0:54 Thanks for counting the number of shots in focus!! So many reviewers don't even bother, and instead show the green box (which means nothing) or just say something like "it seems to focus well".
Just placed order on the new sigma 85 1.4 dg dn. What an amazing new lens. Sigma is really pushing out some great glass lately that's much more compact than what they used to do. They need to keep making smaller lenses like this that's priced well.
Manny i really enjoy what you do ,the time you and your wife put into this is amazing ,i know how much work it can be . Thank you for all your effort in helping us all to DE-side which way to go with our photography needs
imma from Cameroon in central africa and i recently bought a Sony A6400. i'm a huge fan. just keep going man i've learnt so much and ma passion for photography has increased hugely because of you thanks bro.
Hi, I've been following you from Italy for some time now ... I find that you are extremely professional, sincere in the things you say and above all you love your job and it shows a lot! Compliments
Thank you Manny. I had back surgery and I am now retired and getting back into photography. I am going with the sony system and your insight has been invaluable. Keep up the good work!
Yesterday I rented the Sony GM lens, and yess it makes noise! And for me, the lens was very heavy and a lot of shots were blurry. So I'm going to rent the Sigma one and compare them!
I love Sigma lenses and I wanted to get the 85 so bad but it was so big and expensive. I went with Sony 85 1.8 FE which I got pretty cheap, however, I always feel like I'm getting way less that I could with the Sigma. Plus I never miss focus with my Sigma 50 1.4 but with my Sony, I focus on the eyes and it's "hello" chest or neck or whatever.
Manny thanks love your stuff ,and it was a pleasure to meet you and your lovely other half in Las Vegas in February. I have already sold my Sony 85mm f1.4 GM and pre-ordered the Sigma 85mm f1.4 Art. The Sigma just outperforms the nearly five-year old lens design of the GM. If you get a chance can you redo the backlight test using the lens hoods. I personally shoot backlight using the lens hood. Cheers
Hey Manny, do you think you will start using this Sigma as your new bread and butter? I bought the Sony 85GM because of how much you praised it and I don't regret buying it, I haven't noticed it being soft at 1.4 but I haven't used this Sigma lens.
@@TorresinhoLFC I think he meant a non-bazooka version for us peace-loving folks. I was considering the Sony FE 85 1.8, over the 85GM, & the Sigma Art 85 1.4. Then they threw this at me, I would've still taken the taken the FE 1.8 just coz its lighter, cheaper, sharp, & I shoot my 1.4s at 1.8 anyway.. but this new Sigma 85 aside from being sharper is actually faster, with better flare control, & has less chromatic aberrations. I'm probably buying this, the only thing I need to settle is if I really want to trade in all those advantages for something that is ~40% heavier (~250g), twice the price, & with buttons/dials I really don't use (..yet). I really hate having to correct chromatic abberations though 😅.
I just bought this lens and I had to double check when you said it has a minimum focusing distance of 2.79 inches because that blew my mind. It's 2.79 feet which is so much easier to wrap my mind around. Dope lens!
Manny we really appreciate you bro. Even though I’ve only been watching for 2 and a half years, I feel like a day one because I went back and watched your old ones lol your willingness to go out and shoot despite being an introvert inspires me to do the same! #BeardGang #iDontHaveaBeardButStillBeardGang
I'm not a Sony shooter but I appreciate videos like this. Sigma is one of, if not, the best 3rd party lenses out there. Not to mention, it's cheaper than native glass. Thank you for keeping it real! #BeardGang
Your video is the only one I could find that shows continuous AF performance. Smh...I don' t know what other YT's are thinking. Thanks for this test bro. I'm sure you're not checking the comments on this older video but for anyone reading this, has the pincushioning distortion been a problem?
Watched this video a year ago and finally getting my hands on this lens. Frikin love the content man youve taught me so much. Going to try to learn lighting bc ive seen what its capable of bc of you. Hope your new year is lookin great
I feel, there is something very special about that 85GM look that none of those other 85 lenses can match. The Sigma comes really close. But superb sharpness open wide is not everything.
Your videos are great. I made the decision to get the SIGMA 85mm f/1.4 ART i am very happy with my purchase. I was about to click order for the Sony GM and last min decided to check out some reviews online on the Sigma. I ordered it from BHP on Thu and got it in time for a shoot on Sat the same week. Image quality and sharpness fantastic !! I like everything about this lens!
Manny those reviews are insanely good... I bought my A7III because of you a while back and you might just have convinced me to buy the Sigma 85mm as my next lens. For the record: I have a beard #beardgang
@@Hunselmann I am buying the Sigma and plan to use it on my A7SIII, A7RIV and A9 for video and stills, no problem. Nothing bad about the excellent Sony f1.8, but I like f1.4 and the greater sharpness from this Sigma. Cheers
PixMotions thanks for making me aware. I barely shoot any video and if I do I'd probably use my zoom lenses. Portraits are what's most fun for me so I think the Sigma should fit in quite well
@@6gwilliams So if u can live with focus breathing or film with MF, get it. For me only linear motors which are quiet, accurate and smooth are worth to buy using a Sony with this incredible AF. I mean... What else is the point getting a camera like the A7SIII but not using its full potential?
#BeardGang baby! Even though my facial hair game is busted AF. Thanks for the video, bro. I’m looking at scooping up new gear... About time I upgrade this Nikon D90. Your videos help BIG TIME.
Great review! But honestly this is the first comparison of these two lenses which made me a fan of the GM over the Sigma! Nevertheless the reviewer opinion is completely different... I think that flare control means slot and also the bokeh looks way much creamier...and I think that being razor sharp is not a big deal in portraits but I thing Sigma's biggest edge over Sony is it's color. Oh am I the only one which wonders why almost all of your shots were overexposed intentionally?
Got in to photography a couple years ago. Also an introvert. Granted I haven’t really gotten out there but you’re definitely helping me build confidence to put my name out there. #Beardgang ... even though I can’t really grow one haha
Sigma needs to come out with some RF mount lenses for Canon users because Canon is milking it with their expensive lineup.. Keep up the great work!! #BeardGang
Hunter Nelson yeah the lenses are very expensive but they are so worth it! The glass is so damn good that the images come out spectacular! I own the 35mm and the 24-105F4 lens!! I love both of these lens but I’m dying to get the 85mm but man oh man it is so expensive!
Love your relaxed, easy to digest content style Manny! Your hands on reviews have helped me make informed kit & technique decisions. Thank you very much for sharing!
@Manny,, the A7iii is your daily driver, right? Can you produce a video of what you hope is in the A7IV, what it would take to make you upgrade? I can see the wear on the edges of your A7iii just from your hands. I have the 7iii & the RIii and I think I’m more excited about upgrading to the A7IV than anything, because I really ain’t to crazy about the 61mp file size of the A7IV (especially for weddings -if we ever get a chance to do that again!). Thanks.
Hi Manny, I have seen this video on several occasions, but I have watched it again today just before I clicked the button to buy the 85G master, buy hey I have decided to go with the Sigma. I already own a Sigma 135 1.8 which is a stunning lens, so due to your review which I have grown to respect over the years, I going with the New Sigma 85 1.4, Cheers Bud
#beardGang manny that’s why I love your videos, because you’re always straight to the point with no BS 🙌🏾 I’m watching other channels as well but I’m always checking yours first because it’s like “the truth” Thank you for your work man 💪🏽 From QC/CANADA
More contrast means its more compressed. Its basically like shooting with a raw+ + jpeg. The jpeg will always have more contrast while the raw doesn't. If you shoot in raw you don't want then you wouldn't want more contrast to your images to begin with just the right exposure.
#beardgang forever bro! While I feel like I'm losing interest in a lot of RUclipsrs, you're always fresh and always entertaining with highly informative and engaging content. Not to mention your excellent personality and character goes a long way here! Diana is always amazing and a joy to see too! Y'all are awesome! Stay amazing, both of you!
Yo Manny, been following you a while 'cos you put out straight info which as a Sony FF & APSC shooter I can relate to. Good to see Diane is still a rock-steady model,
Awesome video. Beard gang. I own the Sigma 135mm 1.8 e mount and I'm looking at this lens just because it's smaller but I love the image quality of my Sigma 135mm 1.8. I know they are different focal lengths but i would love a comparison video between the two.
Sigma needs to keep this energy, this form factor is good, it's about time! We need a 50mm next.
#BeardGang
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Id definitely get a sigma 50mm if they can make it smaller. My sigma 24 is easily my favorite lens, but its huge
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Sigma has a 50mm Art lens, its fantastic...just huge.
0:54 Thanks for counting the number of shots in focus!! So many reviewers don't even bother, and instead show the green box (which means nothing) or just say something like "it seems to focus well".
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@@forwardfilms1627 Good luck but trying to hijack supporters from another YTer's channel is not the best way to become popular!
Orville Griffiths for sure just trying to get some exposure, appreciate the support 💪🏽
Just placed order on the new sigma 85 1.4 dg dn. What an amazing new lens. Sigma is really pushing out some great glass lately that's much more compact than what they used to do. They need to keep making smaller lenses like this that's priced well.
Manny i really enjoy what you do ,the time you and your wife put into this is amazing ,i know how much work it can be .
Thank you for all your effort in helping us all to DE-side which way to go with our photography needs
That new Sigma 85 looks real good. Take my money
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@@forwardfilms1627 Hey, if u write it under every single comment people get annoyed and your account can get banned if u spam
Ondřej Vávra noted my bad brotha, all love 🙏🏽
its really good
imma from Cameroon in central africa and i recently bought a Sony A6400. i'm a huge fan. just keep going man i've learnt so much and ma passion for photography has increased hugely because of you thanks bro.
Cameroon in the building !!🇨🇲 greetings bro🤙🏾
We all know who your real Day One is 🙋🏻♀️💁🏻♀️
You are so pretty today. Kiss from Portugal.
haha 😹
Did you have fun bobbing up and down lol
Haha don’t even have a Sony camera anymore but keep watching for that fun Manny+Diana energy! #beardgang
Ay Ortizs unite! (My surname is Ortiz too hahahah)
Hi, I've been following you from Italy for some time now ... I find that you are extremely professional, sincere in the things you say and above all you love your job and it shows a lot! Compliments
The sigmas may be heavy at times but it does an amazing job when it comes to portraits and videography
the new Sigmas arent that heavy, lighter than their GM competition.
Thank you Manny. I had back surgery and I am now retired and getting back into photography. I am going with the sony system and your insight has been invaluable. Keep up the good work!
Sigma are knocking it out of the park lately. I've got two of their lenses already I think my next one will be Sigma too.
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Really great video Manny! Straight to the point! Thanks 👍🏻
I don’t own Sony camera but I still enjoy watching this XD
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Yes, me too🤣
We appreciate your honesty man that's going take you farther than any sponsorship will
Yesterday I rented the Sony GM lens, and yess it makes noise! And for me, the lens was very heavy and a lot of shots were blurry. So I'm going to rent the Sigma one and compare them!
How's the sigma for you?
I love these types of reviews because they are based on real world use vs spec sheets
I love Sigma lenses and I wanted to get the 85 so bad but it was so big and expensive. I went with Sony 85 1.8 FE which I got pretty cheap, however, I always feel like I'm getting way less that I could with the Sigma. Plus I never miss focus with my Sigma 50 1.4 but with my Sony, I focus on the eyes and it's "hello" chest or neck or whatever.
my thirst for Manny will never die. Diana bagged a good one.
Hahahaha I think I’m the lucky one here 😂😂😂 appreciate you Nick
I love the colors and contrast that come out of the sigma when compared to the sony.
Other way around for me, like by far. And i own the sigma.
Manny thanks love your stuff ,and it was a pleasure to meet you and your lovely other half in Las Vegas in February. I have already sold my Sony 85mm f1.4 GM and pre-ordered the Sigma 85mm f1.4 Art. The Sigma just outperforms the nearly five-year old lens design of the GM. If you get a chance can you redo the backlight test using the lens hoods. I personally shoot backlight using the lens hood. Cheers
Just when I was about to buy the one withe adapter lol. Feel so much better now
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Hey Manny, do you think you will start using this Sigma as your new bread and butter? I bought the Sony 85GM because of how much you praised it and I don't regret buying it, I haven't noticed it being soft at 1.4 but I haven't used this Sigma lens.
I just got my first Sigma lens and i'll loving it, absolutely great performance and what price 🤏💪
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Just shaved my beard off yesterday.. baby faced but still on that BEARDGANG type shiet! 🙌🏻 you’re the best Manny!
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MANNY-- I'm a huge fan of yours, and I'm an old man from Montana! 75 yrs old! Randy B.
Why would you test backlit into the sun capacity without the lens hoods?
we need a 35 version ASAP.
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they have already and it's 1.2
Top Skills ayyee my bad! Appreciate for real 🙏🏽🙏🏽
@@TorresinhoLFC I think he meant a non-bazooka version for us peace-loving folks.
I was considering the Sony FE 85 1.8, over the 85GM, & the Sigma Art 85 1.4. Then they threw this at me, I would've still taken the taken the FE 1.8 just coz its lighter, cheaper, sharp, & I shoot my 1.4s at 1.8 anyway.. but this new Sigma 85 aside from being sharper is actually faster, with better flare control, & has less chromatic aberrations.
I'm probably buying this, the only thing I need to settle is if I really want to trade in all those advantages for something that is ~40% heavier (~250g), twice the price, & with buttons/dials I really don't use (..yet).
I really hate having to correct chromatic abberations though 😅.
@@TorresinhoLFC that's a huge of a lens, so I think you missed the point here
I just bought this lens and I had to double check when you said it has a minimum focusing distance of 2.79 inches because that blew my mind. It's 2.79 feet which is so much easier to wrap my mind around. Dope lens!
I’m a simple man. When I see a new Manny Ortiz video, I click. Keep up the good work!
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The same “I’m a simple man I click” comment I see from so many simple men.
@@hassholl59
Exactly
I see the same comment from so.many simple men
Thank you so much! This really helps in making a decision on which one to purchase!
Manny we really appreciate you bro. Even though I’ve only been watching for 2 and a half years, I feel like a day one because I went back and watched your old ones lol your willingness to go out and shoot despite being an introvert inspires me to do the same!
#BeardGang
#iDontHaveaBeardButStillBeardGang
Been watching this man since 2018 😔. Love you bro
I'm not a Sony shooter but I appreciate videos like this. Sigma is one of, if not, the best 3rd party lenses out there. Not to mention, it's cheaper than native glass. Thank you for keeping it real!
#BeardGang
Your video is the only one I could find that shows continuous AF performance. Smh...I don' t know what other YT's are thinking. Thanks for this test bro. I'm sure you're not checking the comments on this older video but for anyone reading this, has the pincushioning distortion been a problem?
Thought you said “beer gang.” I was like yea, why not?
same haha
Watched this video a year ago and finally getting my hands on this lens. Frikin love the content man youve taught me so much. Going to try to learn lighting bc ive seen what its capable of bc of you. Hope your new year is lookin great
I feel, there is something very special about that 85GM look that none of those other 85 lenses can match. The Sigma comes really close. But superb sharpness open wide is not everything.
@K J M I hope so for what they charge
Great video!! Thank you!
Just got this lens today! ❤️📷
Sony needs to start improving their lenses if they want to continue justifying their price tags cuz Sigma keeps beating them out for a lot less.
Your videos are great. I made the decision to get the SIGMA 85mm f/1.4 ART i am very happy with my purchase. I was about to click order for the Sony GM and last min decided to check out some reviews online on the Sigma. I ordered it from BHP on Thu and got it in time for a shoot on Sat the same week. Image quality and sharpness fantastic !! I like everything about this lens!
Manny those reviews are insanely good... I bought my A7III because of you a while back and you might just have convinced me to buy the Sigma 85mm as my next lens.
For the record: I have a beard #beardgang
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Don't buy the Sigma if u want to use it also for video. Rather the 1.8 Sony. Such a good and pretty cheap lens.
@@Hunselmann I am buying the Sigma and plan to use it on my A7SIII, A7RIV and A9 for video and stills, no problem. Nothing bad about the excellent Sony f1.8, but I like f1.4 and the greater sharpness from this Sigma. Cheers
PixMotions thanks for making me aware. I barely shoot any video and if I do I'd probably use my zoom lenses. Portraits are what's most fun for me so I think the Sigma should fit in quite well
@@6gwilliams So if u can live with focus breathing or film with MF, get it. For me only linear motors which are quiet, accurate and smooth are worth to buy using a Sony with this incredible AF. I mean... What else is the point getting a camera like the A7SIII but not using its full potential?
#BeardGang baby! Even though my facial hair game is busted AF. Thanks for the video, bro. I’m looking at scooping up new gear... About time I upgrade this Nikon D90. Your videos help BIG TIME.
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Nice and concise review. You are lucky to have wife who enjoys helping you make good videos. Best to both of you.
I don’t even have Sony but I still watch these videos lol Waiting for the R5 vid!
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Forward Films I got you bro 👍🏾
The Hybrid Shooter really appreciate the support!! 💪🏽💪🏽
Thanks man. You just pushed me to get the Sigma instead of the Sony. That grinding sound did it for me.
Great review! But honestly this is the first comparison of these two lenses which made me a fan of the GM over the Sigma! Nevertheless the reviewer opinion is completely different... I think that flare control means slot and also the bokeh looks way much creamier...and I think that being razor sharp is not a big deal in portraits but I thing Sigma's biggest edge over Sony is it's color.
Oh am I the only one which wonders why almost all of your shots were overexposed intentionally?
Just ordered this Sigma lens! So excited to get it soon!
Got in to photography a couple years ago. Also an introvert. Granted I haven’t really gotten out there but you’re definitely helping me build confidence to put my name out there.
#Beardgang ... even though I can’t really grow one haha
Only channel I've got notifications turned on for. #BeardGang
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#beardgang! keep it up! love all your videos.. fully information SOLID
Hey Manny, always enjoy your videos. Shout out from the white beard!
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Let’s hope people start selling their old 85mm ones so I can finally afford one lol
Very useful comparison, thank you. Very perceptive, right to the point. Question: how does the Sigma compare to the Samyang 85mm f/1.4? Thanks!
Sigma needs to come out with some RF mount lenses for Canon users because Canon is milking it with their expensive lineup.. Keep up the great work!!
#BeardGang
Hunter Nelson yeah the lenses are very expensive but they are so worth it! The glass is so damn good that the images come out spectacular! I own the 35mm and the 24-105F4 lens!! I love both of these lens but I’m dying to get the 85mm but man oh man it is so expensive!
Yeah bit they are good!
@@brianvargas7163 just ordered this lens, can't wait to get it in my hot little hands!
@@waynosfotos which lens, the RF 85mm?
Brian Vargas Yep the 1.2
I was curious why are you still using the GMaster and didn't switch to the Sigma?
Sony, stop ripping us off and innovate on lens.
Sony: sorry we too busy making ps5 and winning the console war
Great review/comparison Manny, love your work
Now, who can I con, I mean convince to buy my 85GM? 😂 #beardgang
Seems to me the G Master 85mm 1.4 wouldn’t be ideal for a b roll lens? Sounds like it doesn’t like to focus as quick? What would you recommend?
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Super helpful video. Thanks Manny!
Gang gang. Just shaved but beardGang all day!! 🤘🏽🤘🏽
Any chance you can do a video comparing to the Sony 85mm 1.8? I am wondering whether it does worth the update! Thanks!
Interesting! I saw your video to the end! Good job!
keep going my guy. been here for a long time. #beergang
Love your relaxed, easy to digest content style Manny! Your hands on reviews have helped me make informed kit & technique decisions. Thank you very much for sharing!
Manny, you are great talent. Enjoy having access to your skill.
Thanks to your vids my interest in photography has grown and this last weekend I did my first photo shoot. And it was awesome.
How is it going ?
nice review ! would you now consider the sigma 85mm F/1.4 DN instead of sigma 85mm F/1.8 for a7III ?
When this lens will be available for canon mirrolrless cameras ? Like Eos R
Please answer ASAP
I preordered mine 2 weeks ago. Truly hope it comes out soon.
I love you Manny... keep up the good work.
#BeardGang love your videos, keep up the good work Manny! One of the best photography channels for Sony shooters on RUclips!
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Man, I remember when you used to love that 85 GM!!!! Lol. I watched your reviews when I got mine way back when. Still one of my favs lol
@Manny,, the A7iii is your daily driver, right? Can you produce a video of what you hope is in the A7IV, what it would take to make you upgrade? I can see the wear on the edges of your A7iii just from your hands. I have the 7iii & the RIii and I think I’m more excited about upgrading to the A7IV than anything, because I really ain’t to crazy about the 61mp file size of the A7IV (especially for weddings -if we ever get a chance to do that again!). Thanks.
Hi Manny, I have seen this video on several occasions, but I have watched it again today just before I clicked the button to buy the 85G master, buy hey I have decided to go with the Sigma. I already own a Sigma 135 1.8 which is a stunning lens, so due to your review which I have grown to respect over the years, I going with the New Sigma 85 1.4, Cheers Bud
Been here since the beginning with ya man! Staying til the end. #BeardGang
I really appreciate your videos. Keep em coming
❤
Dude, I appreciate you more 😍
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Very cool video , thanks Manny . Take care .
I have a beard and watch every one of your videos as soon as they are out. Love it man. #beardGang
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I was waiting for this one
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THANK YOU!!! I appreciate your videos and work!
#beardGang manny that’s why I love your videos, because you’re always straight to the point with no BS 🙌🏾
I’m watching other channels as well but I’m always checking yours first because it’s like “the truth”
Thank you for your work man 💪🏽
From QC/CANADA
can not wait for this lens on canon RF ! Love the size too
Love your videos! Greetings from Brazil!
Love your videos, awesome content! Keep them coming!
Bro you know the music name
Pls make video comparison between sigma 100 - 400 and sony gm lens 100 400.Great Job,as always,Manny👍
Yo Manny! Loving the vids
More contrast means its more compressed. Its basically like shooting with a raw+ + jpeg. The jpeg will always have more contrast while the raw doesn't. If you shoot in raw you don't want then you wouldn't want more contrast to your images to begin with just the right exposure.
#beardgang forever bro! While I feel like I'm losing interest in a lot of RUclipsrs, you're always fresh and always entertaining with highly informative and engaging content. Not to mention your excellent personality and character goes a long way here! Diana is always amazing and a joy to see too!
Y'all are awesome! Stay amazing, both of you!
this is a full frame sigma lens? or you can use it in apc-s camera like the a6000?
Yo Manny, been following you a while 'cos you put out straight info which as a Sony FF & APSC shooter I can relate to. Good to see Diane is still a rock-steady model,
Thanks for the review, it is well detail except for the minimum focus
Awesome video. Beard gang. I own the Sigma 135mm 1.8 e mount and I'm looking at this lens just because it's smaller but I love the image quality of my Sigma 135mm 1.8. I know they are different focal lengths but i would love a comparison video between the two.
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Damn Manny, it’s been a minute. Blowin up on the subscribers, I see. Congrats on your success! You deserve it bruh! Great stuff!
great review as always. so much info in a short amount of time!!
I've been #TeamSigma since the 16mm 1.4! 💪🏽
I have the 1.4GM. Every time I stray I keep coming back to it. Keep yo snaps up!
Thanks so much. You are awesome. I m your fan I learn a lot and your voice is pleasant which is really important