My biggest complaint with the 7Artisans 60mm Macro lens is how easily I can bump the aperture when holding it. Too many pictures that should be F8 end up at F2.8!
Goodness gracious thats a fine looking optic! There's me sitting over here still using my 1990s canon 100mm f2.8 USM (non L version). Another superbly delivered review Chris! You are such a valuable resource to photographers worldwide for your no-nonsense, pleasingly formulaic and clinical reviews. Thank you!
I was just watching his video :-) I actually really liked that he was honest about a couple of the lens's slight weaknesses, he seems like such a nice guy.
Christopher Frost Photography that’s correct I was surprised too about this part and it was appreciated but nothing better than your review for my point of view 😉
I own the Sigma 70mm Macro Art and the lack of stabilization hasn’t been a problem for me even on the Sony a6400. I am either in a tripod or have the shutter speed a little higher when handheld and haven’t noticed any sharpness issues.
Not leave often a comment but thanks for your reviews, they helped me a lot. Especially as i am currently thinking about switching systems from canon to sony and do quite often product and macro shots this one really was interesting. Keep up the good work
Hello Chris. Can we have a tour of your home studio? Your setup and charts that you use? Interesting to see how you cope with different focal lengths and how far you have to stand to get your charts in. I bet that gives you a real challenge sometimes. Thank you and God bless.
@@fellowcitizen oh I see. So could you buy the L mount converter, swap the lens e bayonet with the tele body bayonet with a mini screwdriver so it all couples again. you would loose the electronic controls but use the lens in full manual?
I would be interested as well. I want to dabble into macro photography and can't care less about auto focus. I have plenty of lenses in that focal range with AF
That aperture ring design is what I'd love to see in their X mount lenses whenever that happens. Wish Fuji could follow that engineering design too. Although that's nit-picking in a way from me.
It looks pretty fantastic, this is what I'd want if I wasn't perfectly happy with my Laowa 100mm. If I ever need AF in a macro lens and if this is ever available for Nikon Z this the lens I'd go for.
I didn't have a lot of money and ended getting myself an older Sigma EX 105mm f2.8 DG OS Macro HSM for my Canon D1X MK III, and I really enjoy using it .......
I really enjoy your review videos. It's pleasant to watch, esp. with that piano playing in the background. Just a suggestion to your Sony e-mount lens: Replace the Sony alpha with the newer 3rd gen or 4th gen to better reflect on autofocus speed test. Best would be a7R4. You have the best AF, and ability to crop to about 26MP aps-c mode. This is better than using a5100 as a test for crop camera image.
I would like to upgrade to a Sony a7R III (I want to stay testing lenses in the 42-45mp area) but it will cost me £700 to do so, just so that I can show a slight difference in autofocus - I just can't afford that I'm afraid!
I just bought this lens. I’ve tried it today and it’s really amazing! I love using macro lenses for many different types of photography, including portraits. But this lens is far from quiet though, when it comes to autofocus! Is it my copy or is it normal with this lens? It makes a lot of noise, also in video mode.
I just bought this lens, Christopher can you help me please? by indicating your settings for close-up portrait? 1. When you took portrait photos, what position did you have the focus limiter in? 2. The focus selector in AF? 3. Focus mode at AF-C? 4. Area of focus, Center or width? 5. Measurement mode, center or multi? I am having a hard time learning to control all your settings, please help me
Great lens for the price, although it has ugly look, OS is noisy, autofocus is a bit slow and hunting but I adjust the autofocus limiter switch and it focus faster. Great for handled macro and also portrait
Christopher, thank you for another excellent review. How much easier is it to hold the lens steady at 1:1 macro using the Sony 90mm's OSS&IBIS vs. IBIS only for the Laowa or Sigma?
A very nice review. Have you tested the Sony 90 macro lens? If so, which one would you choose for car/car details photography? Is the 90’s AF system so much of a value, comparing to the 105’s price, focal length and weather sealing?
Great review again thanks! Would definitely consider getting this if I didn’t have the 90mm Sony macro. The Sony has heavy focus breathing too, but I do like that it has OSS. Great seeing Sigma bringing out more of these fantastic options (love my Sigma 24-70 DN) 🤩🥳
I am wondering if the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN MACRO Art FE-mount firmware update requires a Sigma USB docking station, as I failed to find it available for FE mount.
Hi, thanks for the amazing review! I own a Sony a6100 and I predominantly use it for food photography. Do you think the lack of lens stabilization is a major issue, especially as I usually use a tripod?
@@HappyHubris you think that it makes sense to those companies to share what they have worked on for years? I shoot Sigma but I don't expect Canon or Nikon to help them take money away from themselves
That aperture ring really is nice! Speaking of Sigma, have you considered retesting the 50-100 f1.8 "Art" on the M6 Mark ii? Would be interesting to know whether it can resolve such a demanding sensor.
If Sigma started to make lenses for the Fuji X mount, I would start buying tomorrow. They seem to hold themselves to outstanding standards, which is more than I can say about other 3rd party manufacturers that focus on Fuji.
nice review we own 2 of the last sigma 105mm macros, I chose them over all the other macro lenses we bought and tried, sigma 150 macro and canon 100mm L, I was amazed to see sigma has dropped the IS with the new lens when our version has it, with any freehand Macro work it is essential as the tiniest movement ruins the shot??? doubly confusing as the new 105 is 40% more expensive
thats my worries, buy the old with IS and save money, og would i be more happy with the new one? I have the sigma 35mm art, and 50mm Art for canon and use it om a 5D mrk4
Any chance you can do a quick test for coma and astigmatism? Some macro lenses are said to be quite good for astro considering their flat field of view. This one seems to have exceptional sharpness all the way to the corners, and the corners aren't very dark either.
I only really do coma tests for wider angle lenses with brighter apertures. With astigmatism, you can get a good indication of that on the test chart picture :-)
Being that I have the Tamron 90mm Macro.. and now the Canon 35mm RF macro.. I think Im covered.. If I wanted another I'd go with that skinny laowa lens.
What you described isnt focus breathing. Focus breathing is a term that describes the change in focal length that occurs as a result of adjusting the focusing distance of a lens. What you showed is the camera searching a focus.
Can you do a video where in you review the autofocus of sony 18-105mm with a6000 with sports outdoors. Like how it would track the subject moving side to side. I really would like to know how the autofocus performs.
The ability to quickly switch to manual focus and having the manual focus be mechanical is what makes the Sony G worth it if you're going to shoot macro regularly and have the extra cash. My only complaints about it are the amount of focus breathing (which might be inevitable, but isn't ideal for stacking focus) and shorter focal length. I shoot insects a lot and would love something like a 135mm macro for it so I don't spook them...
I forget if it was Sigma or Tamron, but one of them used to make a 180mm macro lens, which I almost decided to get (for the exact same reason that you want that 135mm macro). I'm afraid they stopped making it though, but I still somewhat hope for an updated/new version of it.
Great review as usual, Chris. That said, next time you're talking to Sigma, please encourage them to start releasing lenses like this for the RF mount. I love my EOS R, but I am not as enamored with Canon's lens pricing. It sure would be nice to have some third-party optics to choose from, especially ones made by Sigma. :-)
Don't worry, I think they already know that everyone wants these lenses on RF and Z mount cameras, too :-) my guess is that it's just a question of manufacturing capacity, and getting the autofocus algorithms sorted out etc (that's just my guess, though)
@@christopherfrost Thank you for the reply. You know, this raises another interesting topic for potential discussion. As a long time Olympus, and Canon user, I naturally have observations about both systems, many positive and some not so positive. While people are always arguing the technical aspects of various cameras/lenses/systems, what is often missed is the relative financial considerations. I think, Canon, Olympus, Nikon, Pentax, Fuji, etc. probably all make superb equipment for the most part, along with the occasional "dog," but it would be very interesting to compare systems in terms of total cost of ownership--average lens price, maintenance costs, etc. While a camera body and a kit lens can be enough to lure you in, what may not be obvious is how expensive a particular brand can be as you seek to flush out your camera bag with the items you need to get the shots you want. Let's face it, if you're buying a camera with an interchangeable lens mount, it isn't because you plan to never use more than one lens. Over the years, I've found my Olympus System to be generally good value for the money. I've been able to afford professional spec'd optics, and get long and reliable service from everything. After buying the Canon EOR R, with the 24-105 f/4L, I have looked at other RF mount lenses, but to date, I have avoided buying any due to their remarkably serious price points, and weight penalties. Anyway, it would be interesting to see how systems compare in terms of price when, say, a body, wide zoom, standard zoom, and long lens are thrown in for consideration. This could be done in two parts--at the consumer level, and at the serious level. Just a thought, and thanks again for the excellent videos.
You got me really confused.. I was set to buy the Sony 90mm Macro, but now there is this.. I prefer the longer focal length, but I feel like the autofocus on the sony and the overall sharpness of the sony is better.. Its a shame that none of the reviews online ever test the autofocus at smaller apertures, starting from f/8 and lower, because these are the usual apertures that macro shooters use
There hasn't been a bad 90-120mm macro lens in the last 20years. This new Sigma is no exception. LoCA control is outstanding, ghost flare is minimal, remarkable. The color and bokeh rendering are two slight shortcomings. Look at maybe Contax645 Zeiss 120mm, Voigtlander 125mm or Fuji GFX 120mm F4.
A very good price for a lens like this in my opinion. The 90mm macro from Sony on the other hand has also OSS, but is also more expensive - the real question is if the higher price also shows in its features (it actually still has a mechanical manual focus - so good for macro!) and image quality.
That aperture ring with the declicking and especially the ability to lock it should be the new standard for all lenses
Definitely agree. It's really enjoyable to use
As should the rubber gasket. Silly that any lens over $100 doesn't have a rubber gasket.
My biggest complaint with the 7Artisans 60mm Macro lens is how easily I can bump the aperture when holding it. Too many pictures that should be F8 end up at F2.8!
@@aliendroneservices6621 Yes, I hate how all these companies force segmentation between consumer and pro lenses by leaving off a $0.50 gasket.
Funny thing is the aperture ring with a lock has been implemented on AF-D lenses by Nikon for decades until the G lenses took over.
Access to Sigma lens perfection has become the big advantage of the Sony system.
Your hard work is acknowledged. So many lenses, so little time.
There really are hehe. I literally don't have enough time in the day to do all the reviews I want (especially as I already have a full-time job!)
Goodness gracious thats a fine looking optic! There's me sitting over here still using my 1990s canon 100mm f2.8 USM (non L version).
Another superbly delivered review Chris! You are such a valuable resource to photographers worldwide for your no-nonsense, pleasingly formulaic and clinical reviews. Thank you!
When you don't trust totally sigma's executive you come to Christopher review !! ✌️
I was just watching his video :-) I actually really liked that he was honest about a couple of the lens's slight weaknesses, he seems like such a nice guy.
Christopher Frost Photography that’s correct I was surprised too about this part and it was appreciated but nothing better than your review for my point of view 😉
You are my go to channel on RUclips thinking about purchasing a new lense! Excellent review, as always.
Thanks for the prompt review of this important new lens!
I received mine today. Once again, thank you, Christopher. Great revue and you made me feel good about my purchase.
I'm sold. Thanks brother, your reviews are always very helpful.
Thank you for this review! I had the Sony's macro lens in my wishlist for a bit and I'm glad we now have another, slightly cheaper option!
Thanks for an excellent review. Just the macro lens I needed for my L-mount cameras...
Thank you for the LoCA comparison! Very useful
Great review! With so little longitudinal CA and amazing sharpness it's probably apochromatic or "almost apochromatic". Want it 😍👍
That incomplete bracket in the title is giving me ocd issues...
Excellent review of an excellent lens as always !
Edit :- Looks like he corrected that
holy shit that sharpness at f2.8...sigma build a beast, again
Thanks a lot for testing and recommendation, Chris; I think I finally have to buy another Sigma Art Lens 🤭!
I own the Sigma 70mm Macro Art and the lack of stabilization hasn’t been a problem for me even on the Sony a6400. I am either in a tripod or have the shutter speed a little higher when handheld and haven’t noticed any sharpness issues.
This is the powerhouse of Reviews
It looks like, this is a great alternative for Sonys own 90mm Macro lens. Thanks Chris for your objective review.
Not leave often a comment but thanks for your reviews, they helped me a lot. Especially as i am currently thinking about switching systems from canon to sony and do quite often product and macro shots this one really was interesting. Keep up the good work
These new DG DN lenses by Sigma are simply great. I cannot think of one that is not among the best or THE best option.
Hello Chris. Can we have a tour of your home studio? Your setup and charts that you use? Interesting to see how you cope with different focal lengths and how far you have to stand to get your charts in. I bet that gives you a real challenge sometimes. Thank you and God bless.
And on L-mount it can use the same teleconverters as the 100-400 for a 2:1 image!
That's a great add-on. I wonder if sigma will ever come up with the teleconverters for Sony e-mount. I don't understand why they didn't already.
@@borjallanos201 Someone mentioned that the contract with Sony forbids it :/
@@fellowcitizen oh I see. So could you buy the L mount converter, swap the lens e bayonet with the tele body bayonet with a mini screwdriver so it all couples again. you would loose the electronic controls but use the lens in full manual?
that aperture ring is clever
Comprehensive review!
8:24, holy Chromatic Aberration on the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8!
I'm really getting lens envy over here in Fuji-land... They need some real competition - and not just from competing camera systems/lens mounts!
your voice is so soothing
That sharpness is a killer.👍👊😎
Chris needs to add a Highly Recommended Plus since this lens is out of the world.
A comparison with the Laowa macro 100 mm ( which is only manual ) would be nice. But no pressure at all, your work is highly appreciated as it is.
Take a look at my review of that lens, or macro lens comparison video - you'll get all the infoz you need to compare them :-)
I would be interested as well. I want to dabble into macro photography and can't care less about auto focus. I have plenty of lenses in that focal range with AF
perfect sharpness lens
Thank you and blessings.
well, credit card, you just heard what he said, any more questions ?
Exactly lol
Haha, those seductive reviews should contain a warning like: "Watching this review can harm your wallet" 😁
That aperture ring design is what I'd love to see in their X mount lenses whenever that happens. Wish Fuji could follow that engineering design too. Although that's nit-picking in a way from me.
i just bought the sigma 70mm macro 😞 now we have this looks like a interesting landscape/headshot/macro lens i might grab it
It looks pretty fantastic, this is what I'd want if I wasn't perfectly happy with my Laowa 100mm. If I ever need AF in a macro lens and if this is ever available for Nikon Z this the lens I'd go for.
I didn't have a lot of money and ended getting myself an older Sigma EX 105mm f2.8 DG OS Macro HSM for my Canon D1X MK III, and I really enjoy using it .......
I really enjoy your review videos. It's pleasant to watch, esp. with that piano playing in the background.
Just a suggestion to your Sony e-mount lens: Replace the Sony alpha with the newer 3rd gen or 4th gen to better reflect on autofocus speed test. Best would be a7R4. You have the best AF, and ability to crop to about 26MP aps-c mode. This is better than using a5100 as a test for crop camera image.
I would like to upgrade to a Sony a7R III (I want to stay testing lenses in the 42-45mp area) but it will cost me £700 to do so, just so that I can show a slight difference in autofocus - I just can't afford that I'm afraid!
@@christopherfrost it's a huuuuge difference in autofocus. The a7riv is also a much better sensor so I would save up and go that route
Wow, that's beyond impressive! And the timing is perfect: just saw the lens announcement on my google news reel. Thank you so much, Christopher!
Nice review as always! Did you get a chance to test shooting portraits with this lens?
No but it will be great
I just bought this lens. I’ve tried it today and it’s really amazing! I love using macro lenses for many different types of photography, including portraits. But this lens is far from quiet though, when it comes to autofocus! Is it my copy or is it normal with this lens? It makes a lot of noise, also in video mode.
Thank you
Seeing photos of this just attached to cameras, I thought it was bigger. But apparently it's smaller than a Monster can.
How does this compare to the 70mm macro from sigma for Sony? Is it worth upgrading?
I just bought this lens, Christopher can you help me please? by indicating your settings for close-up portrait?
1. When you took portrait photos, what position did you have the focus limiter in?
2. The focus selector in AF?
3. Focus mode at AF-C?
4. Area of focus, Center or width?
5. Measurement mode, center or multi?
I am having a hard time learning to control all your settings, please help me
It also takes sigma's 1.4 and 2x teleconverters. Very interesting.
I have the older version of this lens, which also works on DSLR : 105mm f2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro, I am very happy with that lens.
Same, I have it on Canon mount and got it for $400 used and it’s super sharp!
Great lens for the price, although it has ugly look, OS is noisy, autofocus is a bit slow and hunting but I adjust the autofocus limiter switch and it focus faster. Great for handled macro and also portrait
Christopher, thank you for another excellent review. How much easier is it to hold the lens steady at 1:1 macro using the Sony 90mm's OSS&IBIS vs. IBIS only for the Laowa or Sigma?
It's very difficult for all three. Image stabilization does not work well at close distances
A very nice review. Have you tested the Sony 90 macro lens? If so, which one would you choose for car/car details photography? Is the 90’s AF system so much of a value, comparing to the 105’s price, focal length and weather sealing?
In fact, I am confused between the two lenses
Great review again thanks!
Would definitely consider getting this if I didn’t have the 90mm Sony macro.
The Sony has heavy focus breathing too, but I do like that it has OSS.
Great seeing Sigma bringing out more of these fantastic options (love my Sigma 24-70 DN) 🤩🥳
I am wondering if the Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN MACRO Art FE-mount firmware update requires a Sigma USB docking station, as I failed to find it available for FE mount.
for future comparisons please consider manual Samyang 100mm f2.8
My next lens for my Panasonic S1.
for the price this is an amazing performance reminds me of sony G lens quality
Great review. Could you clarify whether the aperture lock will lock at any position or just at A?
Just at A
Hi, thanks for the amazing review! I own a Sony a6100 and I predominantly use it for food photography. Do you think the lack of lens stabilization is a major issue, especially as I usually use a tripod?
If you're using a tripod then obviously it won't be a problem :-)
Here's to hoping we get RF and Z versions of these amazing lenses 👌
Exactly this. RF version please Sigma!
Yup.. can't wait for this and 85mm for z mount
It's a shame that Canon and Nikon are keeping their lens mounts closed. There's a ton of excellent third-party glass out there!
@@HappyHubris you think that it makes sense to those companies to share what they have worked on for years? I shoot Sigma but I don't expect Canon or Nikon to help them take money away from themselves
Lol
That aperture ring really is nice! Speaking of Sigma, have you considered retesting the 50-100 f1.8 "Art" on the M6 Mark ii? Would be interesting to know whether it can resolve such a demanding sensor.
A few people keep asking me that! Maybe one day - I'm just so busy at the moment, though.
Christopher Frost Photography Ah no worries, keep up the good work!
@@christopherfrost Demand for your work must be very high, with the excellent quality of it. Keep it up!
do you think that with its weight and the A7R III it can hold up on a zhiyun weebill S ??
If Sigma started to make lenses for the Fuji X mount, I would start buying tomorrow. They seem to hold themselves to outstanding standards, which is more than I can say about other 3rd party manufacturers that focus on Fuji.
I’ve just picked up the Sony a7iii with the Sigma 24-70 f2.8. I wanted the Fuji X-T4 but the third party lens options stopped me from picking it up.
X mount license is pricey, fugi is bad for community
nice review we own 2 of the last sigma 105mm macros, I chose them over all the other macro lenses we bought and tried, sigma 150 macro and canon 100mm L, I was amazed to see sigma has dropped the IS with the new lens when our version has it, with any freehand Macro work it is essential as the tiniest movement ruins the shot??? doubly confusing as the new 105 is 40% more expensive
Old sigma with OS is amazing for handheld macro shooting, OS is a bit noisy and focus not as fast but sharpness and price is great
thats my worries, buy the old with IS and save money, og would i be more happy with the new one? I have the sigma 35mm art, and 50mm Art for canon and use it om a 5D mrk4
do you have a review of the older HSM version? Would love a comparison
He have
I am so happy with my sigma 70mm macro. but this new 105mm lens seems even a bit better! thank you for yet another brilliant review! :)
Any chance you can do a quick test for coma and astigmatism? Some macro lenses are said to be quite good for astro considering their flat field of view. This one seems to have exceptional sharpness all the way to the corners, and the corners aren't very dark either.
I only really do coma tests for wider angle lenses with brighter apertures. With astigmatism, you can get a good indication of that on the test chart picture :-)
Does magnification will be higher If used on crop sensor?
Being that I have the Tamron 90mm Macro.. and now the Canon 35mm RF macro.. I think Im covered..
If I wanted another I'd go with that skinny laowa lens.
What you described isnt focus breathing. Focus breathing is a term that describes the change in focal length that occurs as a result of adjusting the focusing distance of a lens. What you showed is the camera searching a focus.
How do I use it for dental photography without the magnification guide?
Is there any other lens in the market with this impressive sharpness edge to edge? My camera is EF and EF-S compatible only...
Can you do a video where in you review the autofocus of sony 18-105mm with a6000 with sports outdoors. Like how it would track the subject moving side to side. I really would like to know how the autofocus performs.
You want me to make an entire video just about that specifically?!
Christopher, one question that is it compatible with Canon M50 Mark ii with adapter?
The ability to quickly switch to manual focus and having the manual focus be mechanical is what makes the Sony G worth it if you're going to shoot macro regularly and have the extra cash. My only complaints about it are the amount of focus breathing (which might be inevitable, but isn't ideal for stacking focus) and shorter focal length. I shoot insects a lot and would love something like a 135mm macro for it so I don't spook them...
I forget if it was Sigma or Tamron, but one of them used to make a 180mm macro lens, which I almost decided to get (for the exact same reason that you want that 135mm macro). I'm afraid they stopped making it though, but I still somewhat hope for an updated/new version of it.
Did you checked the new sony 70-200? It has 0.5x magnification and you can use the 2x and 1.4x teleconverters for more magnification and reach.
Great review as usual, Chris. That said, next time you're talking to Sigma, please encourage them to start releasing lenses like this for the RF mount. I love my EOS R, but I am not as enamored with Canon's lens pricing. It sure would be nice to have some third-party optics to choose from, especially ones made by Sigma. :-)
Don't worry, I think they already know that everyone wants these lenses on RF and Z mount cameras, too :-) my guess is that it's just a question of manufacturing capacity, and getting the autofocus algorithms sorted out etc (that's just my guess, though)
@@christopherfrost Thank you for the reply. You know, this raises another interesting topic for potential discussion. As a long time Olympus, and Canon user, I naturally have observations about both systems, many positive and some not so positive. While people are always arguing the technical aspects of various cameras/lenses/systems, what is often missed is the relative financial considerations. I think, Canon, Olympus, Nikon, Pentax, Fuji, etc. probably all make superb equipment for the most part, along with the occasional "dog," but it would be very interesting to compare systems in terms of total cost of ownership--average lens price, maintenance costs, etc. While a camera body and a kit lens can be enough to lure you in, what may not be obvious is how expensive a particular brand can be as you seek to flush out your camera bag with the items you need to get the shots you want. Let's face it, if you're buying a camera with an interchangeable lens mount, it isn't because you plan to never use more than one lens. Over the years, I've found my Olympus System to be generally good value for the money. I've been able to afford professional spec'd optics, and get long and reliable service from everything. After buying the Canon EOR R, with the 24-105 f/4L, I have looked at other RF mount lenses, but to date, I have avoided buying any due to their remarkably serious price points, and weight penalties. Anyway, it would be interesting to see how systems compare in terms of price when, say, a body, wide zoom, standard zoom, and long lens are thrown in for consideration. This could be done in two parts--at the consumer level, and at the serious level. Just a thought, and thanks again for the excellent videos.
Can you do a comparison with the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 macro?
Just take a look at my review of that lens :-)
Can you do
Nikon afp 70-300mm vr lens
You didn't show us a corner of the close-up picture.
how does this lens behave at f16 on apsc? i thought you would test it at f22 and f16 but you stopped at f11
I've noticed the AF speed on a lot of Sigma lenses is significantly slower than Sony lenses.
How useful/reliable did you find the autofocus at macro distances?
It seemed fine
You got me really confused..
I was set to buy the Sony 90mm Macro, but now there is this..
I prefer the longer focal length, but I feel like the autofocus on the sony and the overall sharpness of the sony is better..
Its a shame that none of the reviews online ever test the autofocus at smaller apertures, starting from f/8 and lower, because these are the usual apertures that macro shooters use
people are giving this aperature lock way too much praise. wasnt that a standard on the old nikkor af-d and ai-s lenses?
6:57 - it's pincussion distortion but not a barrel one, isn't it?
Yeah, looks like that to me too.
Sigma 180mm f / 3.5 EX APO DG HSM Macro or Sigma 150mm f / 2.8 APO EX DG HSM Macro? which is better?
There hasn't been a bad 90-120mm macro lens in the last 20years. This new Sigma is no exception. LoCA control is outstanding, ghost flare is minimal, remarkable. The color and bokeh rendering are two slight shortcomings. Look at maybe Contax645 Zeiss 120mm, Voigtlander 125mm or Fuji GFX 120mm F4.
hi Chris can u suggest me a good low budget ultra wide angle for canon 80d.
Yes, Canon EF-S 10-18mm
Now just wait for their 70-200 2.8 :D
Interested in how much of an improvement this is over the OG Sigma 105mm OS HSM
It's quite noticeably sharper, with nicer build quality
KY does make direct comparisons here: ruclips.net/video/zoMLAvZ9Wbw/видео.html
@@christopherfrost Damn, if this makes it to Z mount and the Z6 II looks good this might be enough to finally get me to upgrade
Any news of this coming to Canon?
@8:04 if you need any help with your Greek, let me know :)
Could this lens be used for the landscape photos?
Any lens can
I believe Laowa do an RF version of the 100mm macro... Why no Sigma version?
That's a manual focus lens. The issue comes in getting the autofocus working correctly
Would this work as a dual purpose lens for portrait and macro?
Yes
Hi how does this lens compare to the irix 150 macro?
I haven't tested that lens, yet
Can you test the Tamron 35mm 2.8 ? :D
Maybe one day :-)
Sigma is so hot lately. They basically have the Midas touch. Everything they've released for mirrorless is excellent. Well done, Sigma!
@@d.k.1394 unfortunately not, the camera has to have!
it is capable to m50?
3:47 an slightly OLDER??? I don't think you need more camera than the A7R II. But, you can always put it in a Giveaway to your fans!
A very good price for a lens like this in my opinion. The 90mm macro from Sony on the other hand has also OSS, but is also more expensive - the real question is if the higher price also shows in its features (it actually still has a mechanical manual focus - so good for macro!) and image quality.
The Sony lens's focus is not actually mechanical (although it does look like it) - check out my review :-)
is this better or laowa 100m