Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Review: Better in Every Way or Hype?

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Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 DG DN II: Review & Sample Images
The new Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 is here, and we've got our hands on it.
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This quick video covers:
My initial thoughts on the design, handling, and new features
How it performs on the Leica SL3 and Sony A7RV
A look at some sample images shot in various conditions
Early impressions on image quality and autofocus speed
Whether this upgrade is worth it if you own the original Sigma 24-70
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[@MigsHernanTorino]

Nice review. I already purchased it and just waiting for it to be delivered by tomorrow. I am so excited. I sold my Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 G2 to buy it.

[@btonelli]

Thanks and congrats!

[@RalfWeyer]

Sometimes it makes you wonder why companies don’t go for internal zoom on these kind of lenses. The Sony GM 35mm F2.8 II is a very good example, it only extends roughly 1-1.5cm, so why not directly make it an internal zoom?

[@btonelli]

I agree. Not sure why they do this.

[@hikertrashfilms]

To protect the $6,000 16-35 2.8 Cinema Glass which has a PZ

[@mike]

Compared to the previous version, If I’m shooting video on a Sony Alpha 7 IV; will the autofocus speed be that much faster on the II? First time purchaser; I don’t have the first version of the lens.

[@btonelli]

AF is faster. It’s a solid lens

[@mike]

@@btonelli Appreciate the reply! Noticeably enough though from the older one you’d say? Or would you need to test them both side by side? It’s eating me alive because I really want to pull the trigger but an extra $300 (old one is $899; new one is $1199) I feel is a bit steep for something that may be minimal. I shoot a lot of low light video with considerable movement if that helps

[@elijahbill9148]

@@mikeI’m wondering the same thing

[@LMActionsports]

I went to the camera store to go pick up this version one lens when it came out and when I got there they sold out and they only had the 28 - 70 F 2.8 d g d n and I bought it for the sole purpose on returning it after I used it for what I needed coming up that week. But I fell in love with that little lens it's sharp and it focuses great and video on my Sony A7iv. But I do love Sigma lenses and these new lenses they've been coming out with are pretty impressive so maybe I might upgrade. I better hold off I just bought the M4 iPad Pro 13-inch with one terabyte and the week before I bought the DJI Avata 2 with the fly more kit. I better chill out and just make some money

[@btonelli]

Haha I understand the dilemma. Enjoy the iPad and the Avata 2. The 28-70 is a solid lens

[@LIGHTHUNTER.D]

They refreshed this before the 28, 40, 105, and 135. Protecting other OEMs? I say yes.

[@btonelli]

Perhaps so. Seems odd they went here before the others

[@UncleEdguardo]

I have the first 24-70 for my SL2-S and love it, but I like to shoot video once in a while, so the de-clicked aperture ring option would be great to have. I'll probably sell my first version and order the new one. If I do, I'll use your link. Thanks for all the great videos!

[@btonelli]

Thanks for the support. 🙏

[@philcampbell5827]

If this was available for Z mount would seriously consider picking it up. Just waiting for them to start with some Z FF glass.

[@btonelli]

I think Nikon like Canon is limiting third party to APS-C only for now

[@geec2222]

Great video, thank you. If you had the choice between this and the Lumix S PRO 24-70 for the same price. What would you go for?

[@btonelli]

Thanks. As good as the Lumix is I would prob go for the Sigma. It’s lighter and smaller

[@geec2222]

@@btonellithanks so much for!

[@ApolloDigitalCA]

I just got a Sony A7IV with the 28-70 kit lens. Been debating on getting the Mark II as my first lens purchase. Idk if I should say screw it and get it right now or wait for a bit

[@btonelli]

Depends on your budget and need over the 28-70.

[@dr.travisrader5788]

I bought the SL3 and wondering if I want to pick up a 1800 used Leica 24-70 or get this lens. I typically want Leica lens with body and I’ve used the Leica 24-70 in past. I wish I had the ability to go to a dealer and put this sigma on to see how it look in person. What a dilemma 😂

[@btonelli]

@@dr.travisrader5788 understand. Sometimes not easy to see the lens in person, but also understand the want to have everything Leica

[@dr.travisrader5788]

@@btonelli thanks for the great videos for us Leica users

[@btonelli]

@@dr.travisrader5788 thanks for watching them! Much appreciated

[@ApertureViews]

How are the optics compared to the 24 to 90?

[@baharam98]

Thank you! Yes, I would buy it.

[@btonelli]

Thanks for watching

[@kostasrestas]

what about the dust resistance ???? At Sigma 24 70 no1 was very easy to dust dots to came inside the glass, like ridiculous easy. Like , one walk at the park was enough..

[@btonelli]

No dust issues from the review unit I have

[@kostasrestas]

@@btonelli yeap , its very early for somethnig like this... time will tell !

[@prinsje99]

The mark 1 didnt really make vertigo shots possible on sony camera's. Do you know if the mark 2 does it better?

[@btonelli]

Vertigo shots?

[@josephelario9088]

you're good man. . .

[@btonelli]

Thanks 🙏

[@xFreyelis]

Chromatic Aberration is bad with this lens... Go for the Version 1's last version

[@btonelli]

I feel it’s well controlled. Bad is a bit dramatic. Every lens will have it to some degree unless it’s corrected in camera.

[@xFreyelis]

@@btonelli version 1 is the one that's well-controlled though, I mean the difference is big on white clothes on high contrast scenarios

[@HiHeat]

I think if you want to use this lens with a 6k bmpss there is no difference other than the price. In my country (Russia), the first model costs 100 thousand rubles, the second 150 thousand rubles. In other words, the price is 1.5 times higher. Provided that the bmpss film camera does not have autofocus, naturally I will take the first model because... Still limited on budget. And no, it’s not a matter of whether you’re a professional or not, it’s just that these lenses are really no different from each other. I understand if the new model were faster, then the update would make sense. And so... there's no point

[@justinmallari6137]

Keep in mind this version also has a declicked aperture ring, if you’re shooting on a pocket cinema something like that can make or break a moving shot where you can’t control lighting as precisely as you’d want to

[@hacks9099]

Do you ever speak at a normal speed? It is often difficult to understand you, with the fast speak.

[@btonelli]

Hi. Thanks for the feedback. This is my normal speaking speed but you can slow down the video in KZbin settings if that helps

[@KobusGevelspar]

Try the dude from DP journey, compared to him this is slow motion :-)

[@kuanishere]

i think it’s not fast

[@bigrobotnewstoday1436]

Come on man your putting a dirty Sigma lens on a Leica that's unforgiveable. LOL

[@btonelli]

lol!!!! I know. The blasphemy 😂😂

[@bigrobotnewstoday1436]

@@btonelli Camera Conspiracies did a photo review and some guy has a Fuji GFX and he put a Sigma lens on it. We made fun of him. LOL

[@btonelli]

@@bigrobotnewstoday1436 camera conspiracies doing a photo camera review is funny already. I’m there for the GFX vlogging video if he ever does one 😂