Sigma 28-105 f2.8 - Great Lens, One Problem

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

The quick review - it's not 24mm, so it's not wide enough to replace my wide (usually a 20mm) lens on a wedding. And it's not long enough for my weddings to replace a 70-200. If I was a 24-70 2.8 photographer, I might consider this as a replacement for it. But the Tamron 35-150 fits better for me. Replaces long lens, while gives me something I can use most of the day. These are just my thoughts though, if the additional 7mm are really important to you, this Sigma might make sense.

[@vergesslich82]

I would sell a kidney for a SONY GM 24-150 2.0 - 2.8, no matter the weight.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

@littleidols depends what part of the day and how noticeable it is. Getting ready, you probably don’t want to be doing 10 frame bursts haha

[@PaulDavidPhotography]

A big part of the draw factor of 24-70s is how compact they are (at least how small the current generation of them are: the Sony GM ii, Sigma DG DN ii, Tamron 28-75 g2). It would be hard to justify a lens this size and weight as a replacement for an all-day lightweight zoom like the 24-70 f2.8

[@frankfeng2701]

When it comes to zoom, Tamron really knows their target audience.

[@random_dev]

And at 35mm you get that f2.0 on the Tamron !

[@sidvicious3129]

Great shots as usual Taylor, but I have to ask this question (without getting you in trouble of course) who is the better photographer, you or your wife and which one of you has been shooting longer. I think it’s outstanding that you get to do what you love with the one that you love. It seems like you dabble in video but she doesn’t or am I wrong?

[@mrmonday42]

Thanks for the deep dive, I see what you mean about it not being wide enough to replace 2 lenses.

[@timmuza]

18:41 beautiful photos Taylor. This is why you are the goat. 🐐

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

We forgot to eat cake

[@palryo]

You said you didnt see anything wrong with but when you were talking about the close focusing near the end, the flower on the bottom left has a weird fringe on the edge of it. It just stood out to me pretrt heavily

[@bbawalan]

I’m genuinely excited about the possibility of purchasing this lens, likely by next year, although my budget is a bit tight. I really appreciate how you articulate the details; your explanations resonate with what I'm eager to learn. The 28mm focal length seems well-suited for my needs, unless I find myself in need of a true wide-angle lens, like a 16-35mm. As for the 105mm portion, it could present some challenges, but I believe I can manage the gap that comes with not having the full 200mm range. I think it would be wise to test the lens in person before making any final decisions. Ultimately, your real-world experiences may differ from mine, which could lead to varied results in certain situations. Since I focus on street and portrait photography, with most of my work done outdoors, I have plenty of room to adapt my approach. Thank you for your insights and for sharing those beautiful wedding photos!

[@blackimp4987]

the thing I've appreciated the most of this video is the way you have post produced the pictures. That's something I've never really learnt

[@g_lantos]

The biggest issue with this lens that it doesn't solve most people's needs... (having 2 lens instead of 3 so you can run with 2 camera bodies without switching lenses), with this 28-105 you will still need a 16-35 and also a 70-200, meanwhile with the Tamron 35-150 you only need a 16-35 and you good to go with 2 camera bodies. And on the top of that, you get a 35 f2 prime-ish lens for low light scenarios. Tamron is just a way better option! (the reason I got it and paired it with a 16-35 GM). The only way people could go with one lens if any of the brands would make a 24-135 or 24-150 f2.8. 24mm is what I consider wide enough for most scenarios and 135mm is the "shortest" telephoto focal length you need to see that nice compression and bokeh, but I prefer 150-200-ish range.

[@TomNguyen]

Agreed. I also own the Tamron 35-150mm, and it's stuck on my camera 99% of the time. If I bring a 24mm/1.4 prime in my pocket, then I've got a range of 24-225mm (if I use crop on my 60MP sensor--more than enough) for most needs. The Sigma 24-105 is a "neither-here-nor-there"-lens to me.

[@JesusChristSaves.]

I personally use the Tamron 17-28mm if i know im gonna need to go wider, and than the Sigma 28-105mm - basically im getting 17-105mm f/2.8 between 2 lenses. I think thats pretty ideal

[@draeknox]

I have a he canon 15-35 and will be getting the canon 24-105 2.8- it makes sense

[@kalikonewton]

this is what I have right now

[@JesusChristSaves.]

@@kalikonewton nice!

[@BeardedScottishGuy]

Just got this lens for doing most of my stuff, i would still love a 70 - 200mm but trying to afford that right now is a struggle!

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Can always rent one when it’s needed

[@HappeningPhotos]

Crop Mode with a 35-150 gets you to 225mm.

[@JesusChristSaves.]

​@HappeningPhotos Not everyone has a 61 mp camera lol, especially for photography. For Video, sure. But I have a 33mp camera, which is great. But I personally wouldn't want to go under 24mp for photography

[@rlclark50]

Great review and really good topic to cover. I had been considering going over to the 28-105 f/2.8 even losing the f/2 at the wide end and the extra reach solely for the extra wideness. It’s not as compelling as I was considering but maybe if Sony releases a true 24-105 f/2.8, the 24 wideness will be enough to get me to switch.

[@MRG-Photos3]

Hi can u show us how to setup crop mode please and thank you 🙏

[@thephotosandvideos1773]

Hey dude, will u make conversation between tamron 35-150 2-2.8 and this sigma?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Yep. It’ll be out by next week

[@DashVisionLLC]

The Tamron 35-150 was too heavy for me 😅

[@OmarRamosPhotography]

I know I am late to the party, when did you switch to Sony?!

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I’ve been primarily Sony/canon since 2020 for any jobs I need to do video for since they record video to two card slots simultaneously. I still shoot with Nikon for photo only jobs when I can but it’s hard to keep a full kit now

[@vonjose888]

I received this lens and was excited. I still reach for my 24-105 F4 coz i need it the wider focal length. And still use the 70-200 2.8 GM. But if i was shooting an outdoor event, this is a good lens.

[@timgimbert3073]

I am a Nikon user and the Sigma zooms zoom in the wrong direction. Love their primes though.

[@LooseEnds]

I miss being able to go to Elora. Beautiful spot.

[@jjansendavid]

What focus mode do you use for your a9iii?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

All points usually

[@jjansendavid]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto that’s the same as Wide?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Yah. Sorry all points is Nikon or canon or Fuji

[@rgbdigitalphoto]

thank you 😘

[@MichaelSeneschal]

8:28 Literally made me LOL. LOL :)

[@microminstrel]

it makes ZERO sense to pay for "premium" flash units anymore. they don't perform any better and often deliver less light quality/output. I've had my ad200pro(s) (and other godox flash units/triggers) for years and they perform perfectly and have lasted for years now. The new units and triggers are exceptional. profoto and leica are only a name brand imo. (the ONE thing that I do like about the profoto units is that they are essentially the only ones that can be used with an iphone (which wouldn't be a professional choice, obv, but I just appreciate the gimmick:) anyway, great video. no hate. only love:) keep clickin

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I’ve had a fair number of issues with godox stuff, but it’s cheap enough to just replace which is nice. I’ve also seen a lot of issues with the profoto transmitter pins getting bent for Sony

[@microminstrel]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto def not worth 5x the price.

[@paulgero]

Tim!!

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I sent this to him as a screen shot and how he has to find this comment to reply. It's a timed challenge

[@timmuza]

Paul!

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

@@timmuza Wow that was like 9 seconds

[@paulgero]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto 😂😂😂

[@fincrattanaka4633]

i never think to buy any sigma lens

[@timmuza]

11:02 oh good. I can never tell what my hairline at the back looks like this far from a haircut.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I’ll print you some 4K stills so you can share them with Jose

[@MagicWeddingPhotographer]

Sigma?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Alpha

[@acscw8408]

a9.. shouldn't be gettin focusin issues lol

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

It does on 3rd party glass sometimes

[@joshcruzphotos]

Useful review. But oh boy can you talk a bit slower LOL?

[@heyimdevin]

way too heavy！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！