Is It Worth It? The Sony 16-35mm F4 is the Lightest Constant F4 Aperture Wide-Angle Power Zoom Lens!

The new Sony FE PZ 16-35 F4 G lens is the smallest F4 wide angle zoom with power zoom on the market right now... but thats not all it has to offer! With updated focus, zoom, aperture ring and more, this lens has a lot to consider when buying a full frame wide angle lens! But how does it compare to the Tamron, G Master, or Zeiss??
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Sony GM 16-35 F2.8 - geni.us/rDqIff
Tamron 17-28 F2.8 - geni.us/UaJIF33
Sony/Zeiss 16-35 F4 OSS - geni.us/sYNK
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Table of Contents:
0:00 - Introducing the Sony PZ 16-35 F4
1:30 - Video Test Footage Example
3:50 - Build & Features
7:02 - Size, Weight, & Price (compared)
8:16 - Image Quality & Functionality
8:51 - Sharpness & Color Comparisons
10:23 - F4 Aperture & Bokeh
10:47 - Focus Breathing
10:59 - Other Common Issues
11:23 - Autofocus
11:40 - Who Is This Lens For?
12:32 - Sony vs. Tamron, which would I choose and why?
13:50 - Conclusion
14:11 - Bloopers
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[@TheValueThinker]

Hey man, really good video and nice perspective on the lens. Much appreciate the work and dedication going into your vids! Cheers.

[@eddiema3162]

I learnt so much from your video, so clear to express your ideas and your conclusions choosing which lenses. Well done!

[@andreisavtchenko]

Love it. Switching from GH5 to A7siii and picking the new Sony lens as my go to (and only one for now). I shoot tours so hoping the wide angle is enough. Dope content…crystal clear, engaging, and just chill. Keep it up! 🔥

[@JakeSloan]

ahhhh a dunna video and a cup of fresh coffee what a great combo... I've pre ordered this lens as I think it will be great for packing around with me on adventures

[@dunnadidit]

Haha thanks dude! I hear that, I’m thinking about the same thing.

[@VolareMedia]

Great review! And this lens looks like a awesome. Thanks for putting in the time 🙏

[@imanazlan9507]

I've watched all review of this lens. Definitely yours is the best. Subscribed

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you!!

[@jeff.amador]

Super informative and well made video. Thank you!

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks for watching!

[@ezequielgavilan420]

This lens is perfect for gimbal and traveling at least for me... love your footage Dunna! Amazing video.

[@dunnadidit]

Agreed!! Thanks!!

[@chimerastate]

Awesome review and video test footage. Thank you.

[@michaelkrassner641]

Excellent comparison. You’ve helped me make my decision

[@hanyunseung]

As expected, your review is the best among the 16-35mm F4 reviews I've seen so far. I'll grow up quickly and definitely go out to work with you. bro

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you so much for the kind words!!

[@BeckiandChris]

Really impressed with the size of this lens, definitely appealing especially with the aperture ring! Also BC looks good on ya!

[@dunnadidit]

Pretty nice for all the run and gun stuff you do too! Keeping it small and light is nice when you’re always on the move. Thanks friend. It feels good on me!

[@k.o.t.o.n.]

@@dunnadidit i want to see a 17 or 18- 40-45-50

[@tonycowburn1208]

This is probably the most useful video i've seen while contemplating which 16-35mm lens to buy. I'd originally homes in on the new Sigma 16-28 2.8, but then decided I'd go the whole hog for the Sony 16-35 F2.8 GM, the 'gold standard'. But do I really want to pay that much, it's big and heavy. I think this video has moved my choice to the Sony 16-35 PZ. The image quality, most important feature for me, is first class. The filter size fit the big range of filters I already have (GM is 82mm thread so I'd need to change them all - an expensive step). And F4 is actually find for me, on a Sony sensor and mainly for landscapes. Thank you, really useful.

[@amapro2020]

Definitely going to pick this up. It is gold for travel videography

[@dunnadidit]

Truth

[@cgruntman95]

I'm so glad I've waited this long to invest in a wide angle zoom. This really seems like the perfect one. My local camera shop has one of these. Just might be on my way to pick it up. Great video as always!

[@AC-vu1js]

Same here lol

[@LensLiebe]

Very informative Dunna. As a new entrant in the Sony ecosystem, I got salivating seeing how well this lens performs and it's form factor. Definitely on my list for the next time I am upgrading my repertoire.

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks dude! Glad you liked it!

[@amirneshati4839]

Good info and thanks!! Going from a Nikon Z6 to the A7siii and got this 16-35 PZ for it as well. Good to know it’s sharp 😊

[@SloggerVlogger]

Thank you for the review. Definitely the Sony for me. I had to go back and check on the screensaver. Didn't even notice until you mentioned it😁 .

[@tony62]

Great vid! Appreciate it.

[@fred0c]

Dang, dang, dang. Great vid. Welcome to PNW! I'm in the Seattle area. I don't need it since i have an assortment of lenses already, but very enticing. Will prob pick up for gimbal on FX3.

[@nikwestphoto]

Thanks for the review. Very helpful. I've been weighing up zoom lenses for video and so far this is at the top of my list. I recognize the locations...I live in the same city. Cheers.

[@CoffeeScribe]

💙👍 Another amazing review

[@57JackCaptainSparrow]

I have this lens, and use it in my professional real estate work on my Sony a7IV. It is perfect for this work and significantly less cost than the new Sony 16-35mm GM II, and it's actually sharper! I also use this on my 2nd camera for wedding. Great lens. Great value.

[@chryseass.5143]

Agree with all your points! I also own the Tamron and , while the images it produces are fine, I just don't enjoy shooting with it and also find the focal range limiting,. As an A7C owner, I am now interested in this new 16-35 lens for its compact form factor but your "pixel peeping" results has made it a real contender for my Sony dollars. I could see this pairing very nicely with the Tamron 28-200 as a lightweight travel combo with a fast prime thrown in for low light situations. I may have to let go of my Tamron 17-28 after all! Good review!

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks so much!!

[@geebes2112]

Agreed. The Tamron is fine, but I don’t ever really love shooting with it.

[@SilatShooter]

Late to this game but thanks for the video! I just picked up the PZ 16-35 and it's AWESOME! What a fun lens! I had a 16-35 f2.8 in my Canon DSLR days and yes it was great but only used when I 'had' to usually opting for something smaller and lighter for daily carry. This Sony lens is great in that way. It stays on the body and goes everywhere. Great range and IQ is just great! Feels like this one will be with me a long time.

[@christianboddum8783]

Definitely interested, the control of depth of field is the attraction to me. I use a 16/70 F4 as my lowlight indoor lense, I have lower stop primes but they lack depth of field... FWIW. Small formfactor and low weight is important too!

[@joshuawagstaff8227]

Super helpful! Will pick this up for my A7cii :)

[@DJJordanLee]

Finally a video that addresses the comparison with the 2.8GM. If weight, size and price wasn't an issue, which would you recommend for studio shooting on the FX3? From this video I'm more tempted than ever to make the new PZ my first wide angle for my new Sony FX3.

[@dunnadidit]

That’s so tough. The GM definitely has something special to it, but it’s really hard to take size weight and price out of the decision making process haha.

[@craigman7262]

GM 2.8 specifically a good used one.

[@SidsDrakon]

The video was amazing. Love the comparisons gives a good objective oversight of the product. Also I love the sound design of the intro. Did you use Epidemic or Musicbed to create the sounds or did you use the sounds of the actual footage?

[@dunnadidit]

You mean for the video example? I recorded some ambient sounds of the water and wind with a field recorder and then mixed it with the live sounds I got on camera any time there was something important like a footstep, good going up, or a big wave on screen. But the underlying layer of water, wind and birds really helped too. Going to do that more often now.

[@dunnadidit]

Also, it was all musicbed music!

[@essychan]

Best review on KZbin for this lens and thanks for the pixel peeping part! This week I sold my Zeiss 16-35 and pre-ordered this one. The light weight is the biggest pro for me, that in combination with sharpness. Sounds like a perfect travel lens.

[@user-mf3nb9eo5s]

Great video! Super helpful content as I look for 16-35 option for Sony A4

[@schoeferfilm]

Good video, I have the FX6 and i would think this would be a perfect gimbal lense for me. I also got the 20mm 1.8 and would love to trade that in for the 16-35mm f4. Whereby it is already ingenious from the light starch with 1.8 😉

[@clintr1221]

Great video, considering this lens for personal travel photography. - I want to get more into video. Do you use the directional mics listed in the description for nature sounds? I'm concerned they won't pick up noises like bids or others coming from various angles. Comparing your mics to something like a Zoom H1n, anything thoughts?

[@WillsGoneWalkabout]

For a dude who is trying to figure out what lenses I should purchase for my first foray into making "real: videos, i found a lot of value here. Nice work mate. I enjoyed this.

[@dunnadidit]

Glad to hear it!! Cheers!

[@PaulFeinberg]

Very good review…..I am sticking with my tamron for sure, but looks like a fantastic lens. So many good options with Sony. Never noticed the hello background lol 😂

[@sadikazam]

Best review of this lens

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks so much!!

[@RezaMolavi]

Thank you for posting. I have the Ziess 16-35 f/4 and will be selling it in favor the new one. Love the size and I think will work great on both a9 and a7c bodies I own.

[@MarkHuynh7]

Whoa! That was victoria! Coool!

[@Stan-jx3zt]

Hi Dunna, great video there! Was wondering how is the picture quality compare to Zeiss 16-35mm . As I found a bargaining price for those lens, I aim to use mostly for landscape photo. I love the compact of the PZ, should I buy the PZ or second hand Zeiss? Thanks.

[@JohnDennery]

This looks like a perfect vlogging lens. Especially for me as a rock climber when I want to film a boulder I am doing but there is very limited space to place the tripod. Opening up to 16mm would really make it easy. Being at F4 could almost eliminate the need for an nd filter in many situations as well, which just makes life simpler. Gonna wait for a price drop and see if Tamron is ready to launch their G2 version of the 17-28!

[@MiguelClimbs]

Haha that's what I want this lens for! Currently using the 20mm 1.8, but I think the 16-35 will be more versatile.

[@JohnDennery]

@@MiguelClimbs That's awesome! I'll be sticking with the 20mm for now, (I just love it so much!) but there are many times where the extra wide angle would make tripod placements better for bouldering. Good luck capturing your climbs!

[@chosenideahandle]

You're saying it's an advantage to get forced down to F4 over stopping down on a faster lens for some reason? For shooting sports I wouldn't bother with an ND, not that there is much hope to knock out a background an F4 anyway (personal preference for sports to have a higher shutter speed).

[@alvinantonio]

So happy to see some local Victoria landmarks there. I would definately go for the Tamron because of the budget.

[@oneteabox]

Great work! I wonder for travel vlogging which lens would you choose? The new 16-35mm f4 or the 20mm f1.8? Both nice and compact.

[@Princeton_James]

Sony 20-70

[@leafsfan71]

Great video. I just went to Iceland on a trip with my Sony A7R3, and my 24-105mm F4. I found myself enjoying shooting with my iPhone 13 Max Ultra Wide lens the most. it was great for environmental snapshots. With that said, I am considering picking this up, or saving up a bit more and getting the Sony 12-24mm. Any suggestions?

[@silasmspoon]

Holy moly, you were on the island? Was shocked to see photos of the Empress hotel and Dallas road! Your video came at a great time, cause I was thinking of getting a 16-35mm zoom lens for more daily video content. Thank you for your insights and your explanations on this lens too! I'm still not sure if I want to get this, but your thoughts have definitely swayed me more to potentially purchasing it :) Also, hope you enjoyed your stay on the island!

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah I actually moved here about a month ago! My partner and I have been vacationing here for a long time and finally made the full-time move!

[@silasmspoon]

@@dunnadidit I hope the move was smooth for you and your partner, and welcome to the island! :)

[@ikemadethis894]

Great video. New lens is a winner. I already have the GM and tamron (been meaning to sell it). I might have to sell the GM to get this one. I really love saving so much size and weight.

[@berndkiltz]

One of the best comparison Videos about that lense. I will send my tamron back and get the sony, mainly because of the sharpness you describe, weight and the powerzoom which i can controll with my fx3. Got a GM24mm 1,4 for bokeeh stuff ;)

[@rboydphotography]

honestly, after I got the 90mm macro, I sorta stopped using my 24-105 and would really consider switching that zoom lens out for this new one. don't think I have a reason to use any focal length between 35 and 90mm anymore and the small additional reach to 105 is a bit moot.

[@lecorb8825]

Really great video! I was searching for a comparison between the Sony vs Tamron and found this video by accident. You might want to re-title as there are no comparisons available as good as your video. I made up my mind to invest in the Sony because of your video, thanks!

[@missalarxxx]

As always thank you for these videos. It is helping me a lot. 16-35mm is next on my list the f4 is what’s giving me second thoughts. Can you please let me know which backpack you used for this video? Thank you. 🙏🏼

[@dunnadidit]

Its the Shimoda explore V2 35L. I just posted a review on it

[@andrewwadid]

Answering your question at the end of the video, it started at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="630">10:30</a> 😅

[@benjhaisch]

Really considering picking up this AND the 20/1.8G as a combo for less than the 16-35GM. Also, welcome to the PNW!

[@dunnadidit]

I have the 20mm too and it’s awesome! Thanks for the warm welcome!

[@seblx]

that s what i do!! great combo! the 20mm 1.8 for lowlight or stylish bokeh when you need. the 16-35 pz when you need to be quick for documentory or run and gun or gimbal use (even if th 20mm os great for gimbal) see ya

[@Tommy-gl5ob]

Thanks a lot. Your opinion make me to decide to buy this len. I will also buy a prime len instead the low light shooting because 16-35 really light weight.

[@JMKDragon]

This is definitely what I’m getting. Good for landscape photography and real estate. I do bracketing or use flash with interior stuff and I never use 2.8 so f4 is perfect. And it just looks better in terms of looks compared to the the Tamron.

[@jddorland]

Did you get one? How do you like it? Leaning towards this for real estate as well.

[@signalli4214]

Felt really happy with Sony's job on their G lens lineup, probably since 24-105mm G. Super sharp, good quality and bunch of the newest technology they use on their new products. Before this 16-35 launched, I was really happy with the 20mm G which have a great view of vlog and the wide f1.8 makes me feel happy. But I'm now reaaaaally considering to get this new 1635 G to replace my 20mm G which also provide a good quality of image and great view of vlog, but come additionally with the PZ and the flexibility by the zoom, and the most important the compact size and weight! What I found is just a bit bigger than the 20mm G.

[@F1REBEARD]

Yeah I'm in the same boat, but I'm thinking the opposite, to keep my 20 1.8G because of that aperture, closer focusing distance and sharpness. I can always use clear image zoom when I'm filming to give it a 1,5x extra reach without any quality loss (my down button is a shortcut to the zoom), I also have the crop mode on my a7c, so my 20mm is now either a 30mm or 45mm. But I can see that this new PZ is appealing to many people 👌

[@craigman7262]

@@F1REBEARD Yup the trade off aren't worth it.

[@F1REBEARD]

@@craigman7262 yeah man, I hear ya. Do you also have the 20 1.8G?

[@craigman7262]

@@F1REBEARD yes and the 16-35mm

[@F1REBEARD]

@@craigman7262 Nice :)

[@Somemjf]

I had the zeiss 16-35 f4 and loved it.. picked up the Sony GM but sold it, too big for backpacking.. picked up the Tamron 17-28 and I also feel that 28mm I miss that larger 16- 35mm range. Might look for a used copy of that Sony.

[@stowgood]

I have the GM, the PZ would be really useful for gimbal work. I also like to put my gimbal on a tripod and control wirelessly with an xbox controller, I'd be able to zoom in and out and aim the camera which could be super handy. I don't think I'd give up my 2.8 though so I might get both, but that seems excessive as I also have the 35mm 1.4 gm.

[@RetroBreak]

If i pair this with the A7S III and just rely on the IBIS, does it matter that this lens doesn't have OSS? Want to use it to record promotional videos for shops, so will be panning around the shelves, and also for videos at events..

[@ChrisA2617]

Great video and really nice footage. You were bang on with everything except when it came to Tamron's autofocus. It's focus by wire which, if you're shooting video, is seriously inferior to Sony's focus system. Manual focus isn't linear and hard to nail and the auto focus isn't as good. So if you are looking at using a lens mainly for video then it should be a no brainer to pick up the Sony for a few hundred bucks extra (at least IMHO). The next question is whether or not to pick up the new Sigma 16-28 which looks to have them all beat (except for maybe the weather sealing dept.) Cheers!

[@MoonbearDiedHere]

I pre-ordered this lens a few days after the announcement. It’ll replace my Sigma 14-24mm art lens that’s so heavy and made me use my other cameras + iPhone 13 pro more Also great video, I’m a first time viewer

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah, it’s too bad that 14-24 isn’t a bit smaller and I would love to be able to use circular filters with it.

[@Jonathantuba]

I have the G master and am very tempted to trade in for this new lens due to it being smaller and lighter, have the flexibility to extend with clear image zoom, and it’s apparent greater sharpness

[@dunnadidit]

I feel like if they were to update the GM with some of these new features… they would make a killing. The new focus and zoom motors would allow them to make it a bit smaller and lighter I think. Or at very least, lighter. The size might be more to do with the f2.8 than the motors. Regardless. I’d love to see their whole GM line get the newest tech.

[@aaqilnizam3374]

I’m looking to buy my first mirrorless and this sounds like the perfect lens for me that might make me get a Sony ahead of the canon

[@MrSnooooze]

That Tamron focus breaths like a billion pound dragon being poked with a huge stick!

[@dunnadidit]

lol i didn’t know that was an issue that dragons had.

[@MrSnooooze]

@@dunnadidit That and being over weight.

[@Addrian.]

Honestly great video! I've got the Sony 16-35 GM 2.8 and really love the size factor of this, 2.8 is nice, but having an a7SIII and the a7IV as you said the low light issue really isn't an issue losing 1 stop of light. My question is, which would you go for and if you the GM would you sell it for this from the tests you've done?

[@onejah8151]

any update on this

[@Addrian.]

@@onejah8151 he never responded though I can update you in my own experience. I'll still choose the GMs for their 2.8 and their great IQ. I still own the 16-35 GM. I also had the 20mm f1.8 though I missed the different focal ranges of having the 16-35. So I sold it and never looked back. Still feel the same today. If size is important than the f4 is probably a better investment. And you can probably get away with it even in low light for the most part. Though I still like having the f2.8 as I do a lot of talking head content and filming in the evenings.

[@ashleytheislander]

Hey! Fellow Victorian here! I was trying to decide on a wider lens for weddings this summer. I was trying to decide if I really need anything wider than 24mm but I think this looks great for venue shots! I'll probably go with this one! Thanks!

[@dunnadidit]

Definitely a solid option! Glad the video was helpful!

[@PuReXtremeGaming]

Victoria Australia ? Hello!

[@Lucamitm]

If you already own the 16-35GM but the weight weighs you down, but you care for the low light capabilities for interior shots of say a church in europe (where you can’t use flash nor a tripod), would you go with this new f4 and hope to compensate using topaz plugins for those noisy shots, or would you recommend me the 20mm f1.8 G ? Thanks

[@WORTHITORNOT]

Looks like a great lens since I just got the Sony A7Siii.

[@dunnadidit]

Great pairing!!

[@danasuechilds]

Just bought the lens, excited to use it...the lens hood, shouldn't it click lock when you turn it or is mine defective? I have it lined up and when I turn it all the way it doesn't click-lock like all my other lens hoods seem to do which makes me wonder if I have a defective hood or lens hood mount. It falls off easy when I put it in the bag. Just curious if this is normal, design flaw or just plain defective and I need to have Sony replace.

[@tsizzle]

Will the power zoom use up more of the camera battery when compared to using a lens with a mechanical zoom?

[@peterbaker8677]

Great video as always Dunna. I just started getting more serious about photography and video, so my first lens for the Sony A7iv was the Sigma 24 - 70mm Art. I was sure the next one would be the Sigma 14 - 24mm Art, and while those lenses are great, man are they heavy! I will seriously be considering this new Sony 16 - 35mm as my second lens. Love the weight and size and the performance looks great. Also, congrats on the move to Victoria. I will be visiting there mid May for a friends wedding and I'm so excited to get out and take some photos and videos while I'm there, such a beautiful place.

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah, the 14-24 is a beast of a lens! So big! Thanks for the kind words!

[@icedtorres]

I love the new Sony because of the reach and it's so small to travel with. I will get it!

[@NeilSnapePhotography]

I was going to get a Tamron 17-28mm yet after this came out I know what I will buy. Especially since I have the Tamron 35-150mm on most of the time.

[@HanbinGo]

This is the review we needed! Thanks for pixel-peeping for us haha. Now I am having a difficult time choosing between the Tamron 17-28 , 16-35 G and the 24 f/1.4 GM! I do travel photo (i.e., landscape, astro, portrait) and 24mm GM seems to give me the “Wow factor” where as the Tamron 17-28 does not. I think having that “Wow factor” is important as a photographer. Tough choices!!

[@dunnadidit]

That is tough. That 24 is definitely a 100% wow lens, but not as versatile. Tough call!

[@HanbinGo]

@@dunnadidit Given that you are based in Alberta, Would you say that the 24mm is wide enough for Banff landscape photography??? (i already have the 24-70,70-180 covered) and was considering the 24 GM over the tamron 17-28 or sony 16-35G (for astro and wide angle shots)

[@dunnadidit]

1. I actually moved to Victoria haha. 2. You might be able to get by with 24mm but I really like to go wider for certain shots.

[@craigman7262]

Like i tell people when they tell me its only a small difference. Yes small but that's what differs me from the rest. I care a lot about my work that I willing to pay for that extra difference. So my clients are getting the best.

[@Chris-ey7zy]

I had the 28-75 Tamron. While sharp and useful, it definitely disappointed me from lack of Wow factor. I think I’m spoiled by my Zeiss Batis lenses

[@63MacGuy]

Since the a7iv crops so much in 4K/60, Active Stab and lens breathing I recently bought the Sigma 14-24 f2.8 (I already have the 24-70 Sigma) for filming weddings. Having 2nd thoughts after Saturday’s wedding. The Sigma is very heavy, I can’t get it to balance on any of my gimbals and you can’t use a variable ND. I think I’m going to preorder the Sony. I wish it had OSS!!!

[@yassinemouncef445]

Great review, thank you. I am a new videographer and I can’t decide between the F4 and F2.8 in the GM. My only concern is the low light situations as I will be using the lense with my sony AS7 and I am afraid F4 won’t be enough. I mostly shot the city at night ( street, monuments, events, cars,…) and there is usually some light going on. On the other hand I find the GM too heavy with my gimbal and so impractical. Have you used it at night? Is the footage good? Which lense do you recommend for night photography? Thank you in advance.

[@dunnadidit]

Have you taken a look at the Sigma 16-28 f2.8? It might be the happy medium you're looking for. F2.8 but much smaller than the GM, and still great quality. Check that one out → kzbin.info/www/bejne/m17KfHiNaZ2Ef5o That said, I haven't used the F4 at night but I have struggled to shoot f4 with other lenses at night. It's useable but not ideal is what I would say.

[@MarkusSenior]

Nice review. Thanks for sharing. Very helpful as I am in the middle of deciding. Cheers from LA.

[@marclabro]

nice review. what about using it on a7m4 in aspc-35mm to have a 24-52mm lens 14Mpx ? still sharp and fast ?

[@NativeExplorer]

Can you change the apparture from the camera??

[@ChrisMitchells_FlyingCameras]

Hey Dunna, awesome review! I preordered my 16-35 last week literally the minute it became available to preorder. I actually have not been more excited about a lens prior to this one. I think this lens will be a permanent fixture on my a7siii or a74. Now I need to decide to sell my Tamron 17-28 - I’m pretty sure I will sell it. Thanks for the cool review, I’m a big fan of your work!

[@dunnadidit]

That’s awesome! You’ll love it!

[@Chris-ey7zy]

This is why people should switch from Nikon and Canon to Sony. Plus that focus breathing on A7iv just shows how innovative much more innovative Sony really is. They are just playing catch up

[@MrHarizakbaralam]

I love the bokeh more on the nikon,, and color science on the canon.. Sony win at the AF performance & lens selection

[@Chris-ey7zy]

@@MrHarizakbaralam how can bokeh be v different with same lens

[@razo31]

M no

[@asalalawsi]

If u should choose one wide which one better this or 14mm g master?

[@glendaperez5994]

can you make a vid explaining white balance and best settings for it

[@WestbankRed]

I just want to know which lens should I get for my a6400, I would love your insight on that. I'm trying to make short beat making videos and I want the best quality.

[@alexmilesg3]

The Sony is such a beautiful lens. It really is a joy to use, while the tamron just feels so spartan... and short in terms of focal length. Really thinking about selling my tamron now.

[@ekremgj]

I like your color grading .. do u sell some luts?

[@dunnadidit]

I have some creative cinematic luts on my store dunnadidit.com/store

[@biohazard2030]

I’m so conflicted. Been looking at the Tamron as a possible vlogging lens for my A7C but this looks so enticing. Especially cause the power zoom means I can connect a Bluetooth controller and zoom and vlog with 1 hand (if I get a Bluetooth remote/tripod with it like the one smallrig makes). I’m not in the financial position to order either one right now but I’ll have to do some more research and see if the Sony is the right choice. I was worried about losing that stop of light but like you said “Sony full frame cameras have amazing low light performance” and the A7C is no different.

[@tkestowicz]

Does the focal length stay on the selected value eg. 30mm when you turn off & on the camera? Or it gets back to the 16mm once you turn the camera off?

[@RemiManWithVan]

Have you tried to zoom with the remote control while it’s on the camera and would it be practical to use remote while filming

I already own it and you can NOT go wrong with this lens

[@ADJSoundz]

Did you use a gimbal to shoot the video or only something like the gorillapod? And what ND filter would your recommend for this lens?

[@lucrativestance]

Man I’ve been waiting to this to start shipping , I kept refreshing the browser untill it was available to pre order

[@laurosotojr]

Did you experience any vignetting with filters? Wondering if using a step-up ring to get it to 82mm would cause that wide open.

[@ZadieBear]

I have lots of primes at f/1.4, so having a zoom at f/4 is a no brainer. Going with this lens.

[@kanwang4165]

Just sold me tamron for this mainly for two reasons: 1) the size because I use a gimbal very often and this is awesome as I don’t have the touch the camera for the zoom therefore it messing with the balance, and 2) the extra reach. The tamron was good but I just feel I could do more with the lens. 2.8 is nice but not 100% necessary for my workflow

[@RoamingWanders]

Hey, your probably already got something planned but could you compare this to the new sigma 16-28mm 2.8? That would be awesome. Planning on getting a wide angle and there's too much choice between this, a used 16-35mm GM and the new sigma. I mostly do Landscape, general outdoors video and a bit of light astro. If you ever see this and reply that would be sweet but anyone else who wants to chip their opinion would be appreciated.

[@SpencerScottPugh]

Channeling your inner Kraig Adams with that test video 👌

[@dunnadidit]

Haha 😂

[@BOTG_Adventures]

Just bought a Sony zv 1e Need lens, ima solo shooter vanlife and hiking, one lens.. which is better suited? Sony 16-35 f4 g or 20-70ml help! :) which one is better for what I will use it for.

[@southernfriedhackers6475]

Is there a better sony lens for shooting real estate or is this perect for those interior home shots??

[@lucaslonghurst]

In your Sony 20mm review you said it was your favourite vlogging lens for the Sony full frame system. Is this still true or would you pick this new PZ if you had to choose one for EDC/Vlogging etc. Thanks

[@dunnadidit]

Ooooooooh that’s tough… I didn’t get to keep the 16-35 f4 so I would probably need more time with it to say for sure. That being said, I used the 20mm again the other day after a while and it’s friggin awesome. I think because I also have the 16-35 f2.8 I would still pick my 20mm… but if I didn’t have that lens, then the 16-35 f4 would be a solid way to get that range covered.

[@lucaslonghurst]

@@dunnadidit Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. In that case I’ll go with the PZ since I don’t have any other wide zoom. Appreciate the help. Also your lighting setup and shots are beautiful. Keep up the great videos 👊🏽

[@TheSpade357]

How would this F4 lens perform when shooting (without a tripod) inside cathedrals, bridges at sunset and inside restaurants? I can't decide between this or the new Sigma 16-28 f2.8. I'm only concern on the 16mm focal length, I would love for Sony to just release a 16mm ultra wide prime lens, but that won't probably happen in the near future.

[@davidsteege4119]

How does the distortion of the Sony PZ compare to the Tamron?