One Lens for EVERYTHING - SONY 18-105 f4 G OSS review | 3 years later..

[@thaticelandicguy]

New lens review out! SONY 10-18 MM F/4 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHivo3xugdB0iJo

[@oatmeal9164]

Would you say you feel like this lens is "dull" with its focus? Like it's sharp but never mind blowing sharp? Watching your videos then looking at my own photos feels like mine are softer than everything I see here. I have sony a6100 and 18-105 but I need that crispness

[@SigfridSWE]

Tja, grym video! Tack! Fråga: jag ska gå PCT nästa år (gå från Mexiko till Kanada). Jag väljer mellan A6600 och A7C kameran och linser S18-105 f4G OSS eller till A7C S FE 24-105 f4G OSS... En kamera en lins på resan. Vilket hade du valt? A7C med den inre stabiliteten + den där OSS linsen när båda stabiliseringsfunktionerna jobbar tillsammans ska va väldigt bra. Men, 24-105... där är 24 lite nära för vlogging... funkar... Men 18 är bättre för den andra linsen i det syftet...

[@Cesar-pq2ck]

It’s 2023 and I just now ordered the 18-105 for my FX30. Can’t wait to work with it!

[@thaticelandicguy]

My first ever lens review! Hope you liked it :) I've had this lens for almost 3 years now and I use it for everything - I really love it!

[@conraddevera]

You did a good job, and it's entertaining too

[@akirahojo2]

Nice and funny review. How would you compare this with the new (and expensive) Sony G 16-55 f2.8 lens @That Icelandic Guy? And would you consider switching to it?

[@thaticelandicguy]

@@akirahojo2 Thank you guys for watching! I've never had the chance to test the 16-55 f/2.8 - so I can't really answer that question i'm afraid.

[@StoryTime-jm5yg]

Is that possible to control power zoom of this with gimbal?

[@noisackda2564]

@@thaticelandicguy haha! The new 16-55mm is the new favorite," Can do everything" lens. That's why everyone is curious about it. F2.8 continuous is what makes it special ( and expensive)

[@mainemonty]

Versatile...

[@thaticelandicguy]

that's the word!

[@deniselisboa1]

VERTASILE

[@ItsWenzday]

DANGIT MAN!!! English is my first *and only* language and I know the word, but I started tripping over my tongue along with you and I FORGOT how to say it.

[@RegDoesStuff]

I own this lens and i do agree, it's my"i dont know what im going to shoot so I'll just bring this lens" lens. Its always great

[@thaticelandicguy]

hahaha yea love that "i dont know what im going to shoot so I'll just bring this lens" lens. :)

[@dariomonteiro1147]

In so short amount of time you became one of my favorite creators. I don't really care about the number of subscribers, your content match channels with millions subs and I am pretty sure you will get there. You are funny, energetic and very creative. I love the quality and information that you put in your videos. Keep it up, so you can continue to inspire many other small creators like myself. Big Respect For What You Are Doing! (From Houston TX, USA)

[@MichalGS]

I do have this lens and the Sigma 16mm and I love how versatile the 18-105mm is. Perfect for traveling. Sigma is still better in low light situations and sharpness. Thanks for your content!

[@thaticelandicguy]

those two are great combo, have those too! thanks for the comment!

[@conraddevera]

Nice, my question is perfect for you sir. I'm choosing between 16 sigma and 18-105. How do they compare? 16 VS 18?

I like your Icelandic energy :) must be the renewable energy

[@thaticelandicguy]

Hahah it's in the water ;)

[@Issxv]

I like how hes so happy and loves what hes doing😁

[@sandeepraiphotography2111]

Man , I love your review. So much happiness and excitement without screaming like some of the reviewers. Great general lens too.

[@hopers2133]

this review is like the most fun i’ve seen so far lol! i didnt really like watching reviews as they can be boring but this review video is just fun to watch. Thank you

[@phamous301]

I just watched your video I have to say, your good mood is contagious. Such an uplifting energy!

[@bunnytoothie]

You deserve more subscribers!! Loved the way you create your content!! Keep up your best work!! 👍🏼

[@thaticelandicguy]

Thank you big time!

[@biankicks]

Came here for the review, left with knowledge on the lens AND entertainment. On point, informative, and funny. Why cant all reviewers be the same. Thanks a lot dude!

[@thaticelandicguy]

Thanks for watching! :) and a great comment !!

[@ktj-films]

You’re the best! I learn so much from you and am super inspired by your excitement for photo/video and and positive attitude. Thanks for being you! (I also like the way you sang, “What are the English words?!” Bahaha!)

[@FAT8893]

It's hard to believe that I still didn't find any lens with constant or fixed aperture that provides that much of a focal length range. This lens may be more than six years old now, but boy this is my all time favourite lens. Once I've seen any brand come up with similar product like this Sony lens, I definitely wouldn't bother selling it.

[@thaticelandicguy]

Agree 100% it's such a beast of a lens, love love love it!

[@cutsin3d]

i loved this, you made a lens review actually really entertaining and fun to watch unlike a lot of other channels

[@ChesterBunglay]

I’m definitely getting this. Though I love shooting at night. I’m torn between this and a prime.

[@thaticelandicguy]

This one is super versatile, but primes are always sharper :)

[@scalpingray]

with prime you will get excellent night shots

[@hakimsaab5169]

Buy a tripod and this lens

[@tantoassassin]

get a sigma 16mm F1. 4

[@philipclayton4766]

get this and a Samyang 12mm F 2.0 :-) I am not disappointed

[@q60bdz]

Thank you for your review! I just got the lens as an upgrade from the 18-200 3.5-6.3. Both are great lenses but I think the image quality of 18-105 is superior. Not by much but just enough for me.

[@thaticelandicguy]

Happy you liked it, the lens is awesome! Thanks for watching :)

[@ailo4x4]

Funny enough, that's exactly why I clicked on this review; I want to upgrade from the same lens. Would I like to have a constant aperture of 2.8? Of course! Do I want to dish out that kind of cash? Umm...no. So it looks like this will be my next lens. Cheers!

[@V1PERB3ATZ]

I’m looking at the 18-105 but I also want to do sports and would like the extra zoom? Any ideas? Or maybe get the 18-105 AND a cheaper option with higher zoom? Thanks.

[@adjustings673]

Little bit of humor, fantastic energy, great review and thoughts on the lens. Earned a subscriber:)

[@AndreasAn]

I am actually influenced buying this lens as I want to look like I know what I'm doing 🤣🤣🤣

[@thaticelandicguy]

It's great to look like you know what you're doing lol - builds up that confidence!

[@BigbodyBerto]

That’s exactly why I’m buying it now hahah

[@JelleeM]

I bought a6400 body and this lens 18-105mm. Great quality and versatile.

[@thaticelandicguy]

It is! :)

[@skthad]

Great review! I am thinking of buying a7iii alongside one-for-all lens. This video is a bit old, is it still your favorite lens? I just stumbled upon SONY FE 24-105mm f/4 G which is twice as expensive but looks solid as well. Should probably do much more research, but would love to hear your opinions!

[@dankofilmscz]

That was my first lens I bought for a6000. Than I had to buy Sony 35mm 1.8 oss and Sony 50mm 1.8oss for low light. Now I have everything what I need to make very good video, and I have to say, when I shoot wedding, 18-105 saves me at many situations when I cant get closer with that primes. So just simply take second a6000 with 18-105 ready on. And I know I can keep calm with that lens :)))

[@thaticelandicguy]

hahahah soooo true!!

[@twinkie1773]

I can approve this message. I've had mine for about 4 months now. I love the constant f4 and the focus ring really moves like butter. Or as I like to say "smooth like buttaaa bby" 😂 😂 Great review! Much love from GA 💪🏿 💪🏿

[@thaticelandicguy]

Smooth like buttaaa bbby!!! :D Thanks for watching, truly love this lens!

[@orgyofdeath]

Ver - Sa - Tile. This review is great because you're clearly having fun describing everything and you make a lot of good points and it's funny. Great Job.

[@SofiaBaezzato]

I also have this lens since September and I LOVE it...best versatile lens for APS-C cameras. I only have a small problem and I can't figure out if it's only my mistake. The photos look too much grainy when you zoom in...do you have the same problem?

[@thaticelandicguy]

Don't have that really. But it's not the sharpest lens. I've noticed that above F/11 it also starts to loose quality.

[@sasumba01]

Love this review, I am not really a fan of reviews as I sometimes find them too drawn out and boring, but you kept this very intresting and entertaining which is priceless, I have just purchased the Sony 18-105MM and cannot wait to try it out, thanks again.

[@dipuke1]

Hey Icelandic Guy... Like the way you present things :)

[@DavinciHD_]

With the aps-c crop factor of this lens being equivalent to 157mm . Would this lens be good enough to film football from the sideline ?

[@leethompson1094]

Hey, was wondering do you think this lens would be any use for fast moving objects. Such as surfers. Shooting from inside a water housing and would the images be sharp. ✌🏼

[@maksymilianpiszczek3581]

Subscribed. Why? I like the fun I got while watching you in the video and that you easily explained what you like in this lens. I bought it as my first as well and I’m trying to get the most from it. Gonna watch more of your videos. Great job!

[@thaticelandicguy]

Awesome, thank you! And welcome to the channel! :)

[@ChocoLater1]

I've got this lens. It's really good all round lens. Almost always on the camera.

[@thaticelandicguy]

same here! :)

[@GuitarTabsDaily]

Is this lens still Legit in 2023 for a6700 or is there something else

[@chrisysosweet9037]

The photo at 5:38 is one of my favorite photos I have ever seen

[@thaticelandicguy]

Thanks a ton! Was vry happy wwiith that shot ☺

[@dowayigu1277]

Wow I Like it too👍👍

[@murphytalk]

Very nice review, thanks. But I wonder now (2021 May) would the Tamron 17-70 F/2.8 be an even better choose for Sony APS-C cameras ...

[@ethanHat]

You are a great photographer and more importantly, super funny! Thanks for being yourself!

[@thaticelandicguy]

My pleasure!!

[@BrokenBicyclesProductions]

Can't wait to get my hands on one of these one day! I feel my A6300 craving it - or maybe it's just me...

[@thaticelandicguy]

It's both ;)

[@MaxPhotoGraphic]

Please which Gimbal have you used? Which more compact will you suggest for this lens? thanks, Max

[@TzufFamilyBand]

Hey. Great video. Very entertaining! Will the power zoom at different speeds also work on a Sony a6000?

[@sandraschindlerova573]

Thanks for this review! I was on verge of buying Sigma 16/f1.4 and this one but as I am beginner I will go for 18-105 as I just can´t afford to spend all my money for prime lense especially in cases I want to shoot something else but landscape. thanks!

[@thaticelandicguy]

you'll like this lens, super nice, still use it all the time :)

[@scalpingray]

Great video ! Most likely picking one up. Found a used one for approx 300$. Currently using Sigma 30mm F1.4.

[@thaticelandicguy]

Awesome, you'll love it for sure!

[@jasonmccarrick6783]

thinking about grabbing this and an 85mm prime lens this week .

[@timongortz6191]

Love it! Would love to see more reviews from you :)

[@thaticelandicguy]

Thank you Timon! More to come for sure :)

[@alvarolachner]

Thanks for this great video! I was looking for the right lens for a multi-day hike and I definitely will be carrying this one.

[@SAGPHOTOGRAPHY_788]

Is it good for Fashion Photography?

[@micronesia3797]

Would love for this to go down to f2.8

[@natehabas7591]

Hey man. Great footage. I was curious if you were doing handheld or had a tripod or some form of stability? I'm probably going to buy this lens but want to know how stable the footage is...

[@Allaboutnow238]

i recently bought this lens for my sony fs7 , great value but only issue for me is iris control , lack of iris ring

[@morganjstanton]

I really enjoyed the video! Excited to see more lens review videos from you in the future!

[@thaticelandicguy]

thank you! More to come :)

[@JayDonatoMusic]

Love the review and your personality, and good job with the English!

[@thaticelandicguy]

Thank you so much!

[@PhotosByMackan]

I have the lens and I absolutely love it. Have you by any chance tested the 70-350mm Sony lens? Want to know if the sharpness is the same as this or better. :)

[@thaticelandicguy]

The simga 16mm is a beast, and for that price? So good. Regarding the 70-350 then I'm afraid that I have not tested it yet.

[@PhotosByMackan]

Yes I do have the Sigma 16 as well as the 30 mm and they are booth epic! But I want some more reach in some situations that´s why I asked if you knew if the 70-350 was something to go for but I will try to find some good reviews. Thanks for answer! You have a great channel here on YT, keep up the great work! :D

[@KongGig]

I have a 70-350mm Sony lens and I have tested it a lot when it was Winter Sm in my town. Was really very clear pictures when I took pictures of skiers

[@LukeBaty]

I've been strongly considering getting this lens and you've made a very good case in its favor. I'll probably be getting it very soon.

[@thaticelandicguy]

I've had such a good time with it, very much like it!

[@harryhirsch564]

6:59 I think know what you mean since i have it as my only lens for the A6300 and i am total beginner when it comes to photography. I thought it was me using wrong settings, the AF messing up or having wrong expectations on a APS-C camera. But from time to time think "mmhh... is it just me or is it not that sharp?" But overall i like that lens, the build quality and how versatile it is. Sadly not that great for low light.

[@mr.recordman979]

Is this a good lens for beginner product photography?

[@RocZi]

How does it fare for indoor photography? let's say just room normal lighting

[@peppbenj]

Awesome video 😂 had me smiling all the way through 😊….I have a Sony a6400 with a 35mm f1.8 lens, 50mm f1.8 and the kit lens 16-50mm f3.5-5.6 but I go on holiday soon and don’t want to take all my lens 😢 would the 18-105mm f4 be a good all rounder to take instead ? Subbed too 👍

[@grahamfjlaws6108]

If you need to update the firmware on this lens, note that it CANNOT be achieved if you have some of the more modern Sony cameras. Sony has not updated the software for quite some time, so for example FX3, FX6, FX9, FX30 etc owners will be stuck with whatever level of lens firmware they currently have.

[@TheChiragsoni]

hello, i have a6000 with kit lenses 16-50 and 55-210 , i find it difficult to use because of zoom range, the 16-50 is wide and 55-210 is tele so im thinking of 18-105 but with no additional budget by selling off 16-50 and 55-210, so will it be a good decision ? thanks

[@EUguitarRULE]

Get the 18135

[@annawojciechowska8582]

Is it better to buy a Sony 18-105 lens or a Tamron 28-200 for the alpha6000? I know that the tamron has a bigger "shot" but I wonder which one takes better photos at the focal lengths I use most often, around 16-28 and 50-100. I also have a kit for the sony 16-50 and 55-210. I would like to have one lens for everything :)

[@henkkaa88]

By not doing night time photography do you mean you don't do afternoon photography during the winter in Iceland?

[@thaticelandicguy]

I laughed so hard at this haha 😄 it's funny because it's kinda true

[@peejay122980]

Same like mine thats my favourite lens for my all around To Go Lens

[@abhijeetkurup]

Thank you, your video was helpful. Cheers from India 🍻

[@nish8_]

I have only sigma 16mm f1.4 and I'm looking for a versatile lens like this and a prime lens 50mm for Portrait. You said that this lens is not as sharp as prime lens. Another lens in my mind is Tamron 28-75mm f2.8.. I know it is Full Frame lens. Can I use it on APS-C body. Any comment..

[@thaticelandicguy]

Not sure to be honest, never looked into the Tamaron and never had a full frame camera. Try to ask google, it knows sooo much lol :)

[@lost_places_global9008]

I wouldn't go with Tamron for aps-c.. Only native Full frame for apsc

[@TimoteonSK]

5:38 little bit weird photo edit, no ? :D what a unreal green colors on mount on trees.

[@joshdesposito7228]

Are those photos edited? Also, what do you use to edit your videos?

[@stanko36]

Hey is this camera and lens good for shooting videos as well?

[@MartinKPettersson]

What gimbal do you use with this lens and your Sony camera?

[@poulamisarkar3011]

Hey...you did a great job. I won a sony 6400..now looking for a budget friendly and versatile lence. Thnks for your valuable review.

[@michael21dauth]

Hello, would you recommend the 18-105 mm F4 to me because I got it from a friend for €300 and need it for photography and filming. I'm torn between the Sony and the Tamron 17-70 2.8

[@-py-payze5101]

Hi do you recommend this lens for product photography ?

[@tashrifsam7014]

hey.. just got to know about your channel... great videos mate!!! ..always helping me to make my purchases.... I was thinking to buy this lens for both landscape and food photography.. I just wanted to know if you recommend this lens to serve my purpose..??.. I would be more than happy if you reply.😊💙

[@lukebohemian]

would love to know what other stable lenses you have used for sony a6300!

[@amtiikay8393]

Aye! This Viking man is a real man in reviews!!

[@Simon-ye3qm]

Can you make a video about the sigma 16mm 1.4

[@thaticelandicguy]

Yes I can do that!

[@petermuller5896]

@@thaticelandicguy would love it

[@saebacu]

Hi Icelandic Guy, what is your though between this lens and the 16-55 f2.8 ?

[@thaticelandicguy]

Hey Seba! I've never had the oppertunity to try the 16-55 so I cannot say sorry!

[@jamessisterson]

Coolest camera guy i've found on youtube and awesome video! I'm gonna buy this lens, thank you!

[@thaticelandicguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@qwerty64ish]

I’m thinking of getting this for video but you seem like a chill guy, subscribed🤘🏻

[@thaticelandicguy]

You'll love it, I use it daily! 😅

[@gjune36]

Thank you for the review. One tip: Separate the syllables: ver-sa-tile

[@codykastler4709]

Dude that was so awesome! Great vid! 🔥🙌

[@thaticelandicguy]

Thank you!

[@OrlandoCeleiro]

I got the idea... It's a very vertasile, I mean verlasite, no, versatile lens 😊. I have got it since I bought my Sony A6000 years ago and it's the lens I carry when wanted travel light. Most of the issues it has can be fixed in post. Nice review.

[@SideshowBob44]

Same reason i like the 18-135, in bright conditions it covers nearly everything i need, not as good for video with the 3.5 to 5.6 but i only shoot photo's :D

[@thaticelandicguy]

never tried that lens, but I know many people like it! :)

[@ric0024]

Love the energy

[@melvinpredonio6142]

Is this a prime lense already?

[@thaticelandicguy]

it's a zoom lens

[@julianbdorsey]

Ironically, just bought a 6400 for an upcoming trip to Iceland! What would you recommend between the Sony 16-55 2f/.8 and this lens considering it's less than half the cost for more range, OSS, but losing 1 stop of light. Thoughts on bokeh with this lens? Love the channel, keep up the great content! :)

[@thaticelandicguy]

The 18-105 is a fav for me. With bokeh it's meh between 18- like 55 ish, but from 55-105 the bokeh is good. I've never used the 16-55mm, so can't really comment on that one. Been thinking about picking it up tho, would be sweet to have that 2.8 at 55mm for portraits. I'd say go with the 18-105, taking landscapes while zoomed all the way in is just money! But again, never had the opportunity to test the 16-55 yet. :)

[@julianbdorsey]

@@thaticelandicguy Got it, thanks for the reply! Looking forward to what you put out in 2020 and visiting Iceland :)

[@maxburton3558]

Just got one of these today this vid convinced me to get one so cheers

[@sathamhussain5319]

Hi sir pls reply for me Which lens is best for photography and videography 18-105 f4 sony Or Tamron 18-300 f 3.5-6.3

[@kege]

Great video! Would be great if you could put your photo settings next to each shot 😄

[@thaticelandicguy]

Thanks! Will do for future videos ☺

[@moritzmuessig]

5:55 some beautiful background blörrrr Nice video, subscribed.

[@LUMAA]

You now some gadget tool, to use the 18-105 mm in 4K on a sony alpha to eliminate the crop ? Thnx. : )

[@mihirgolani66]

Hi I'm buying the A6400 with kitlens 16-50 and sony 18-105 f4. i want to buy one more lens but I'm confused whether i should go with the sigma16mm f1.4 or the sigma 30mm f1.4. My use is travel vlogging so what should i choose. Please let me know. Thank you

[@manindersinghbali]

Hi! You are awesome brother ❤ I have zve10 and this 18-105mm f4 lens. I want to know your thoughts about it in 2024. Could you please make a revisit video and a cinematic POV. Thankyou Love from India ❤

[@lukasbatala1]

Bro this video is pure value🔑

[@KongGig]

One Lens to rule them all I used this lend when I was at a winter ski competition, of which the skiers forced me to use my 70-350m due of how far away they where. And suddely i needed something for 30-60-100m when they reach the goal.

[@jespero94]

Hi. I have a little loose sound that you can hear if you tilt the lens up and down, its like something is loose inside that makes a little sound... It is only like this when the camera is turned off. When its on there is no sound at all.. Could it be the OSS mecanism that is like this or is the lens might broken? It does work excellent in both movie and photos. Do you have the same thing on your lens?

[@thaticelandicguy]

I acctually have, but I dropped it so hard once. On the pavement, thought it was smashed. But it was totally okay exept for that loose noise started then. But it's deffinitly they OSS or the autofocus because as soon as it's powered on it's off.

[@jespero94]

@@thaticelandicguy yes it is the oss. thanks for tha answer anyways :)

[@SmallWorld_SmallLife]

How about 18-135mm from.sony. ??

[@thaticelandicguy]

never tired it out

[@Tamira1]

hello bro i like your video i am youtuber from mongolia can i ask this lens is all in one lens for a6400?

[@thaticelandicguy]

Yea I use it for a lot of things 😄

[@Tamira1]

@@thaticelandicguy ookey thanks i subscribed you i like your video you are best youtuber i will buy this lens on my a6400 thanks a lot

[@momentswithmikaela]

What a good video! Thank you for making this it helps me to make a decision as to which lense I want to get :)

[@KT97379]

Nice review👍👍can you do a comparison with 18- 135mm lens

[@thaticelandicguy]

thanks! Unfortunatly I don't own the 18-135, but if I get my hands on it, for sure!

[@TheHallberger]

I know it's been a while since this video! But is this still your go to lens? Feels like this + the Sigma 16mm would cover most grounds?

[@thaticelandicguy]

Yea its still in my backpack at all times and I often use it 😄