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@flol32665 ай бұрын
I own the Tamron and I am totally satisfied. Only thing I ever wished was more zoom range. Then I got the Sony 16-35 gm, but it was too heavy and clunky. So I sold it and kept the Tamron which I am very happy with.
@TheADHDM5 ай бұрын
once again you are 1 step ahead of even my amazon search recommendations
@raahensalophotography5 ай бұрын
Still happy with my Tamron 17-28 and considering it's 5 years old, it performs well compared to its new contenders. Today I would probably go with the Sigma as it's little bit better for the same money.
@donatas853 ай бұрын
I bought this Tamron 5 years ago, and the first impression was that it's a Sony lens, but without aluminum outer casing :)
@HelloDarkness-ox5km5 ай бұрын
I can't even afford any lenses but been watching your videos ever since you started making videos on sony zve10. I have different youtube accounts for category of content but I'm your subscriber in all of the a/c's. Love your presence!
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
thanks!!
@Jason_Hermann5 ай бұрын
Really impressive comparison Mark! I agree the Sony 16-25mm would be my preferred lens out of these 3 options.
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
thanks, Jason!!
@bondgabebond49075 ай бұрын
Great review. I got the Tamron when it was $100 off here in the U.S. I have found it to be a very sharp lens. I wish it had an AF/MF switch, the one switch that should be mandatory on all lenses. I also think the build quality of the Tamron is very good. BTW, when looking at the backend of the Tamron, you will see that the rear elements also move when zooming. One thing in common with the Sony is the 67mm filter. Also, the zooming ring is same as Sony, the Sigma goes in reverse direction. Not a biggie.
@stevenwaldstein22495 ай бұрын
Thank you. Just the video I wanted to see. I bought the Sony 24-50/2.8 G and planned to pair it with the Sony 16-25/2.8 G you reviewed here but hadn’t pulled the trigger yet since I did own several other wide angle zooms. This was for my travel kit with the A7CR and A7CII. Previously when I had an A7C version one I bought the Sigma 16-28/2.8 DG DN and 28-70/2.8 DG DN used but in mint condition. Fast forward to now and I see your comparison and it gave me pause with how much you seem to like the Sigma. I don’t do video right now so things like focus breathing don’t impact me. So for now I’m holding off on the Sony and will continue with the Sigma at the wide end and the Sony G in the midrange. Would really like to see you do a comparison of the Sony 24-50/2.8 G and the Sigma 28-70/2.8 DG DN. That would be great. Appreciate all your hard work you have done. Do also own the Sony 16-35/2.8 GM II and 545 grams I think it’s really not that heavy which is why didn’t jump at the Sony 16-25/2.8 G. Thank you again and take care.
@ReneMachtFotos3 ай бұрын
I also bought the Sony 24-50 and the Viltrox 16mm 1.8
@vladimirkarphotography5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review. Bought the Tamron for the 67mm and 600 euros brand new with the 5 years warranty !
@essah87633 ай бұрын
Which one would you prefer for architectural shots, and if they are going to be printed?Sony 16 35 zeiss sigma 16 28 2.8 tamron 17 28
@CarlosMartinez-mj6cu2 ай бұрын
Always great to see your videos. Thank you very much
@bhaskarbhattacharyya935716 күн бұрын
Tamron or sigma ?? Which one is for real estate video? Please suggest me ! Thanks
@theIronmerchant5 ай бұрын
Big fan of that tamron 17-28 first full frame lens I purchased. Also new zv-e10 July 10th?!? Are you excited goodness knows I am.
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
the Tamron is great. Fingers crossed!!
@nightdonutstudio3 ай бұрын
Always some compromise. Like 24 vs 28. 24mm to some people is essential. To me ultrawide end at 28mm vs 35mm is also quite big difference. With 35mm I can literally use 35mm to get some portrait shot without switch lens. But with 28mm I have to switch lens. I do not know. If max budget is $1000. I would probabaly go with sony 16-35 f4 pz over these choices.
@siddharajk5 ай бұрын
Hey Mark, I just wanted to share that after months of aiming to get zve10, I finally got purchased a used a6400 with kit lens and the nifty fifty😄
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Nice!! Enjoy - an amazing camera
@FightingMSA5 ай бұрын
congrats
@madmax14125 ай бұрын
At 7:03, the Tamron looks soft compared to the sharpness of the Sigma, especially when looking at the hairs of your beard.
@sumangoswami26205 ай бұрын
Hi mark, nice review. I have a few questions: is there any superzooms for APSC except the tamron 18-300? what do you thik about the tamron 18-300? is it worth or shall we wait for a year or two? if possible can you please make a review on the tamron 18-300? :)
@sneakergearz5 ай бұрын
Just got the 18-300 myself and it’s impressive for what it offers. Actually able to shoot in full frame with only a 20% crop so I’ve used it on my A7Rv in 4k60 in full frame mode essentially. The stabilization and range are what’s impressive. I have used mostly for video so can’t speak direct to sharpness per se. But in 4k, I’m loving the image. Other testers have compared it very favorably to the Sony 70-350 APSC lens. Tamron now has their 50-300 full frame which is just as small but I would say might be better optically. But for the overall range, it has been fun to use and just never worry about if I can get the shot.
@frankfeng27015 ай бұрын
I'd picked Tamron 20-40 f/2.8 or 17-50 f/4 instead. 16-25 is a bit overpriced, costing more than 16-35 GM used.
@adrianwong46555 ай бұрын
Pick the og 16-35mm 2.8. 35 is clutch. It is for shooting people for video.
@epicnova20105 ай бұрын
me too, the longer you use it, the more you will find out it's a hidden gem
@abhinavashishaind3 ай бұрын
20 is not that wide if you shoot real estate or shoot indoors
@amitkrupal12342 ай бұрын
17-50 & 50-300 combo good for travel
@shang-hsienyang12842 ай бұрын
Tamron 17-50 is pretty soft at 17mm f/4 and at 50mm f/4. Which is too bad. It's okay from 20-40mm, but what's the point when there's a 20-40mm f/2.8 already?
@adamadamis5 ай бұрын
Fitting a filter to the Tamron makes it 'internal zoom', weather sealing it properly that way 😊
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
good point!!
@berad11395 ай бұрын
I just bought the Sigma 16-28 a couple of weeks ago and love it for photography, especially at the wide end. The shallow depth of field and and great looking bokeh when shooting wide open really make this lens a great purchase for me.
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
it’s amazing
@marknathan77444 ай бұрын
I would do the same i no longer own the tammy great lens but slightly lacking in punch and shrpness dept. I also own still the Sig 14-24 f2.8 which is superb lens but is big and heavy so am thinking of Sig 16-28 as a walk around and keep the 14-24 for planned architecture shots etc.
@CarWahe2 ай бұрын
for several months, I've been watching and hoping for a miracle that I can purchase one of those lenses with my Sony S7CII which I am also wishing to have.😊🤞❤🙏
@josh_around5 ай бұрын
Thanks for always being so thorough with these reviews 🙏🏻 I learned something new here about dynamic active stabilization and third party lenses that I'd never heard before. That totally makes sense if some of the additional stabilization is coming from cropping in on the sensor 💡
@imboredDB5 ай бұрын
Hi Mark, isn't it true external zooms aren't as convenient to use on a gimbal? Thx😮
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Usually, yes, but this one zooms so little, I don't think it will much of a problem
@randallbrander81575 ай бұрын
I would rather have the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E. Wide enough and longer reach plus cheaper. I would go with the Sony too but then I start thinking the 16-35mm then it never stops. Cheers!
@landonbailey5 ай бұрын
Happy Camera Canada Day! Go eat a juicy beaver burger today to celebrate!
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
beaver burgers are in season, finally!!
@stephenjenkins39955 ай бұрын
Am i crazy for thinking the Sigma looks slightly sharper than the Tamron?
@kunjiklub5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the wonderful and thorough comparison. I was contemplating which of these 3 to pair with my Sony A7C2. Since I'm an amateur photographer, I settled for the Tamron due to the combination of size/weight, and price since I found a used one for half of the retail cost.
@guitarwalljamsАй бұрын
Great video Mark. I just picked up the Tamron 17-28 and love it. I had the Zeiss 16-35 F4 previously and I think the Tamron is better in terms of having a lower aperture and lighter body.
@michaelgondokusumo53362 ай бұрын
I own 1635GM1 and 2470GM2 , plan to replace 1635GM1 with 1625G because of weight and size .... do you think worth it ?
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis2 ай бұрын
I love the size and weight of the 16-25. I would do that yes
@MasonRippelАй бұрын
Great breakdown! Thank you
@PaulFeinberg5 ай бұрын
I have heard great things about that Sony lens as well. Great video!
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
thanks, Paul. yes, it’s my most used lens at the moment
@lakpatshering21425 ай бұрын
hey mark suggest me a lens for video i have 56 mm sigma i am confused with 30 and 16 which should i get next ?
@nickwilliams78672 ай бұрын
I am about to get the 16-25 Sony to replace my 16-35 gm MKI. As I also own the 35GM and the 24-70GM MKII so my 16-35 is only ever used at 16-22mm so the size and weight saving is what I am looking for.
@evanlanier5 ай бұрын
Got the Sony 16-25 to replace my 16-35gm vI. Love its compact size and image is great!
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Yes - I held back on buying the 16-35 GM because it was too big for me - so thus is perfect.
@frankfeng27015 ай бұрын
16-35 GM used is actually cheaper than 16-25 though. I'd buy a pz 16-35 or Tamron 17-50 to complement the 16-35 GM.
@GeekyNerdyTechy5 ай бұрын
Nice stuff man!
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Shane!!
@swansproduction5 ай бұрын
As great as usual. Did you work with Tamron or Sigma 17/70 f2. 8? Btw any discount codes for canada camera ?
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
I’ve been sent loaners from tamron and sigma for other kens reviews. Tamron loaned me the 17-70 and sigma loaned me the 18-50 for review. No paid sponsorships, no free products. But both excellent companies to deal with for the loans. I wish I had a discount code for Camera Canada!! I’ll see if I can work something out with them - currently I pay full prices as well 🤣
@swansproduction5 ай бұрын
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis how dare they?
@orinorio15 ай бұрын
Hi What one do you use for clinet work or wedding's if you do paid jobs.
@RiccardoGabarriniKazeatari5 ай бұрын
I think the absolute best would be the sigma 10-18 on, let's say, an a7Rv. Way less weight. It doesn't cover the whole ff sensor, bit it's close enough (I think Mark said 12mm field of view?) so you could have a 12-28 in a very compact format
@RohannvanRensburg4 ай бұрын
It's interesting to see the variance in Tamron and Sigma copies, the Tamron was oddly bad here sharpness wise compared to other tests I've seen, which usually pull ahead of the Sigma.
@AlexKC2 ай бұрын
Wow, that's a very, very good comparison. I was starting to think about buying the Sony, but the Sigma looks really impressive (even if all 3 lenses are very good). What I don't like of the Sony is the external zoom, but everything else is really great. What I would be curious to discover is the difference in the night shots, stars, Milky Way etc. I'm quite often in northern Europe and shoot northern lights and night shots in general. If Sigma is comparable with the Sony I could go with it
@epicnova20105 ай бұрын
After using all three you mentioned, I finally settled on the Tamron 20-40f2.8
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
an excellent lens!!
@boristahmasian96045 ай бұрын
I have the Tamron 17-28 and have been thinking of switching to the 20-40.
@marknathan77444 ай бұрын
It aint 16 or 17mm though and that makes a huge difference.
@boristahmasian96044 ай бұрын
@@marknathan7744 That is true. For my super wide shots, I was thinking of a Viltrox 16mm f1.8.
@epicnova20104 ай бұрын
@@marknathan7744 Yes, the difference that I don't use. And giving up on a more commonly used length 35
@jeremyhubbell5 ай бұрын
Mark, what's interesting is that the Sigma 30mm f1.4 prime shows very little focus breathing. I wonder if this is a component of the variable focal lengths or is Sigma focus breathing just not as apparent as you trend towards the tele focal lengths?
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
it really just depends on the lens. Lots of 50’s have bad focus breathing, the Sony 35 GM has a lot of breathing. There’s no rhyme or reason
@vietfoto2 ай бұрын
Totally support your choice!
@jessehavok41815 ай бұрын
How does the lens you use affect the burst rate of the camera?
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Only newer Sony lenses will be able to shoot more than 15 frames per second. All other lenses are limited to 15 or less. So if you have an a9 or a1 series that shoots more than 15 - you will be capped at 15 with the 3rd party lenses and won’t get the full burst mode
@jessehavok41815 ай бұрын
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis I just don't understand what the optics of a lens has to do with shutter ability of a camera body. That makes no sense to me. Did Sony just nerf the abilities when using third party lenses?
@ghilesbardi5 ай бұрын
The best ibis and handheld work is the Lumix S5 ii ?
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Yes, that would be my vote for full frame
@anthonymoldezfitness30482 ай бұрын
just the video I'm looking for. But what do you think is wider at 16mm? Some people say Sony is a bit wider but i can see on your video that Sigma is wider than Sony. This can help me decide coz i work in Real estate a small difference in focal range is important. I have the Laowa 12mm but i need a wide zoom lens for secondary cam. Thanks so much
@FightingMSA5 ай бұрын
I still like my Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 Art. It's an oldie but I like the range more on the Sony ZV E10.
@mundermine61733 ай бұрын
What about Sigma 14-24 2.8
@albertzhager78525 ай бұрын
My choice is Sony16-35 f4 PZ. Excellent sharpness, internal zoom, 35mm on the narrow end, the ability to zoom from a lever on the lens or on the camera lever on some new models, low focus breathing.
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
an excellent lens - if you don't need the 2.8 - I think that lens is the way to go!!
@ginoraas3 ай бұрын
The real winner.
@ClaudioDesideriFilms5 ай бұрын
Fantastic review! My purchase choice is a lot easier to make thanks to you. Amongst the 3 I'd go with the Sigma 16-28 f2.8 BUT I'm really tempted by another lens...the Sony 16-35 PZ f4, which would nicely cover the whole focal range along with my Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8. Have you ever used the Sony 16-35mm and what are your thoughts on it? Thanks again!
@NelsonGomes1Ай бұрын
DId you buy the Sigma, I have the 35-150 too, and I'm thinking getting the 16-28
@ClaudioDesideriFilmsАй бұрын
@NelsonGomes1 After that message, I researched a little more and my choice has eventually fallen upon the Sony 16-25 f2.8, which I'm very happy with as it's a fantastic lens :)
@NaveedBasapur5 ай бұрын
Which one to buy for sony zvE1
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
any will work, but if you have the budget, the Sony 16-25 will be great
@Mr_Ebuh5 ай бұрын
My Lord I ordered a zv-e10 yesterday and now I get a email from Sony that there's a new ZV-series camera coming July 10th...
@lamiafarjana19905 ай бұрын
Mark, with A7C (gen 1), do you have a video for quick video settings? I'm ashamed to ask this but i am looking for a auto set for quick video shoot that requires no edit... i prefer to edit my pics but video, i won't have time for that always :(
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Just do iA (intellegent auto) at first. If you want more consistency, then eventually, you can set the white balance yourself, PPOFF. Shutterspeed 1/50 if shooting at 25fps. Set the ISO to 100 and set your aperture the way you want. You'll need an ND filter in bright sunshine.
@Moonrakerd5 ай бұрын
one thing unites these 3 lenses, they all have castrated far end, making them all a lot less useful then a real 16-35
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
all the way to 35 can really be fantastic at times. But I need a small 2.8 wide zoom - so one of these three is for me.
@duvalpenny1005 ай бұрын
Quite a big size difference between these lenses and a 16-35.
@KEVINSAYIT5 ай бұрын
I still believe that viltrox 13mm f1.4 lens is much better than those three 🤞🏽🤞🏽
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
The Viltrox is an APSC lens and a prime. These are full frame zoom lenses. But I do love that Viltrox very much
@noisackda25645 ай бұрын
Those eyebrows are out of control Mark! You have my address. Please pack the Sigma and Tamron in bubble wrap this time. THANK YOU 💛
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
On the way
@noisackda25645 ай бұрын
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Haha! Hope you are well Mark :)
@boristahmasian96045 ай бұрын
Mark, to my eye, the image quality between the three is a wash. In your still samples, I noticed a creamier bokeh on the Tamron. I have the Tamron 17-28 and it has performed well for me. One major advantage of the Tamron is that its filter size matches three other Tamrons I have. This saves me lot of money when I am buying filters. I only carry one set of filters and use it on four different lenses. I wish the Tamron was wider but for a true wider coverage, I may need to go to a Sony 12-24 or a Sigma 14-24.
@hellounclesim5 ай бұрын
Sony for compatibility and performance. Sigma for value. Tamron is for when someone gives you one for free.
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
🤣
@TechWandererYT2 ай бұрын
Here's a question Mark. You always say you're out and about vlogging. Where? Is there a secret channel I don't know about? 😂
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis2 ай бұрын
haha - no - but some many tests I I run for the cameras, lenses and equipment are out filming myself - so that's my version of vlogging. I have no stories to tell🤣
@NickErickson5 ай бұрын
I'd spend my money on the Sony 16-35 f4 PZ
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
If you don't need 2.8, that is probably your best option, yes.
@Hassanakora5 ай бұрын
What do you think about Nikon z6 iii
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
looks amazing. haven’t been able to test one yet.
@VishwasRavindran925 ай бұрын
Avoid.
@tralfmusic5 ай бұрын
It's not just you - I find the reverse zoom on the Sony lens extremely annoying
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
right??
@Fxshiner-zq4ut5 ай бұрын
Hey can you show us your neighbour who always mess with you 😅
@cloudyrain00645 ай бұрын
Yippee 🎉🎉🎉
@ibra.production5 ай бұрын
focus breathing and stabilizations kills the Tamron and sigma for me
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
yeah - it’s a disadvantage for sure
@Whoistheboss5465 ай бұрын
None of them have image stabilization No good for video
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Most lenes these days don't have image stabilization. The stabilization in the camera is much better than lens stabilization, especially e-stabilization. In fact, some lenses with stabilization actually fight the camera's IBIS giving poor results. The only time lens stabilization will be a benefit is if the camera body doesn't have stabilization.
@rleeshutter5 ай бұрын
I didn't realize the A7cII doesn't have active dynamic stabilization!?
@MarkBennettCameraCrisis5 ай бұрын
Just active stab. It’s good, but not as good as dynamic