I've been watching your channel for 2 years. Everything i need to know is in this channel. I like the way you talk not too fast and your review is the best to me. just keep doing man!
Another nice feature of 20mm (other than it is often more useful than 24mm, you can always crop in post) is that 20mm is the widest focal length where vertical lines are not distorted.
I also have the Sony 20G 1.8 (sold my 24GM for it after using it). It's really the best choice for vlogging on a full frame IMO and its so useful for so many other things. It's really one of the best lenses I own
@@petemauro1375 Its the ideal focal length if you want to vlog, its also wider and more cinematic (if wide The Revenant-type shots are your thing) for wedding films, music videos, etc. I also found it doesn't focus breathe/hunt nearly as much wide open. I stand by the 20mm 1.8 100%
For APS-C, we also have the new Samyang 12mm f2 AF as a vlogging option. It's a probably a good middle ground between lowlight from the sigma 16mm and both the ultrawide angle options 👍
We’ve been using the 24-70mm 2.8 gMaster since we upgraded to the A7s3 and love it. Yes it’s heavy but it feels like an all in one solution. I wish I could go a little wider but we bought the 16-30 gMaster and I always feel so limited by the zoom on that one. I know with the digital stabilization crop 24 seems too close but we’ve made it work for the most part. When we had the a6400/6600 all we used was the sigma 16mm and were very happy with that setup. Thanks got the great video as always.
Thanks for sharing! I think people often get too caught up with 24 not being wide enough but neglect to use the other focal lengths that can bring in so much more to their shots!
@@RichardBauer_ you can go watch our videos from back then. We honestly just adjusted our filming to not walk and talk and to do more shots while we were standing in one spot.
Bro you’re killing it love your screen presence keep up the good work! A7siii with zeiss 16-35 here, you’ve definitely made me want to check out some of the more modern lens
Even without stabilization, the Tamron 11-20 looked really smooth as you were walking down the stairs. Or you're the smoothest walker in the world. We just picked one up for our a6400 and excited to try it out 🥳
Awesome video. I’m looking to get more into vlogging and was curious about my lens setup. I do have the Sony 20m so stoked that you like and recommend it! Keep it up!
Great recommendations! I have been loving my Tamron 17-28mm…..I am tempted by the 20mm because of that 1.8 and the price (for EDU people like me $618 right now crazy!!), but that 14mm 1.8 is for sure calling my name for wide. So many good choices with Sony….so many! Great video as always!
I got that crazy wingspan and have been using the 24-70mm f2.8 Gmaster to vlog. I like getting quick B-Roll shots at 70mm and can use 24mm pretty easily. Obviously real big though. haha
Amazing video my brotha. You literally answered all my questions. Really killer job! Thank you so much! Do you have a similar video where you compare Mics for Sony camera vlogging?
@@JasonVong def is! being a novice im one of those guys that watches hours of videos before a purchase. your channel helps shaves a couple hours off now.. just a couple.. ha
I'm just getting into this and tried to shoot a vlog style thing to try it out on a Sony full frame 28mm....tight to say the least. This video was exactly what I needed to have it all explained to me. Thank you very much. Subbed!
Thanks for this video Jason! I’ve been thinking long enough which lens to get and after watching your video I think I’ll go for the Sony FE 16-35 mm f/4.
Yeah man you definitely need to try the Rokinon 18mm. It's not G Master quality but for the size/weight and price, I consider it the best full frame vlogging lens for sony. Throw on a better lens for paid gigs...
Tamron 17-28 F2.8 is my go to, one thing I wish is that it was stabilized since I do like to record a lot as I am walking. I am thinking about that Sony 20mm F1.8 though, hmm.
hey, nice video! I totally agree with you in regard of the best vlogging full frame lens, the sony 20mm f1.8. It's light, fast, super value, and you can mount an ND on it. It is also perfectly wide enough. Keep up with the good work!
LOL! I just got the Tamron 17-28mm lens and you only briefly went over that as opposed to the others. I hope I like this lens as I just got after watching many vids on it. It seems like it will do me well at arms distance length. I'll only know once I get it in a couple of days.
We use the Sony A7IV with Sony 14mm GM lens, with the rear ND filters, and Sony ECM-B1M microphone. When we want a little tighter we hit Super-35 or crop in post. A7IV has plenty of mega pixels. Basically we’ve drank the Sony cool-aid.
Broke as a joke APS-C crowd here. If you're looking for an ultrawide on the cheap you can't go wrong with the Rikinon/Samyang 12mm F2.0 Ultra Wide. It's about $270 and goes on sale for as low as about $220! For that price you're giving up OSS and autofocus but if you're a stationary streamer or tripod vlogger this thing is perfect. Even if you're just new to this & curious about ultrawide it's a good super cheap option for your first ultrawide. Also it makes for great cat hug photos. LOL
Great guide, shot my first vlog using the 16-35 f2.8 , did notice holding it up gets pretty heavy after a while. I still love the lens and barely take it off my Sony a7iii.
HI Jason!! I like you channel a lot, and I want a smaller set up for better AF in video, I am a DSLR NIkon D7500 , so I am looking for a a small set up, what do you recomend from Sony?? A6100? ZV1?? or the like. I would use it mostly for vlogging and video making, and it would be my camera for when I do not want to carry my DSLR, mostly would be pair with the sigma 16 F1.4 or something in the 10-20 mm zoom range. For the body only $1000 is the budget.
LOL, you had some much gear when you were in Korea. Another great informative video and we’re swapping gear for our upcoming trip to the US so this was helpful
Although this video isn't relevant to me -- I don't vlog (yet...) -- I much prefer this style over the style you used in the review for the Sony 24-70 Gmaster you made in Switzerland (green screen stuff, cutesy/joking). This one is much more professional but still has a light hearted sense to it. The other style is corny, over the top - that makes it hard to sort through the humor to find the message and the green screen content becomes a distraction; it makes you look like a rookie weather reporter in Tiny Town, USA. I could be wrong and I may not be your target demographic; but thought I would give you some honest feedback. Your thoughts?
I have the sigma 24-70 f2.8 and I thought about grabbing the Zeiss 18. But when I saw the 20mm f1.8 I think I’m going for that to complete my collection
Agree. I use their 24mm 2.8 - so cheap for my first lens and image wuality is so sharp. The only problem it is good weather lens since it doesn't have weather sealing. Probably will leave it on my face cam later on when i buy it and some more premium westher sealed wide angle lens lol
Pffff i use samyang 24mm 2.8. It is extremely lightweight and costed 250! :D The only downside would be lack of weather sealing - everything else is so good. So the only compromise is that I have to use it during non rainy days outside. Saving for 16-35mm. But also your top pick interest me if I am tired for saving for 16-35 lol XD
Hey there first of all thank you for all your videos, you are the best ! Keep on going full powerrr I just have to ask for your help (hope you’ll see) I have the a74 with the 16-35 f4 pz And i am struggling to decide between the sony 10-18 and sony 10-20 for vloging on my zv-e10. Sadly need to go with the f4, but i really want all the benefits of the 10-20, but the oss and being able to wide shot with the 10-18 on my full frame also, is big ! Confused and cant make the choice...
Hi Jason, AMAZING VIDEO!!! Silly question, just purchased the camera, but if I were to use my A7C with a Delgato Cam Link, could I use an HDMI to USB-C cable to connect the A7C to my Mac and it still work where I could do live recordings? If not, please let know what type of cable I should use. Thank you.
Hello ! I bought the 20mm 1.8 G from Sony but I don't get the same result as you... my framing is tighter. Did you make any special settings? THANKS :)
How come there wasn’t so much jello on the wall down the steps with the a6400 + tamron 11-20. I’m deciding if I should upgrade the zv-e10 when it comes out… idk about its rolling shutter Wonderful vid!!!! Thanks Jason 💯
This is an excellent video! We noticed that the Tamron lens also doesn’t work with some so y camera body menu features and we get a lot of errors. Sony lenses have no issue. Any idea why that might be?
Biggest issue with the 20 1.8G is the focus breathing. If you’re doing taking head stuff it’s ok but when you want to turn it around and take advantage of the nice creamy bokeh it all starts to look very amateur when you start focus pulling and such. Love your work though!
For aps-c cameras the kit lens is good enough for vlogging in my opinion. For full frame - what about zeiss 16-35 f4 ? It’s relatively cheap and has image stabilization. I think it’s a great choice.
I feel like I base my lens choice on minimum focus distance nowadays (got too use to my iPhone) I have the Sony Sonnar 35mm and my god, I have to hold my arm out 13" before anything gets in focus. I love the 14mm but I wonder if that 10 inches would get annoying for trying to take food photos
I tried the Tampon 20mm F2.8 and it is really good for what it is and if u use an wireless/lav mic, then u don't hear anything of the clicking autofocus :) but the 20mm F1.8 is still on my Wishlist :D
its Apsc lens so with crop factor it is 25.5-105mm lens. And he already said that 24mm is not wide enough so 25.5mm will be even tighter. It’s not good for vlogging But if you want to vlog with that lens you can work it out. It’s just not ideal.
I'm begging you, please review the Viltrox 24mm 1.8 FE. My Sony A7C and Viltrox is on it's way and I'm afraid of facing regrets. :( Cheers from the Philippines!
I've been watching your channel for 2 years.
Everything i need to know is in this channel.
I like the way you talk not too fast and your review is the best to me.
just keep doing man!
Another nice feature of 20mm (other than it is often more useful than 24mm, you can always crop in post) is that 20mm is the widest focal length where vertical lines are not distorted.
I also have the Sony 20G 1.8 (sold my 24GM for it after using it). It's really the best choice for vlogging on a full frame IMO and its so useful for so many other things. It's really one of the best lenses I own
I love mine too and its nice to see otters see that it has so much use tho
Same! Rocking it on my a7iv and really love it
Why do you think it's the best choice?
@@petemauro1375 Its the ideal focal length if you want to vlog, its also wider and more cinematic (if wide The Revenant-type shots are your thing) for wedding films, music videos, etc. I also found it doesn't focus breathe/hunt nearly as much wide open. I stand by the 20mm 1.8 100%
For APS-C, we also have the new Samyang 12mm f2 AF as a vlogging option. It's a probably a good middle ground between lowlight from the sigma 16mm and both the ultrawide angle options 👍
Great video as always man! I prefer the 16-35mm F4. Versatile, light, OSS.
I missed you man! Welcome back!
We’ve been using the 24-70mm 2.8 gMaster since we upgraded to the A7s3 and love it. Yes it’s heavy but it feels like an all in one solution. I wish I could go a little wider but we bought the 16-30 gMaster and I always feel so limited by the zoom on that one. I know with the digital stabilization crop 24 seems too close but we’ve made it work for the most part.
When we had the a6400/6600 all we used was the sigma 16mm and were very happy with that setup.
Thanks got the great video as always.
Thanks for sharing! I think people often get too caught up with 24 not being wide enough but neglect to use the other focal lengths that can bring in so much more to their shots!
How did you find the A6400 with 16mm considering their is no IBIS in the A6400?
@@RichardBauer_ you can go watch our videos from back then. We honestly just adjusted our filming to not walk and talk and to do more shots while we were standing in one spot.
Bro you’re killing it love your screen presence keep up the good work! A7siii with zeiss 16-35 here, you’ve definitely made me want to check out some of the more modern lens
Even without stabilization, the Tamron 11-20 looked really smooth as you were walking down the stairs. Or you're the smoothest walker in the world.
We just picked one up for our a6400 and excited to try it out 🥳
Love the weight of my tamron 17-28 for vlogging, but you’re making that 14 GM look really tempting
Awesome video. I’m looking to get more into vlogging and was curious about my lens setup. I do have the Sony 20m so stoked that you like and recommend it! Keep it up!
About time another Jason Vong video
Great recommendations! I have been loving my Tamron 17-28mm…..I am tempted by the 20mm because of that 1.8 and the price (for EDU people like me $618 right now crazy!!), but that 14mm 1.8 is for sure calling my name for wide. So many good choices with Sony….so many! Great video as always!
REALLY LOVED the lens / info graphics you used detailing the specs..well done well done!!! Well Done!
Was waiting for the 20mm 1.8 to pop up and it did :) Definitely find it the most ideal for me
The BEST for LAST!
I got that crazy wingspan and have been using the 24-70mm f2.8 Gmaster to vlog. I like getting quick B-Roll shots at 70mm and can use 24mm pretty easily. Obviously real big though. haha
Agreed! That and the 24GM for me. Same - have a 1.91m ‘wingspan’!
@@8AM_AU 2.10m wingspan here. Lol
Congrats on 300K man 🎉 🥳
Followed your recommandation for the 20mm 1.8 … couldn’t be happier. Not only for vlogging but as a talking head shot lens!! It’s a keeper
I love my Tamron 17-28mm, BUT we need a 20-50mm like the one from Panasonic L mount.
I got the 10 -18 for the zv-e10 and its amazing
Thats 10-18 on full frame its mind blow!!
One more thing , is good to have you back with new videos
Sony Full frame + Sigma 16mm f/1.4 + active stabilitation + image clear zoom = win combo (conts -> The focus area just work in the midle of the frame)
Great video! I'm a big fan of the Sigma Art lenses on the FX3! I use the Sigma 14-24mm f2.8 and 24-70mm.
Congrats on 300K! I use the 20 f/1.8 G lens. I like that it's plenty wide, but with my A7C I can crop it with APS-C mode if I need to.
Amazing video my brotha. You literally answered all my questions. Really killer job! Thank you so much!
Do you have a similar video where you compare Mics for Sony camera vlogging?
Happy to hear my first prime is the #1 for full frame vlogging
20mm? :)
rocking the sony 20mm mainly cause of opinions of yours and sidney diongzen. Thank you guys!
nice!! hope it's working out for you! :)
@@JasonVong def is! being a novice im one of those guys that watches hours of videos before a purchase. your channel helps shaves a couple hours off now.. just a couple.. ha
I'm just getting into this and tried to shoot a vlog style thing to try it out on a Sony full frame 28mm....tight to say the least. This video was exactly what I needed to have it all explained to me. Thank you very much. Subbed!
Thanks for this video Jason! I’ve been thinking long enough which lens to get and after watching your video I think I’ll go for the Sony FE 16-35 mm f/4.
Yeah man you definitely need to try the Rokinon 18mm. It's not G Master quality but for the size/weight and price, I consider it the best full frame vlogging lens for sony. Throw on a better lens for paid gigs...
Tamron 17-28 F2.8 is my go to, one thing I wish is that it was stabilized since I do like to record a lot as I am walking. I am thinking about that Sony 20mm F1.8 though, hmm.
hey, nice video! I totally agree with you in regard of the best vlogging full frame lens, the sony 20mm f1.8. It's light, fast, super value, and you can mount an ND on it. It is also perfectly wide enough. Keep up with the good work!
Great vid and great location! Slightly bummed we didn’t get your take on the Samyang 12mm F2 AF. Seems like a good contender in the apsc lens lineup
LOL! I just got the Tamron 17-28mm lens and you only briefly went over that as opposed to the others. I hope I like this lens as I just got after watching many vids on it. It seems like it will do me well at arms distance length. I'll only know once I get it in a couple of days.
It was brief but I also made an entire video out of it. It's a great vlogging lens, enjoy it!
@@JasonVong That’s great. Could you possibly provide a link to the video so I can see it please thank you.
I’ve got a A7C and I think I’m going to try and get a 20mm…. Appreciate the video
Such a helpful video bro! Thanks for all the info!
Glad it was helpful!
We use the Sony A7IV with Sony 14mm GM lens, with the rear ND filters, and Sony ECM-B1M microphone. When we want a little tighter we hit Super-35 or crop in post. A7IV has plenty of mega pixels. Basically we’ve drank the Sony cool-aid.
Broke as a joke APS-C crowd here. If you're looking for an ultrawide on the cheap you can't go wrong with the Rikinon/Samyang 12mm F2.0 Ultra Wide. It's about $270 and goes on sale for as low as about $220! For that price you're giving up OSS and autofocus but if you're a stationary streamer or tripod vlogger this thing is perfect. Even if you're just new to this & curious about ultrawide it's a good super cheap option for your first ultrawide. Also it makes for great cat hug photos. LOL
Man such a great video ❤️
So much detailed in it 💯
Thank you so much❤️👌
Love the content👏👏
congrats on 300k !
Very useful video, one more sub! Do you thing you can use a Tamron 17-70 on a Full Frame and still work like the 17-28 you show on this video?
Thanks for the great information very concise compared to the lenses that I already have I’m using the Sony a 6400 with the sigma 16
Great video and amazing selection of lenses. I have bought the sigma 16mm f1.4 for my zve10 and I'm happy with it as a studio camera.
Great video. Thanks for sharing Jason!
tamron 20mm. 2.8. 300$. I am surprised you didn't recommend that.. its lightweight cheap and WIDE!
Perfect perfect perfect ! you answered all my questions !! Thanks
Love to see more of my beloved 20mm
Best line was “if you have short T-Rex arms.” Great video.
Great guide, shot my first vlog using the 16-35 f2.8 , did notice holding it up gets pretty heavy after a while.
I still love the lens and barely take it off my Sony a7iii.
To the 12-24mm - if you want f2.8 and your are fine with "only" 14mm - check the Sigma 14-24mm F2,8 DG DN Art - mostly same price as the 12-24mm f4
HI Jason!! I like you channel a lot, and I want a smaller set up for better AF in video, I am a DSLR NIkon D7500 , so I am looking for a a small set up, what do you recomend from Sony?? A6100? ZV1?? or the like. I would use it mostly for vlogging and video making, and it would be my camera for when I do not want to carry my DSLR, mostly would be pair with the sigma 16 F1.4 or something in the 10-20 mm zoom range. For the body only $1000 is the budget.
congrats 300k jason!
Thank you!!
LOL, you had some much gear when you were in Korea. Another great informative video and we’re swapping gear for our upcoming trip to the US so this was helpful
thank you! just the video I was looking for. Liked and subbed
a6400 with a Rokinon 2.8 14mm full frame lens. i just tried it, it works good. i only pay $180 used
This was so helpful thank you!
Although this video isn't relevant to me -- I don't vlog (yet...) -- I much prefer this style over the style you used in the review for the Sony 24-70 Gmaster you made in Switzerland (green screen stuff, cutesy/joking). This one is much more professional but still has a light hearted sense to it. The other style is corny, over the top - that makes it hard to sort through the humor to find the message and the green screen content becomes a distraction; it makes you look like a rookie weather reporter in Tiny Town, USA. I could be wrong and I may not be your target demographic; but thought I would give you some honest feedback. Your thoughts?
Samyang recently announced an updated 12mm F2 for APSC with autofocus… i dont know if its available yet
I have the sigma 24-70 f2.8 and I thought about grabbing the Zeiss 18. But when I saw the 20mm f1.8 I think I’m going for that to complete my collection
I’ve been using the samyang RF14mm 2.8. It’s really light, I think my r5 is heavier. I think samyang/rokinon are putting out some great stuff nowadays
Agree. I use their 24mm 2.8 - so cheap for my first lens and image wuality is so sharp. The only problem it is good weather lens since it doesn't have weather sealing. Probably will leave it on my face cam later on when i buy it and some more premium westher sealed wide angle lens lol
Pffff i use samyang 24mm 2.8. It is extremely lightweight and costed 250! :D The only downside would be lack of weather sealing - everything else is so good. So the only compromise is that I have to use it during non rainy days outside. Saving for 16-35mm. But also your top pick interest me if I am tired for saving for 16-35 lol XD
For aps-c get the tampon 11-20 and FF should use 16-35. That’s it, no need for a long video.
Was hoping to see the Samyang 12mm F 2.0. I have the Tamron 11-20mm but I do wish it was a little smaller and faster. The Samyang seems perfect.
yey, I'm glad purchased the 20G 😁
Hey there first of all thank you for all your videos, you are the best ! Keep on going full powerrr
I just have to ask for your help (hope you’ll see)
I have the a74 with the 16-35 f4 pz
And i am struggling to decide between the sony 10-18 and sony 10-20 for vloging on my zv-e10.
Sadly need to go with the f4, but i really want all the benefits of the 10-20, but the oss and being able to wide shot with the 10-18 on my full frame also, is big !
Confused and cant make the choice...
Been loving my Rokinon 18 f2.8 on my a7c so far!
Hi Jason, AMAZING VIDEO!!! Silly question, just purchased the camera, but if I were to use my A7C with a Delgato Cam Link, could I use an HDMI to USB-C cable to connect the A7C to my Mac and it still work where I could do live recordings? If not, please let know what type of cable I should use. Thank you.
Hello ! I bought the 20mm 1.8 G from Sony but I don't get the same result as you... my framing is tighter. Did you make any special settings?
THANKS :)
How come there wasn’t so much jello on the wall down the steps with the a6400 + tamron 11-20. I’m deciding if I should upgrade the zv-e10 when it comes out… idk about its rolling shutter
Wonderful vid!!!! Thanks Jason 💯
This is an excellent video! We noticed that the Tamron lens also doesn’t work with some so y camera body menu features and we get a lot of errors. Sony lenses have no issue. Any idea why that might be?
Wow this is a solid video! Thanks man
Great video!
Biggest issue with the 20 1.8G is the focus breathing. If you’re doing taking head stuff it’s ok but when you want to turn it around and take advantage of the nice creamy bokeh it all starts to look very amateur when you start focus pulling and such. Love your work though!
I love this guy because he puts the got damn price in the video
best vlog lens for Sony FX30 and Sony ZV-E10? 🙂 what is your personal recommendation.
Great video!! Very insightful. What lens would you recommend for Astro photography? (Milky Way )
Check out my video with Stan Moniz! We have a couple videos if you type "Jason Vong Astro" but I think the 14GM is probably the highest on the list!
@@JasonVong thank you so much for replying , will check these videos and look at the 14GM Lens
Would u recommend a UW-lens for a7iii or Sony zv-1 ?
Really good video thanks for sharing
… hi Jason, I’am waiting for your 70-200 GM II review! 🤔
What an excellent video!!
Please suggest a bought autofocus ultra wide angle lens for indoor Real Estate videography with Sony ZV-E10 camera ?
Good one Jason!
Sony Xperia 1 Mark is the best in the camera business because he uses the best Zeiss lenses at the moment
this whole video about lenses.. me looking at my iPhone 12 Pro max 😂
For aps-c cameras the kit lens is good enough for vlogging in my opinion. For full frame - what about zeiss 16-35 f4 ? It’s relatively cheap and has image stabilization. I think it’s a great choice.
I talked highly about that lens in the video! :)
@@JasonVong my bad :D
*for my a6400 I have the Sony 16mm f2.8 and the Sigma 16mm f1.4 and can see some differences for them, of course the Sony is the less at $224 or $250*
I feel like I base my lens choice on minimum focus distance nowadays (got too use to my iPhone) I have the Sony Sonnar 35mm and my god, I have to hold my arm out 13" before anything gets in focus. I love the 14mm but I wonder if that 10 inches would get annoying for trying to take food photos
VLOGGGING: VONG in a LOGGG cabin!!!!!!! 🤣
Sigma 16-24 mm f2.8 is a no brainer. it wasn't out at the time of this video
I tried the Tampon 20mm F2.8
and it is really good for what it is
and if u use an wireless/lav mic, then u don't hear anything of the clicking autofocus :)
but the 20mm F1.8 is still on my Wishlist :D
Bro 💀
I’m surprised the tamron 17-70 isn’t in the list. Any particular reason, Jason?
its Apsc lens so with crop factor it is 25.5-105mm lens. And he already said that 24mm is not wide enough so 25.5mm will be even tighter.
It’s not good for vlogging But if you want to vlog with that lens you can work it out. It’s just not ideal.
@@siddhantkhanal4043 see…that’s why I shouldn’t drop a comment when I just woke up 🤦🏻♂️ totally forgot it’s Apsc.
Can you recommend one lens for vlogging?
I'm using the sony kit lens so far and I've purchased a sigma 30mm f1.4. (a6400)
10-18mm baby
What do you think about the samyang 24mm 2.8?
lookin good
I'm begging you, please review the Viltrox 24mm 1.8 FE. My Sony A7C and Viltrox is on it's way and I'm afraid of facing regrets. :(
Cheers from the Philippines!
Can you zoom in on the 10-18 Sony lens
Please review the tamron 11 to 20mm 2.8
Much love from Africa
I can’t find the information the the extendable vlog tripod! Help! 🥲