Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DN OS: Definitive Review | 4K

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  • @DustinAbbottTWI
    @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +34

    As for Sony TCs: they physically mount, but there is no autofocus and aperture doesn't report correctly. You can manual focus only. A firmware update might change this, but it might not, too. I suspect we'll have to wait for Sigma TCs to arrive, and I don't know for sure if Sony will allow that.

    • @stjepantomislav363
      @stjepantomislav363 Před 4 lety

      Thanks for that feedback regarding Sony TCs. Since I'm mainly interested in stopped down landscapes with this lens, manual focus isn't a problem (a preference, actually). Did you by any chance check for the image quality across the frame with TC attached?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +2

      I didn't - I had a friend at Sony test the combination for me to see if it would work.

    • @gregturner_awod
      @gregturner_awod Před 4 lety

      Thanks for that update.

  • @stephenwilletts7892
    @stephenwilletts7892 Před 4 lety +166

    There is another advantage for the Sigma which I don't think anyone else has mentioned so far: it is black, so it looks like all my other lenses and my wife would not notice. She would notice the white Sony and she knows how much it costs!

  • @derkoekje
    @derkoekje Před 4 lety +45

    Probably the best review on CZcams, published a half hour after the announcement. That's making good use of your early access, Dustin!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +6

      This was what my Sigma Canada contact hoped for when they advocated for me to get early access.

  • @BalkanBiker
    @BalkanBiker Před 3 lety +4

    What an amazing review! You nailed EVERYTHING, even the outro!

  • @rizatamin
    @rizatamin Před 4 lety +11

    I love it when you’re reviewing a sport lens,because i knew there’s gonna be a dog sequences! :D great job as always Sir!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      I enjoy doing those, too. I'm fortunate to have a friend who is a dog breeder.

  • @davidbudo5551
    @davidbudo5551 Před 4 lety

    Great surprise and review. Solid performance from the Sigma. Thanks Dustin!

  • @SuperBuickregal
    @SuperBuickregal Před 4 lety +1

    Hats 🧢 🎩 off to you along with Christopher and Gordon on all the really amazing 😉 reviews you all do!

  • @shamwow7996
    @shamwow7996 Před 4 lety +2

    Always like the intelligent way you give a thorough review!! Nice work and keep Shooting!!

  • @AzWineNut
    @AzWineNut Před 4 lety +4

    Thank you for a great review! Your reviews are, IMHO, simply the best on CZcams.
    They are much appreciated, and cover all the points one would want. I own the Sigma 100-400 contemporary in Canon mount, and use it adapted (MC11) to my Sony bodies, with really good results.
    The addition of a "native" tripod collar is a plus, specifically to allow for lens and camera rotation when using a gimbal. Well Done!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      Agreed. There's a lot of great improvements.

    • @AzWineNut
      @AzWineNut Před 4 lety +1

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Yes. Now I'll sell my existing lens and order the new one!! Thank you once more!

  • @tchlin
    @tchlin Před 3 lety +1

    Very Underrated channel. Great work.

  • @amb86
    @amb86 Před 3 lety

    Best review on this Lens! Thank you so much Dustin!

  • @amirgood
    @amirgood Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks so much for your great reviews. Your work is greatly appreciated.

  • @Michaelpai1230
    @Michaelpai1230 Před 4 lety +2

    Appreciate the review! Patiently waiting for new RF lens content.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      Right now Canon Canada is not even fully in their offices, so there isn't really any loaners going out. I did review the new Samyang RF 85mm F1.4 a few weeks ago, though.

  • @CelsoMollo
    @CelsoMollo Před 2 lety +1

    I am new to the channel and I just want to say that you do a great job reviewing the products, I already subscribed and I don’t forget to like the videos I watch.
    Thank you.

  • @aantonich
    @aantonich Před 3 lety

    Thank you for this very informative review. I just picked the 100-400 tonight for my a6000 at my local store and look forward to shooting with it this weekend.

  • @aroubin
    @aroubin Před 3 lety +1

    Great, detailed review. Thank you!

  • @gregturner_awod
    @gregturner_awod Před 4 lety +2

    Great review Dustin, informative and thorough. Very helpful in helping my decision to buy, and I have pre-ordered in Australia where I live. I was near to buying the GM. This lens, on basis of your review is attractive (and competitive) for performance against the GM. Cost and performance are excellent as basis to buy. No info re tripod collar on Sigma Australia, but your review (written) told me what to look for and I’ve ordered one locally. Thanks for another excellent review.

  • @Twothenines
    @Twothenines Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for all your videos Dustin, I have bought several lenses based on your reviews. I'll be picking this one up as I am looking for something affordable that performs well. Your content is always high quality!

  • @mikesmith3235
    @mikesmith3235 Před 4 lety +2

    That's a really good review Dustin - I am very interested in purchasing one of these now!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      I think you'll enjoy it.

    • @mikesmith3235
      @mikesmith3235 Před 6 měsíci

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Well it only took me 3 years but I bought one yesterday! Can't be accused of rushing in to it anyway 😂. Happy New Year Dustin

  • @k_meowington
    @k_meowington Před 4 lety

    Great review! Thanks!

  • @EmoEmu
    @EmoEmu Před 4 lety +1

    Nice work as per usual. :)

  • @timelapsebylkunl72
    @timelapsebylkunl72 Před 4 lety +1

    Great review as always. It's very interesting lens. I really like that they have option for tripod collar.

  • @tanertekin763
    @tanertekin763 Před 4 lety

    another great super detailed review, thanks a lot sir 👍👍

  • @jerryE-vy8nd
    @jerryE-vy8nd Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent review. The most detailed review of the Sigma 100-400 Sony e-mount. I am sitting in my office waiting for UPS to deliver the lens today. Hopefully I will get it while it is still light out. Thank you. BTW, Amazon has it priced at $849,...A $100 price drop. You can't beat that!

  • @maxsr3236
    @maxsr3236 Před 4 lety +34

    At least Sigma knows where to send their new lenses first.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +18

      I'm hoping this will be a trend. The main guy at Sigma Canada really advocated for this opportunity for me and put me more solidly on Sigma Corps radar.

    • @miroslav_jovic
      @miroslav_jovic Před 4 lety

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Keep up with good work Dustin I enjoy your reviews but I am holding back on any new purchases till Sony releases some new cameras. I'd prefer to see a7IV over A7Siii but we ll see what they release if they do at all. Canon is coming strong at Sony so I ll be waiting to see how they do maybe even switch to Canon.

  • @wawanbalik
    @wawanbalik Před 3 lety +1

    I have no real interest in this lens but ended up watching just because Dustin is covering it. Hoping more and more manufacturers will work with Dustin to get their products reviewed. The most detailed reviewer in YT and extremely helpful!

  • @petrstefek4438
    @petrstefek4438 Před 4 lety

    Hi Dustin, your review helped me a lot with the choice of the lens)) ... ordered ... greetings from the Czech Republic))
    Peter

  • @HackingDutchman
    @HackingDutchman Před 3 lety +2

    Again, a quality review!
    Nice to see it performs very well at 400mm compared to the GM. Now I can safely choose for the Sigma.

  • @rowanwhile
    @rowanwhile Před 3 lety

    Excellent review, thank you so much

  • @newt2010
    @newt2010 Před 3 lety

    Came here to watch the review on the lens and the dogs were awesome to watch. Oh, yes. The lens. Thank you for the in depth review

  • @okd1000
    @okd1000 Před 4 lety

    Great review Dustin.

  • @TexasCovertCarry
    @TexasCovertCarry Před rokem

    I bought this lens, in no small part because of your review! I'm excited to get it in a couple of days.

  • @serviola3
    @serviola3 Před 2 lety

    Great video. Thanks very much. I was thinking about the GM second hand, but It Is so expensive, and after watching your review, I will go for this Sigma 100-400.
    Thanks very much.

  • @robertbarel896
    @robertbarel896 Před 4 lety

    great review - ordering from BH from your link !

  • @327journal
    @327journal Před 5 měsíci

    It’s amusing how we’re so caught up in the details…sharp focus, noise, lens size and weight, etc. But the dogs are so excited running around and playing in the water. What a life.

  • @Josh-ow4gc
    @Josh-ow4gc Před 4 lety +5

    Yesss! So excited for this. In my country, the 100-400GM is almost USD $3600 (inc. tax). So this is going to be fantastic!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      Wow - that will be a huge price difference for you, then.

    • @miroslav_jovic
      @miroslav_jovic Před 4 lety

      Damn where do you live man? In Canada it's $3400 Canadian where US dollar is 35-40% stronger and I thought we had it bad. Thanks you made my day :)

    • @DVZM.
      @DVZM. Před 3 lety

      @@miroslav_jovic Probably in some country within the EU. In Austria it is 2950€ ($3500) right now.

  • @thrumyeyesphoto
    @thrumyeyesphoto Před 4 lety

    Sign me up! I rented the Sony 100-400 GM and while a nice lens, I wasn't blown away. The contrast and bokeh both leave a lot to be desired. This Sigma looks fantastic for the money!!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      I do think the Sigma's bokeh is nicer. Much more like the Canon in that regard.

  • @natureistheuniverse9276

    Nice!!! After 3 years! I bought this lens and it's fantastic!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +2

      Ummm, this lens was just announced today. No one has had it for three years. I've had it for a few weeks to review prior to release.

    • @natureistheuniverse9276
      @natureistheuniverse9276 Před 4 lety +2

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Oh, this comment was posted before I watched the video, didn't knew ir was one new for Sony. I thought u did again a review of the Sigma for Canon after three years! 😂

  • @Traveljournalist
    @Traveljournalist Před 2 lety +1

    amazing review ! I'll buy one for my Leica SL2 !

  • @mdc123-v2v
    @mdc123-v2v Před 3 lety +3

    This is also a fantastic landscape lens and for that price it's a must-by unless you want the GM for vanity and slightly faster AF and/or you're shooting fulltime in rough conditions. In the UK the GM retails for almost three times as much as the Sigma without discount. Mads also recommended the Sigma over the GM and he would know.

  • @kbruff2010
    @kbruff2010 Před 3 lety

    Review comments:
    1. Details great
    2. Examples great
    3. Comparison excellent
    4. Objective analysis great
    5. Delivery excellent
    Aa typical excellent work

  • @pushpdeeppandey
    @pushpdeeppandey Před 3 lety

    Can't re-sub you! :D Your reviews are amazing, Dustin.

  • @stro_photography
    @stro_photography Před 2 lety

    Thank you a lot for your work... !!

  • @kbruff2010
    @kbruff2010 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for this information

  • @hughhuang3117
    @hughhuang3117 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you for the excellent review, Dustin. Your reviews are well structured, to the point, thorough, and informative! I really appreciate your time and effort for making great content and videos.
    BTW, what kind of camera setting you use when you shoot fast action such as the dog running? I've been using an A6400 with 18-135 kit lens, but I cannot achieve high hit rate mentioned in many reviews when shooting kids running or playing swings.
    Thank you!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +2

      I used an a9 for those, so obviously a very good focus system. I used High Speed+, Balanced, all points active, and with Pet Eye AF engaged

  • @alibuhlaiqa8384
    @alibuhlaiqa8384 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video review, I just bought my Sony 100-400 GM two days ago. Watch your review make me wonder if I pulled the trigger bit early

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +2

      It does muddy the waters for sure, but if you're happy with your lens, don't worry about it.

    • @petrh.4947
      @petrh.4947 Před 4 lety

      Thanks you very much for this 'early bird' review . This time I was patient to watch your detailed review :-).
      It is hard to believe that Sigma is so close to GM optically. For landscape in some cases you have to go to F18 or even F22.
      70 mm filter would be better, one can live without door in hood. Collar if over 120(?) bugs sounds like not Really Right stuff.
      @Ali: GM is fantastic, I would not look around and keep shooting. I was close to pull the trigger for autumn season but now has to wait.

  • @leboned3076
    @leboned3076 Před 4 měsíci

    I just bought this lens to go with my 20mm 1.8 and 24-105 f4. It’s by far my favourite lens, being able to pull the hood to zoom is extremely useful for action/sports photography.
    The images are extremely sharp on my a7r4.

  • @dallasroberts3206
    @dallasroberts3206 Před 3 lety

    Very well done, thanks. Yes I’m hitting the subscribe button now. 🎬📷

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      Welcome aboard!

    • @dallasroberts3206
      @dallasroberts3206 Před 3 lety +1

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Thank you, I did purchase the lens. Anxious to put it through its paces. I won’t receive it for several days stilll.

  • @brianl8843
    @brianl8843 Před 4 lety

    Wow a Dustin Abbott review just when this lens was announced? A real treat!!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      The main Sigma Canada rep really went to bat for me with Sigma Corporate to give me this opportunity. I consider it a great compliment and appreciate it a lot.

  • @jasonthompson2059
    @jasonthompson2059 Před 4 lety

    Well done, thank you

  • @cagf2013
    @cagf2013 Před 4 lety

    Very impressive!

  • @SweetSourTravel
    @SweetSourTravel Před 3 lety

    Love this lens 😍

  • @ScalletaVito
    @ScalletaVito Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hi Dustin,
    Happy New Year 2024!
    I was just going through your reviews. In the review of the DSLR version of Sigma 100-400, you compared it with Canon EF 100-400 II and had a conclusion that Sigma had a better image quality overall.
    And now for the mirrorless version of Sigma 100-400, the comparison shows between Sigma 100-400 DGDN and Canon EF 100-400 II that Canon is the better one.
    So my question is, in terms of image quality, it looks like Old Sigma >Canon > New Sigma, is that right?
    Looking forward to your reply, thank you very much!

  • @OccultDemonCassette
    @OccultDemonCassette Před 4 lety +1

    Does the Sigma OS from the lens work in concert with the IBIS in the camera body similar to the way that native sony lenses do?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      I'm not entirely sure of that. Their language doesn't really indicate that it does in their press release.

  • @lsaideOK
    @lsaideOK Před 4 lety +1

    Another wonderful review. Tamron seems to have diverged from Sigma in the way they are complementing Sony's range of lenses (i.e., 28-75 v 24-70) so I don't know if Tamron will compete directly with a 100-400 of their own. With your recommendation, I got the Tamron f mount version of this lens and love it. Right now, the lack of support of third party lenses for the Z system is a point against and will keep me from moving there for the foreseeable future. Sony really has taken their early start with mirrorless full frame and run with it. On a side point, I don't think you've ever looked better in one of your videos!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      They've got to solve that Z-mount issue if the system is to survive. Thanks for the compliment.

  • @tbreit
    @tbreit Před 4 lety +13

    With Sigma/Tamrons' increasing support of the Sony camera system it has to be tough for anyone but pro's to look at Canon/Nikon. Tamron is clearly the low price driver but Sigma has done an outstanding job targeting the infamous "90/50" goal of 90% the performance for 50% the price. The consumer is winning big now but it also pressures Sony to advance the A7iv to round out an unbeatable system.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +3

      It's an interesting contradiction. Third party lenses put pressure on first party lens sales, but also drive system sales.

    • @tbreit
      @tbreit Před 4 lety

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Smart brands keep good relationships with 3rd party companies. "Friendly competition" feeds on itself, especially with consumer electronics. But, Sony must really get moving on Gen2 versions of GM lenses. :)

    • @raGEEE1986
      @raGEEE1986 Před 4 lety +1

      It has made me sell up my canon stuff just deciding on a7r3 or a9

    • @tbreit
      @tbreit Před 4 lety

      @@raGEEE1986 It would be nice for the A7iv to pull over the guts of the A7Riii and add the flip screen and video goodies. It would reset the industry.

    • @raGEEE1986
      @raGEEE1986 Před 4 lety

      @@tbreit Decided on a9 as i shoot a lot of motorsport and wait for this lens too

  • @lino100x100
    @lino100x100 Před 3 lety +1

    I've just bought this lens after watching this video! Great product! Now i'm waiting for an inexpensive 70200 2.8 from sigma!

  • @thaddeevaldelievre895
    @thaddeevaldelievre895 Před 4 lety +2

    thanks for the review! I was really looking forward to this announcement. 1/3rd stop seems like less of a big deal these days with noise-reduction software and newer sensors. Hopefully the teleconverters won't degrade image and AF too much. Random question- what kind of tape is that on your smallrig L bracket? I would love something that makes it more comfortable!

  • @IrixGuy
    @IrixGuy Před 4 lety

    Great video! Have you had a chance to test the Sony 1.4X or 2.0X TC with it yet and did it work?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      I did have it tested, and, while you can manually focus, AF doesn't work.

  • @Markbanksy89
    @Markbanksy89 Před 4 lety +1

    Hey Dustin, great review as always.
    I was wondering what's the macro performance of the sigma lens like compared to the GM.
    As far as I know the GM has a closer focusing distance and performs quite well in that regard.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +3

      Hi there, I do talk about that in the latter part of the review. The GM has a higher magnification (0.35x vs 0.24x), though the Sigma performs well at MFD.

  • @snowwalker9999
    @snowwalker9999 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for another great review! For an APSC mirrorless camera, would you recommend this lens or the Sigma 150-600mm with an adapter?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +2

      This is a solid option, though the Sony 75-350 is purpose designed for APS-C.

  • @kennylim136
    @kennylim136 Před 3 lety

    Hi Dustin, I don't own a Sony but love reading about the Sigma 100 400 doing well and base on this video, I would definitely pocket the difference in $$$ and buy the Sigma. BTW i'm a casual birder/photographer and crop almost all photos anyway so edge sharpness not important. Thanks for sharing!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      Lenses like this are so valuable for giving options to those on a tighter budget.

  • @4thNebula
    @4thNebula Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent and very informative review as always. Two things that still bug my about my Sony that keeps me from going Sony iare 1) the mounts are so variable (some so tight it is hard to get the lens on and off-not the smooth turn and click like Canon) and 2) touchscreen LCD capability is no ware near Canon. I have an A7c though so maybe the more expensive Sony bodies are better. I sold my A7III since the mount was so tight I had to send my Sigma 45mm back because simply couldn't get it on.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      That's really strange. I've not encountered the mount issue, but the touchscreen complaint is dead on.

  • @mrDoctorWho0
    @mrDoctorWho0 Před 4 lety

    Just sold my 100-400 for Canon. Used it with Sigma MC-11 on my Sony. It wasn't very good, but acceptable. Definitely going to look at this lens.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      This is definitely going to work a LOT better for you on Sony.

  • @williaminbody205
    @williaminbody205 Před 4 lety

    Nice review. I need a telephoto for my SL and I am looking...deciding which one.

  • @JackieSemple
    @JackieSemple Před 3 lety

    Thanks for this review. Really helpful. I bought the Mark 1 version and while it was a really sharp lens it was let down by its Autofocus, to such an extent that I had to return it to the photographic supplier. In lieu I picked up the Sony 70-300 which has never disappointed me but there is a difference in the FL. So if I can get a good part-exchange deal with little money to change hands, then I'll go for this. Regards.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      That was the conclusion of my review of the older version, too.

  • @howardkahn717
    @howardkahn717 Před 4 lety

    Well done....

  • @OccultDemonCassette
    @OccultDemonCassette Před 4 lety

    What is attached to the bottom of your camera? I like the look of it. Battery grips are sometimes too big, and that little extender looks like it adds jusssst the right amount of height to the camera to make it comfortable.

  • @user-mo4vf7pd6s
    @user-mo4vf7pd6s Před 3 lety

    Hello Dustin Thanks for your review, I wanted to ask you how much autofocus is faster than their version of the updated Canon cameras?

  • @benpearce2044
    @benpearce2044 Před 4 lety +1

    Hi Dustin, thanks for the great review (as always!). I’ve been using the 70-200mm f4 for a few years now, and have been waiting patiently for Sigma or Tamron to release a more budget friendly 100-400mm. Not sure if you’ve tested the 70-200mm f4, but if so how does the IQ compare to the Sigma in the 100-200mm range?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +2

      Hi Benny, the problem is that I've reviewed about 4 70-200 F4 variations, so you'll have to be more specific as to which one you're referring to.

    • @benpearce2044
      @benpearce2044 Před 4 lety +1

      Dustin Abbott apologies! Typo I my part, referring to the Sony 70-200mm f4 G!

  • @robt4194
    @robt4194 Před 4 lety

    May I ask - if you put this on an aps-c camera like a Sony A6100, will you get a 1.5x magnification (cropped) - so the FOV acts like a 150-600mm mounted on a full frame camera (with less pixel resolution) ? I have the SEL55210 55-210 and I get 55-210 since it is designed for a crop sensor

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      Hi Rob, so you do get a 150-600mm equivalent angle of view, but your 55-210 is multiplied by the same crop factor (all lenses focal length have to be magnified by the crop factor they are attached to). Here's what you'll find on Sony's website: 35mm equivalent focal length: 82.5-315mm. This is a point misunderstood by a LOT of people; camera companies could definitely do a better job of explaining it.

  • @reLahhh
    @reLahhh Před 3 lety

    Hi Dustin, i am impressed by your autofocus shots of the dogs and bird. I am struggling a bit with the autofocus with the Sony A7 III with the Sony 24-105. Can you recommend me some settings?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      Be sure to select animal priority eye af, use AF-C, and in many cases the Standard 1 focus case is fine. Practice your technique. You should be able to get good results.

  • @ConradGale
    @ConradGale Před 4 lety

    Good review. Is good enough to shoot landscape? Which telezoom lens from Sony FE is the best? 😊

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      It's definitely sharp enough for landscapes. I like the Sony 200-600G the best, though it is pretty huge.

  • @jimbog3948
    @jimbog3948 Před 4 lety +1

    Dustin, thanks for the informative review which has caused me to reassess my situation. I use an A6500 and my longest lens had been a Tamron 70-300 A-mount. When my interest in birding increased I found a gently used Tamron 150-600mm A-mount which also mated well with my LA-EA3. I can no longer complain that my lens is too short! The AF is not everything I had hoped for and the optics are not perfect, but the weight is the real downside. Would you have any comment as to whether I would be better off with the Sigma 100-400 and sell both of my Tamron lenses and the LA-EA3?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +2

      Honestly, yes. I think you'll be happier with the autofocus, the great image quality, and not having to mess with an adapter.

    • @jimbog3948
      @jimbog3948 Před 4 lety +2

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks, as good as the LA-EA3 is I figured a native lens would be even better. In my case I should be able to move almost straight across cost-wise once I sell them. I can write off owning the 150-600 to experience.

  • @martijn5207
    @martijn5207 Před 4 lety

    Good review Dustin, as always, thank you! Nice that you already got the lens weeks in advance! Wanted to buy one immediately.. but then i thougth, since you got the lens way before others do, how will that impact the review? If you are too critical companies will not give you stuff to review anymore (before announcement). So how objective is the review? Another question that came to mind in cases like these were a lens copy is selected and given to a reviewer, which copy do you think they gave you? A bad copy, a random copy or a very good copy? I think i know the answer. Do not want to give you critique, since your reviews are very thorough, but it came to mind and i think i need to take these factors into account.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      Fair questions, though I guess, as always, you need to trust in my integrity. If you don't trust my integrity as a reviewer, you probably shouldn't watch my reviews. I've always been very open with both my criticism and praise, and I've never yet had a company try to get me to change my remarks. As for "cherry-picking" a lens, my experience is actually that a very early lens or prototype is actually more likely to have issues than when production is stabilized later on. I've often reviewed multiple copies of a lens at different points or bought a different copy for myself later, and I've yet to find the performance of the second copy radically different.

    • @martijn5207
      @martijn5207 Před 4 lety

      @@DustinAbbottTWI fair answer! Thank you and keep up the good reviews! Do you also have the tamron 28-200 in for review? I am wondering if it sort off can compete with the tamron 28-75. I have the 28-75 and was wondering if it could be replaced with the 28-200 to trade a little bit of image quality to a much larger zoom range. The 200 seems like to have much distortion and thus resolution loss.

  • @studiotessellate
    @studiotessellate Před 2 lety

    Hi, I just got this lens a week ago and I am noticing that the autofocus when shooting in video mode is veeeery slow compared when shooting photos. I mainly do videos and this seems to be an issue for me. I tried it both on my a7iii and a6600 and had the same experience. Have you had similar issues? I also haven't updated the firmware of the lens from 1.0 to 2.0 since I have to ship the lens for that. Thanks!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 2 lety

      Hmmm, I don't recall any such issue, but I scarcely used the lens for video. I think doing the firmware update would be wise.

  • @j16m02
    @j16m02 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you Dustin. I currently shoot the Sony 70-350 on my A6600 and A7R III and am very pleased with it. However, I'm not gonna lie, the extra 75mm equivalent reach and the potential for a tele converter is tempting. The almost double the weight, not so much for an arthritic old man. Decisions.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      It is a tough decision. The fact that you have both APS-C and FF is a vote for the Sigma, as I'm assuming you're shooting the 75-350 in APS-C mode.

    • @vladimirivanov6353
      @vladimirivanov6353 Před 2 lety

      This lens 350mm is for APS senzor ,doesnt work full frame...so,if you have sigma FF is 100 to 400 but for APS is 150 to 600mm and Performers this lens is like GM lens!

    • @j16m02
      @j16m02 Před 2 lety +1

      @@vladimirivanov6353 Actually it works just fine. It gives me an 18mp image, with a105-525mm range. Maybe not ideal, but for most of my uses, adequate. I'd love the extra 75mm reach of the Sigma, bus I'm an old guy with bad knees, The Sigma weighs more than double what the Sony weighs and is substantially larger. Is that trade off worth it? Tough decision

  • @daniel_b_living6133
    @daniel_b_living6133 Před 3 lety

    I am going to purchase this lens today. As far as a collar, I'd be purchasing one to allow me to hold it as I walk around and a tripod use in the future. Is there a collar that you recommend that is comfortable on the hand to carry?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety +1

      Sigma does sell one as an accessory that works well.

  • @stephenwilletts7892
    @stephenwilletts7892 Před 4 lety

    I was thinking of buying the Sony 100 -400 for my birthday, 25th June, but the price put me off. I'm so glad that I didn't buy it! One question though, how does the Sigma perform at focusing in dull light? A friend of mine has the Sony and has some pin sharp shots taken in December on a dull day , any lens will get sharp results in good light. Dustin, your review is the best I have seen, very thorough and practical.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      At some focal lengths you will have a little less light to work with (F6.3 vs F5.6), but I do think the Sigma seemed to focus pretty well in all the situations I saw.

  • @robertbohnaker9898
    @robertbohnaker9898 Před 3 lety

    Hi Dustin. I’m considering the sigma 100-400 vs the Sony 70-350 with the Sony a6400. Did you test the sigma on the Sony crop cameras at all ? I’m reticent to transcribe the a9’s AF performance and the Sony a6400 with this lens. Thanks.

  • @flob.8220
    @flob.8220 Před 2 lety +1

    Seems rather durabe and not easy to scratch. My lens - while freely swinging on my camera strap - accirentally hit my bikes steel handlebar with a good speed and luckily has no scratch.

  • @youuuuuuuuuuutube
    @youuuuuuuuuuutube Před 4 lety +2

    Nice review and lens. I noticed you said you never got 20fps with tracking on the A9 but 17-18, with 20fps capable lenses. If you want to reach 20fps, you need to use a fast shutter speed (try 1/2000 or faster) and priority in af should be set to "release", if it's set to "balanced" then you get around 18fps and if it's set to "focus" then it can drop to 0 even.

  • @mzbar
    @mzbar Před 4 lety

    Hope to hear the news soon regarding the Sony TC compatibility with the sigma 100-400 FE

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      At the moment, it's not great. The TC will physically fit, but autofocus doesn't happen and even aperture doesn't correctly report. It is possible that firmware update will improve things.

  • @boetschge
    @boetschge Před 4 lety

    This Lens with its Price Tag is really exciting! My Canon 100-400 L II became my best Friend during the last couple of Years, but if I had to replace it ... i would propably go with this one.
    Good for me that I dont need to replace it :-)
    Really nice work with your Videos, I always apreaciate it!
    Regards, Marc

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      The Canon is an excellent lens. My quandary is that I own an excellent lens that is no longer native on any of my cameras. It's hard to determine how well it will track on RF body because the EOS R has such a low, low tracking burst speed. I'm hanging onto it until I can test it on an R5 and see how a more serious camera body handles it.

    • @boetschge
      @boetschge Před 4 lety +1

      I think the Canon Lens is not the limiting Factor and i am excited to see how well a R5 and maybe a M5MII can utilize that Lens.
      Thank you for your Work and keep it up!

  • @dubbogan8901
    @dubbogan8901 Před 4 lety

    Hi and thanks so much for the fantastic review. Are the air / thermal pocket issues you highlighted a problem with any super telephoto? I am looking for a telephoto for landscape photography and some sports. Was hoping to get this lens but not if this issue makes it too compromised. Thanks again

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      For every telephoto lens. It depends on the environment you are shooting in - there are thermal pockets of air over long distances that distort any light waves.

    • @dubbogan8901
      @dubbogan8901 Před 4 lety

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks for the speedy reply and keep up the great work. Cheers

  • @BenjaminAdamsVu
    @BenjaminAdamsVu Před 4 lety

    Thanks Dustin, will this lens work with the existing Sony TC's, any word on that yet??

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      I've got an insider that supposed to test that combo for me and let me know what they find out. I'll pin a comment on the reviews when I hear.

  • @robertschwarz8702
    @robertschwarz8702 Před 2 lety

    I have a question please. I love the lens, I just got one used, a Canon version for my M6 markii. My copy has an anomaly.. Instead of a F5-F6.3 mine is going fromF4.5-F5.6, the image quality is excellent and everything works great. I'm blessed with extra light. I can't find explanation for this anywhere. Thanks I can send you images the meta data will show this.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 2 lety +1

      That's some kind of adapter reporting quirk, as it isn't possible for a lenses maximum aperture to change. That's related to the physical opening of the aperture iris.

  • @skybrap
    @skybrap Před 4 lety

    I have a question for you since you're one of my favorite reviewers and you're very knowledgeable, and I'm having a hard time deciding on my next len(s) purchase...
    I'm a landscape photographer that's trying to produce the best quality work I can for prints. I love the idea of an all in one lens 28-200, but I also think the no IS might be an issue, but I'm normally on a tripod.
    Would you recommend getting the 28-200, or a 24-105 and 100-400 sigma to complement my 17-28 (love the sharpness of this lens)
    I hike a lot of miles.. So weight is somewhat of a concern..
    Also, is the 28-200 sharp enough to crop in to a 400 equivalent?
    Looking forward to hearing your input!

    • @skybrap
      @skybrap Před 4 lety

      Shooting on an A7Rii

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      I wouldn't recommend typically cropping that deep if sharpness is a major concern. If your application is smaller, however, that might work. I don't think the lack of OS is a major problem, however. You still get some assistance from the IBIS in your camera.

  • @LiquidTurbo
    @LiquidTurbo Před 4 lety

    Hi Dustin, I have never clicked affiliate links for any CZcamsr generally. You are the first CZcamsr that i've consciously made sure I use their affiliate link because of the high value you bring to this review. Thanks again and I hope you get the commission!

  • @madfox7777
    @madfox7777 Před 3 lety

    If you set the a9 priority af-c to release you'll get the 20fps every time. It may drop a frame or 2 but normally most are in focus.

  • @tomirwinphoto
    @tomirwinphoto Před 3 lety

    Love the Sigma 100-400 and your review but I just discovered that the lens hood does not have enough room to simultaneously attach my K&F 67mm variable ND filter.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      I ran into a similar problem with the Sigma 28mm F1.4 ART. That’s a real oddity these days.

  • @TheChoofamily
    @TheChoofamily Před 3 lety

    By chance have you been able to test this lens for astrophotography? How is it coma-wise and keeping the stars' shape? Thanks!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      I'm afraid that's not something I typically test with telephoto lenses.

  • @vanjasimunko708
    @vanjasimunko708 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you so much for the review. I own a GM but this lens got me thinking seriously (even more after your review) to sell my GM and buy Sigma and for the difference in price buy a 90mm macro that I wanted for some time now.
    And my experience with Sigmas on Sony is nothing short of great.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +2

      I'm glad it helped. It might be worth trying the Sigma before selling your GM and making sure that it will serve your purposes.

    • @vanjasimunko708
      @vanjasimunko708 Před 4 lety +1

      Dustin Abbott I most definitely will then. Thanks again and for such a quick response. Cheers!

    • @MotorsportCreative
      @MotorsportCreative Před 3 lety

      @@vanjasimunko708 did you end up selling it? I heard the GM has faster autofocus, which could be essential for certain peoples work.

    • @vanjasimunko708
      @vanjasimunko708 Před 3 lety

      @@MotorsportCreative Funny thing is, just 10 days ago, right the day before WRC Croatia, I changed it for a 200-600. Because I wanted even more reach for some time now, but was open to same reach but lighter, since it exists (Sigma). Anyway, besides the weight, I am super happy with 200-600, I don’t see a reason why that one is “just” G while 100-400 GM since my experience so far is basically the same build and af quality. Didn’t really pixel peep the sharpness but everything I need sharp, it is. Used it in WRC too and was amazing when I couldn’t come closer or wanted big compression. Only thing I see is not up to GM is lens hood is less featured and the carryinf bag is worse :D
      That is the long answer, short one is - no, didn’t get the Sigma, and will not now.
      BTW thanks to @Dustin Abbott once again since I carefully watched and read his reviews for a 200-600

    • @MotorsportCreative
      @MotorsportCreative Před 3 lety +1

      @@vanjasimunko708 definitely, especially if you can’t get close. I use an APS-C so the 100-400 would be great, but if I move to full frame I fear I’d regret it. Of course I could get the teleconverter, but just more money I’d have to spend. Did you ever have dust issues with the 100-400?

  • @tim2468
    @tim2468 Před 3 lety

    Returned mine today. Auto focus failure at 27 deg F mounted on a Leica SL2. Warm it up and it worked again. Cool it down it failed. Repeatable failure.
    Also felt the images were soft on several dozed test images I did at room temperature. Maybe I got a bad one?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      It sounds like it, Tim, as I've not had any problems with mine nor any similar feedback from other users.

  • @RichardsWorld
    @RichardsWorld Před 4 lety

    So, how does it work on that Sony A7SIII that you aren't talking about? 😀

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety +1

      I'm afraid that I haven't laid eyes on such a camera.

  • @edgarba
    @edgarba Před 4 lety

    Hey Dustin,
    Any news on whether the Sony TCs work with this lens?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      Yes. They physically mount, but no autofocus and aperture doesn't report correctly. A firmware update *might* change this, but it might not, too. I suspect we'll have to wait for Sigma TCs to arrive, and I don't know for sure if Sony will allow that.

  • @bobpeticolas121
    @bobpeticolas121 Před 3 lety

    What reviewers miss about the GMaster lens is that you can stop down to f22 with no noticeable diffraction. As a landscape shooter, that added sharp depth-of-field is the single most important feature to me.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      Hi Bob - what camera body are you using? You certainly can't stop down to F22 on the higher rez a7R bodies without any penalty from diffraction.

    • @bobpeticolas121
      @bobpeticolas121 Před 3 lety

      Hi Dustin. I'm still shooting the a7rii so 42 MP. When I was shopping for the lens, I first noticed the difference in comparing the Canon 100-400 with the GM in the DXOMark measurements. And what I found in use after purchasing the GM was that there was no NOTICEABLE diffraction at f22. I'm sure there is measurable diffraction with fine instruments, but my images still look ultra-sharp at f22 across the zoom range. It really makes focus stacking a long lens manageable. At f8 and a long focal length, you sometimes need far over 100 images to really focus stack a long shot.

    • @bobpeticolas121
      @bobpeticolas121 Před 3 lety +1

      But, yes, Dustin, physics dictates that there must be some diffraction at f22.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety

      It's definitely true that DOF at long focal lengths is surprisingly shallow for landscape applications even at F8

  • @Audimann
    @Audimann Před 4 lety

    So there are 2 different versions now of the 100-400 right? Noticed a round button on the side instead of a switch. Or is this specific for the sony version. Assume that both versions are the same optically?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 lety

      This is a brand new lens, and it isn't quite identical to the previous one...though it has some similarities for sure.

    • @Audimann
      @Audimann Před 4 lety

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Yes I see what you mean. It is for mirrorless camera's. When Sigma will make this with a Fuji mount I will be interested for sure.

  • @daniel_b_living6133
    @daniel_b_living6133 Před 3 lety

    Hi Dustin, amazing channel keep up the good work. Is this the best option under $1000 for a full frame lens that reaches 400mm? For my A7iii.... Seems to be the only option unless I'm missing something. Also would you recommend this lens to be used professionally for paid video and photography?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety +1

      The short answer is that this is really the only valid option with those price constraints and that reaches to 400mm. The new Tamron 150-500mm is also a nice option, but it is higher than your budget.

    • @daniel_b_living6133
      @daniel_b_living6133 Před 3 lety

      @@DustinAbbottTWI So what about this vs the Tamron 70-300? Which would you pick as a better lens overall?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety +1

      Not really. If you want the reach to 400mm, the Sigma is a good choice.

  • @i04pbull
    @i04pbull Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for this thorough review. Can I ask a logistical question about this lens? If this were mounted to say an A7Riii/iv, and put into apsc mode, would its reach be increased to c.150-600? And if so, how would you expect this lens to perform under such conditions? I understand that the A9 might be better matched for speed, but could the A7R be able to handle detail over such a large distance?
    Many thanks to anyone able to reply.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 3 lety +1

      Because the crop mode just crops the image in camera, the detail is going to be the exact same as in full frame mode; the image is just cropped. This lens can handle that just fine, but you are only advantaged if you wanted the lower resolution shots already cropped as opposed to doing an individual crop in post.

    • @i04pbull
      @i04pbull Před 3 lety +1

      @@DustinAbbottTWI this makes total sense now you’ve said it - thanks for taking the time!

    • @williamlynd3052
      @williamlynd3052 Před 2 lety

      @@DustinAbbottTWI I felt the same, but there is a slight argument about composing the shot while taking it?