Sigma 105mm f1.4 for Sony E Mount | Long Term Review w/ Sample Images

This is an in-depth review of the Sigma 105mm f/1.4 Art lens with sample images. I have loved shooting with this wide aperture portrait beast. In this review we talk about build quality, sharpness, bokeh, subject separation, and how the value compares to other similar lenses.
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[@sigmaphoto]

Thanks so much for checking out the 105 F1.4 Art... it's definitely one of our favorites!

[@RWAquariumPages]

When will it come out for the rf mount?

[@TheRogueElement]

Hey man great review, I've been looking for more videos about this lens. Your setup with your lighting and background behind you looks pretty good for this type of video. Thank you for the content!

[@rms8913]

Thanks! I really appreciate that. I’m still a little camera shy but I’m trying my best to make some quality content

[@mariomule]

Just got this lens for Nikon. Can't wait to use it for Weddings. No need for it to be used all day. Great tool just for the park photos then back to 2.8 24-70 for reception...

[@baan3197]

fantastic review and samples.

[@jaimeemoses]

I liked the video before I even watched it, because the background looks so epic

[@StewartMediaDigital]

Thanks bro! I’m doing my best to improve production quality as well as information

[@Craziestbanana]

Also that dodge peaking up is very cute

[@alokubnare8901]

You deserve more subscribers!

[@michelecintramika8482]

I see this lens being used on Sony with an adapter. And in this video it is being used without an adapter. Which would be amazing. I have a Canon R6 Mark II and would love to use this lens without an adapter. So you would have to go to Sony if you don't need an adapter. Or buy an RF 85mm f/1.2. But then the question remains as to which of the two has better bokeh and rendering. Until I have all the certainty I need, I will hold my RF 50mm f/1.8 as a point and shoot Canon R6 Mark II.

[@visionz_n_media]

Great review. I absolutely love my 105mm f1.4. It has almost completely replaced my 85 1.4 for portraits. I also like the large size of it. I’ve noticed with its size I have a more steady shot which comes in hand when using slow shutter speeds in low light situations, keeping me from abusing the ISO. I also own the 135mm but it’s more of a specialty lens for me due to its working distance, but it too is another great lens.

[@StewartMediaDigital]

That’s a really good point about the benefits of the weight for stability. I shoot mostly long events so I tend to think of extra weight as a negative, but you’re totally right

[@visionz_n_media]

@@StewartMediaDigital Wow I agree shooting long events with that much weight would clearly be an issue. I've yet to test out my setup over 1.5-2hrs

[@jfphotography69]

@@StewartMediaDigital Have you heard of eating more meat, and doing some pushups from time to time.

[@StewartMediaDigital]

@@jfphotography69 have you heard of deez nuts?

[@jfphotography69]

@@StewartMediaDigital I shoot with a 500mm f4 prime "12 lbs of gear, all day" hand held. Like I said, how about eating some meat kid, and doing some push-ups from time to time.

[@errolikalina1998]

I just got this lens and I really like it, sharp images but I do have trouble with the auto focus with objects coming towards me like my daughter riding her bike. As she's coming towards me you can the camera tracking the eye nicely but as I press the shutter you can see the image on the screen pause for a second and then it takes the picture which comes out blurry. But for still photography it is awesome!

[@StewartMediaDigital]

Totally agree. It’s autofocus is really good for most situations but for action and sports it’s not the best

[@jakewoods1849]

Yes I'm a year late to this video, but I've wanted this lens from the day I heard of it, and seeing what northboarders got out of it. I'm a car photographer and will be using it for stills so I don't care about weight or AF speed, but I'm so hyped for when mine gets here later this week. I've seen images this has put out of cars and it will make some of my shots that much better

[@StewartMediaDigital]

That sounds sick! I’m not a car photographer but I can definitely see how this would up that game. DM me your Insta. I wanna see what you create with it

[@TreParker2016]

Disagree with you on weight yes it's heavy, but well worth it; l usually mitigate weight with a monopod. It is a lens I feel I cannot leave behind. I always make room for it in my bag.

[@StewartMediaDigital]

I’m glad it works for you and the way you shoot. The image quality is hard to beat. I know for me and a lot of other people weight is a major consideration, especially on long 8-12 hour shoots.

[@pratamamp]

I like the video, keep it up! And by the way, there is a new version of the 85 1.4 which is the DG DN instead of the DG HSM. The DG DN is sharper than the G Master and way cheaper

[@rms8913]

Thanks! Yeah that 85mm DG DN looks really cool. I’m hoping to do a review of it soon

[@pratamamp]

@@rms8913 can't wait to hear your thoughts! Subbed already 👍

[@MrTroglog]

I sent you some car photo's I did with my 105 before selling it.....I loved it but I agree with all you're saying, mainly just too dang heavy

[@StewartMediaDigital]

I especially loved your pics of the greyhound!

[@okaygoogle781]

Hi, thanks for the review. It seems the tube or adapter you have on the lens makes it look strange. Is that the Sony Dedicated one? Spoils the lens, as other mounts are shorter.

[@beatmixer0097]

Per the comment below, the 85 DN is the cats meow for 85 on Sony e mount. No need for the HSM version

[@arto1969]

Compared to the 135 GM, which one you would choose?

[@StewartMediaDigital]

That’s a really tough call. Both produce amazing and unique images. I would probably say the 135 GM just because it’s a bit smaller and easier to use. I could see myself leaving the sigma 105 at home just because it’s so big and heavy.

[@ralphtime]

Definitely the 105. I have both. The image that you get from the 105 is just so bad ass that i am really thinking about selling my 135.

[@adden2242]

That lens still has not arrived here in the Philippines! sad

[@javierherrera9450]

haha who would shoot with this all day? hahaha

[@geovannetumandao3588]

Hey can I use it to my canon even if I buy it for sony E Mount?

[@StewartMediaDigital]

No, unless you also have an adapter. But they have a canon version of this lens, so you can just buy that.

[@geovannetumandao3588]

And use a mc 11 adapter for sony?

[@StewartMediaDigital]

That will work pretty well, but if you can get the native Canon one that will perform better.

[@geovannetumandao3588]

Because I want to use in both body without issue so I should get sigma lens canon version and use mc 11 if I want to use my sony body

[@StewartMediaDigital]

If you want to be able to use it on Canon and Sony bodies then that’s a good plan. The MC11 adapter works well

[@user-jw2sc2sh6k]

Sigma glasses on Sony E have autofocus in trouble that will cause your image more unclear. so, you will use it for ONLY still image shots like buildings, mountains, vehicles being parked, but NOT moving subjects (like animals, kids, waves..). Very limited projects only.

[@StewartMediaDigital]

It depends partially on the camera body. With my a7iii and a7riii the autofocus is nearly just as good as native lenses

[@user-jw2sc2sh6k]

@@StewartMediaDigital Ooops sorry. my body was Alpha 7R Mark4(A)..not 7 iii or 7riii

[@Craziestbanana]

I'm sorry but I think you're just use to light weight cameras and lenses because my d800e is already heavy so adding more isn't going to annoy me, like most photographers

[@StewartMediaDigital]

It really all comes down to preference and what/how you shoot. For long weddings and events I always carry two bodies with two lens and at least one flash. Over 8-12 hours on your feet you start to really feel those extra pounds. But yeah for a couple hours with only one camera it’s really not too bad for most people. Also I should mention the Nikon version is smaller and lighter than the Sony version.

[@jamesjackson4264]

@@StewartMediaDigital I have the Nikon version and love it.