You are doing great my man 👍

[@pedromnsg]

Doing terrific I say

[@KZLR]

I thought you loved the 24mm though? That's much more expensive. What're the advantages that warrant that price?

[@trosencrantz]

All I can say is when I watch your reviews, I don't feel I need to watch any others. You hit just about every valuable point. Great stuff!

[@chrisbrockhurst]

This lens is going to do very well. Like that you used a brick wall for a test, thats my go-to option too

[@GodsCountry]

I watched 6-7 videos this morning on the 20mm/1.8 and I enjoyed yours the most. Excellent info. Thank you.

[@KabirKotwal]

hm I'm Geralt of Rivia.

[@flameemperor888]

Here is a coin for you witcher.

[@BetodethJuega]

toss a coin for my witcher

[@KabirKotwal]

@@flameemperor888 I'll tend to it

[@MrCameraJunkie]

I’ve been looking for an alternative to the 24mm G Master. Thanks for the insight 😁

[@karolborowski1489]

I've waited for this one :O

[@MegaNardman]

I love my 24 GM, but can definitely see how this lens could be even better for a lot of people. This seems like the perfect vlogging lens, as it gives just enough room for a person's head to comfortably fit in frame. I'm more of a photo guy, so the low light & portraiture benefits of the Aperture and slightly longer focal length of the GM better suit me, but this lens looks to be a killer for video & architecture.

[@AlexMinor]

Solid review. If I shot sony, this would be on my must buy list.

[@harrimakelaDOTcom]

That was the most Strait to the Point and Truly Helpful videos I have watched last few weeks! Thank You Gerald!

[@Anita_Lauren]

I got this lens and am gonna start using it for my youtube videos. Thank you so much for this great review!

[@MrRokCandy13]

A review on the 28mm f2 would be interesting considering age and its not a g series lens

[@Fotogoscar]

Excited for this lens. Was on the fence with Tokina 20mm and Loxia 21mm . The sony price is right in the middle of these two. I prefer Sony's small form factor.

[@F1REBEARD]

This and 35 1.8 is gonna be my goto setup for vlogs and shooting video. Got the Tamron 17-28 and 28-75 now, but it's time to upgrade 🤙

[@jaydivina533]

Awesome lens for sure. I love it for photos primarily but is still awesome for hand carry vlog style without the painful barrel distortion of other stubby lenses. It's not going to replace the 35 in vids for me though. Great vid. Thanks Gerald.

[@nmbr73]

I'm considering the 35 to do talking head videos on APS-C (I don't like that 'big nose' look of wide lenses) ... would you recommend it for this scenario (or tend more to a 20mm'ish given the APS-C crop)?!?

[@jaydivina533]

nmbr73 I am not sure if you were asking me or Gerald but a 35 or a 16-35 on a full frame for talking heads seems almost natural to me. A 24 on an APS-C has almost no annoying center or barrel distortion. When I use APS-C I usually bring a 16-35 and a speedbooster and find myself floating in the 22 to 35 range.

[@nmbr73]

@@jaydivina533 I was asking you 😬 I should have mentioned; my bad! The more I thank you for your very helpful answer! I'm an absolut beginner - especially when it comes to videography. I think I will go for the 18-135 Kit first and then see what zoom I tend to regularly use - to hopefully find the prime that could potentially suit me best in most situations ... if this makes any sense 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jaydivina533]

@@nmbr73 That makes sense. It's also very possible you could find that the kit lens does what you need and not need another lens until you start tinkering in other things. Have fun and learn with it. No one knows what you are going for better than you.

[@ribe3434]

best concise review of this lens on the internet.

[@janeeightfive7331]

Would you rather use the Tamron 17-28 mm f2.8 or the 20 mm f1.8? I really cant decide between these two. I already have the 35 mm f1.8 and I love f1.8. Not sure whether I need 16 mm at all. I'd like to shoot landscape, architecture and night sky with a wider lens (both photo and video). Which would you recommend?

[@paulobernardino3785]

Hello, Im in the same boat. Have you made up your mind?

[@bobpeticolas121]

Thanks. You're the first reviewer I've seen to mention the focus breathing. Do you think this would make focus stacking impossible? I shoot a lot of focus stacked landscapes.

[@Dave_Stafford]

Quality review as always.. thank you!

[@SamuelMendes_fotografia]

20mm + 35mm together (U$1500) are just a little bit more expensive than the 24mm alone (U$1350). :)

[@SamuelMendes_fotografia]

However, 24mm is always rated as "outstanding", while 35mm is told one level under, as excellent. What about the 20mm? :)

[@bomatravels]

If you do vlogging or outdoor videos don't get it. The Sony 20mm has heavy breathing that's why I returned it within a week of using. I got the tamron 17-28mm instead, much better!

[@DA_Fuller]

Love your review videos! I always learn something.

[@JussiAlexander]

I like how you had a very different approach to the review of this lens than others (it's your style obviously, but anyways) I got some new info that I found helpful cause I'm considering switching from sony apsc to fullframe.

[@dilandiego1]

For you I got this lens a while ago and I’ve done shoot so many amazing videos

[@luismoracmyk]

Paired to the new a7iv, breathing won’t be an issue no more

[@bobtpapa]

The third video I've seen by you and am amazed at the clarity of thought, logic, insight and brevity. And you talk fast - which is great! Thanks.

[@audiophizile13]

Ordered through your b&h link. Thanks for the great content!

[@ByteReview]

I know the focal range is slightly different, but where would you put this against the 25mm f2 Zeiss Batis? Both of a very similar price

[@DanielHodotcom]

Great review! Thank you so much!!

[@zh123456]

Thank you, great review Gerald.

[@dopevernacular2925]

Can we get a full-length version of the opening theme? 😂

[@esongun]

Good compact and concise review. Thanks. Feel a bit dizzy and exhausted having tried keeping up with the pace of the video though. :)

[@azraelian3098]

you should check out zero punctuation's videos lol

[@TheJohnnyBAkilla]

I'd love to see an unusual comparison between the Tamron 17-28 and the Sigma 14-24 on the wide side.

[@SteveMillerhuntingforfood]

Great review. Looking forward to getting a copy of that lens. Thanks for your work.

[@ThomasBusbyPhotography]

In 2024 are there any other lens you’d say also give you 95% of the quality for 40% less (or close enough) Switching to Sony and choosing lenses and this ticks all my boxes

[@randomrulesstudios]

Thanks, Gerald Unview!

[@thebartlett]

Another great review. That 20mm is knocking at my door now...

[@philvfilms]

Would be nice to see some of your work as much as the reviews are great. Do you have a site with your work?

[@LastSoldier1]

I would like a 50mm F1.8 G, or an 85mm F1.8 G lens to pair with this new 20mm .

[@quentondaniels8536]

I’m getting one! Thanks Gerald

[@fwfeo]

"For real estate" I haven't met one colleague that shoots with a prime lens for real estate! Most used range is 16-21mm and the only prime lens one considers for that line of work is an adapted 17mm tilt shift Canon lens. 12-24/4 G & 16-35/4 G are much more practical for real estate as you'd be shooting between f/8 to f/11 most of the time. 24/1.8 G is more suited for event photography as it gives 1.3 stops over a 24-70/2.8 in low light situations. Just saying!

[@Someone-lc6dc]

Would you say that this lens could be a better choice for landscapes over the Tamron 17-28?

[@wildsurvivalskills]

Anyone having a lot of focus breathing when shooting video with this lens or is it just me?

[@RyanSotelo]

I had a ton with it, and the also the 24 GM :/

[@mr.broccoli3776]

@@RyanSotelo bro , you made me laugh so much.. i like your honesty ...

[@foxhouse_tips]

Can't decide: tamron 17-28 or Sony 20 f/1.8! Who knows how tammy goes with manual focusing? Cus i'm using both: auto and manual.

[@MollyFitzBrown]

I recently got this lens for the a7c and LOVE it! Best vlog lens for sure :)

[@MuwexENG]

Wish focus breathing was minimal, would be must buy!

[@KoelAnderson]

I really do like this lens. Not sure I would have bought it though if I didn’t get it for half price.

[@christianjackson]

Hey Gerald am I missing something or is there any real technical advantage to having these declicking switches on the Sony lenses with aperture rings? They step in 1/3s regardless.

[@BenHowlandPhoto]

It’s for smooth aperture changes during video.

[@JPurvis10]

This or the Tamron 17-28 2.8?

[@michaelpoczynek]

I ordered one of these this morning from Canada Camera and credited you for the sale, and they replied "Undone Rocks". Have a nice weekend!

[@dinagalall]

This is the THIRD video of the 20mm 1.8 that i watched! 😅😅

[@NeoMiguelHD]

Me like the 10

[@Micah-Woods]

This 20mm would be a nice upgrade from the Sigma 16mm for my A7III!

[@DavisInDuval]

Still not sure where I stand on these random sized prime lenses. It’s great that they get wider apertures but I just can’t see where I’d fit a 20mm in my kit.

[@kornbreadearl]

Solid review brotha

[@CruiseReport]

What focal length are you using for your studio videos?

[@GrahamQuigley]

Amazing review brah…. 😊

[@120fps]

Declickeable aperture 😵 oh man, that’s epic for video.

[@AnthonyRecenello]

Why do they have to be such honkers though??

[@TristanBarrocks]

Solid review!

[@adicer9619]

so, you think that lens 20/1.8 it is wide enough for wedding photography ( some creative photo sessions )? do you think it is a better option than tamron 17-28 ( only 17 mm interest me) or samyang 18/2.8?

[@finnillson4808]

I don’t own a full frame camera but I do own the PL 10-25 f1.7 and I have come to really appreciate the 20mm focal length. It’s wide but not to wide and with the close focusing and fast aperture you can get really unique looking shots that incorporate the background into the shot. Sony did a great job of offering quality for an affordable price here.

[@Saurabh-ku7qf]

Question is, is this worth spending money if you have 24mm GM 1.4 ?

[@MatthewKanwisher]

Got here from camera conspiracies. Liked your vlogging setup haha

[@notdaface86]

Late to the party, but how would you compare this to the sony 28mm f2?

[@michaelpoczynek]

Update: I ordered this lens from Canada Camera and I love it too -- for Real Estate. Works very well and gets rid of the GoPro almost fisheye look from the 12-24/4 G lense. Thanks again, Gerald!

[@flaxes0]

Dude we love your channel, but please change this intro, old fashion

[@veesoho93]

Thank you

[@AmritaBhortake]

Great review, Gerald. As a new Sony user, I've been wondering which lens to add to my repertoire as a good vlogging lens. I will definitely test this one out.

[@geraldundone]

Thanks, Amrita!

[@catnamestaken]

Damn I didn't know I wanted a 20mm lens... Gonna have to save some money now

[@KZLR]

I swear you have the greatest channel. Aside from Camera Conspiracies haha.

[@MichaelJLong]

Nice vid. This and IBIS is the big advantage of the Sony system. The breadth of good and great glass is so enticing. I shoot on the EOS R and the limited RF glass is frustrating. And most EF glass is missing IS. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@deathward990]

over hyped lens

[@michaelpoczynek]

Very helpful thanks, Gerald. You nailed it as usual. Was thinking about using it for real estate as the FE4/12-24 makes it almost seem like a GoPro.

[@miguelberns]

Upon seeing this review i didn’t hesitate to add it to my cart! Thank you for this gerard, my go to camera review wizard.

[@mougabo]

I still feel the 24mm is wide enough plus when shooting video if you turn on the crop mode you got a 35mm look.... The 20mm feels like a luxury to me if I got the cash to spend

[@sydneyraab]

What is your favorite lens for interviews and talking head videos? I need one for beauty editorial and some small Tv work. Just got my first Sony cam and don’t know what lens is good for that…

[@Valleedbrume]

That’s great,nice lens.Already own the 24mm Gmaster.(love it)As always great review.

[@jayphilipwilliams]

"...but if you did not find this video helpful or entertaining, then why are you still watching this?" I've been happy since you started this kind of ending, but particularly loved this one. It's closer to the sarcasm I dish out. You're just too nice. Thanks for the nice and succinct review of this great, little new lens.

[@thamarc4765]

Im stuck between the sony 20mm f1.8 G and batis 25mm f2.0. Please help.

[@dannygrau2983]

Is there much of a difference in low light between an f 2.8 lens vs an f 1.8 lens ?

[@onefingerproduction3180]

What E-mount AF lenses you know have minimal breathing? Best regards.

[@toddgilligan]

What did you say was the minimum focus distance

[@switchunboxing]

Do you think this would work well for the type of videos that I make? Also, if I want the effect of 24mm on the Sony a7iv I might be getting, can I just zoom in a little bit on my 20mm or does it not work that way? After all I hear it’s a 7k sensor down sampling to 4k.

[@sunflowerdeath]

I find this video helpful and entertaining.

[@EduarFilms]

Never been a fan of prime lenses just because I usually use my camera for traveling and I like zoom lenses to quickly change focal lenghts depending on what I see and don't have the time to be changing lenses just because when you travel with someone else you don't want to keep them waiting while you are taking pictures and videos, but I'm always interested in Geralds videos because they are much more interesting than other reviewers and you know... he's crazy

[@MegaNardman]

I spent 2 weeks in Japan last September and the 24mm GM never left my camera. I brought the 55 1.8 and Tamron 28-75 as well, but never felt the need for them. For me, travel is all about capturing your subject in context, so a wide prime like the GM, or this new lens is extremely versatile. Now granted, I did a whole lot of night photography in cities, where the 24 GM really flexes, but I never felt constrained, and by mid-trip, I stopped bringing along my other lenses in my day pack.

[@EduarFilms]

@@MegaNardman yeah the 24mm is a very nice focal length, I like using it a lot, but I do sometimes have the need to get wider for getting shots like architecture in tight places that sometimes the 24mm is not enough, this is why I find the Tamron 17-28mm my best go-to lens when traveling, I usually carry the 28-75 as well and use it on special situations that I want to do some nice close-ups and those two are for the price of the Sony 24mm so for me I get more value for my money there :)

[@lucuslopez6866]

I only watch you to hear you say "Lets get undone" in the intro.

[@ikonseesmrno7300]

@ 3:05.... Wow, it's the incredible shrinking Gerald! Eeeeeegads man! Now, let's see this lens back to back with a Arri/Zeiss Ultra Prime 20mm T/1.9. :vD

[@benjaminrennicke]

I bought it and recommend it too. Quality and size is top. My camera + lens now shrinked back to the size i remember from analog times.

[@h-dawg969]

Will this be a good step up from the Tamron 17-28 2.8? Plan to get more into Astro.

[@18JamesBlond]

Gerald's jawline is so sharp, he could shave his own face with it.

[@royalbluefilms9138]

All i do is manual focus that's how I was taught the way you explain it makes me not want it. Maybe I need to work with the lens myself and see how comfortable IAM

[@flexeos]

Wow! more than 40 reviews of that lens in the last 24H on KZbin. Sony is really pushing hard on that one...

[@albertanderson3885]

Since post correction for distortion is destructive to image quality it’s nice to see Sony has corrected for this in the lens design.

[@UNPRECEDENTEDPICTURES]

Thank you for an insightful review. I keep coming back to it. Mainly for retail therapy reasons. One day I will buy this lens. When I am emotionally unstable enough;)

[@yilmaztokay]

Would you rather use the Tamron 17-28 mm f2.8 or the 20 mm f1.8? I really cant decide between these two. I already have the 35 mm f1.8 and I love f1.8. Not sure whether I need 16 mm at all. I'd like to shoot landscape, architecture and night sky with a wider lens (both photo and video). Which would you recommend?

[@dreikonig2785]

I had the Tamron 17-28 f2.8. I was super happy with the lens, because it is a good WA Zoom Lens. After i bought the Sony 20 f1.8, i never used the tamron again. The Sony is fantastic. I sold the tamron and i don‘t regret it. I don‘t miss the 3mm more at the wide end of the tamron. F/1.8 is more useful for me than the wider focal length of the tamron. I shoot landscapes and the milkyway with the Sony (and before the sony with the tamron). I also have 35mm, but only f2. Maybe this is helpful for you.

[@DCMedien]

As I watch this video, why don't you use the 20mm as your main lens? In crop mode and with breathing compensation it should have the same focal length as the 35 f1.8.

[@jukeboxjohnnie]

Not that good then. Character means flawed in my book.

[@HGQjazz]

Thoughtful reviews man! You always answer all the questions and make a sensible compromise when deciding on "best."