Sigma 16mm 1.4 Review [Sony e mount] - Is it too good to be true?

[@dunnadidit]

*What is your favorite lens? WHY?* 🧐

[@dunnadidit]

Mateo - maybe time to switch to Sony lol 😂

[@JasperLawan]

i bought this lens before i went to osaka. ive always use my 17 to 50mm f2.8 lens for travel videos, but this lens change the whole game, specially on making some brolls!.plus, its super cheap for what it can do.

[@dunnadidit]

You’re totally right! Bang for buck this thing is incredible! Which 17-50??

[@JasperLawan]

Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 is my all around lens for my Canon.

[@dunnadidit]

Awesome!! Tampon is killing it right now too!

[@KangHM]

4:02 ummm... nope not this way...

[@dunnadidit]

HAHAHAHAHA! I was wondering when someone would comment about that!

[@rhyswearne9308]

You sold me this lens. I had it in my basket and wanted to watch some reviews before clicking buy. I watched about half of this video, saw the portraits of your partner and went and bought it straight away. Thanks dunna!

[@dunnadidit]

Haha nice! I’m super glad to help Rhys! Portraits are a bit different with this one but they definitely can be done and look stunning when done right! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

[@SethFowler]

Really liked this video, I shoot on an a7iii with a 24-105 G OSS as my main camera but I really need a wide angle for my secondary a6500, I think u sold me

[@dunnadidit]

That’s great to hear! Let me know if you have any questions about it and feel free to use the affiliate link in the description! 😁

[@justinzhou8639]

Love your shoe reviews Seth!

[@shadostorm8375]

Im sold too Seth.

[@mpalatsi]

Oh Hi Seth, I watch your videos too! :D

[@Carolyne_games]

3:13 that unedited photo though :D

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks!

[@Carolyne_games]

Was that a mistake!? I thought you put it there to see who’s paying attention :P

[@pianandrill]

I've bought this lens recently and have been using it for some time with a6400. It sure is great lens. Video looks good even with 4k you can tell the difference. The only problem I have is that it distorts edges with 1.4-1.8. Strangly it shows only with photo, video is ok. Its just a minor issue and its not a problem for me. I like the quite, fast and relible autofocus. I'm glad I watched your video.

[@dunnadidit]

There is a setting in the camera that might correct the distortion automatically. But definitely if you’re editing photos in Lightroom, there is a lens profile to correct that!

[@irohsprodigy]

i just got the a6400 as my first camera and this lense... i can confidently say idk wtf im doing so far :)

[@dunnadidit]

Yay! Thats such an exciting point to be. EVERYTHING you learn is a big deal at that point!

[@irohsprodigy]

@@dunnadidit honestly it really is! i mostly got the camera for twitch streaming. but i figured why limit myself to just that when i have a device that seems to be well respected in the photography world.

[@dunnadidit]

Nice!

[@WhoisFrancisco]

😭😂

[@GamingBelgian]

Sheesh what a beginner setup tho

[@alexrostovsky]

Sony photographers be like, "teal and orange!"

[@dunnadidit]

Lol the cult of teal and orange knows no bounds. No brand or medium can hold us.

[@GibsonLucille]

Architecture shots he said... oh my...

[@Mahmudul.hassan.jowel.]

Exactly

[@leeroyntini3950]

teal and orange.😂

[@tuannguyent.3696]

True, the ugly orange :). Want to dislike them so much.

[@reboot7507]

Got to say, thanks a ton for adding the unedited photos. Lot of pov videos just show the edited ones. This really helps.

[@bennielaars]

I have the A6000 plus the Sigma and I'm very happy with it, it's fantastic for low light situations but sometimes too shallow depth of field if you take a picture of a group at the Christmas dinner table. If you do need to use flash then one minor drawback is that it blocks out the lower left part of the photo so you have to manually tilt the flash a little bit.

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah that’s definitely true, the on camera flash only really fully works with tiny lenses. The 16mm is not a large lens in the grand scheme of things but it still gets in the way. I only think I’ve ever used the on camera flash once on any of my Sony cameras though so it definitely hasn’t been an issue for me. Sorry it’s causing trouble for you!

[@nicolask.3825]

to be fair, you should be tilting the flash no matter the lens. gives you nice, bounced light.

[@BrandonWilliamWeber]

Just bought one yesterday based on your recommendation. Absolutely blown away with it so far!!

[@dunnadidit]

That’s fantastic to hear Brandon! Glad you’re loving it!

[@geraldundone]

I have this lens for the GH5 and it's one of my favs. It's a beaut! 👍

[@dunnadidit]

I’ve heard a handful of m43 users say they love it too! Good to know it translates well across the different mounts!

[@CloutBot]

@@dunnadidit would you choose this or the Panasonic 15mm 1.7?

[@dunnadidit]

I'm gonna have to leave that question to Gerald. I've never used anything panasonic haha.

[@geraldundone]

@@CloutBot I'd go with the Sigma, personally, but the Panny does focus a hair faster.

[@CloutBot]

I have a Gh5 also looking to get a new lens for video purposes mainly couldnt decide which wide lens to go with

[@TreyVanCamp]

Seriously so thankful for your review. This is the best review of this lens that I've seen! Thank you sir!! Just bought it using your link!

[@dunnadidit]

Wow! Thanks so much! I’m so glad it was helpful!

[@davva360]

Just received my copy of this lens today and boy it is good. Extremely sharp even wide open, step it down a couple of notches and its even sharper. Just took several city scapes tonight at sunset and they all came out pin sharp. Very impressed. Not sure if the 30mm is as sharp as the 16mm but I am tempted to find out.

[@dunnadidit]

In my tests the 30 is a bit sharper 😉

[@ericthestone]

Just bought the Sigma 16mm and 30mm for my A6500. Now thinking about completing the Trio with the 56mm!

[@dunnadidit]

YEESSSSS! I have the trio and they rule!

[@raouf.604]

One of the best reviews on any lens that I've seen

[@dunnadidit]

Wow thank you so much!

[@billk401]

After watching this video I ended up buying this lens. This is what I needed to push me over the edge and get this lens. Thanks a bunch man. Dig your videos.

[@dunnadidit]

That’s great! Glad I could help! Let me know what you think when you get it!

[@yourbestfriendjoshua]

I just picked up an a6400 and I've been wanting a low aperture wide-angle lens and this seems perfect! Glad to know it has solid AF as well. Wish it had some stabilization though.

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah I totally hear you, luckily at this wide it should still be not too bad.

[@saptarshipr]

I already have the the Sony 50mm f1.8 and the kit lens as well. Do you recommend I get the Sigma 16mm f1.4 as well? I m a KZbinr who shoots videos while sitting down at the desk. I have the Sony a 6300.

[@dunnadidit]

The 16mm would be a fantastic addition to your kit!

[@saptarshipr]

@@dunnadidit Thank you :)

[@kamilekb]

It's the best Sigma 16mm 1.4 review on KZbin! Very informative, concise and helpful.

[@dunnadidit]

Wow! Thank you!!

[@chewybear1528]

This video has sold me on this lens. I'm ordering it tomorrow

[@dunnadidit]

Nice!!

[@RiseHigh]

Hey Dunna ! Totally agree with you ! Since i've got mine, i've shoot 90% of the time with it ! During my trip to Vancouver it was always on my a6500, just a perfect combo ! See you soon Man !

[@RiseHigh]

Also i've just released a new video on my channel, a "What's in my bag" for my trip to Canada if you want ideas on what you could get next to improve your kit maybe ?

[@dunnadidit]

That’s awesome! It really is a killer combination isn’t it. And for gimbal work... wooo! I wish I had my gimbal out when I was making this video now. I would have loved to show that setup too.

[@RiseHigh]

Oh yes, i didn't know you have a gimbal ! I speak only for myself, but i believe in handeld, haha. I really like the way it feels in the video ( of course if you not shake as a sick guy, but if you know how to be steady enough, and with the stabilization in the a6500, it's just perfect for my kind of cinematic vlog style videos..) After my two last video speaking in front of a table inside my flat, i've realized that this is not what i like to do.. So, i guess everyone has his/her own way to tell stories, mine is outside with my camera in my hand, haha ! See you soon Man ! keep working on your vidéos, they are really great to watch !

[@dunnadidit]

Haha yes I have the zhiyun crane v2 although it rarely gets used! I really only try to pull it out if I have a specific purpose for it. Other than that, I’m with you! Ibis in the a6500 and a few little hacks to keep things smooth. And I’m good to go! I totally get what you mean about the sit down videos. I think I enjoy doing both! Sometimes I don’t want the trouble of running around and it’s nice to just talk in one place. But sometimes it’s nice to adventure a bit!Cheers man! Thanks for the chat! I’ll see you in the next one!

[@RiseHigh]

Yeah, definitly, every Monday !

[@WhitecatProject]

Just subscribed. You include in 2018 info for a6000 which so many people still have and use. You did not stay on specs but even tested and showed stabilization on a real world scenario. A little hyper energy at some points, maybe it's the high tempo of the music. But overall a great useful insight. Thank you

[@dunnadidit]

Hey! Thanks so much for the support and the feedback! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@Poke_Du]

Good review! I have a a6000 and looking to get my first lens and I think I am convinced!

[@dunnadidit]

Nice! I hope you love it! There’s an affiliate link in the description if you feel like supporting the channel when you’re ready to pick it up 😁

[@resonatemusicstudio]

We've seen this lens in action in the studio... Its AWESOME!

[@dunnadidit]

It’s my favorite lens in the studio!!

[@ericteichmiller5721]

That's one of the two lenses I have for the EF-M Mount! Absolutely love it and it stays on my camera the majority of the time.

[@MrEmiinem93]

Those edited photos are so satisfying!

[@dunnadidit]

Haha thank you! I love watching them become edited. It’s like peeling off the protective plastic on new electronics!

[@princealzadjali]

Thanks Dunna I bought this lens and all the thanks to you and your perfect description of it. keep it up buddy

[@dunnadidit]

Great to hear! I hope you love it!

[@samharris3375]

He's canadian, he likes coffee, he crushes b-roll...

[@dunnadidit]

Lol I know I know... it’s not my fault!

[@TunaSoda]

He has the same coffee grinder as me, it's a good one :D

[@panos5366]

@@dunnadidit you also rock the same style, with the hat and that particular beard.....man!

[@dunnadidit]

Panagiotis Stefos - yup, me and about 1M mid 30’s white men in Canada alone, we’re not super unique 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@panos5366]

@@dunnadidit hahaha LMAO really?

[@DanBires]

Just ordered this lens. Honestly I didn't see much of a difference on the stabilization from off to on. If there was any it wasn't a noticeable difference. Mine will be mounted on my a6300 tripod for video so thank you for this review. Much help and great video.

[@mtmorata153]

the sony a6000 is still a good camera. i filmed my hongkong trip with it and it is still good. that lens is soldout in stores here in the Philippines!. i hope i can get one soon!

[@dunnadidit]

I totally agree! I still use mine all the time!! It felt like it took forever to get them in Canada too because they sold out immediately! But after a few months they came back!

[@DavidDavies]

Just about to pull the trigger on getting the Sigma 16mm for my Sony a6400. Thanks for the video and congrats on 80,000!

[@dunnadidit]

NICE! Thanks so much!

[@psmithrpm]

I agree, this is THE lens. I also own one and no regrets whatsoever.

[@dunnadidit]

We got the Paul approval! WOOO!

[@Tristan836]

Thank you! I have a6000 and went out to buy Sigma 16mm f1.4 after watching your video. It's amazing so thank you for your advice!

[@dunnadidit]

That's awesome! I hope you love it!

[@minirana]

i am thinking the same , any update after using the lens for 11 months now ?

[@frankocolo6521]

I love how you reply 2 everyone so much :)

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks so much for saying that! I means a lot that you noticed! I always appreciate when creators reply so I try to reply as much as possible!

[@ronaldlee3537]

I have an A6600, this lens works great, highly recommended for low-light.

[@fabroncalvin]

Proud owner of this lens! Amazing lens. I do almost everything w it. Vlogging, landscape, timelapses, astrophotography, potraits. Talk about 1 lens for all.

[@dunnadidit]

Nice! It really is great isn’t it!

[@ElReySupr3me]

O man that's good to hear. What about rolling shots of cars?

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah it could totally work for that, I think that has more to do with understanding shutter speeds than anything. But it would be wide enough to get a whole car in!

[@YoungBlaze]

I have the mc 11 with the 18 35 and love the lens but its too heavy sometimes to have on a gimble, it works but some times it doesnt, but i may get this lens

[@dunnadidit]

That’s good to know! I’m going to be reviewing that combo soon! I’ve been thinking about it for a while! How do you find the video autofocus?

[@YoungBlaze]

Dunna Did It the autofocus is on point like 96% of the time which is good!

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah totally! I’d take 96% lol

[@YoungBlaze]

Dunna Did It the other 4 percent of the time usually fails because of low battery, the mc-11 adaptor to autofocus kills the battery like crazy! So if your getting 55mins shooting 4k on the combo your gonna get 30 min

[@dunnadidit]

Oh that’s really good to know! Thanks for the heads up.

[@ForeignGalaxy]

Hi! Thanks for the video. You mentioned the lense paired with the a6400 (or other models with no IBIS) should not cause any issues when taking photos. Can you still confirm it after more than a year? What would be the closest alternative to The Sigma 16mm but with lense stabilization?

[@dunnadidit]

I use this lens with my a6400 all the time. I also use it for video as long as I’m careful or have it on a tripod. I haven’t been able to find anything similar with OSS except for zoom lenses.

[@chosenideahandle]

If you watch your shutter speed hand held it's like any other lens on the planet (no problem). It's even less of a problem because it's so wide.

[@okaro6595]

Without IBIS you may just need to use a slightly shorter shutter speed. With 1/60s you should manage always, by being careful and talking several shots if needed you should manage up to 1/15 s or even longer. Also remember that if the subject is moving IS is useless on short focal lengths as you need to use short shutter speed anyway.

[@AndrewPearsonFashion]

This is a perfect review! Mixed with the questions people asked it answered every question I had!

[@charleenjacobsphd]

I watched many reviews on this lens. This was the best one!

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you so much Charleen! I really appreciate that!!

[@Wesleycks]

Yo man, watched a lot of reviews about this lens on KZbin, found your video the most convincing review for me. Thanks a lot.

[@dunnadidit]

Wow thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

[@markshirley01]

This seems a great lens to use with the A6600. I have heard a few people say it doesn't AF in lowlight as well as native Sony lenses tho.

[@dunnadidit]

Definitely a great combo! I don’t have much trouble with af.

[@andivax]

thank you for the vid! I use 16 1.4 alot now! How can I fix the distortion of it in Premiere Pro? And how do you color your pictures so sweet? ))

[@dunnadidit]

No problem! Thanks for watching! Do you have lens corrections turned on in camera? That should fix your distortion before you ever get to premiere. And as for my coloring I actually just released a lightroom preset pack! You can snag it for $5 until the end of July using the promo code CHEAPPRESETS at dunnadidit.com/store I put out a video going through how to use the presets and I’m going to be doing more on my lightroom editing later too!

[@dunnadidit]

Freya - thank you so much! I’m definitely working on a LUT pack, but I am not quite ready with it yet! Keep an eye out though, it’s coming!

[@toddysurcharge771]

Seems like focal length and aperture would be ideal for astrophotography. Any idea how the coma is on the lens?

[@dunnadidit]

From what I can tell it would be a great Astro lens. No big issues with coma that I’ve seen.

[@TrialTalesTV]

which lens is the best for Sony A6400 for videography??? Please ans.

[@IsmatToha]

Lets make a alpha 6400 review and suggest us best lens for this camera!

[@dunnadidit]

It’s definitely on my list if I can get ahold of one.

[@zachmachina]

wow, answered all my questions and more. I don't think I've ever seen such a complete review. Great work!

[@sebastianbalog]

I barely noticed a difference between the stabilization on or off and with the stabilization on I noticed some warping

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah it definitely doesn't take out the big shakes from walking like a gimbal might. Little handheld jitters are definitely where IBIS helps.

[@cbalexlane4694]

Thankyou for this review man! This is the first time i have seen one of your videos, but if they are all this in-depth, high quality and high energy, this will definitely be my go-to channel for reviews (and many more people hopefully). I watch a ton of Jared Polin for comparisons, but will for sure come here for more reviews.

[@dunnadidit]

Wow thanks so much! I hope you enjoy some of my other reviews too! I’m always open to hearing suggestions as well!

[@mokebang7526]

Damnnn son, I have to say this is one of the most descriptive videos out there. Straight to the point, great examples and explanations. So good I’m tripping out hhaha subscribed!

[@dunnadidit]

Haha 😂 thanks Jaren! I’m glad my video had such an impact on you lol! Thanks for the support!

[@MustDoCanada]

Do you have any tips on focusing? We bought this lens to use with sony a6600 but we find it loses focus all the time while shooting video. Like maybe it's focused on me, but then we showcase a meal and suddenly it focused on something else

[@photosteeve]

Yet again amazing video. Watching from france. Keep it up man! I'm glad someone is also using it for "portrait" pics :)

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks so much Steeve! Greetings from Canada! Yeah, you definitely have some things to keep in mind but I’ve really liked all the portraits that I’ve taken with this lens!

[@sammyn.3D]

Would you recommend this over the 30mm for newborn/baby photography? Looking to get on the ground sometime while the baby is playing to capture lifestyle moments. Thanks in advance!

[@dunnadidit]

I think I’d probably go with the 30mm for that for the way that I would shoot it, you’ll have to be a bit further back for sure but I like the compression of the 30.

[@sammyn.3D]

@@dunnadidit appreciate the advice !!

[@jakob.k_design]

I was recently in Japan and thought about buying this lense, but I mostly use my fullframe A7 III and i have a zeiss 16-35, so i allready have this focal length covered, because of that i forgot about this lens pretty quickly. I have a a6300 as a secondary camera and after i saw this video i kind of regret not buing one especially since it is almost 100€ cheaper in Japan (so it just costs 300€ there). At the same time, i think, that i am more interested in a fast prime with this focal length not this lens especially , so i might save up some cash and eventually buy a 24mm 1.4 or similar for my a7. (i bought an 50mm 1.1 instead for 250€ wich is a killer deal as well)

[@dunnadidit]

Nice! I totally understand the back and forth on decisions like that! There will always be deals and stuff if you decide to change your mind and get it though!

[@EHendricksFilms]

i have shot a RIDICULOUS amount of videos with that lens on my a7iii... I filmed a lot with it in the Philippines as well! I love it!

[@dunnadidit]

That’s awesome! How do you find it in crop mode?

[@EHendricksFilms]

@@dunnadidit I have no problems what so ever... I manuuueeeeever wit this joint. It's a very good all around lens for me. I just did some stuff with Bizzy Bone in Florida last Wednesday and Only used this lens.

[@obiecolumbus1568]

Dunna you did it, the whole episode is Dope, the sound is on another level. I'm looking at the Canon side of cameras, can you do something on that? The T6i.

[@dunnadidit]

Hey Obie! Thanks so much! Little fun fact! I recorded all of the audio on this video with a lab mic taped inside my shirt, recording into an app on my phone! I think I’ll make a video about it! I don’t know a lot of the selections for the canon side of things but I know the sigma 18-35 is one of the most popular lenses of all time and it’s made for canon mount! Definitely check that one out!

[@AbbadonXS]

A lot of people's only con about this lens is the weight but man, I have to say, just like you, I like the weight. Definitely feels like you have a tough, great built, quality lens in your hands. I feel like a light weight lens would make it feel kinda cheap

[@iliyaspnv]

Hey Dunna, you are awesome bro! ❤️ I was still deciding if I need the lens or not. But since you have recommended it several times I trust you because the end results look good. I using the a6400 and this will be great addition to my lenses. Keep up the good work, thank you! 😊 👍

[@dunnadidit]

Nice! I’m sure you’ll love it!

[@TylerCheeseman]

Just picked one of these up for myself! I've had success using the lens for video on my a6300 despite the lack of stabilization.

[@dunnadidit]

Nice! Thanks for sharing! Hopefully that’s good confirmation for people looking into it!

[@WatchThatFirstStep]

Did The Studio Dunnas create the music for this video? If so, were they fairly (or preferably generously) compensated for their work?

[@dunnadidit]

Unfortunately the studio Dunna’s were all booked up on this one! But when I hire them, they’re definitely well taken care of!

[@vhateg]

I love how you color grade your videos and process your photos!!! Mind sharing a few tips and tricks in a future video?

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you so much! I have a few videos on that if you dig in my channel but I’ll definitely make more too!

[@HabitualFixation]

Hi, love you edits. Unfortunately I only have an iPad Pro... What could I use to edit maybe?

[@dunnadidit]

Lightroom mobile!

[@jean-marcsanmarco6842]

Great review(er). Thorough and dynamic. Fell asleep during the last reviewer showing the lens statically for 15', while just talking...no photo/video examples, nothing. Great work.

[@dunnadidit]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Mar_NP]

Just got this lens and I love it! Thank you for the video

[@dunnadidit]

Awesome! No problem! Hopefully you agree with what I said!

[@shubhamsaxena04]

i have sony a6000 with kit lenses, i wanted to buy either sigma 16 mm or 30 mm, which one you think is more versatile? needed for some portraits and also some travel photography(landscapes and street). Which one should i choose? i can only buy one with my current budget.

[@dunnadidit]

I’d go with the 16mm first in that case. You can always crop in but you might find the 30mm not wide enough for certain things while traveling.

[@shubhamsaxena04]

@@dunnadidit will it be good enough for taking portrait with bokeh?

[@dunnadidit]

@@shubhamsaxena04 - I don’t usually use it as a portrait lens to be honest because I prefer something between 50mm and 100mm but it can work if you need it to. And as for bokeh. You’ll find that the f1.4 will give you lots

[@okaro6595]

Primes in general are not versatile. Typically the ideal prime length for general photography is the sensor width i.e. about 24 mm. 16 mm is clearly wide and 30 mm is normal. 330 mm is good for street photography for piking people bug but not idea for buildings, groups or inside. Use the kit lens to learn what these mean in your photography. Set it to 16 mm or 30 mm and try what you get. Move and resist the temptation to adjust the zoom. If I got a euro every tome I heard someone asking a single prime for portraits and landscapes I would be rich. Zoom lenses were just crated for that purpose.

[@okaro6595]

@@shubhamsaxena04 It is a wide angle, not a portrait lens. Sure there are people who can do portraits with wide angle but that is not for beginners. You should look for the 56 mm for portraits. There is a reason why there are three lenses: 16 mm, 30 mm and 56 mm.

[@theargus73]

4:03 When the GF shows up and your talking about your wife.

[@leavenable]

Thanks a lot, it helped me decide for this lens as my b-day gift 😍 now I'm 100% sure that's the best choice

[@latrace1986]

Great video man, really appreciate the real-life test scenarios. Just getting into this stuff but primarily doing architecture and wide cityscape views, so I'll definitely be considering this one.

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks so much! Glad the video was helpful for you.

[@zyxyuv1650]

This lens works best on the A7R III which has better dynamic range and ISO performance in APS-C mode than the A6500. This lens can also be used in Full Frame mode with 1.2-1.3X crop / Clear Image Zoom.

[@dunnadidit]

Oh man I wish I had an a7riii or even an a7iii to test this! You're making me want to buy full frame so bad with this comment!!

[@zipp4everyone263]

For the NON-IBIS people, get a 300 bucks gimbal (theres a "somthing A1000" out there that would do a good job). Will beat any IBIS on any sony camera out there.

[@dunnadidit]

Yeah, depending on what you’re shooting a gimbal would be perfect for this lens! It makes a huge difference! It doesn’t make sense in every situation but it is definitely way more smooth than ibis or oss.

[@lilymetcalfe97]

I am planning to buy this with my new 6500 after watching your video. Very helpful and convincing for the travel video I want to do! Love your channel

[@dunnadidit]

That’s awesome! It’s still one of my favorites on my a6500! Thanks for watching.

[@MrKockabilly]

Fast aperture for low light and shallow depth-of-field, autofocus like it is native, all for a price within reach.. Yeah it is too good and it's true.

[@dunnadidit]

Haha exactly!! You can’t make this stuff up!!

[@7294media]

Love the speed ramp dude... Good review as im about to get this lens real soon...

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you so much!! I hope you enjoy the lens! Feel free to use the link in the description if you want to help me out a bit 😉

[@KetansaCreatesArt]

Hello Dunna :) I was planning for the Sony 10-18mm f4, Is this Sigma 16mm f1.4 worth buying over the above Sony lens? Or should I go for Sony if I can?

[@dunnadidit]

I love my 16mm f1.4 but it all depends on what you need! Do you think you need it to go all the way to 10mm? And do you shoot in low light often?

[@KetansaCreatesArt]

Dunna Did It Thank you for replying. I was planning to enter Astro photography, and night scenes. Plus I also wanted to do wide angle sharp landscapes. I already have 18-105 and wanted something wider than that.

[@dunnadidit]

For Astro, the 16mm would be great, you want to have a nice wide aperture so you can keep your iso down. :) I think I would go that way based on what you’re saying :)

[@KetansaCreatesArt]

Dunna Did It Thank you very much. That helps a lot. I will go for this 16mm Sigma. :)

[@dunnadidit]

That’s awesome! If you are going to buy online and want to support the channel, feel free to use the amazon link in the description 😁

[@miguelberns]

Hi Dunna, I sell all my lenses because of your reviews. I now have 30 and 16mm. looking forward for 18-105 in the future. Huge Thumbs up!!!

[@dunnadidit]

Nice! I really hope you enjoy the kit!

[@eddierios6930]

Hey man, new to your channel. Great editing and color grading!

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks so much Eddie! I’m glad you enjoy it!

[@ramonluna4422]

this is the best review of this lens, everyone else focus on the video ability of it, but you also touched a lot on the photo side of it, with good examples. I have an a6000, and I'm into photography only, and was worried about the non image stabilization o it, but with your short and clear input there,. I'm going to get it. thanks.

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you so much Ramon! I’m so glad that you think that about my review! And I’m very excited for you to get the lens! If you feel like helping out the channel, there is an affiliate link for the lens in the description of the video! Thanks again for watching and let me know if you have any questions!!

[@MrCuerv010]

Subbed... Do you have any videos of your editing techniques? Your edited images looked on point 🔥🤙🏽

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks so much! I have a few lightroom tutorials but I’m planning on doing more! Here’s one that is a general overview of my lightroom process(a few months ago... needs updating lol) kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6OXc5t9rd2ibsU

[@RokDAWG1]

Yeah I watched a few videos on this & was close to grabbing a Sony 85mm but after watching this I am sold! Ordering my 16mm right now! Awesome clip!

[@dunnadidit]

Nice! I think you’ll love it!

[@RokDAWG1]

@@dunnadidit Monday it gets gere & I'm stoked! I think I'll bust up a guitar video with it for starters!

[@dunnadidit]

Nice!!

[@minirana]

You think this is the best lens for travel , which includes - food , street , portrait , landscape photography ?

[@dunnadidit]

My main lens for travel that includes all of that is the 18-105 f4

[@karlsibbald2386]

@@dunnadidit Ive got the Sony 18-135 but would this lens be worth getting as i also shoot everything mentioned above? lens looks amazing just dont know if i need it along side the 18-135!! P.S.. Awesome vid dude

[@GiannaM0818]

@@karlsibbald2386 would also love to know this, as I have the 18-135mm too!

[@dunnadidit]

I would say one or the other is great! If you’re mostly doing photography, the 18-135 might actually be the better option. I love the constant f4 but it’s he extra reach would be cool too.

[@DaddyJamesFilms]

Wow 16 seconds for a review thats the fastest review ever.... JUST KIDDING I watch the whole video awesome review!!

[@dunnadidit]

Haha one second for each mm? Lol thanks a ton!

[@DaddyJamesFilms]

@@dunnadidit hahaha yelp😂🖖

[@ArvinConcepcion]

i just got my panasonic g7 with its kit lens and its 25mm f/ 1.7

[@dunnadidit]

Ooh sick! How you like it?

[@JBAYMEDIA]

This was a fantastic review almost 2 years later. a6600 here and getting this lens today

[@dunnadidit]

Glad to hear it!

[@noorur]

I was eyeing the 30 & 56, never saw the point of the 16 for some reason. Until I saw your video. Now I understand why Sigma sells for so cheap, because the get free marketing from enthusiasts such as yourself who literally do most of their work for them. Infact, they ought to sponsor you or maybe let u test out their unreleased products, to give comprehensive feedback.

[@dunnadidit]

Haha of sigma wants to sponsor a video I probably would say yes... it just wouldn’t be a review video of one of their lenses because that’s a little sketchy haha

[@PaulCoboPhoto]

Great Info and video. I just bought this lens and I am amazed at its sharpness and quality. Now I want all my lens to be just like this one.

[@dunnadidit]

Haha I hear that! When I use other lenses now I want that sharpness.

[@OneLeggedStormChaser]

Does this have a focus button on it?? Thanks

[@dunnadidit]

There are no buttons on this lens.

[@bradleyhenady2032]

Complete noob here so pardon my ignorance...I have the a6500 and the sigma 30mm Currently. I use this setup for work as I do online sales at our local guitar shop. Would this 16mm lens be a good compliment to the 30mm for pictures of guitars and other instruments or would it be too wide?

[@dunnadidit]

It would be a great compliment! I did a shoot recently where I was explaining some features of a guitar and I used those two lenses for my two video angles.

[@bradleyhenady2032]

@@dunnadidit thank you for the quick reply! Gonna add this to my list of things I need. Just started this journey about 6 months and it's all so foreign to me.

[@dunnadidit]

Nice! Keep learning and you'll get where you want to be in no time... but by then you'll want to be further... rinse and repeat ;)

[@KristieBonifacio]

Thank you for this review!!!

[@dunnadidit]

No problem Kristie! Thanks for watching!

[@bry61925]

Great Video! I am debating on this lens or the Sony 18-105mm (Sony a6000) for my trip to Oaxaca. Lots of cool architecture and landscapes. Any thoughts?

[@kubakelly3536]

Bryan Partipilo you wont do a mistake if you take the 18-105. You are very flexible with this one. For a Trip i wouldnt choose a wide angle over a zoom

[@dunnadidit]

I have been on vacation traveling for 2.5 weeks now and the 18-105 has barely come off my camera, it’s just so perfect for travel where you need to quickly change for certain situations. Especially if you’re traveling with someone who might not want to wait for you to change lenses all the time hah

[@bry61925]

@@kubakelly3536 Thank you for the feedback! I appreciate it!

[@bry61925]

@@dunnadidit Thanks! I have been wanting this lens for a while. Sounds like it's perfect for travel. I appreciate the feedback

[@IvanC14]

This lens is the one next on my list. I’ve been buying vintage lenses for my 6500 but I need a wide angle lens with nice aperture since I do a lot of low light. Thanks for video, it really helped and btw great photo edits.

[@dunnadidit]

It’s definitely a great choice! Thanks for watching and for the kind words!

[@narutoshippuden473]

Your editing style is phenomenal! Can you make a tutorial video about it?

[@dunnadidit]

Wow thank you so much! I definitely can, is there anything specific about editing that you want to know?

[@narutoshippuden473]

Dunna Did It the color grading, specially in the photos. I just followed you on instagram and I love you shots ^^

[@dunnadidit]

Absolutely! I have a few videos out on this topic! But I’m definitely planning on doing more and updating! Check these out 1. My preset and editing workflow - kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4nRc4KCmK-bmqs 2. My start to finish lightroom workflow - kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6OXc5t9rd2ibsU Check those out and hopefully they’re helpful! I’ll definitely be doing more in the future though so keep an eye out! And thanks for following on insta too!

[@narutoshippuden473]

Dunna Did It thanks man! I really appreciate your response.

[@dunnadidit]

My pleasure Ebrahim! Hopefully those other vids help out until I can make some more!!

[@ArvinConcepcion]

a wide prime is definitely a lens i need for gimbal work!

[@dunnadidit]

This might be a match made in heaven!

[@ArvinConcepcion]

I can only imagine. Sigmas sharpness, and the high quality of the sonys haha

[@dunnadidit]

It really is a thing of beauty! What do you shoot on?

[@johnnyweissmuller5838]

Just get the kit lens

[@dunnadidit]

Johnny - nothing wrong with that! Love the kit lens!

[@Beatricescarton]

Hello! I'm trying to decide between the sigma 16mm 1,4 and the Sony 35 1,8, mainly for portraits and travel photography. What would you suggest?

[@dunnadidit]

Probably the 35 if you’re planning for portraits

[@TopblokeGolf]

Man I’m confused, do I get a a6500 with a couple of good lenses or a7iii with kit lens?

[@dunnadidit]

Oh man! That is such a tough question. I need more details. What are you shooting? Photo/video. Is it just personal use or client work? Gimme the details and I’ll help you out!

[@TopblokeGolf]

Dunna Did It wow that's kind of you. Im a newbie to all this although been researching for the last 6 months and want to pull the trigger now, I don't think I can hold out to the a6700. It's mainly going to be for video lthough I do want to get into still portraits, it's just that to my eye there is not much difference in quality . I'll be shooting golf courses and perhaps some music videos for friends with the view of charging money as and when I get better and maybe some wedding vids. I have about 2400 uk pounds , a6500 body is on offer at the mo for 1000, I could get maybe 3 half decent lenses. Do I get the a6500 and if I start to make some money out of it keep it as a b roll camera? Or just jump into the a7iii and be more future proof.,Many thank

[@dunnadidit]

To be honest, I would say go with the a6500 and a few decent lenses. It’s tried and tested and people generally love it. I’ve shot music videos on my Sony a6000 and they turned out great and made me enough money to buy the a6500 so you can definitely do the same from the a6500 to the a7iii. I’ve been eyeing up the a7iii as well, but the a6500 is still just so good that it’s hard to not suggest it for the price and what you get for it. It’s definitely a tough call to make but I’ve heard enough people say that the glass is more important than the camera to push in that direction for sure. Hopefully that’s helpful!

[@TopblokeGolf]

Dunna Did It thanks, I will checkout your go to lenses vid.

[@dunnadidit]

Awesome! Let me know if you have any more questions!

[@chamodmalalathunga6920]

How does it perform in photos in daylight when compared to Sony 18-105 f/4 lens? Sharpness? Quality?

[@dunnadidit]

It’s way sharper than the 18-105 for sure.

[@jmckmedia6377]

Great video man! Love my 35 ART on my A7iii!

[@dunnadidit]

Wait!! How did you get either of those so fast! Didn’t they both just come out!?

[@derkeschs9649]

you are the reason why i baught the sony g 18-105 f4 and i love it. Hopefully this lens too. i should get it on Tuesday.

[@dunnadidit]

Nice!!

[@ahmeam0]

Friend, does this lens make load noise while focusing AF?

[@dunnadidit]

Not too loud nope!

[@EmmanuelOkorie]

Got this lens about a couple of weeks and I am loving it. Just a quick question though, do you have any tips on how to get the post editing results in your photos? They are simply stunning!

[@dunnadidit]

Emmanuel - that’s awesome! I’m glad you love the lens! I have a very special treat coming on Monday for you regarding your question, keep your eyes peeled for my video 😉

[@EmmanuelOkorie]

Looking forward to it!