I really enjoy your videos, Liam. And I appreciate your reviews of both the Sigma 150-600mm and 100-400mm DG DN OS lenses. Personally, I decided the 150-600 is a larger/heavier lens than I want to carry in my backpack so I picked up the 100-400mm this week. For the past 3 years I've been carrying only a Sony 18-105mm APS-C or 24-105mm G OSS (FF) lens, so I'm looking forward to extending my reach to 400mm. Thanks for the lens suggestions and keep those landscape & wildlife videos coming. Happy trails!
@@raphofthehills4405 A7r3... And I'm going to have to rent it again. It poured rain on my weekend so I didn't get a chance to play with it landscape-wise. I did play with it at a wildlife rescue and it performed as good as the 70-300... Possibly better. Again because of the weather and blowing rain I really couldn't swap out lenses and really compare. I did love having the extra 100mm for some swans and bear shots.
The videos are coming along nicely. I’m impressed, especially considering it was just a few weeks ago that you started. 2 things. 1. I’m a big fan of how you film yourself putting gear in the back seat as well as climbing into the driver’s seat. IDK why but it’s a cool touch. 2. This may not be your thing but would consider making a video on how the most inexperienced folks out there (such as myself) can take the leap past iPhone only photography without spending a fortune, but while also not throwing money away on junk? I’m personally looking for a compact setup that will take photos, and maybe some video to the next level. Just a suggestion. Cheers!
I have no idea but I kinda doubt it. If you need more reach SIGMA does have a 150-600 C lens that is much smaller and lighter than the S version...check that one out.
Hi Liam. I was waiting for the promised action photos. In the later video with the running girl you tested Sigma 70-200. Have you tried the 100-400 mm on moving targets also?
Actually I have been using teh 100-400 all week on a commercial shoot. Its been amazing. here is a link to a 67 shot sequence.. ua-cam.com/video/m5YgffEWTVs/v-deo.html
Nice hands on! But for the Leica L-Mount there is a compatible 1.4 and 2.0 teleconverter available. Is there anything planned for the Sony E-Mount? Because currently this is one of the big advantages of the Sony 100-400 GM.
like the shot of the mama & ewe as these two were some distance away. Been thinking of paring this lens with my Sony A6400. How would this lens do with animals at distance of 4-500 yards away?
I have not shot the 6400 but I would assume it would be fantastic. there will be a crop factor so you'll gain on the telephoto side but lose a bit on the wide angle
Hi Liam, since you mentioned being a Sigma ambassador, I thought I'd ask you a question: I just got my copy of this lens yesterday. I'm using on my A7RM2 (firmware 4.0) and I'm completely surprised by the fact that the Eye-AF function doesn't work (I get the "Invalid with the lens" warning). Other reviews (all using A7M3) say that Eye-AF works fine... Could it be related to my older camera or firmware. I've also noticed that the sharpness of all my shots isn't anywhere close to those I'm seeing on various reviews. I haven't seen any comments about there being bad copies in circulation, and I've been fortunate to never having had a bad version for any of the many other lenses I use. Any thoughts ?
Hey Steve...bummed you are having issues. I am not sure why eye af would not work...I suppose it could be that fact that its an older camera. Regardless, it should be totally sharp...I would contact Sigma/Sony and whoever you bought it from and see whats up? Best of luck!
Hi Steve, did you have any joy with the sharpness? I have noticed it helps waiting a second before taking the shot. I half depress the shutter and it seems to allow for the stabilisation to settle. Had more keepers. But your experiences would be good to know! Thanks
Considering to buy my first telephoto for landscape photography. Having a hard time choosing between this lens and Tamron 70-180 2.8.. It's aperture vs reach at the end.
If you need the 2.8 for portraits or low light go for that.. If you want the reach of the 400 for wildlife, sports and long lens landscapes go with this lens. They are very different pieces of glass to be sure.
Knowing that Tamron 70-180 2.8 will come it was one of the reason I switched to Sony. But now 70-180 is too expensive, for landscape too short, no OS, no tripod mount. Sigma for landscape could be very good. F5 is not limit as you must go ver F11 for landscape to get depth. For now I omit 70-180 as I have 28-70/2,8 and 85/1,8. Once Sigma is available I need to check it and compare with rented 100-400GM .
I've got it on order and it'll be going on a new A6600. I had DSR version on a Nikon D500 and really liked it but missed the longer focal length and while it was sharp it wasn't as sharp as with the Nikon 200-500 I got but that was a year ago and now I am back looking for lighter gear etc. My Sonly setup will weigh aprox half of the Nikons 7+ lb! Is this your lens or a loaner from Sigma? If yours I'd really like to see some more critical comparisons and assessments.
Hi Bryan. This lens was Sigma's but I'll have my own shortly. I am a Sigma Ambassador therefore I only shoot Sigma glass so I won't be able to compare to other brands lenses. Thanks!
@@liamdoran2149 thanks for replying. I was looking for a comparison between the new DN version and DSLR version actually. I'll be interested to know if you think the DN is better essentially.
@@bryanstephens6007 The DG DN version's are totally different than the DSLR versions. The 14-24 and 24-70 are lighter and smaller than their counterparts which is nice.
@@liamdoran2149 I understand that they are different but they are both 100-400s and from the same manufacture. As well, many people are familiar with the DSLR version and how the AF and IQ fare. So the question remains. How much if any is it better than the DSLR version when it comes to AF and IQ?
@@bryanstephens6007 That is so subjective that I simply dont have an answer. Some will tell you one is better than the other and vice versa. IMO they are pretty much the same in both AF and IQ but some might tell you different. Bottom line I would happily shoot either for a professional assignment. Hope that helps. Maybe somplace like DXO mark could drive deeper into the nitty gritty
1/400s is only a rule of thumb for handhold. Due to stabelizer it it might be longer, but at some point you will get more bad shots, but still some good ones.
@@liamdoran2149 thanks for the inform. have bought the lens. it seems the most sharp is around 200 mm, your thought? watch this video again seems most of the photo were taken around 200 mm, if that case, maybe Tamron 70-180 is even better?
Straight out of the box and into the steep cliffs, awesome stuff Liam
Thanks Andrew!
instablaster.
Great adventure and fun to watch. Like the images you got too
thanks!
I really enjoy your videos, Liam. And I appreciate your reviews of both the Sigma 150-600mm and 100-400mm DG DN OS lenses. Personally, I decided the 150-600 is a larger/heavier lens than I want to carry in my backpack so I picked up the 100-400mm this week. For the past 3 years I've been carrying only a Sony 18-105mm APS-C or 24-105mm G OSS (FF) lens, so I'm looking forward to extending my reach to 400mm. Thanks for the lens suggestions and keep those landscape & wildlife videos coming. Happy trails!
Sigma, send this gentleman a lavalier mic
Ha! I got one now...
Dude, you're climbing that mountain like a mountain goat LOL
Super photos and review, thanks
Hey Thanks!
Nice video indeed! Thank you for your insights and for sharing the great shots!
My favorite review of this lens. Thank you for this! Glad to see it in use the way that I would use it.
Hey Thanks Nicholai
you are a good woodsman to get this close, I can only shoot from across a valley
Thanks for the review. I'm looking at this lens to replace my Sony 70-300 and rented it this weekend to shoot some comparisons.
Interested in your findings. How did it go ? On which body ?
@@raphofthehills4405 A7r3... And I'm going to have to rent it again. It poured rain on my weekend so I didn't get a chance to play with it landscape-wise. I did play with it at a wildlife rescue and it performed as good as the 70-300... Possibly better. Again because of the weather and blowing rain I really couldn't swap out lenses and really compare. I did love having the extra 100mm for some swans and bear shots.
@@DanuteP Bummer, bad luck. I am hoping that this 100-400 is sharper @ 400 than the 70-300 is @ 300 for landscape.
The videos are coming along nicely. I’m impressed, especially considering it was just a few weeks ago that you started. 2 things. 1. I’m a big fan of how you film yourself putting gear in the back seat as well as climbing into the driver’s seat. IDK why but it’s a cool touch. 2. This may not be your thing but would consider making a video on how the most inexperienced folks out there (such as myself) can take the leap past iPhone only photography without spending a fortune, but while also not throwing money away on junk? I’m personally looking for a compact setup that will take photos, and maybe some video to the next level. Just a suggestion. Cheers!
Thanks Kenny!. Yes I will absolutely do a video like that. I n fact I have but the audio was so bad I had to trash em. More to come!
Great video! I bought this same lens for backpacking. The 100-400GM was too heavy and too bulky.
Right on ....happy shooting!
Hi, just found your site, great to see practical tests in the field :-)
Thanks Jim!
What an experience man. I'd love to go to that location with that setup! Great images.
Thanks Erik!
Great review and vid. I love my Sigma 16mm f1.4 for my Canon M50. Superb lens. Subscribed. This is a lens I am looking at right now.
Hey Thanks!
Beautiful work! Makes me miss Montana. Any hope that Sigma will come out with a teleconverter for this lens?
I have no idea but I kinda doubt it. If you need more reach SIGMA does have a 150-600 C lens that is much smaller and lighter than the S version...check that one out.
A little late to the party, but the short answer is no. Sony does not allow 3rd party lens access to teleconverters from what I understand.
I just received mine this week to pair with my a7riii. I just hope Sigma is able to come up with a 1.4x TC for Sony.
Hi Liam. I was waiting for the promised action photos. In the later video with the running girl you tested Sigma 70-200. Have you tried the 100-400 mm on moving targets also?
Actually I have been using teh 100-400 all week on a commercial shoot. Its been amazing. here is a link to a 67 shot sequence.. ua-cam.com/video/m5YgffEWTVs/v-deo.html
@@liamdoran2149 Thank you. Real good. I am also interested in the eye focusing success rate, but I guess that will be an upcoming video? ;O)
Nice hands on! But for the Leica L-Mount there is a compatible 1.4 and 2.0 teleconverter available. Is there anything planned for the Sony E-Mount? Because currently this is one of the big advantages of the Sony 100-400 GM.
Same question
like the shot of the mama & ewe as these two were some distance away. Been thinking of paring this lens with my Sony A6400. How would this lens do with animals at distance of 4-500 yards away?
I have not shot the 6400 but I would assume it would be fantastic. there will be a crop factor so you'll gain on the telephoto side but lose a bit on the wide angle
Hello sir! Is it a weather sealing lens for taking photo wild life? Thank you!
Looks pretty nice Liam! 👍
Thanks Scott!
Hi Liam, since you mentioned being a Sigma ambassador, I thought I'd ask you a question: I just got my copy of this lens yesterday. I'm using on my A7RM2 (firmware 4.0) and I'm completely surprised by the fact that the Eye-AF function doesn't work (I get the "Invalid with the lens" warning). Other reviews (all using A7M3) say that Eye-AF works fine... Could it be related to my older camera or firmware. I've also noticed that the sharpness of all my shots isn't anywhere close to those I'm seeing on various reviews. I haven't seen any comments about there being bad copies in circulation, and I've been fortunate to never having had a bad version for any of the many other lenses I use. Any thoughts ?
Hey Steve...bummed you are having issues. I am not sure why eye af would not work...I suppose it could be that fact that its an older camera. Regardless, it should be totally sharp...I would contact Sigma/Sony and whoever you bought it from and see whats up? Best of luck!
Hi Steve, did you have any joy with the sharpness? I have noticed it helps waiting a second before taking the shot. I half depress the shutter and it seems to allow for the stabilisation to settle. Had more keepers. But your experiences would be good to know! Thanks
@@Subfrequenz Hi Dan, thanks for the follow up. I sent it back, Take care.
@@stevelloyd3 Thanks.
Considering to buy my first telephoto for landscape photography. Having a hard time choosing between this lens and Tamron 70-180 2.8.. It's aperture vs reach at the end.
If you need the 2.8 for portraits or low light go for that.. If you want the reach of the 400 for wildlife, sports and long lens landscapes go with this lens. They are very different pieces of glass to be sure.
Knowing that Tamron 70-180 2.8 will come it was one of the reason I switched to Sony. But now 70-180 is too expensive, for landscape too short, no OS, no tripod mount. Sigma for landscape could be very good. F5 is not limit as you must go ver F11 for landscape to get depth. For now I omit 70-180 as I have 28-70/2,8 and 85/1,8.
Once Sigma is available I need to check it and compare with rented 100-400GM .
I've got it on order and it'll be going on a new A6600. I had DSR version on a Nikon D500 and really liked it but missed the longer focal length and while it was sharp it wasn't as sharp as with the Nikon 200-500 I got but that was a year ago and now I am back looking for lighter gear etc. My Sonly setup will weigh aprox half of the Nikons 7+ lb! Is this your lens or a loaner from Sigma? If yours I'd really like to see some more critical comparisons and assessments.
Hi Bryan. This lens was Sigma's but I'll have my own shortly. I am a Sigma Ambassador therefore I only shoot Sigma glass so I won't be able to compare to other brands lenses. Thanks!
@@liamdoran2149 thanks for replying. I was looking for a comparison between the new DN version and DSLR version actually. I'll be interested to know if you think the DN is better essentially.
@@bryanstephens6007 The DG DN version's are totally different than the DSLR versions. The 14-24 and 24-70 are lighter and smaller than their counterparts which is nice.
@@liamdoran2149 I understand that they are different but they are both 100-400s and from the same manufacture. As well, many people are familiar with the DSLR version and how the AF and IQ fare. So the question remains. How much if any is it better than the DSLR version when it comes to AF and IQ?
@@bryanstephens6007 That is so subjective that I simply dont have an answer. Some will tell you one is better than the other and vice versa. IMO they are pretty much the same in both AF and IQ but some might tell you different. Bottom line I would happily shoot either for a professional assignment. Hope that helps. Maybe somplace like DXO mark could drive deeper into the nitty gritty
How does it perform with the A7RIV?
It does extremely well on the a7RIV. I shoot that combo all the time!
@@liamdoran2149 Great! Thank you.
Nice !!
Thanks Dave!
Can you shoot in crop mode to gain a longer reach?
For sure!
@@liamdoran2149 thank you!
What backpack are you using?
Osprey AG 65L. Great pack...a little heavy but it will last a long time!
Thank you
You should get a wireless mic!
If you shoot at 400mm, what is minimum shutter speed (1/400)? Thanks.
1/400s is only a rule of thumb for handhold. Due to stabelizer it it might be longer, but at some point you will get more bad shots, but still some good ones.
My 150-600 has chromatic aberration on edges. 😢
what's the body? A7III?
a9II for this shoot.
@@liamdoran2149 thanks for the inform. have bought the lens. it seems the most sharp is around 200 mm, your thought? watch this video again seems most of the photo were taken around 200 mm, if that case, maybe Tamron 70-180 is even better?
It's a Sony cam, so I'm assuming that back pack is full of batteries :)
Sony cameras, from the last 2y at least, have really good battery life, on the top among mirrorless cameras.
Honestly I have not problem with battery life. I heard that older Sony models had terrible battery life but the a9II and a7III have been excellent!
How can you tell if he is lying about being sigma ambasador?
He still using the sony camera strap🤣🤣
Huh? Or you could check the Sigma USA site and see for yourself. www.sigmaphoto.com/sigma-lounge/meet-the-ambassadors