Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art Hands-on Review

[@cameraconspiracies]

What's bokeh? Is that similar to the much more ancient and proper word Toneh?

[@AllThingsFilm1]

LOLOLOLOL. Love your channel.

[@niccollsvideo]

It's pronounced "Tuna".

[@LoverOfTech]

Looool man

[@EsenbekAliev_]

same as bukake but different spelling

[@dcchavez97]

😅😂

[@jan-hendrikbussmann4644]

I am five seconds into the video and already smiling. Thank you for making this day at home a bit easier :-)

[@CodyStoner20]

This lens is going to be a MASSIVE success for Sigma. It's been on backorder multiple times since it's release. I've had mine for my S1 for a few weeks and I'm very very impressed so far.

[@michaelholzhausen5741]

Hows the autofocus vs the 24-105? I'm about to make the trade. I shoot running children and marching bands.

[@CodyStoner20]

@@michaelholzhausen5741 Haven't tried the 24-105 so I'm not sure. It's been pretty good for stills and just ok for video. Most focus issues are probably the S1 and not the lens though.

[@NafisAhmed73]

How is the af c in video?

[@juanquispe3494]

7:09 Christopher Frost and Dustin Abbott: "(Howdy everyone) GIMME DAT CARDBOARD NOW".

[@ltmikepick]

I should say this. Your duo is legendary. Cherish this friendship and respect each other. Don't be those guys who split up because of money or power. Respectful way. Thanks.

[@jeremyjs8863]

Got to applaud the extra effort here ! Conditions are tough but our men are still out there pushing through !

[@salahhamze]

You guys are like the Simpsons of camera gear review. I look forward to your intros as much as I do the videos themselves. Cheers.

[@Zoranurai13]

I’ve been using a lot of sigma art albeit on canon for the past year. They’re awesome

[@wonderwhy5824]

Whats the difference between art and a non art.. sorry I'm new idk the terminology

[@danieltan9999]

I've been waiting for this review for ages! Thanks guys!

[@alhOOO2O]

Another great video. You guys are literally the best in the business

[@junichinomura4810]

can you please do comparison of sigma 24-70mm f2.8 and tamron 28-75mm f2.8 thanks

[@prabhubhoopathy7478]

Simple.. Tamron wins always with 2.8 Lenses

[@PeterPing]

@@prabhubhoopathy7478 I guess you've never use any Sigma lenses.

[@prabhubhoopathy7478]

@@PeterPing I have used it from 2012 to 2015, but I didn't like the softness in the corners & distortion. Tamron lenses are little better in sharpness and giving little more color richness in my photos.

[@jdb_rl]

Prabhu Bhoopathy sharpness and color is something that can be fixed in post, colors don’t really matter to me in my opinion when buying a lens when 99% of photographers are just gonna edit their photos and play with the tones and colors in their images regardless...

[@lcador9]

I have the Nikon Z 24-70 f/2.8 and it is fabulous both in the center and edges when shot wide open or stopped down. If one is truly serious about landscapes then the premium price may well be worth it. Glad the Sigma is not available for the Z mount for the choice would have been difficult.

[@coltoncyr2283]

lcador9 I'm in a pickle to sell my Nikon F mount to go Sony. I want to like the Z system, but I'm an enthusiast and spending $2K+ on a lens is not worth it. Now with Sony being able to get a 2.8 from $900-$1200. That's a game changer. And Nikon doesn't seem willing to open their mount eng,... Hello Sony?!

[@coltoncyr2283]

The only reason why I'm stuck and consider going Nikon Z is their built in stacking, for Macro, and ergonomics, however battery life is trash and that's a huge thing for me.

[@lcador9]

@@coltoncyr2283 I agree. My Nikon Z7 is stuck in warranty repair in New York for very poor battery life, less than 150 shots under minimal demand. Problem is the 500mm PF, for birds, is a fabulous light weight wonder and the S-lenses are super sharp end to end for landscape. I print for galleries at 20-40 inches and the quality difference shows. I more then make my money back by paying the premium lens prices. Best of luck with you photography.

[@JayquanDeMarcusWashington]

My first quality glass on my a7iii and I'm so in love.

[@karunketone10]

I just moved to Sony system from years of Canon use. I have always been fine with third party lenses (sigma/tamron) with 2.8s. I'm picking up this lens and a tamron 70-180 2.8 for my regular work. Thanks for the video 🤟🏻

[@ninitoboy8250]

That was a great review! | would like to ask you which should i buy? Tamron 36-150 f/2 - 2,8 or should i pick sigma 24-70 f/2,8? Both are great lenses i know that but it's also both too expensive. With tamron i take advantage the low range of 35 and also the beast range of 150 but with sigma i have something more standard with 24 to 70 where i cover the low range of 24. I want it for travelling.I have the Sony A7 II. Thank you

[@philippepierrisnard4623]

A fantastic lens resulting from the cooperation with Leica regarding the optical formula

[@marquism1799]

L mount user here, that focuses on only video. I agree, I think it's worth getting the Lumix PRO line instead. Though the image quality is superb, the manual focus capabilities is not the best. THe focus wheel is much too loose and its hard to pin point manual focus.

[@happyanalogtoys3118]

Thank you for the information on the focusing sound. I had to watch 6 review videos before getting that info.

[@kostasrestas]

Great shoots!! Ive see some people to say that this lens came dusty from inside very easy and fast,is it true?? Is the only think that makes me think it twice before i buy one!

[@cryhavoc38]

bought mine for the S1R. So nice of a combination

[@MeAMuse]

I bought this lens on Sony E-Mount about 2 months ago based on a bunch of the reviews. I would say the part that this review and most others have missed is that it zooms the wrong way. Sony lenses zoom to the right to zoom in. This you have to turn left. This may not be an issue for people that switch cameras / lenses day in and out - but for a native shooter it really interrupts your shooting workflow. I think highlighting this in future would be advisable - after all - who cares about image quality when you miss the shot because it is less usable. I honestly wish I had gone for the Tamron (assuming it zooms the right way).

[@ChongLisDriveThru]

Yeah but Tamron swaps places with the zoom ring and focus ring, LOL :)

[@etx007blue2]

Can you review the Sigma 14-24mm DG DN ?

[@DashFlicks]

I would love to know if there is any difference between the canon version + mc11 and the native e-mount in terms of focus accuracy

[@marcopervo]

Thanks for a solid review. The Tamron 24-70mm has been a workhorse that comes mostly when I need something faster, but Tamron's primes leave a bit to be desired compared to the Sigma Art line.

[@Madskilledswedishphotograper]

I switched from this lens to the Tamron 17-75 (2 lenses) just for the weight for video and gimbal use. However the Sigma is sharper and better focusing then the Tamron for everything but for the time being I'm sticking with the smaller lighter Tamrons.

[@bondgabebond4907]

One year later, Johannes Malm, look at the new lens from Sigma and Tamron. Talking about upping their game, now their old lens are just old. Tamron has new lens that are right up there with Sony's G line. Sigma has just incredible lens. I'm looking at the 24/28 to 70/75 line of lens from either company.

[@moetarded7757]

Just ordered before watching this video. Thank you for giving me good news. Can not wait.

[@onecutmedia]

I just bought it, I have had it for a week now, its awesome

[@hupenpeter]

Thanks for the review. I have this lense and love it so far. Very good performer. And i have a set of 82mm filters anyway. Personally i'm very happy with my buy.

[@rustypadlock5129]

Back then nobody had noticed the dust issue on the front element. Does anybody know if they ever fixed it?

[@accept3289]

Yeah they did it matters something with the serial numbers if you have a certain serial number its fixed and the older has a different one

[@armando.visuals]

Between this one and the Sony 24 to 105 what would you choose for video? travel, weddings, etc

[@ITSMEALEX619]

Do you have any dust issues with the lens

[@billymurphy3]

If this thing goes on sale I’ll have to take the plunge haha $1099 for these features and Sigma Art quality on an E-mount is a bargain! In my opinion of course.

[@warpspeed9877]

Ok...we get you pushing the"smaller" Tamron 28-75 that very conveniently STARTS AT 28mm.

[@jaimeavayu32]

Hi !! great video, thanks for sharing. I am upgrading my gear to mirrorless (Nikon Z6 mount FTZ) and I would like to buy a 24-70 f/2.8 lens. Do you recommend the Sigma Art over other brands? I am more interested in street and travel photography. Not much in video. Thank you in advance.

[@Artem_ZpCity]

Techart adapter sony/nikon and take tamron

[@sjmedia_official]

Over 35mm, this lens does not like if you get too close to the subject under f5,6, it says it is focused, but it comes out soft many times.

[@marclabro]

nice review. coming from d750+24-70 F/2.8 nikon, i'd like to switch to a7m4 for video and eye detetcion with a good 24-70. I have heard that sigma dn should be better or equal to sony for photography and eye detection but sonly with its motorization should have a better autofocus and eye detetcion for video. what do you think ? I really have no idea what we need for making video (wedding, babies, dogs,...)

[@audiophizile13]

I know it's got distortion and vignette at 24 but curious how this does for astro. Have not seen a single review for this lens include astro. I'm looking at this or the 24-105mm f4 for a "jack of all trades" lens.

[@AdamMuise]

Enjoyed the daddy daughter project. Going to borrow that for the Uncle - Nephew project. Stay healthy Chris and Jordan!

[@jrod6940]

What eyecup are you using at 1:48?

[@Rfunk819]

Have they made any updates to this lens since the time of filming this?

[@attilahardy]

How does the Sigma compare with the G2 Tamron 28-75 new auto focus motors?

[@steveschnetzler5471]

Damn, got cold just watching this, this lens is on my list for my S1r, but waiting for sale (maybe black friday if I can wait that long)..

[@asimgeekhan]

thanks for the review! Would it make sense to purchase this lens now if im shooting on apsc a6400, but plan on stepping up to full frame soon?

[@raveenbr9939]

I have recently purchased a Sigma 24-70 mm for my Sony a7r3. I am not able to get sharper pictures as it supposed to. Can you tell me why and what to do with the settings to improve that

[@matttimoteo544]

Just arrived mine yesterday! I really 😊 love it..i will used it soon.thanks for the review..I’m using Sony a7iii..👍keep up..

[@BobbyWashingtonvlog]

How about ND filters for this lens?

[@BrandonKusher]

How well does the autofocus perform with a Sony a7r3 with eye detection turned on? Is it quick? Does it lock on and stay attached?

[@messiahshow]

What was the name of the Tamron you talked about? Would this Sigma/Tamron lens be good for having the camera closer in a streaming environment where I am sitting like 60-70 cm from the camera and would it still create bokeh in the background with the settings needed for me to be good in frame and still catch most of the rooms background?

[@jbrocas1939]

Can i use this for video too, I am ready to buy, but i want to do both.

[@danielfarang8765]

Is there a autofocus noise? Is the on camera audio useable ? thanks for this review

[@sarimaproveyer216]

Hi! Great review! thank you for sharing your knowledge. I wanted to know your opinion about this lens on an a6300 body. Since the 6300 don't have in-body stabilization, Will the image stabilization be an issue?

[@罗剑-l7k]

Chris does this lens has dust resistance problem? Some reviews said after using this lens for a little bit of long time they saw some sand inside the lens.

[@niccollsvideo]

I'm sure it's as well sealed as the other art lenses. I never worry to much about some dust inside our lenses because sooner or later it's just gonna happen. Minimal effect on image quality so i don't sweat it.

[@thecircletv4271]

Great work again guys. I love it. Can you all do a video about astro photography? I would like to learn about photographing the moon and the milky way. Can you all also do a video on photographing planets through telescopes? Thanks in advance!

[@derainoramac6180]

Hope to see sigma DN with RF mount soon.

[@giorgidudaevi6189]

can sony a7iv handle the weight of sigma itself, or should i use an adapter for that ?

[@thomaslarmit6434]

Really curious to see how this sigma 24-70 performs against the tamron 24-70 for video! I've seen in another video of Fstoppers that the sigma had TERRIBLE image stabilization but some said that it was due to filming with it on a Nikon camera. I am thinking about buying this lens as my go to run-and-gun shootings, but I really need to know if it's worth the extra 400 euros compared to the well known Tamron 24-70 G2.

[@ArvindJuneja]

which lens did you use for the part in 8 minute? it's a 180 shutter right?

[@davidsanchez1]

I love this lens. It is a perfect combo with my Panasonic s1.

[@bornfromthefires2515]

Why do they talk about the focus clutch? You can manual focus with the L mount lens right?

[@davidsanchez1]

@@bornfromthefires2515 claro que es posible.

[@bornfromthefires2515]

@@davidsanchez1 Jajaja gracias! Estoy a punto de comprarme la S5 con ese lente. Ya decía yo que no tenía sentido.

[@davidsanchez1]

@@bornfromthefires2515 para mi es el mejor objetivo calidad precio para las lumix s, yo lo uso en el 90% de mis trabajos y estoy muy contento. Ya me contarás...

[@Kgomez02_]

Should I get an ND filter to protect it from dust?

[@rajbrar9358]

Is it safe to use this lens on Sony A7iv having the camera on Tripod, isn't too heavy?

[@tt-ew7rx]

Leica certainly does not worry about this lens as it has made it its own ...

[@carlosbravofotografia]

Hi, Which is faster in autofocus speed Sigma 24 - 70mm vs Tamron 28 75 mm for video?

[@MikeLindup42]

Brrr! Nice review guys, given current limitations. Traded in my Sigma 24-105 EF mount (used with MC-11 on Sony E) for a Voigtländer 40mm manual prime last year, which I adore, but miss the practicality, versatility and image quality of that zoom (if not it's slow focussing), so this lens looks like a great replacement for the future.

[@ElBoyoElectronico]

Did you guys experience dust problems? A lot of people are having issues with it.

[@FitzMichael]

Did you guys reviewed the 14-24 for Sony FE?

[@quite1enough]

1:28 sensor dust.. are Sony really that bad in dust collecting?

[@Linealo]

Most mirror less cameras have a easier time dust collecting than DSLRs. This is mainly just because they miss the extra 'shield' Infront of the sensor. Some manufacturers like canon with te Eos R try to battle this by closing the shutter when detaching the lens, but this also makes the adaption of old glass more tricky since the software does not support to shut this feature off. The general body design at Sony, which is relatively blocky compared to other cameras, also allows for more nooks and crannies inside the body - but since it's stuffed with technology anyway the only place to let dust can even settle inside is directly on and around the sensor. This issue might be even bigger with f.e. Canon since the body is more round and square parts have to fit in there, but that's a stupid argument. Sonys biggest disadvantage is really just that the sensor lies relatively close to the outside, this not leaving a lot of room for isolation and they have, in contrast to Olympus f.e., no rubber ring at the bottom of the lens mount socket in the camera to stop dust and water. So in the end it boils all down how isolated your lenses are and what measurements the manufacturer took. Sony is in a good spot and we'll handled it's not a bigger problem than with other mirrorless cameras, but companies like Canon or especially Olympus went other ways to combat it better - with other consequences like weight or adaptability.

[@robertgrenader858]

Hey Guys, can we get a downloadable template for the Healthy Dinner 20 focus chart? And what happens if you get a 14?

[@Arnette110]

I have this for my S5, does anyone know what size focus ring I need for this so I can use my follow focus without a stupid clip on focus ring?

[@doderiolarkisso4038]

too bad the VR does NOT work on this lens..i've sold it and got the nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR

[@tonyzhu403]

It has snowed like crazy these days in Calgary…

[@dashw900i]

I'm using the previous DG version on the A7iii. Is this new version purely an E Mount update, or have the optics/motors been improved?

[@jonathanhnunez]

It has been improved all around.

[@coachsamlouie]

Thanks for this review and all the other ones you've done. I traded in my Sony 24-70mm f4 Zeiss for this Sigma. I thought about the Tamron 28-75 but the build quality on this lens is just solid. Yes, it's heavier than the Tamron but I love the feel and substantiveness of this lens.

[@pieromonteverde3169]

The question is whether it is sharper than the GM ... and it is at 24mm, specially stopped down. At 70mm they are comparable unless wide open where the GM is better. Stopped down, the Sigma is sharper but I would NOT say way sharper: in my chart testing, it is noticeable sharper but not by a lot.

[@philippepierrisnard4623]

try it on Lumix S1r. Amazing !

[@j.samaniego4135]

What bout DUST? And what bout the new 28-70?

[@sylvesternicholasofficial6273]

Will this go on Canon EOS 80D ?? . It's a crop sensor camera.

[@jonathanhnunez]

Yes. Sigma makes the 24-70mm f/2.8 for canon EF mount just make sure you select the EF version and not the E mount for sony.

[@sylvesternicholasofficial6273]

@@jonathanhnunez thank you

[@nikanj]

I wonder why Sigma didn't prioritise a Canon version of this lens. The Canon R platform is steadily gaining traction and certainly has much larger user base than Panasonic's L-mount. Plus it wouldn't have to go head-to-head with Tamron's excellent and more affordable 28-75mm.

[@HwL01]

Myrmidon they won’t until RF / Z have as much user as sony.. companies are all about ROI and supply demand.

[@nikanj]

@@HwL01 Of course. But both Canon and Nikon FF mirrorless have more users than Panasonic FF mirrorless. I looked it up and it's because Sigma have a partnership with Panasonic. That would make R&D much cheaper as they don't have to reverse engineer the AF.

[@HwL01]

@@nikanj that's the L mount alliance with Pana n Leica.

[@thebentzenable]

S1H ❤️ always interested in the image from that camera 🙏

[@normk58]

I have this lens for Nikon F mount. I use it with my D750, and it is fantastic. I also have the 18-35 f/1.8 for my D7200, another great lens.

[@kian8382]

Did you drop facebook or were there only instagram and twitter all along?

[@thatjordandrake]

We haven't used Facebook for the show since switching to DPR.

[@elmachomen]

I think that when compared to the tamron the question that might tip the scale is more about portability since they´re both in a similar enough price point. On the other hand when compared to the high end zooms that Sony, Leica and Panasonic offer it gets certainly more complicated to justify going for the native options. Anyway, great review as always guys. Stay safe!

[@d-hell]

Chris, your city drawings are really ok! Though a tad underdeveloped.

[@budthecyborg4575]

I feel like the Fuji 16-80mm is pretty comparable (one stop slower, but also half the weight).

[@budthecyborg4575]

And yes I know if you're comparing FF to APS-C that "one stop" aperture difference compounds with the sensor size to consume two stops of High ISO ability. Fuji's OIS would counteract some of that though, more or less depending on the IBIS capabilities of your individual camera. And don't count on using the 70mm-80mm range of the Fuji lens for anything critical. Still, saving half the weight (and a few hundred dollars) is nothing to scoff at. I guess the bottom line would be if you're really "pro" then Fuji needs to build an f2.0 16-55mm lens before they'll have a direct equal to this Sigma, but for the vast majority of people the existing Fuji 16-80mm might be worth a good hard look.

[@ju2705s]

Dust Problem (front glas) still today?

[@allenwu6047]

I think they fixed it early this year, just watch the PD on the box

[@JonInLondon]

BTW for Macro I'd be happier with quoting Working Distance than MFD...

[@michaelbruchas6663]

I bought one for my L mount Sigma fp!!!

[@bananasandbass]

Ok, so the focus breathing is minimal. Nice. How about par-focal like performance? Does it get anywhere close? @jordan

[@brettthemonster]

Wonderful intro shot. Made me laugh.

[@GrizDrummer25]

I dont know why Chris swearing really tickled such a funny-bone for me xD

[@andreyv1]

I was thinking of getting the Tamron 28-75, but thats made in China and this Sigma is made in Japan AND you get that sweet 24mm focal length. Think i'm gonna have to go with this.

[@zakiradi450]

Thanks for the content!! Was getting so bored without it. But I think I will stick with the Tamron.

[@FlexEthos]

Future Architect in your hands there!! Or a tallented urban planner hhhh

[@QUINPANO]

Do L mount

[@NafisAhmed73]

thanks for the video .

[@heritageimaging7768]

Hahahah that's me when I'm too lazy to put snowshoes on.

[@MrRaychard123]

6:01 it's pronounce as Toneh not Bokeh.

[@matthoffman6962]

Sigma 14-24, 24-70 and a Sony 85 1.8 is all you need for weddings/portraits and landscape 👍🏻

[@RS-xk1nj]

Can I have it? Thanks

[@blueckaym]

Wow I didn't know that Sigma make lens under a kilo! :O I'm joking of course :) this lens and the new 1.4/85 DG DN Art are probably the best (and also more compact than their competition except for the Tamron 28-75 which is after all slightly different focal range, just for this purpose - to keep it smaller & lighter) lens for e-mount in their focal range. I would love to see the 1.4/40mm take this redesign (and keep its quality), so far the only thing putting me off buying the 1.4/40 is its 1,270g

[@DJLazinator]

Why is it that Jordan's stills of Chris getting his shots, look better than any of Chris's stills...?

[@niccollsvideo]

Because I'm an amazing subject to take images of. Obviously.