This is the only video on entire RUclips about 35mm F1.4 which has cleared my mind about which one to get. Such a nice and clean review video. Thanks Mate
I purchased and returned the Sigma 35mm 1.4 DG DN. Wide open it was not good. I saved up and purchased the Sony 35 1.4 GM, my very first GM lens and I’m blown away with what a first party lens can do. I can now confidently shoot wide open and it looks amazing with my Sony A7IV! Saving up to buy the A7RV in the near future and can’t wait to use the GM glass on it!
Hello, I also have an A7 iv and I can't decide between the Sigma 35mm 1.4 or the Sony GM 35mm 1.4. Is there really a big difference? I have a Sigma 85mm and I love it 😅
I bet that RUclips algorithm has some biases towards this channel (as it does not appear in searches) because as a human I can confirm that this channel has top content. Keep it up Tom.
RUclips is a complex beast! Hopefully one day we'll tame it 😂 Thanks for the kindness though - commenting, liking and sharing this video all helps us grow the channel 🤜🤛
Having the old Sigma since it was released I was wondering if I should upgrade for something lighter. Especially the comment at 10:21 made me realise I am perfectly happy with it and that the shallow dof + bokeh is the main reason for loving this lens vs a lighter 1.8 or a big $$ change with very steep diminishing returns (vs not having a 1.4) to the GM...
I recently bought the 35 1.2 and for me the weight isn't a problem since I shoot with 70-200 2.8 & Sigma 135 1.8 at events and weddings so it's just another lens in the kit for me. It's a beautiful lens and produces sharp quality images, plus, 35 1.2 is a rare focal length, so I will keep it. I agree the aperture ring is a problem. I don't use the aperture ring at all, I prefer changing my aperture in camera. When I do events and weddings it definitely gets annoying when you are moving around working to get shots composed, and you notice you are at F10. So I tape the ring in place now, thanks! It's not pretty, but now my aperture stays where I want it to be
@@TomCalton thanks, maybe comparision of old a mount lenses with the e mount? I have a9 and old Sony zeiss vario sonar 24-70 2.8 ssm II with laea5 and it's great. Wondering about the differences. A mount is dead but there are still great options that everybody forgot about.
ive updated the firmware on the samyang 35mm 1.4 and its very snappy for stills dont think theres any difference between it and the new version other than the coating. After seeing your test i was surprised to see that its very comparable to the sigma 35mm dg dn. considering how much cheaper it is than the sigma i feel like its the best bang for the buck disregarding the build quality. the only option i would consider in its place is the GM or even the sony 35mm 1.8 since its really sharp and a fair bit lighter
i paid around $350 for mine and im comparing it to the GM at $1,399 seems like a win. however i would definitely upgrade in the future but hard to ignore the value
Would love to see a similar comparison with all the 35’s like you did with the 85mm focal length.I’ve got the Sony 35 1.8 and would love to see how it compares to the old and new sigma as I’m tempted to upgrade to the new sigma 1.4 . Any thoughts? Thanks 😊
Same thoughts Here. Obivously the Sony GM is the best but its by far the priciest. The few weak Points of the Sigma 1.4 make me really hesitant to buy. Maybe thats all the image quality i can afford
Great video .. I got the sigma 1.2 for a bargain price. It is bloody heavy though but a stunning lens. Btw congratulations on nearly 5k subs. Doubled Again in a few months.
Dolla Dolla Rich to Broke Ass Bitch, goddamn BARS🔥. Have had the 1.2 since release and she’s amazing. The GM lures me every time but I’ve gotten so much stronger with the Sigma, so she’s my forever 35 ❤️
One question that keeps me awake at night after watching this and the 85mm battle is - what if you step down the "odd" lenses with wider maximum aperture to match the rest? :D
I absolutely love your reviews, you are so detailed, entertaining and your models are always beautiful. Keep them coming from your friend in America! Cheers!
I pre-ordered the GM and finally got it a few weeks ago. I just returned it solely based on the value & performance of the new Sigma 35 - saving me $700! I have the Sigma 85 DG DN and very happy with the performance. I'd rather take the savings and use it to upgrade my 2 1/2 year old a7iii.
I think for most people, the new Sigma f/1.4 is plenty good enough in terms of image quality. Unless you're a pro that demands ultimate image quality and performance, then no sense in shelling out for the GM. Sounds like you made the smart choice.
I don't believe so unfortunately. The breathing effect is created by the internal elements moving back and forth to adjust the focus plane, so I think it is what it is. If you want a 35mm that doesn't have any breathing then I'd recommend checking out the Sony 35mm f/1.8. Here's how it compares to the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 - ruclips.net/video/pmdSO_8Hc10/видео.html
You're right - probably the best performer for focus breathing, with the Sigma f/1.2 in a close 2nd place. Though, the Samyang's AF for video is less than perfect unfortunately.
@@TomCalton yeah! bought it used for extra cheap, using for photo only, great performer for the price! Great videos as always! greetings from Argentina!
@@TomCalton hmmm. It only does it when at higher apertures because of the aperture blades opening and closing when focusing. This happened with a 24mm GM I tried out in the past as well. Just trying to figure out if it’s normal!
Sorry, I haven't tested either of these before so I couldn't say which is best. Though, from experience, I would guess the Sony GM would be the sharpest as Sony glass is generally pretty high quality, and primes are almost always sharper than zooms. But obviously the zoom will give you more flexibility when it comes to composition, so ultimately it depends on what you favour more...
Could you do a 50mm one? Because for cropped sensors it is a 75mm and close enough to 85mm. Ik making these videos are a pain but I am down to wait a while 😂
@@TomCalton Yeah! I would love to buy the old one though. I'm a low budget 'broke' type of person 😂 and I actually have the samyang 35 1.4 and I got it new for £400. I found the old sigma 50mm 1.4 for 510 on the same place I got the samyang from but it's out of stock and second hand versions are somehow more expensive. I would buy the samyang 50mm but apparently the autofocus is really bad.
Looking forward to testing them all! I have the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM and it's great, but I'm sure there's a better option out there. Hopefully when the DG DN version is announced it'll be the one 🤞👌
Do you check old comments? I am not sure if I should go with the Sigma F2 or F1.4 there is only a 100$ difference right now. I do mostly walk around photography. I do night photos sometimes call it 1/3 of the time. I am not sure if I should get the more light lens but is heavier or the light lens. Would the F2 work without making the ISO too high? Should I just get the 1.4 since the price is so good. IDK
I do... Sometimes... 😉 Ultimately, if what you're saying is price isn't a factor then you need to decide whether you'd prefer a lightweight lens, or a lens that has better low light performance and a more shallow depth of field. Personally, I would pick the f/1.4 as I love bokeh and it's not so heavy it would annoy me. If you're going to be shooting in low light at all then go for the f/1.4 as there's a fair bit of difference between f/1.4 and f/2 when it comes to light entering the camera. In daylight, f/2 wouldn't make any difference, but at night it'll really help keep the iso as low as possible. I hope this helps!
Good question! I would recommend the old Sigma. The blur fringing is annoying, but other than that it's a vastly superior lens in just about every other way (other than bokeh balls). I hope this helps!
Fantastic and much needed comparison, thank you very much. Helped me tuning down the GAS and staying faithfull to my grand Sigma 35/1.2 :D One thing only: Did you by any chance managed to compare the Bokeh of the GM to the new Sigma Contemporary 35/2 ? I know that on paper the F-point does not seem to play in the same league, however every test so far seems to claim that the bokeh is actually so smooth (much smoother one would expect from F2) it could easily win a competition with the ones above regarding "smooth background effect". I would be more than glad to switch from the bulky heavy 1.2 to the tiny 2.0 if that were true... Any thoughts?
Thanks for the comment - glad I've saved you some money 😅 I haven't compared them directly so unfortunately I couldn't say for sure. As much as I really like the Sigma 35mm f/2, I can't see it having better bokeh than the GM. But that's just a total guess - if anyone can supply answers to this, be sure to let us know!
Awesome review Tom! You have covered all the points that are necessary for photographers to make their own decision, I think I'll mostly get the GM for pro usage. Hope you will keep this format of review in the future, instant subscribe and like your video after viewing!
Thanks Patrick, appreciate the comment, like and sub - all really helps the channel! Yes, this is going to be our new benchmark for future review videos going forward. I have a 2 or 3 85mm lens reviews still to come that were all filmed a while ago and don't include all of these tests, but any new tests that are recorded from here on out will be the same format as this video.
@@TomCalton Hopefully u can review the comparison between the 50 1.2 GM and its rivals in the future. I'm interested in 50 1.2 GM but not sure is it worth the price compare to others, thanks
50mm's are definitely on the to-do list - I'm just waiting for Sigma to release their inevitable update for the 50 f/1.4 DG HSM. As soon as that's announced, expect to see some epic group test videos 👌
Thank you so much for the video. I really dont get it why the new Sigma is so soft at the corners and minimum focus distance. The 85 DG DN is definitely a beast, but the 35 is little bit a disappointment for me. Also many youtubers pointed out it has some kind of problem with front focusing at certain distance. Probably will save more money for the GM.
I have no idea either. It's a shame for sure, but for portrait work, soft corners aren't really an issue and I almost never shoot close-up with a 35mm because of the distortion it causes. So for me personally, this doesn't worry me too much. I guess you get what you pay for though - if you want near perfection, you've gotta save up and get the Sony GM 🦾 Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks! I currently own the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM, but I'm looking to upgrade to either the new Sigma or the Sony GM (if I can scrape together the cash!)
@@TomCalton Thx for the reply. I do like the SY but I don't know if I love it. They do make some great lenses. I chose their 24mm over the GM. I guess my biggest issues with the focusing noise in video. I only work with a small % of video but the sound does annoy me. Updates to the lens have been good but it's also a 4 year old lens (i believe). I recently paid full price for it but if I can find one at around $75-100 off then it would be an absolute steel.
What happened with the Sony 35mm 1.8?! Just viewed your comparison between this one and the new Sigma DG DN, in which Sony came out as the winner and now the Sigma seems to be the best budget lens?
Context is really important here. In this video I'm comparing all of the 35mm f/1.4 lenses (and the only Sigma 35mm f/1.2 option) to which my conclusion was that if you're looking to buy a 35mm *f/1.4* specifically, then the Sigma is the best budget option currently available. However, when you compare the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 in isolation with the Sony 35mm f/1.8, the Sony is the better of those two specific lenses. Does this make the Sony 35mm f/1.8 the best budget 35mm ever? I don't know - I haven't tested every single 35mm lens (yet) to find out, so I couldn't say. Basically, with my videos, bear in mind that the conclusions I give are all within the scope of the specific video. I hope this helps to clear any confusion.
@@TomCalton thanks for your quick reply Tom. I'll stick to my 35mm 1.8 for now. My priority lies with saving for the A7IV now :-). Thanks for your great (and funny) reviews!
The weight and size of the f/1.2 is the ONLY reason I don't already own it. It's frustrating because it's a brilliant lens otherwise and I love the bokeh it produces.
Qeustion. I only own Sigma lens mostly due to the prices. I own a 14-24 f2.8, 24-70 f2.8, and a 105 f1.4. However, I been wanting a Sony G-Master for a while and been in need in a prime that does good for low light. I only went to Sigma every time because of how little differences I hear and how big steep of a price it is. What lens would you recommend if never owned a G-Master that is less than $2,000 and that at least outdoes a Sigma?
Nice selection of lenses! If it's just photo work you do then the Sony 35mm f/1.4 GM is absolutely beautiful and widely regarded as near perfect (biggest downside is the focus breathing as you've probably seen in this video). 35mm is also a super versatile focal length too (I use it all the time for weddings, events and portrait photography). So yeah, that would be my pick 😊
@@TomCalton Thanks man, I picked on up yesterday and I do love it. I tested some video with it and the only thing that I notice is that there was no stabilization in the lens like the sigmas, which is no real biggie for me
Glad you like it. The Sigma's don't have Optical Image Stabilization either - very few lenses do these days as almost all Sony cameras have image stabilization built in as standard. The wobble you might be seeing in your video footage is likely caused by focus breathing (it's a zoom effect that happens when the focus shifts from near to far objects). The 35mm f/1.4 GM has particularly bad focus breathing.
Nope. This test looks at all of the 35mm f/1.4 and f/1.2 lenses. I'll be looking at the 35mm f/1.8 lenses in a separate video once the Tokina and Viltrox options become available
This test was a competition between the f/1.4 options (with the random f/1.2 chucked in for good measure). Once Viltrox and Tokina release their 35mm f/1.8's this winter, I'll be doing a bit 35mm f/1.8 group test, which will include the Samyang. If it's as good as you say it is then I'll definitely look to test it against the Sony GM to see just HOW good it is.
It definitely does have some resistance, but I still managed to knock it off Auto multiple times during my time testing it, so it's not certainly not perfect. Sony seem to have noted this as I've seen other reviews complaining about this issues and on the new 35mm f/1.4 GM the resistance has been greatly increased and it's LOADS better. Almost impossible to knock it accidentally and arguably better than having a lock switch as it makes it more convenient to use the apeture dial on the fly, rather than fumbling around with a lock switch.
@@TomCalton I don’t know how you guys handle cameras but I never had a problem with that.. even if you knock it off it takes like .5 seconds to bring it back, I mean that lock button just means more unnecessary engineering and cramming things on the body of the lens. Also if you manage to knock off the aperture then you’ll manage it knock off the aperture lock button as well haha, nothing can save you
On a shoot where you have all the time in the world, you're totally right, it's not an issue. But when something as silly as the aperture dial being knocked can mean the difference between getting or missing a crucial shot, then that's something I'd prefer to avoid. Ultimately, my job here is to simply convey my experience with the lens as honestly as possible - good and bad. People can then make their own mind up as to whether that's something to be concerned about or not. The lock switch on the Sigma is very stiff and almost impossible to knock accidentally, so respectfully, I disagree with your point there.
This is, by far, the best lense-review I've seen in a while. Keep up the great work, you will definitly get a huge crowd with this quality
Thank you, that's really kind of you to say. I'm glad you found it helpful ☺️
This is the only video on entire RUclips about 35mm F1.4 which has cleared my mind about which one to get. Such a nice and clean review video.
Thanks Mate
I purchased and returned the Sigma 35mm 1.4 DG DN. Wide open it was not good. I saved up and purchased the Sony 35 1.4 GM, my very first GM lens and I’m blown away with what a first party lens can do. I can now confidently shoot wide open and it looks amazing with my Sony A7IV! Saving up to buy the A7RV in the near future and can’t wait to use the GM glass on it!
The GM (in my opinion) is the best 35mm for Sony cameras. If you can stomach the price tag that is 😅
Hello, I also have an A7 iv and I can't decide between the Sigma 35mm 1.4 or the Sony GM 35mm 1.4. Is there really a big difference? I have a Sigma 85mm and I love it 😅
I’ve been looking for a video comparing all of these lenses!!! Thank you so much for including the 1.2!!
You're welcome! Glad it was useful 😊
You should have 400K followers, man. You're already among the best and most likable out there. Good luck to you.
Ahhh man, thank you so much! You're too kind! Hopefully one day! 😊
I bet that RUclips algorithm has some biases towards this channel (as it does not appear in searches) because as a human I can confirm that this channel has top content. Keep it up Tom.
RUclips is a complex beast! Hopefully one day we'll tame it 😂
Thanks for the kindness though - commenting, liking and sharing this video all helps us grow the channel 🤜🤛
The Sigma was silent on autofocus but the Sony GM definitely had noise when turned up. The others were even louder. Thank you for this video!!
No problem, glad it helped
This is the most complete review of 35mm lenses on the net! Congratulations!
You keep slamming us with these really well thought out no-nonsense reviews! So damned good!
Thanks - glad you're enjoying them! And thank you for the comment 😊
I have sony 24-70GM can I got a sigma 35mm 1.4DG DN for photography
Having the old Sigma since it was released I was wondering if I should upgrade for something lighter. Especially the comment at 10:21 made me realise I am perfectly happy with it and that the shallow dof + bokeh is the main reason for loving this lens vs a lighter 1.8 or a big $$ change with very steep diminishing returns (vs not having a 1.4) to the GM...
Considering this lens, only thing that puts me off is no weather sealing 😪
I recently bought the 35 1.2 and for me the weight isn't a problem since I shoot with 70-200 2.8 & Sigma 135 1.8 at events and weddings so it's just another lens in the kit for me. It's a beautiful lens and produces sharp quality images, plus, 35 1.2 is a rare focal length, so I will keep it. I agree the aperture ring is a problem. I don't use the aperture ring at all, I prefer changing my aperture in camera. When I do events and weddings it definitely gets annoying when you are moving around working to get shots composed, and you notice you are at F10. So I tape the ring in place now, thanks! It's not pretty, but now my aperture stays where I want it to be
Great comparison. Big shout out to your model Georgia who absolutely nailed those poses. 👏
Thanks Adam! And totally agree - Georgia is brilliant 👌
@@TomCalton What`s her IG ?
Is it possible that you could make some comparison of Sony a to Sony e mount adapters with the old, a mount lenses?
I can't promise as that's an insanely niche request, but if I get enough people asking for it then who knows!
@@TomCalton thanks, maybe comparision of old a mount lenses with the e mount? I have a9 and old Sony zeiss vario sonar 24-70 2.8 ssm II with laea5 and it's great. Wondering about the differences. A mount is dead but there are still great options that everybody forgot about.
ive updated the firmware on the samyang 35mm 1.4 and its very snappy for stills dont think theres any difference between it and the new version other than the coating. After seeing your test i was surprised to see that its very comparable to the sigma 35mm dg dn. considering how much cheaper it is than the sigma i feel like its the best bang for the buck disregarding the build quality. the only option i would consider in its place is the GM or even the sony 35mm 1.8 since its really sharp and a fair bit lighter
i paid around $350 for mine and im comparing it to the GM at $1,399 seems like a win. however i would definitely upgrade in the future but hard to ignore the value
Well done. Thanks for all your work
great review of these 35mm lens, man i need that 35mm 1.2! such a unique look
Would love to see a similar comparison with all the 35’s like you did with the 85mm focal length.I’ve got the Sony 35 1.8 and would love to see how it compares to the old and new sigma as I’m tempted to upgrade to the new sigma 1.4 . Any thoughts? Thanks 😊
All in good time my friend. All in good time 😊
Same thoughts Here. Obivously the Sony GM is the best but its by far the priciest. The few weak Points of the Sigma 1.4 make me really hesitant to buy. Maybe thats all the image quality i can afford
Paid $150 USD for my Voightlander Nokton 35mm f1.4 Emount used. I am good. Plus I own the Sigma 28mm f1.4 ART so double good. Great review Tom!
Which lens is more controlled in chromatic aberration?
Sigma 35mm f/1.2 & Sony 35mm f/1.4 GM
Hey Tom, have you had the opportunity to dabble with the Viltrox 35mm since this video?
Not yet - still waiting for a release date! Can't wait to try it out though!
Could you share the sharpness lab test photos like you didi with 85's?
Great video .. I got the sigma 1.2 for a bargain price. It is bloody heavy though but a stunning lens. Btw congratulations on nearly 5k subs. Doubled Again in a few months.
Thanks Alex! Hopefully we can keep up the momentum 🤞
Looks like the Sony GM is still my lens of choice.
I am wondering however, if there are any other lenses that may have a bit more character?
Dolla Dolla Rich to Broke Ass Bitch, goddamn BARS🔥. Have had the 1.2 since release and she’s amazing. The GM lures me every time but I’ve gotten so much stronger with the Sigma, so she’s my forever 35 ❤️
One question that keeps me awake at night after watching this and the 85mm battle is - what if you step down the "odd" lenses with wider maximum aperture to match the rest? :D
I absolutely love your reviews, you are so detailed, entertaining and your models are always beautiful. Keep them coming from your friend in America! Cheers!
I pre-ordered the GM and finally got it a few weeks ago. I just returned it solely based on the value & performance of the new Sigma 35 - saving me $700! I have the Sigma 85 DG DN and very happy with the performance. I'd rather take the savings and use it to upgrade my 2 1/2 year old a7iii.
I think for most people, the new Sigma f/1.4 is plenty good enough in terms of image quality. Unless you're a pro that demands ultimate image quality and performance, then no sense in shelling out for the GM. Sounds like you made the smart choice.
Great comparison video! Just picked up the GM last week and love it so far.
Thanks! Glad you're enjoying your new lens!
The best video of these lens
Thanks!
@@TomCalton 👍
Man the GM and the Sigma DG DN breathing is HEAVY.
It's heavier than a pervert in a porn shop 🌬️
Great video, this level of depth and range of comparisons are exactly what I'm looking for when making a decision. Thanks!
You're welcome! Glad you found it useful 🤘🏻
What about focus breathing? Which lens is better for video between sony 14 and singma 1.4?
I cover focus breathing at @9:46
@@TomCalton Yes indeed, I saw it after put the comment. Is it possible to fix focus breathing whit tube extension adapter lens?
I don't believe so unfortunately. The breathing effect is created by the internal elements moving back and forth to adjust the focus plane, so I think it is what it is.
If you want a 35mm that doesn't have any breathing then I'd recommend checking out the Sony 35mm f/1.8. Here's how it compares to the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 - ruclips.net/video/pmdSO_8Hc10/видео.html
Well done! Samyang focus breathing is not that bad! Hard to beat if you are on a budget! What firmware have for the Samyang? I love mine!
You're right - probably the best performer for focus breathing, with the Sigma f/1.2 in a close 2nd place. Though, the Samyang's AF for video is less than perfect unfortunately.
@@TomCalton yeah! bought it used for extra cheap, using for photo only, great performer for the price! Great videos as always! greetings from Argentina!
Glad you're happy with it! Thanks for watching 👍
Have you noticed if the Sony 35mm GM makes noise while focusing at higher apertures? I just got mine and I’ve noticed this with it.
Interesting - no, I didn't notice it to be fair. Very strange!
@@TomCalton hmmm. It only does it when at higher apertures because of the aperture blades opening and closing when focusing. This happened with a 24mm GM I tried out in the past as well. Just trying to figure out if it’s normal!
What's the song played while going over the images? It's great!
I can't remember the track name, but I get all of my music from Envato Marketplace if that helps in any way?
@@TomCalton the hunt begins! Also your video really made we wanna get an 85 and 35mm prime and sell a kidney 🤣
@@mkiv15 did you find it?
@@camera7001 nope :'(
Good work Tom. Thanks! For the hybrid shooter who does more video than stills would the Sony FE 1.8/35mm be a better choice?
Good question, though I haven't yet tested the Sony 35mm f/1.8 so I couldn't say for sure unfortunately! Maybe that's one for a future video though!
@@TomCalton Future review? Yes, please!
I'll see what I can do for you 😜
Another top notch review Tom
Thanks Tim, appreciate it mate 👍
hey Tom which one would you choose tamron 2.8 17.28 or sony G 1.8 20mm I am undecided I don’t know if you ever trying any of these before
Sorry, I haven't tested either of these before so I couldn't say which is best. Though, from experience, I would guess the Sony GM would be the sharpest as Sony glass is generally pretty high quality, and primes are almost always sharper than zooms. But obviously the zoom will give you more flexibility when it comes to composition, so ultimately it depends on what you favour more...
9:11 its a lens fault ? blurry circles in the backround is much lighter on sony lens than od new sigma lens, interesting
I hope Sony builds a 28mm 1.4 GM lens which I prefer to 35mm focal length. Thanks for your good work, though!
That would be interesting! Thanks for watching 😁
I doubt they'd make a 28 gm since they have the 24 already tho.
Beautiful model again, Tom. Hints of Natalie Dormer.
Yeah, I kinda get what you mean 🤔
Would the sigma f1.2 be sharper than the sony GM when both are compared at f1.4?
Great video Tom 👌
Thanks!
What did you use to record the video?
Could you do a 50mm one? Because for cropped sensors it is a 75mm and close enough to 85mm. Ik making these videos are a pain but I am down to wait a while 😂
50mm's are on the to-do list for sure! Just waiting for Sigma to release their inevitable update for their 50mm 🤞
@@TomCalton Yeah! I would love to buy the old one though. I'm a low budget 'broke' type of person 😂 and I actually have the samyang 35 1.4 and I got it new for £400. I found the old sigma 50mm 1.4 for 510 on the same place I got the samyang from but it's out of stock and second hand versions are somehow more expensive. I would buy the samyang 50mm but apparently the autofocus is really bad.
Looking forward to testing them all! I have the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM and it's great, but I'm sure there's a better option out there. Hopefully when the DG DN version is announced it'll be the one 🤞👌
It takes three elements to shoot good portraits...
1. Beautiful
2. Models
and 3. Beautiful Models
You're not wrong...
FACTS. something im learning very quickly hahahah
Nice video, exactly what I was looking for, thanks :D
Can someone please bring the Sigma 28mm art and the 40mm art to this review ??
Are you torn between those focal lengths then?
This is the video that I need. But YT is not putting this video high enough on search results.
you need to do one with the 24-70's
Do you check old comments? I am not sure if I should go with the Sigma F2 or F1.4 there is only a 100$ difference right now. I do mostly walk around photography. I do night photos sometimes call it 1/3 of the time. I am not sure if I should get the more light lens but is heavier or the light lens. Would the F2 work without making the ISO too high? Should I just get the 1.4 since the price is so good. IDK
I do... Sometimes... 😉
Ultimately, if what you're saying is price isn't a factor then you need to decide whether you'd prefer a lightweight lens, or a lens that has better low light performance and a more shallow depth of field. Personally, I would pick the f/1.4 as I love bokeh and it's not so heavy it would annoy me. If you're going to be shooting in low light at all then go for the f/1.4 as there's a fair bit of difference between f/1.4 and f/2 when it comes to light entering the camera. In daylight, f/2 wouldn't make any difference, but at night it'll really help keep the iso as low as possible. I hope this helps!
@@TomCalton Thanks that does help a ton!
Off topic but which would you suggest is better between the samyang or the old sigma f1.4 as the rest are out my price bracket range atm
Good question! I would recommend the old Sigma. The blur fringing is annoying, but other than that it's a vastly superior lens in just about every other way (other than bokeh balls). I hope this helps!
tom I love your color preset. plz sheir it 🙄🙄🙄🙃🙃🙃
Eventually I will be selling my Lightroom presets, so keen an eye out for this in the future if you're interested...
Loveeeeed this video! I love my 35mm 1.4 GM and I do agree that it is the best lens overall!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
It definitely is, though the Sigma f/1.2 is a very close second place 👍
I gave a like for the algorithm! Great video!!
Thanks brother, much appreciated! 🤜🤛
That B-Roll got my focus motor whirring
Great video Tom!
Thanks for watching! 🤜🤛
Great review work , straight to the point ✅
Thanks! 👍🏻
Fantastic and much needed comparison, thank you very much. Helped me tuning down the GAS and staying faithfull to my grand Sigma 35/1.2 :D
One thing only: Did you by any chance managed to compare the Bokeh of the GM to the new Sigma Contemporary 35/2 ? I know that on paper the F-point does not seem to play in the same league, however every test so far seems to claim that the bokeh is actually so smooth (much smoother one would expect from F2) it could easily win a competition with the ones above regarding "smooth background effect". I would be more than glad to switch from the bulky heavy 1.2 to the tiny 2.0 if that were true...
Any thoughts?
Thanks for the comment - glad I've saved you some money 😅
I haven't compared them directly so unfortunately I couldn't say for sure. As much as I really like the Sigma 35mm f/2, I can't see it having better bokeh than the GM. But that's just a total guess - if anyone can supply answers to this, be sure to let us know!
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This is great! please compare the new 35 samyang and old 35 samyang.
Awesome review Tom! You have covered all the points that are necessary for photographers to make their own decision, I think I'll mostly get the GM for pro usage. Hope you will keep this format of review in the future, instant subscribe and like your video after viewing!
Thanks Patrick, appreciate the comment, like and sub - all really helps the channel!
Yes, this is going to be our new benchmark for future review videos going forward. I have a 2 or 3 85mm lens reviews still to come that were all filmed a while ago and don't include all of these tests, but any new tests that are recorded from here on out will be the same format as this video.
@@TomCalton Hopefully u can review the comparison between the 50 1.2 GM and its rivals in the future. I'm interested in 50 1.2 GM but not sure is it worth the price compare to others, thanks
50mm's are definitely on the to-do list - I'm just waiting for Sigma to release their inevitable update for the 50 f/1.4 DG HSM. As soon as that's announced, expect to see some epic group test videos 👌
@@TomCalton Wow, glad to hear that Tom!
Thank you so much for the video. I really dont get it why the new Sigma is so soft at the corners and minimum focus distance. The 85 DG DN is definitely a beast, but the 35 is little bit a disappointment for me. Also many youtubers pointed out it has some kind of problem with front focusing at certain distance. Probably will save more money for the GM.
I have no idea either. It's a shame for sure, but for portrait work, soft corners aren't really an issue and I almost never shoot close-up with a 35mm because of the distortion it causes. So for me personally, this doesn't worry me too much. I guess you get what you pay for though - if you want near perfection, you've gotta save up and get the Sony GM 🦾
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Tom Calton 100% agree, same situation for me and why I‘m getting the Sigma :)
Love your videos, so in depth and funny too 😅
Thanks! Appreciate the kind words 😊
Great as always, what lens do you owned?
Thanks! I currently own the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM, but I'm looking to upgrade to either the new Sigma or the Sony GM (if I can scrape together the cash!)
How it compares to canon 35l?
No idea. I don't shoot with Canon - sorry!
听来听去，发现新款和老款都是同样的优秀，除了新款没有加长的底座之外，所以，看了这个评测，我买了老款的35 1.4用在sony A7m3，谢谢作者。
I got the SY. Didnt even know the Sigma 1.4 existed. Time to return the SY.
Have you had issues with the Samyang at all? Or just prefer the look of the Sigma?
@@TomCalton Thx for the reply. I do like the SY but I don't know if I love it. They do make some great lenses. I chose their 24mm over the GM. I guess my biggest issues with the focusing noise in video. I only work with a small % of video but the sound does annoy me. Updates to the lens have been good but it's also a 4 year old lens (i believe). I recently paid full price for it but if I can find one at around $75-100 off then it would be an absolute steel.
!! Stuning test!! Very usefull, many thx.
I ll take the Samyang i think because it's so cheap and not so bad.
My pleasure! Glad it helped ☺️
Definitly will buy the Sony GM :).
Nice. Money man.
Alex "Dolla Dolla Rich" Verbeke over here! Good choice sir 🤑
@@TomCalton I've sold my Nikon's DSLR and my 35 and 105 f/1.4 lenses, I got enough money back to afford it ;) .
Niiiiiice! Well, enjoy it mate! I'm very jealous!
@@TomCalton Don't, I'll get only one, you got them all in your hands ;).
What happened with the Sony 35mm 1.8?! Just viewed your comparison between this one and the new Sigma DG DN, in which Sony came out as the winner and now the Sigma seems to be the best budget lens?
Context is really important here. In this video I'm comparing all of the 35mm f/1.4 lenses (and the only Sigma 35mm f/1.2 option) to which my conclusion was that if you're looking to buy a 35mm *f/1.4* specifically, then the Sigma is the best budget option currently available.
However, when you compare the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 in isolation with the Sony 35mm f/1.8, the Sony is the better of those two specific lenses. Does this make the Sony 35mm f/1.8 the best budget 35mm ever? I don't know - I haven't tested every single 35mm lens (yet) to find out, so I couldn't say.
Basically, with my videos, bear in mind that the conclusions I give are all within the scope of the specific video. I hope this helps to clear any confusion.
@@TomCalton thanks for your quick reply Tom. I'll stick to my 35mm 1.8 for now. My priority lies with saving for the A7IV now :-). Thanks for your great (and funny) reviews!
No worries! Glad I could help - thanks for watching 😊
Great reviews 👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you, appreciate the comment! 👌
I have the 1.2 and the GM. I think I’m going to sell the 1.2 because it’s too damn big to fit in my bag with my 105 1.4
The weight and size of the f/1.2 is the ONLY reason I don't already own it. It's frustrating because it's a brilliant lens otherwise and I love the bokeh it produces.
Qeustion. I only own Sigma lens mostly due to the prices. I own a 14-24 f2.8, 24-70 f2.8, and a 105 f1.4. However, I been wanting a Sony G-Master for a while and been in need in a prime that does good for low light. I only went to Sigma every time because of how little differences I hear and how big steep of a price it is. What lens would you recommend if never owned a G-Master that is less than $2,000 and that at least outdoes a Sigma?
Nice selection of lenses!
If it's just photo work you do then the Sony 35mm f/1.4 GM is absolutely beautiful and widely regarded as near perfect (biggest downside is the focus breathing as you've probably seen in this video). 35mm is also a super versatile focal length too (I use it all the time for weddings, events and portrait photography). So yeah, that would be my pick 😊
@@TomCalton Thanks man, I picked on up yesterday and I do love it. I tested some video with it and the only thing that I notice is that there was no stabilization in the lens like the sigmas, which is no real biggie for me
Glad you like it. The Sigma's don't have Optical Image Stabilization either - very few lenses do these days as almost all Sony cameras have image stabilization built in as standard. The wobble you might be seeing in your video footage is likely caused by focus breathing (it's a zoom effect that happens when the focus shifts from near to far objects). The 35mm f/1.4 GM has particularly bad focus breathing.
The last and final Series Of 35mm new sigma 1.4 dg dn and 35mm 1.8 fe
There are still LOADS of 35mm's to test, so maybe we can add this to the list if enough people want to see it?
Hahahaha the ending!!!🤣
Told you I'd include it 😂
Pretty fantastic outro between the conclusion commentary and the ferocious insect
You r gorgeous 😍
The model lady! OMG! Beautiful!
Perfect review. Guess it's the GM for me. Will just save for another 2 months. Than rush and get the new sigma art
The GM is great! I've owned it for almost 6 months now and it's probably my most used lens.
can someone verify that the Samyang performs better with newer firmware and A7IV?
loved your videos
Have you done something similar with 50 gm and 50 planar, 55 zeiss? Thanks
Not yet, though it's on the list. Just waiting for Sigma to release their inevitable 50mm f/1.4 DG DN... Whenever that will happen!
@@TomCalton Oh!! Indeed, I have planar and I was actually expecting another 1.4 g on a smaller/ lighter format, so Let’s hope for sigma instead
No samyang 35mm 1.8?
Nope. This test looks at all of the 35mm f/1.4 and f/1.2 lenses. I'll be looking at the 35mm f/1.8 lenses in a separate video once the Tokina and Viltrox options become available
WOWOWOW YOUR VIDEOS ARE AMAZING
You're too kind Ben! Thanks 🤜🤛
to be honest best option is Samyang 35mm f1.8 which missing in this competition
This test was a competition between the f/1.4 options (with the random f/1.2 chucked in for good measure). Once Viltrox and Tokina release their 35mm f/1.8's this winter, I'll be doing a bit 35mm f/1.8 group test, which will include the Samyang. If it's as good as you say it is then I'll definitely look to test it against the Sony GM to see just HOW good it is.
The sigma 35 1.2 is amazing and personally better than the GM35. I feel like the GM only beats it in weight and size.
Old Sigma 35 f/1.4 was a jewel in my collection. Still feel sorry I had to sell it😢
focus breathing so bad it's a zoom lens.... I died :)))))) what an observation, gold
Model's insta?
Why doesn't Tom have more subscribers???
Come on people, hit that button!!
As always, you're my hero 🤜🤛
Thanks brother
You're welcome - hope you liked the video!
Thank you tom
You're welcome! Thanks for watching 👍
Does the Sony color science bother you
On my Sony A7III you mean? No, not at all.
Waiting for 50mm comparison 🤙
All in good time my dude 🤘
I didn't realize you made this video. I love your 50mm comparison. Thanks for making such quality and entertaing content!
Was there lenses in this video? 🥵
😅
The aperture lock button for the GM is absolutely not needed.. the A has a resistance of it's own.
It definitely does have some resistance, but I still managed to knock it off Auto multiple times during my time testing it, so it's not certainly not perfect. Sony seem to have noted this as I've seen other reviews complaining about this issues and on the new 35mm f/1.4 GM the resistance has been greatly increased and it's LOADS better. Almost impossible to knock it accidentally and arguably better than having a lock switch as it makes it more convenient to use the apeture dial on the fly, rather than fumbling around with a lock switch.
@@TomCalton I don’t know how you guys handle cameras but I never had a problem with that.. even if you knock it off it takes like .5 seconds to bring it back, I mean that lock button just means more unnecessary engineering and cramming things on the body of the lens. Also if you manage to knock off the aperture then you’ll manage it knock off the aperture lock button as well haha, nothing can save you
On a shoot where you have all the time in the world, you're totally right, it's not an issue. But when something as silly as the aperture dial being knocked can mean the difference between getting or missing a crucial shot, then that's something I'd prefer to avoid.
Ultimately, my job here is to simply convey my experience with the lens as honestly as possible - good and bad. People can then make their own mind up as to whether that's something to be concerned about or not.
The lock switch on the Sigma is very stiff and almost impossible to knock accidentally, so respectfully, I disagree with your point there.
perfect explanation
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it
i love the model 😘
EPIC TEST!!!!
Thanks! Glad you liked it 👍