Sigma 16mm v 30mm v 56mm 1.4 Comparison for YouTube / Podcast / Streaming setup. Various Distances.

[@shakholondo]

Two years later and this is still the best, most beginner friendly, explanation of focal lengths and distancing for youtube video. Thank you so much!

[@StuartRodwell]

😂😂 thank you 🙌🏻

[@sasimeshari]

Stuart is like the only youtuber every APS-C E-mount user needs to hear. Love from India🇮🇳

[@ElBoyoElectronico]

Exactly, so many tech youtubers are a like "those are the only ten rf-lenses you need" 🤣 Very few people do relatable stuff like him.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much Sasi - appreciate the support 🙌🏼 🇮🇳

[@BreathingGuy20]

Agreed! I'm so thankful that he put it all together for us.

[@ConsoleAuthority]

I agree , the amount of quality and love he brought on apsc system. Part of the reason I have 16mm and 56mm and they are amazing lenses

[@SumithChatarjii-cj1ly]

Absolutely. He is a gem

[@BreathingGuy20]

As others have stated, we searched thru KZbin for a video such as this one. It wasn't easy! There are many such videos but all fall short in terms of what people are looking for. I have a podcast channel and was thinking about using a different lens that would fit my needs. Your video was exactly what I was looking for: there was measured distance, you put the lenses thru their use, and it was important for me to see how much background information would appear in the video. Thank you sir! Well done and thoroughly informational! You deserve more views.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much Rene - really appreciate you watching 🙏🏻

[@maestro.mentor]

I also have a podcast, and your reply literally translates my thoughts! From the difficulty of finding a video like this to the purposes of finding it! Kudos to Stuart for such a helpful video!

[@safetyhomeloans950]

so what lense did you end up utilizing my Brazilian Friend? Saludos 🇲🇽@@maestro.mentor

[@TheBrimFactor]

That's how you do a review, less of the technical jargon and more of showing how it actually works, super useful 👌🏽

[@TwoSugarsandMilk201]

This is exactly what I needed! To see how these lenses work on KZbin talking head videos. Thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it came in useful Gavi 🙌🏼

[@kelvinkvang]

This video is absolutely underrated and deserves way more views. Time and time again, I visited this video to get a good comparison of the lens for my Sony A6000, and this video never fails. I'm not sure why this video is so hard to find. It truly is a hidden gem. I got exactly what I needed in order to do videos at home with my Sigma 30mm.

[@MINDTHEHEADPHONE]

What a FANTASTIC intro! Love it!

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks man! 🙌🏻

[@kadosuniverse]

man years later one of the only youtubers explaining everything so in depth...what a legend man thanks

[@StuartRodwell]

@@kadosuniverse thanks for watching 🙌🏻

[@Andrew_._._.]

Your comparison videos are the best especially for these lenses. I love how you show all the shots in one frame easier to compare them all at once.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks Andrew - glad the videos are helping 🙌🏻

[@jeremynewell9903]

Thank you! 90% of these reviews don't mention the distance to the camera which is so important. Thanks again!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it came in useful! 🙌🏻

[@golosbezdoka]

It's simply the best comparison and I've been looking for it for so long! Thanks Stuart. You made the internet reviews make sense!

[@StuartRodwell]

@@golosbezdoka thank you! 🙌🏻

[@MonicaHolly143]

2 meters with 30mm is my choice But most of us like the mic just on the top of the camera so 1 meter with 16mm is still hard to let go

[@StuartRodwell]

Yes agreed - mic positioning does start to become a factor - keep toying with the idea of getting a Rode Wireless Go kit

[@riazali4362]

Hey Monica, i agree that is the best overall look. I would go with that lens, and invest in a mic stand to hover over your head at that distance for audio quality or just get a lav mic then your problems are solved. I invested in the 16mm as well, now I wish I bought the 30 instead, however, they both have their uses and it might be good to switch them up for different videos or within videos so its not a loss!

[@CesarGeekGuy]

Your comment is exactly what I was thinking, as I use my mic on top of the camera...! I think I will go with 16mm!

[@anaj9346]

Agree! Looked really nice

[@DesignAcademyPK]

Amazing Review Stuart. Thanks for making this Talking head comparison on these lenses.

[@MikeLardi]

Thanks!

[@StuartRodwell]

@@MikeLardi thanks so much Mike - much appreciated 🙏🏻

[@gilpeleg-ziv4004]

Most practical and down to earth comparison I've found so far, thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome Gil! 🙌🏻

[@lawtechdata2134]

Brilliant. The 1 vs. 2 vs. 3 meter comparisons at different lenses is super helpful.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks for the feedback 🙏🏻

[@BreathingCells]

Just what I was searching for! Thanks for putting your measuring tape to good use. Since I want to stand up, and wave my arms about, you helped me pick the 30mm at 2m.

[@StuartRodwell]

The trusty measuring tape 😂 Glad it came in useful 🙌🏻

[@spacecat2902]

So the best lens for small studios is 30mm f1.4. It creates a nice bokeh without distorting the image too much.

[@limitrish9138]

Sure but I think 24mm/ 27mm is more fit in this case.

[@ValBalza]

What a great comparison, the best on YT so far! Clear and direct, thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks man - you’re welcome! 🙌🏻

[@stefanslairarchived]

This was EXACTLY the video I needed to see what focal length I needed to record videos. Thanks a lot!

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome Stefan - thanks for watching 🙌🏻

[@naejnz]

EXCELLENT video, practical, simple and so easy to follow, GREAT music!! The different focal lens really makes sense to me now which will help me to decide which one to purchase! Thanks much!!!

[@StuartRodwell]

@@naejnz thank you 🙏🏻

[@Reggiemod8]

Best video i have seen on the entire KZbin that explains superbly the relationship between the distance and different lenses.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much for the feedback 🙏🏻

[@TiagoMeirelesMusic]

Quick question, They were used on an apsc sensor right?

[@StuartRodwell]

Yes thats correct 👍🏻

[@THALA7z]

Sir which one is best for youtube videos??

[@TheMp3Sucker]

That side by side comparison was really helpful!. Thanks a lot man!!

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome man 🙌🏻

[@pankajsingh5665]

seen so many videos on youtube for 16mm vs 30mm, your channel comparison videos are by far the best. Thanks

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much Panjak 🙏🏻

[@no_categories]

Thank you! So many of these comparisons don't mention the distance at all. The ones that do only mention it casually. Thank you for the solid demonstration. Subscribed.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks Dylan, much appreciated 🙌🏻

[@theshepherdssheep]

This video was the perfect explanation

[@akshaykumar_r]

This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! I've always wanted to know the distance needed for these lenses so that I wouldn't run out of space with the one I'd buy, and this is the only video that's going to help me make that decision!

[@이승재-h9i7i]

You're good at explaining only what beginners need. This kind of video is very helpful to me. I wish you good health.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much 🙏🏻

This along with your other outdoor comparison video are the best videos to make a decision about the sigma trio. Honest review and direct results. Thanks a lot.

[@StuartRodwell]

Awesome, thanks for the feedback! 🙏🏻

[@tundetudor1]

This has a touch extreme clarity. Now Im better informed. I have a 50mm lens and was wondering why my shots are closed up, and why my cloth has shallow depth of field, but my face doesn't. Now I know better. Thanks Staurt, this is super helpful

[@IrfanAminChannel]

Very nice comparison! That's the first video of watching hundreds, that is the one I was looking for.

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad you found it Irfan 🙌🏻

[@gregorybodnar7511]

Most helpful comparisons out there! Only wish I had found you sooner.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks Gregory 👍🏻

[@dixipledeca]

excellent video. this was exactly what I needed!

[@YayangAgungSundawa]

it was amazing , super thank you . very helpful for me . im from indonesia

[@StuartRodwell]

Hey Indonesia! Thanks for watching 🙌🏻

Such a simple yet demonstrative video. Thank you so much. Very beginner friendly.

[@jamesaviles9786]

I think the coolest comparison is with the full grid of videos, all 9 on screen, and you can see the difference in the facial distortion along the diagonal. with what's being shown in frame being almost the same from top left to bottom right, but with the difference in the size of the nose being the most apparent.

[@StuartRodwell]

Easy on the nose James! 😂 Glad it came in useful man 👍🏻

[@FaisalDev]

What a fantastic comparison Stuart ! 🙏🏼🤍🤍🤍

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks Faisal! 🙌🏻

[@My90sDreamBedroom]

Absolutely AMAZING video! This is exactly what I was searching for. Thank you so so very much!!

[@pixelshade4660]

Watched this video a few times because it really is the best video ever for beginners to understand the difference between lenses.

[@TiagoMeirelesMusic]

Exactly what I needed! Thank you! Loved the video :)

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks Tiago! 🙌🏻

[@SaxSpy]

the med shot diagonals are great, ive got to try them out

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

[@cnzaqdfrut9661]

Very informative, with everything well explained and right on point. A little side note, your accent and manner add extra points to the excellent content as well. Thank you very much.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much for the feedback 🙏🏻 A few people have mentioned about the accent lol

[@Jim_Mundy]

Wow, this is very well done! Lots of comparison videos out there but they don't include all the details about the environment, settings, etc. I think I'm a new fan! Thanks!

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks for watching Jim! 🙌🏻

[@flarisbm]

Nice review Stuart. I'm using a Sony A6400 + sigma 16mm as webcam, but it's to wide. I'm thinking to change to 24mm or 30mm. This kind of video help a lot. I'm using 1080p quality, 4k quality overheat a lot my camera. Thanks for the video!

[@damanimc]

You sir are killing it with these comparisons.

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks for watching 🙌🏻

[@TeaVibes]

how do you only have 9.6 k subs.. You are really good. Content is crisp, enjoyable to watch and informative. I never hit the subscribe button so quick in my life !

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much for watching! Really appreciate it 🙏🏻

[@Pruefungstrainer24]

Thank you so much! EXACTLY what I was looking for! Now I know what lens I need!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it came in useful! 🙌🏻

[@sayedhumaid]

Hey Stuart, great video to understand the differences. What kind of lens should I use on the Sony ZV-E10 II for portrait shots? Use case: Vertical shots of me talking into a camera at my home desk, with heavy bokeh (extremely important)-for Instagram reels. Another detail-there is not a lot of space in the room. The desk is backed up to a wall. The distance to the wall is under 3 feet. Because there is a wall, and the camera is on a tripod slightly away from the wall, along with my face and torso with some headroom for any graphics over the head, I want the hands on the desk to be slightly visible. I like the bokeh in your video for 30mm but I'm not sure if that lens can cover my requirements mentioned above. For my use case, the 30mm seems too zoomed in as I'm not able to see your hands (I'm looking at it from a vertical video, Instagram reels POV, for KZbin it seems fine). Which lens (30mm or 16mm) would help me get at least your level of bokeh (Of the 30mm) if not more for the use case mentioned above?

[@ArcTechnologies]

This is exactly what I needed for my channel. Subbed!

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much 🙏🏻

[@nevercivilized1309]

The Best! I agree with many comments, after multiple research on lenses, this is hands down the BEST video using compare and contrast teaching and showing the importance on how distance from the lens is the key ingredient when selecting a lens! Amazing video ✝️💰🥇

[@faizansheikh6010]

thank you for this! especially for trying all the focal lengths at 1,2 and 3 meters

[@LTPottenger]

Great! Just the video I needed! Now I can choose the right lens.

[@WaveIndex_]

Exactly what I was looking for, thank you so much!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it was helpful 🙌🏻

[@SalamKasem2020]

Thanks for the great job.

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome Salam 👍🏻

[@Passion_biker]

Hi Stuart I would like to buy the whole Sigma trio but now I have to choose one of the lenses. Which one would you choose for a vacation for evening photos on the beach, portraits on the beach, hotel at night? I have a Tamron 17-70 f2.8 and a Sony a6400. I would like a sharp lens and I think Sigma is. 🤘🏻

[@0verkilla]

I don't usually click the thumbs up button, but this video deserves it by far, this is just perfection. I'll be heading towards 16mm for my needs.

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it came in useful! 👍🏻

[@oamyway975]

I'm very happy that I found your channel. Thank you for your videos, 5hey are so detailed, precise , full of information for beginners.🙏

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks for watching! 🙌🏻

[@sergeys1660]

What would you choose as your first KZbin lens for micro 4/3? - Sigma 30mm 1.4 or - Panasonic SUMMILUX Lens, 25MM, F1.4 ASPH I want to get more blurry background. I am a bit confused about the price difference between those two. And thanks for amazing explanatory video

[@UFOBBQ]

This is literally what I have been looking for, and done fantastically! Thanks Man

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad you found it! 🙌🏻

[@frederickpolk]

Thank you for this comparison with measurements! This makes it clearer to learn and decide about these lens for different use cases.

[@NavyBluesandShoes]

Thank you for this video! just starting with content creation and needed this to select a starting lease for talking head videos.

[@LivingInVancouverCamasWash]

This is literally exactly what I was looking for, bless your soul

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad you found it Hannah 🙌🏻

[@maco21]

My goodness this channel is gold! Truly helped me decide, thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it came in useful Matteo 🙌🏻

[@patricklacson]

You can see at 6:48 that 16mm at 1meter, 30mm at 2 meters, and 56mm at 3 meters are the closest frame-wise. I think I like the 30mm at 2 meters the best, the 56mm at 3meters second, and 56mm at 2 meters third.

[@maintaintechtz]

One metre lens 16mm-vid 1 Two metre lens 30mm-vid 2(middle one)& vid 3(last one) Three metre lens 56mm -vid 3(last one) I think according to the field (room) the videos I pointed out are in good view u can see gestures , generally the body language which is best if someone is explaining something to you.....and on that if I would rather choose 30mm as the best on the list........😊 I hope am correct All in all thank u for the content u really helped my understanding 🙏🙏🙏 blessings over u mate

[@SoopChefTV]

Thank you so much for this video. I recently moved to a mirrorless camera and thought it was time for an upgrade. Been twisting myself in knots trying to decide which one to grab. This was great. Love the channel. Gone through quite a few videos and there's a lot of inspiration here. Might try and pick up the 30mm as well. Seriously appreciate it. Easy subscribe.

[@GuitarTerraYT]

Thanks so much. I'm a complete beginner to the video world and this was very helpful.

[@EK1Gaming]

Quick question - I have a A6000 with the 16mm 1.4 Sigma. When I have any RGB or coloured lights they do a strobe on the recording. I have lowered my shutter speed, tried to lower the intesity of lights but nothing seems to get rid of it. Am I missing a setting here?

[@JonathanDoku]

Your quality is absolutely fantastic. I love the look, from the colours you use in the background to the cinematic feel your shots have. Would love to see a break down! Thanks for this video - helped me out on the purchase of my new lens👍🏾

[@StuartRodwell]

Hey Jonathan, thanks so much for the feedback man 🙏🏻 Glad the vid came in useful 🙌🏻

[@NeanderdeOliveira]

This was the most useful video I found on this, thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it was helpful 🙌🏻

[@patrickwallace8242]

Thanks for this! I own the 16mm & 56mm. Was considering the 35mm for some video headshots. The 56mm at two meters gives me that commercial talking headshot look I've been going for. But having the 30mm seems to offer more versatility as well. Great comparison!

[@raresdinaustria]

Stuart, you' ve made the best video on lenses. Many Thanks!

[@StuartRodwell]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@ignacioalonsol]

Loved the comparison edits, thanks for taking the time to do this!

[@TheDanidem]

This has to be THE video I've been looking for, magnificent content!! Thank you so much!!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it came in useful! 🙌🏼

[@SergeyVikultsev]

Awesome comparison, exactly what I was looking for. Thank you very much Stuart! Which one would you use the most for talking head video? Which will be the most practical? I am thinking between 16mm or 30mm.

[@ArcMediaFilms]

Thanks great comparison I bought the 30mm for my A6000 and it’s brilliant. Does the 16mm look good when filming an interview close up or do you get distortion of the face compared to a 30mm?

[@ftseguerra]

This is a great video! Thank you so much!.. However, I do not plan to shoot in 4K in my A6100. I intended to use 1080p at 60fps. So I considering the crop factor added to 4K, at 1080p it would be much wider. I hope you can make similar video at 1080p 60fps..

[@TisZaid]

This is exactly what I needed thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad you found it 🙏🏻

[@PhilownsanEvo]

Amazing video! great production quality and easy to understand, helped me loads :) thank you

[@huiyangyu9046]

I haven't finish your video but have to give your video a like! this is the most help one! thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻

[@brynefallmusic]

Exactly the comparison I needed for these lenses! Much appreciated!

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome Dan - glad it came in useful 👍🏻

[@PiaJustynn]

Hey Stuart, thank you for these tests that you for for these Sigma lenses. You measuring the distance is so helpful.

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome Pia, glad they’re coming in useful 😊

[@lencho4266]

Great video! Exactly what i was looking for to help me with my studio setup! Thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

Glad it was helpful 🙌🏻

[@GauravGupta-uj7nr]

Thanks, Very well explain As a beginner, I wanted to ask one thing can we use Sigma16-50 mm 1.4 lens with 30mm with 2 meter distance to achieve good bokeh effect ?

[@DominateOnline]

I needed this comparison. Thanks a bunch Stuart

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome! 🙌🏻

[@silascsoccio]

Nice comparison... Congrats Mate! I took a decision watch your video

[@StuartRodwell]

Awesome 👌🏻 glad it came in useful 👍🏻

[@BenjaminMahmood]

Very well done, exactly the comparison I was looking for 👍👍

[@StuartRodwell]

Cheers Ben 🙌🏻

[@timgalletas3856]

A very helpful video! Superb! I have the Sigma trio and this is very inspiring. Please keep making more videos like this one. Your lutz are amazing!

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much for the feedback and support Tim 🙌🏻

[@momotive7137]

Thanks for this video, helpful about the 16mm 2-3 meters

[@DanboxingPH]

Hey, Stuart. Good job on making this video! Been wanting to do this kind of video. Learned a lot from you! 💯

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks so much man - just been watching some of your videos - subbed. 5 more subs till 1k 🥳

[@DieHardRugby]

More talking head tutorials would be awesome!

[@birchlegacy]

This is the literally the perfect information I was looking for, much appreciated!!

[@sub.owen.create]

Really well explained, thank you

[@PsychodynamicPsychology]

This was exactly what I was looking for! Thank you so much :)

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome 🙌🏻

[@GetInspiredMedia]

Thank you Stuart, this is the video I have been looking for. I have been considering the Sigma 16mm 1.4 or the 30mm 1.4. I was pretty convinced that the 16mm 1.4 would work best with my new ZV E10. This nailed it! I really appreciate it. Really we'll presented Stuart, thank you!

[@StuartRodwell]

Thanks for watching! Glad it came in useful! 🙌🏻

[@sam.collage]

2m 30mm and 3m 56mm. Wow. Greaaat!!. Thanks for your decent video comparison. Loved the editing and sounds. I'm subscribing. Thanks.

[@tarunsharma5254]

Definately get 30mm if you have small room like 10x10 ft. and want to shoot video mainly and portraits occassionally , even if you have big room while using 56mm at 3m it is very hard to see yourself in camera monitor.

[@MiguelScott_____]

Excelente video. Es el mejor que he visto como comparación de los lente Sigma. Muchas gracias por mostrarnos las comparaciones :)

[@KVshotsMedia]

thanks alot man, i now know what lense to buy and the exact results i'll get. thank you

[@StuartRodwell]

You’re welcome man 🙌🏻