Sony 24mm f/1.4 G Master Lens - A Review For Video Creators

[@JavierMercedes]

Is this lens worth $1,400? It has a lot of competition from other companies at this focal length, what do you think? 0:00 Sony 24mm f/1.4 G Master Lens Review Intro 0:49 Aperture Ring and Focus Ring 1:47 Focus Hold Button 2:10 AF / MF Switch 2:35 Locking Lens Cap 2:57 F/1.4 is a pro and a con 4:08 F/1.4 is too much? 5:11 Perfect for getting your master shot 5:40 The KZbinr B-Roll Video Lens 7:21 How is the Auto Focus on the Sony 24mm f1.4? 9:16 How is 24mm f1.4 in low light? 10:38 Why 24mm Prime makes you get creative 11:14 Does the 24mm the Optical Steady Shot? 12:00 One benefit no one talks about with f1.4 13:04 Is the Sony 24mm f1.4 worth $1,400? 14:42 Conclusion

[@thedevhow]

Watched a bunch of reviews for this lens and this is by far the best, thanks for doing this.

[@andrewgdavies]

I’ve just ordered mine ☺️ really enjoy your videos and have recently subscribed keep up the great work.

[@TerryWarfield]

Working on my follow up video now! Dope video! You put a ton of effort into this one!

[@JavierMercedes]

Hey thanks Terry! can't wait to see more on it from your perspective.

[@Lockiel]

This is the only review that shows what it’s like to actually use the lense LOL

[@JavierMercedes]

Hey Lockiel! Appreciate the comment thanks for watching!

[@baravados]

I have some pretty good lenses but the 24mm G Master is the one I use most, especially on a gimbal or when shooting most video. It is well worth the money and the 1.4 is a very handy tool to have. Night shooting with it is incomparable with any other lense I have used.

[@Ajay-wg3kg]

How do you manage the focus breathing on this lens?

[@abelp40]

Thank you for the review! Very detailed.

[@stevenkralovec]

For video sometimes manual focus is preferred, I.e. if there is linear manual focusing. In your experience is the manual focus linear and easily repeatable, or focus by wire and not repeatable?

[@natepotter6911]

Excellent video, thanks for sharing your take!

[@JavierMercedes]

Thanks Nate!

[@prickly8397]

Hi I loved everything that I saw very clear and nice to the eyes What type of camera did you use for these videos? I want to buy this lens but I know the type of camera is important too. Thank you very much, I hope you can read my message.

[@orpaztron]

thumbs up for the time steps

[@hilldweller8605]

I am mainly a photographer but do use my A7II for video sometimes, is it really noticeable when you crank the shutter speed up when recording?

[@kingsmustrise]

what the, seeing noah kagan was super random haha

[@JavierMercedes]

He’s great! We did a collab on his channel some time ago.

[@razbiton173]

Whats the t stop of this lens?

[@FatBellyFilmz]

Focus breathing anybody got tips to stop it ?

[@brianmercedes160]

Dang man, labeling the sections within the video for scrolling directly to what people need is next-level tutorial goodness! Why doesn't everyone do that!?

[@JavierMercedes]

Just trying to make it as efficient and enjoyable for the viewer as possible, Thanks Bro!

[@DamienTalksMoney]

this is an exceptional overview of this lens. Thank you.

[@violetezedimora]

Best video for this lens hands down, so clear and straight to the point! I would totally watch if you have Sony camera setups for video and photos. Thank you! Instant subscriber!

[@tonyamartin1425]

the 24 70 gm ii has no equal for video i wish it wasn't but it is better.

[@detailsmove]

phenomenal review

[@awonglk]

Noticed you used the lens on A6400. Would you recommend using it on A6400 (or APS-C camera), given that the equivalent focal length is actually 34mm? Do you notice any quality differences when used with A6400?

[@edwnsoto18]

This review help me to choose between 20mm 1.8 and 24mm 1.4, thank you

[@DamesMay]

Awesome video man! - new subscriber here 👍. I just brought this lens super excited to use it. You mentioned the possible need to have another len like the 50mm for different visual compression. How does this lens work with the aps-c mode that the A7iii offers? Could that be a quick fix if you didn’t want to swap out lenses and wanted a slightly different look? Hope that makes sense hah

[@Fechu]

Really good content Javier, congrats from Argentina

[@Andreas_Reuter]

Great review - I enjoyed it a ton 👍💯 From my perspective, the Zeiss Batis 25 mm 2.0 could be an interesting alternative. I own both and their characteristics are very different.

[@JavierMercedes]

Ah yes for sure, I think of the Batis lens line more for photographers, those lenses look SO cool.

[@turgutunal3663]

Trying to get habit of using it nowdays, but it is really coool. Thx God.

[@jackryder6732]

I do toy reviews. Can this work for video

[@JavierMercedes]

You would have to get the camera pretty close to fill the frame with small toys. It would be great for if you are on camera interacting with toy during a talking head though.

[@metagiduo2729]

This guys sounds effects make the whole video😂😂😂 I’m renting this next week and I hope i don’t fall in love and buy it 😅😅😅

[@JavierMercedes]

Haha thanks Meta, it’s probably one of the best experiences I have had with a lens. Hope you like it too.

[@Drewlululu]

Is this entire review is entirely shot with a a6500? So everything you're referring and as seen in the footage to as a "24mm" is actually a 36mm equivalent? Correct me if I'm wrong.

[@JavierMercedes]

Nope all the footage is my a7iii + the 24mm , full frame. You just see in the talking head me holding my a6400 because I wanted to put it on a camera while I showcase some of the physical features.

[@Drewlululu]

@@JavierMercedes now this clears everything out. Now i'm curious to see how would the 24mm performs on a a6000 series body as a "35mm f1.4 G master" equivalent. 😂

[@philippblank]

I own the 16-35mm 4.0 and I don't reaaally like the look anymore. I ordered the 24mm a few days ago, excited to see the difference

[@JavierMercedes]

you won't be disappointed, this is still my favorite lens I have ever used on a Sony camera.

[@ArifKhan.]

This or the 20mm F1.8?

[@Ph.Tran88]

Liked and subscribed just bc you had time stamps!

[@JoePelusoMedia]

Just purchased it and waiting til end of september to shoot with it on the a7s iii and i'm soooo freaking excited! ty for the great content!

[@JavierMercedes]

Wow, trust me you’ll love it.

[@TechSantos]

Man I need this lens, great video!

[@JavierMercedes]

haha, I think every Sony shooter needs this lens, it's so good! Thanks for stopping by Santos!

[@chrisstein6234]

This explains why some of your latest videos look the way they do. Your stuff always looks great but this year it's been next level

[@JavierMercedes]

Thanks a lot Chris, always trying to up the production quality.

[@ThomFoolery1]

My dude! Kudos for this review. Hearing both the technical aspects and your subjective experiences was really interesting and the labelled parts of the video is super helpful. Well done. I subbed.

[@cyrilimportante]

Hello Brother, thanks for this awesome review! I would like to ask if it’s okay to have 24mm as only lens for starter? I’m planning to buy a7iv and still undecided weather to get 24mm or tamron 28-70.

[@HalfFastReviews]

Strongly considering this lens with the FX3. Just found your channel, subbed 😎

[@ryanphan]

Looking to pick one of these up, looking forward to the idea of not working as hard setting up my production space with a f/1.4 lens 😂

[@amirsalehkhah]

im iranian and i have that.its amazing

[@philstrugglefilms]

for video do you prefer this lens 24mm gm prime or the 24-70gm?

[@JavierMercedes]

24mm prime for video

[@mish19811]

Hi 👋🏼 javier, do you recommend this lens or maybe the 35 1.8 , mi and my wife want to film videos for our office and we’ll be filming in our living room.

[@3ddesign216]

Hi Javier! Which lens can you recommend for video filming (b-roll, commercial) Sony 24mm f/1.4 G Master or Tamron 17-28mm f2.8? I'm really worried about GM auto focus (it seems to be slow to adjust / react on focus) and missing optical zoom to, but GM seems to be better at blury background and colors.

[@spratlingfamilyministries5599]

So I have a Sony A6000 and a Sony A6400. Love the lens on the A6000. Just got it today. Haven’t tried it on the A6400. Though am I missing out not having a full frame Sony Camera in conjunction with this awesome lens?

[@gatlinproduction]

Would you recommend using this lens for a music video on a gimbal or Jibone using the new Sony a7S111?

[@chrisvisuals09]

should i buy also the 56mm sigma 1.4 if i have already this lens?

[@JC-sm7so]

The best review I've watched so far regarding my dream lens Sony 24mm f1.4 GM. 👍👍👍 Made me decide to get this lens first. More power to you bro 👊

[@proteus1]

All apertures and what was in focus and out of focus used to be on lens barrels in the past. Now all is backwards.

[@Quantum_TV]

The autofocus is really bad for the price. I see alot of focus breathing. That's not high end at all.

[@JavierMercedes]

I think it has more to do with the camera than the lens. I point this out in the section at 7:21 . The lens won’t breath if you know how to setup the autofocus. Setting up a zone or using the eye tracking on the new a7siii will give you great focus all the time.

[@bigrabbit5617]

How about compare with the new FE 35mm F1.4 GM? Which lens is better for video ?

[@LincolnintheAdirondacks]

I really wanna switch to Sony lol

[@JavierMercedes]

It would be a hefty investment going with glass like this and a body at the same time. But all for Sony :)

[@cris_stn]

It's so not worth putting this GM lens on a crop sensor dude ! Save some money and get the sigma 16mm f1.4 that lens is made for a crop sensor !

[@JavierMercedes]

I just have it on the crop for holding during a roll, all the examples are being shot on the full frame.

[@cris_stn]

@@JavierMercedes ah ok that explains everything, thanks !

[@mipstudios6011]

I recently purchased this lense, and to date, it's one of the most advantageous primes I've ever uses. Also, this is the best video on this lense that I have seen. Thank you!

[@MODESTYXO205]

What would be your first prime lens for video?

[@JavierMercedes]

50mm, best budget for what you get. Then I’d look at the 24mm depends on what you shoot though, think if you need tight shots or wider ones more and go from there

[@MODESTYXO205]

@@JavierMercedes for documentary work short films and vlogs

[@collinstam1532]

This is such a great video, thanks very much for the reviews!!! I have been struggling due to the price but I think im really gonna get this lens now after watching your video!

[@djfx2008]

I am buying this lens next week! So excited! Great video🎯👍🏽

[@hellolau]

Wrong reasons…

[@robo3526]

Thank you so much for the review. Ive been eyeing on this one and couldnt decide with 20 or the 24mm. I’m defo getting this one! Also what ND filter is best shooting day time?

[@qorbani-tech]

Thank you for an amazing review. It truly helps me decide :-)

[@highlanderwins3328]

Amazon is letting me make monthly payments for this lens. I'm sold.

[@mohammedbakry_]

Can i use for sony 6600? 24mm after crop sensor gonna be ?

[@juicearmin4694]

wow what a great video, thank you so much for giving a really in depth review, thumbs up

[@joaomestre2584]

13:30 - You ALWAYS NEED lights!

[@JavierMercedes]

While I agree, for people who are in situations where they are shooting Doc style this just isn't possible.

[@OGtalks]

dude , thank you for this post .. subbed in too..

[@FerrariRari]

Just Got Into Videography & A Couple Of Friends Of Mine Suggested This To Me. Would It Be Pointless To Get This & The 16-35mm For Vlogging ?

[@JavierMercedes]

Depends on budget, if I we’re vlogging I would go with the 16-35 first because it gives you more flexibility. But definitely not pointless at all, you will use them both for certain situations

[@Combonym]

Great Video, i just bought it :)

[@ArielForum]

Really good content Javier! thank you

[@jserenity]

Does it breath so bad?

[@YouTechnoTube]

дыхание объектива за 100к это норма разве, или я что-то не знаю

[@QDSHOTIT2]

so good I have 2 of em!

[@AndrewAvilesJPG]

Awesome breakdown!

[@pizzomedia7261]

Great video! I’m seriously considering getting the 35mm gm 1.4 for video, but I’m concerned with the focus breathing that you and many others have pointed out. How difficult has that been long term? I’ve read sony released a focus compensation update with the a4, but not sure if the a7s3/fx3 will get that update.

[@JavierMercedes]

I haven’t had too much of an issue, all of the talking head shots in my recent video are from this lens and didn’t seem to be a problem. Especially with eye focus.

[@pizzomedia7261]

@@JavierMercedes thanks!

[@andrewfreeman88]

So you were shooting on an A6400 crop sensor? That's 36mm Full frame

[@JavierMercedes]

Just on the a6400 while I’m holding it during my talking head because I couldn’t use my a7iii to hold while demonstrating. What you see in the examples was shot on my full frame

[@andrewfreeman88]

@@JavierMercedes Ah okay gotcha 👍

[@cbensonphotography]

one of the best videos on this 24mm by Sony thank u❤

[@JavierMercedes]

Thank you!

[@karadytube]

Can you please tell me, how can I zoom in and out with this lens ??? many thanks.

[@JavierMercedes]

It’s a prime lens so it does not zoom in and out. The only way you could kind of achieve this is switching a camera from full frame to aps-c , but if that we’re the case then I would just zoom in post

[@karadytube]

@@JavierMercedes many many thanks for your fast response 💐💐💐

[@illdaddyrod]

Great review for video. I was looking for a review for video use of this lenses. Just ordered it yesterday for use with my A7S3.

[@dariushollinshed4749]

I have to first say how awesome you did in this video! Big ups for sure 🙏 Quick question. I like to film my fitness videos and am wondering if I use my stand and start recording before I’m in front of the camera, will it auto focus to me once I get in front? Is there a way I can make that happen? Thanks Instagram @dariushollinshed for health and fitness content!