Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II Review: A TERRIFIC Zoom Lens!

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  • Опубліковано 31 лип 2024
  • Review of Sony's new 70-200mm f/2.8 G Master OSS Mark II. Discussing image quality, build, autofocus, video features, and comparison to the Sony 100-400mm.
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    Review of Sony's new 70-200mm f/2.8 G Master OSS Mark II. Discussing image quality, build, autofocus, video features, and comparison to the Sony 100-400mm.
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    0:00 - Intro & Disclosure
    0:56 - Focus Breathing
    1:15 - Close Focusing
    1:29 - Manual Focusing & Parfocalness
    1:49 - Build, Features, & Size
    2:55 - Sponsor Segment
    3:28 - Portrait Shoot Test
    6:47 - Teleconverter & 100-400mm Comparison
    7:18 - Sharpness
    7:55 - Chromatic Aberration
    8:29 - Video Quality & Autofocus
    9:04 - Bokeh
    9:21 - Flare & Hood
    9:55 - Final Thoughts
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  • @nachojr99
    @nachojr99 2 роки тому +36

    Love the combination of the lab/clinical examination and you three being out in the field testing it and sharing your thoughts right there at the moment. Keep it up Gerald, we love you work and it's of great use for us. Now I just need to sell some stuff to buy this lens!

  • @JustChris97
    @JustChris97 2 роки тому +16

    Loving these new reviews with guests! You rock Gerald! 👍🏾

  • @dunnadidit
    @dunnadidit 2 роки тому +118

    YES! It's time to give us new GM Zooms!!!!! Shove that new AF motor in and give it to me!

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz 2 роки тому +5

      LETS GOOOO

    • @RobJorg
      @RobJorg 2 роки тому +1

      stand in line Dunna

    • @nikhiljohn88
      @nikhiljohn88 2 роки тому +2

      Is an update expected for the 100-400 GM?

    • @mvannetti
      @mvannetti 2 роки тому +2

      @@nikhiljohn88 I think a rumor was out for the 24-70 GM a while back

    • @trogdor
      @trogdor 2 роки тому +2

      A 24-70 with IS to compete against Canon's standard zoom would be great. Also a 28-70/f2 would be rad as well.

  • @trowaclown
    @trowaclown 2 роки тому +6

    The recent variety in content types is a breath of fresh air. I do prefer this one to the anamorphic one though - no filler chatter, which is something I've always appreciated on this channel.

  • @RCodyWanner
    @RCodyWanner 2 роки тому +7

    thank you 1,000,000!! so rad to get out and shoot with Lee, loved that segment coupled with the normal in studio stuff!

  • @mohammedabukhadra3471
    @mohammedabukhadra3471 2 роки тому +14

    That AF is insane, especially those continuous shots unbelievably smooth! I'd cry experiencing something that smooth 😅😂

  • @michael_jons
    @michael_jons 2 роки тому +1

    Your reviews are in a class all their own. I so value your work on these kinds of videos -- thank you! I will probably pick this lens up at some point.
    I also really enjoy watching your other kinds of creative content as well and look forward to seeing what you make next.

  • @AmritaBhortake
    @AmritaBhortake 2 роки тому +1

    What a fantastic review! Thanks, Gerald and Lee for making this really helpful video 🙌🏼 Gerald, I am loving these new videos, just saying ☺️

  • @adriantxu
    @adriantxu 2 роки тому +5

    Loving these new ideas for your videos. I think you make great OTF interviews while testing the products with a fellow creator.

  • @Plant_Based_Riffs
    @Plant_Based_Riffs 2 роки тому +4

    This is exactly what I’ve been waiting for. Seems like a fantastic update!

  • @SleepingBearAudio
    @SleepingBearAudio 2 роки тому +3

    Oh how I’ve missed the Gerald-walking-spin-move-AF-tracking tests! Also great to see Lee in some of your vids recently. Great video as always

  • @bobsykes
    @bobsykes 2 роки тому +9

    Your reviews have become the best and most useful. It’s fantastic to see Sony finally offering lenses up to the quality of their sensors. It looks like this joins the newest 35mm GM, 135mm GM and 50mm GM as true top drawer glass. The fact its performance is optimized for video compared to those primes is a bonus. Thank you.

    • @wparo
      @wparo Рік тому

      35 is horrible for video. Breathing is unbearable

  • @chadmorrow2722
    @chadmorrow2722 2 роки тому

    Hell yaaassss!!👏🏽 Extremely useful and I was looking for a review like this to show the overall performance comparisons as well as the 2x teleconverter so thank you for that and well done! 🙌🏽📸

  • @harryvuemedia5106
    @harryvuemedia5106 2 роки тому +34

    Glad to see that Sony actually cares about Gerald Undone's work and lends him their lenses to test review. I think this is one of the lens that Gerald couldn't talk about last time haha.

    • @gabrielmachadobsb
      @gabrielmachadobsb 2 роки тому +6

      Canon should follow the example instead of only getting one R3 in Canada and giving it to a guy who broke it playing with a drone

    • @raksh9
      @raksh9 2 роки тому +3

      @@gabrielmachadobsb The other guy has a massive following and is an official Canon ambassador.

    • @Brandon4Weiss
      @Brandon4Weiss 2 роки тому

      @@gabrielmachadobsb lol also he didn't break it, he broke the lens that was on it

  • @duythanhish
    @duythanhish 2 роки тому

    This channel is one of the best I’ve seen on UA-cam, quality-wise. I watched this video till the end and gave it a thumbs-up though I have no interest in buying or experiencing this lense. It’s just that good haha. Keep it up Gerald.

  • @randomgeocacher
    @randomgeocacher 2 роки тому +3

    These recent colab’s have been pretty great. If this is part of your efforts to make your UA-cam career more fun, have no fear. Moar intelligent audience would enjoy this clever mix :) and as always, thanks for your informative and fun videos !

  • @09williamsa
    @09williamsa 2 роки тому +1

    I think this is your perfect format. Still having the talking head studio shots for the nerdy explanations, but doing more field tests and bringing in some guests for a second opinion 👌🏻 golden my man.

  • @stevenwaldstein2249
    @stevenwaldstein2249 2 роки тому +4

    The additional comparison with the teleconverter is very helpful. I think it actually will give you a way to save weight and money if you sell both your existing 70-200 and 100-400. Thank you as always for your excellent videos.

  • @summonedfist
    @summonedfist 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for testing the 2x TC! It's such useful information for the potential versatility!!

  • @FelixHuray
    @FelixHuray 2 роки тому

    Love your videos getting more outside and change of scenery. Big fan from Indonesia 🇮🇩

  • @Curtis-Randall
    @Curtis-Randall 2 роки тому

    I’m loving to colabs! Great review. Have a wonderful day

  • @photoreviewed-com
    @photoreviewed-com 2 роки тому

    Thanks for your review, happy to share it!

  • @richardsteinbergmakingknives
    @richardsteinbergmakingknives 2 роки тому

    Excellent video Gerald!!! I have the 70-200 Mk1 and love it but the older I get, the less I like the weight. This looks like a good enough improvement to warrant the upgrade. I'll still get good $$$ on the sale of my old one. Thanks!

  • @touchtennis
    @touchtennis 2 роки тому

    Very tempted. And glad the intro music is back!

  • @personaldronerepair6141
    @personaldronerepair6141 2 роки тому

    Love It! Love It! Love It!
    That intro brings a smile to face every time.
    Great Video!!

  • @AndyTran
    @AndyTran 2 роки тому +1

    Super Dope! I see what you're doing with your channel and it's super dope!

  • @kraft1954
    @kraft1954 2 роки тому +8

    Super lens !!!

  • @matthewjethro1160
    @matthewjethro1160 2 роки тому

    Amazing as always!! I have really enjoyed your content, though am I the only one that wanted to see some more of your new flavour of content creation?

  • @Nearest_Neighbor
    @Nearest_Neighbor 2 роки тому +4

    Just some love for you and all the people in this community ❤️

  • @martinwoodfilms
    @martinwoodfilms 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the teleconverter tests! Crucial for weddings

  • @raulakis35
    @raulakis35 2 роки тому

    I am definitely getting the new version!!! great review as always Gerald!!

  • @jamescook5931
    @jamescook5931 2 роки тому +1

    Dude, one of your best reviews ever! Thank you...

  • @zisiszak
    @zisiszak 2 роки тому +2

    Clear and informative video! I’ve held off buying the mk1 in anticipation of this moment. Looking forward to getting my hands on this soon :D

  • @Pola509
    @Pola509 Рік тому +1

    Gerald! Just purchased this yesterday and so excited to use it!!! :)

  • @Luke..luke..luke..
    @Luke..luke..luke.. 2 роки тому

    I always watch your review first. Simply the best format and most informed photographer 💪

  • @clarissadiokno
    @clarissadiokno 2 роки тому +8

    Wow, your voice is so soothing. Dope video! Thanks for having me be part of it (and including my air humping)! 💃🏼🤣

    • @geraldundone
      @geraldundone  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks, Clarissa! Appreciate your help. 🙏💜

    • @AJ_UK_LIVE
      @AJ_UK_LIVE 2 роки тому +1

      Air humping was a fun move haha

  • @Epic501
    @Epic501 2 роки тому

    Perfect comparison, covered every question I had. Definitely wishlisting the 70-200 II and the 2x TC

  • @tomsunday
    @tomsunday 2 роки тому

    Oh wow! I always wanted a lens with this much reach. How cool! My 18-105 has a lot of focus breathing and can be frustrating. Thanks for bringing us this info Gerald. You are the man.

  • @tuckerjeffrey
    @tuckerjeffrey 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the very informative info relating to the new version 2 of the Sony 70-200mm. As always your video was great. I’m getting one for sure but not getting rid of my Sony 100-400.

  • @Grisildor
    @Grisildor 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the teleconverter comparison. I spent the afternoon digging around for tests on the old 70-200 with 2x thinking about replacing my sigma 100-400 and Tamron 70-180 with this and the tc. I'm just on an a9 so I'm curious how the sharpness comparison is with 24mp now. Fantastic review as always!

  • @leroyjr9
    @leroyjr9 2 роки тому

    Great video! Thanks for the information.

  • @charlieb7630
    @charlieb7630 2 роки тому

    Gerald out in the wild! I like it!

  • @thisisourchannel3589
    @thisisourchannel3589 2 роки тому

    Very good review. Thank you 👍

  • @Bo_Hazem
    @Bo_Hazem 2 роки тому +3

    Wonderful review! Might use that combination with the 2x instead of separately buying the 100-400mm GM.

  • @johnthomasgoerke7852
    @johnthomasgoerke7852 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the vid, Gerald.

  • @Peacheslaroo
    @Peacheslaroo Рік тому

    Super happy with my purchase! I’ll be using it on my new A7 IV. The weight or lack of it sold me as well! You wouldn’t think a pound was a big deal but it so is a big deal. I also just went with a 1.4 converter.

  • @LifeSurfingDude
    @LifeSurfingDude 2 роки тому +3

    woohoooo! I'm so happy you are reviewing it and very happy Sony keeps on improving their glass! looking forward to 24-70 lens upgrade as well.

    • @joshuareveles
      @joshuareveles 2 роки тому

      That desperately needs an upgrade

    • @stevenuseda6317
      @stevenuseda6317 2 роки тому

      @@joshuareveles totally agree! I'd even argue that the 24-70 needed it more, but this is a welcome upgrade

    • @LifeSurfingDude
      @LifeSurfingDude 2 роки тому

      ​@@stevenuseda6317 I would agree. for what I do 24-70 is much desired. dying to find out how far Sony would go to enhance mark II.

  • @leestuart38
    @leestuart38 2 роки тому +1

    Lens review aside, big fan of this new style/format you used in this video. I hope to see this more

  • @familyschaeffer8348
    @familyschaeffer8348 2 роки тому +1

    Great vid! Would love to see a Sony 28-70 F/2.0 next, to keep up with Canon.

  • @pedercarlsen9199
    @pedercarlsen9199 2 роки тому

    The wait is over 🤩 waited for this in 3 years

  • @david.stachon
    @david.stachon 2 роки тому

    I was going to get the GM for my birthday this month. Going hold off and the the mkII for Xmas I guess.
    Great review.

  • @TheAuroraChasers
    @TheAuroraChasers 2 роки тому

    Much appreciated Gerald!

  • @vasilestan
    @vasilestan 2 роки тому

    Awesome... I was waiting for a lens like this for some time now

  • @SamNewton
    @SamNewton 2 роки тому +56

    watching this hits a little different after watching the last video hahaha

    • @JonathanNotley
      @JonathanNotley 2 роки тому +2

      It’s like he’s being held hostage by storyblocks 🥴

  • @SamuelOrf
    @SamuelOrf 2 роки тому

    Now, THIS is Undone content!

  • @david.stachon
    @david.stachon 2 роки тому

    Darn, I was really hoping you'd take it to the arena to shoot some hockey/ringette.
    That's where I'll be using mine.

  • @wkmpellucid
    @wkmpellucid 2 роки тому

    Thanks again, Gerald.

  • @tylerherrinton2597
    @tylerherrinton2597 2 роки тому

    12 reviews of this lens pop up in my subscription feed... always click Gerald's first 👍

  • @REVIEWSONTHERUN
    @REVIEWSONTHERUN 2 роки тому

    Nice lens. Cool video. Thank you for sharing it ✌️

  • @DanFox
    @DanFox 2 роки тому

    Oh, man... I didn't realize I was unhappy with the mark 1 version until I saw this! 🤣🤣🤣
    Excellent job as always, man! Enjoyed the "on location" bit!

  • @JordanSteckar
    @JordanSteckar 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the review. I was actually almost decided to brake the bank and buy this lens (Mark I) but as this Mark II is killing the game, I am breaking the bank even more to get my hand on it.

  • @JeahnLaffitte
    @JeahnLaffitte 2 роки тому

    Oh boy! I just got my 1st gen last year. Upgrade here we come!

  • @macruise
    @macruise 2 роки тому

    thanks G !

  • @cinqo7
    @cinqo7 2 роки тому +2

    Who is the model?

  • @AJxBishop
    @AJxBishop 2 роки тому

    This is a fantastic review

  • @vinse81
    @vinse81 2 роки тому

    Looking forward to your review of A7IV next week
    P.S tell us more about photo capabilities of the camera.

  • @ianporter1600
    @ianporter1600 2 роки тому +1

    Gerald, I’m gonna give you a thumbs up already without watching it because I know this is gonna be a review I can trust. Now onto watching the review 😃

  • @KNURKonesur
    @KNURKonesur 2 роки тому

    Terrific! And not doing anything groundbreakingly better than the older lenses that are much cheaper.

  • @Whaever_1981
    @Whaever_1981 2 роки тому

    Regarding the parfocalness. Is it near parfocal with just autofocus engaged or also with it off? Thank you for the great video!!!

  • @AnthonyGugliotta
    @AnthonyGugliotta 2 роки тому

    Cool lens. Great Review.

  • @pwiepaul
    @pwiepaul 2 роки тому +1

    Nice review! Is it focus by wire or mechanical manual focus?

  • @schoeferfilm
    @schoeferfilm 2 роки тому

    Really awesome Geradld 💪🏼 perfect for me for my fx6, or ? 🎥😀 best cinematic greetings from germany

  • @EdwargGz
    @EdwargGz 2 роки тому

    You are the man! My next lens for sure! But I have to say this, WHY THELL YOU ONLY HAVE 200K FOLLOWERS? YESHHHH You deserve millions! NUFFSAID!

  • @Pompez_
    @Pompez_ 2 роки тому

    OH Yeah its new Undone video!!

  • @fabipuello
    @fabipuello 2 роки тому

    Great job!

  • @trekkeruss
    @trekkeruss 2 роки тому +1

    I just bought a used but perfect copy of the MKl for a great price. I have no real complaints at all, not even about the weight, but this does sound very appealing.

  • @pianoman1973
    @pianoman1973 Рік тому

    Thanks for the great review ! Did you try it also with the X1.4 teleconverter ? And if so , what is any better in terms of the flaws you mentioned for the X2 converter ?

  • @guyjordan8201
    @guyjordan8201 2 роки тому

    An actually exciting lens. Hopefully this is a sign of things to come.

  • @SENSEIJASON
    @SENSEIJASON 2 роки тому

    Looks super dope 🔥

  • @GeorgeNikic
    @GeorgeNikic 2 роки тому

    Yes!!! FINALLY! Now do the same thing with the 16-35mm GM 😃

  • @mralexlex
    @mralexlex 2 роки тому

    Great Scott! One helluva lens...

  • @CosmicHonesty
    @CosmicHonesty 2 роки тому

    is it worth upgrading from the mark 1 version 70-200mm?

  • @jsflm
    @jsflm 2 роки тому

    I just gone mine and I wondered what felt loose inside of the lens. Im guessing its what you mentioned at around 5:55 correct?

  • @Toglander
    @Toglander 2 роки тому

    I just got this lens and notice a slight continuous noise, almost like the sound of a tiny motor or fan running, whenever it is attached to my A1 and powered up. Is this normal? Do you hear it coming from your lens as well?

  • @SuperNicktendo
    @SuperNicktendo 2 роки тому

    Oh man. Added to my list. I only have a 35mm prime and have been looking to expand my glass.

  • @LifeSurfingDude
    @LifeSurfingDude 2 роки тому +1

    I got it Gerald! I got it and it is amazing, dude!

  • @lorenzo4262
    @lorenzo4262 9 місяців тому

    hello, nice review, and limiting to 1.4x teleconverter? how it perform? and (if you have tried, how is bokeh of 70-200 g2 macro)

  • @Greyjayjay
    @Greyjayjay Рік тому

    Worth getting for the A7ii?

  • @JF..
    @JF.. 2 роки тому

    🔥 review

  • @beliveaubrandon
    @beliveaubrandon 2 роки тому

    Curious why the monitor came out for photos?! Recording the screen?! And also...is the buffer that big on the A1 or was that the monitor somehow coming into play?! I have been holding off on buying the 70-200 because it was so old and now I am STOKED to pick this one up! Thanks a ton Gerald!

  • @gauthamsuresh2474
    @gauthamsuresh2474 2 роки тому

    If we are using a 200 mm lens on a full frame camera , at what distance will a 1 mtr long diagonal placed rod / stick will occupy the full 35mm diagonal of frame ??

  • @ovalord516
    @ovalord516 2 роки тому

    I’m Gerald Undone and I stay at a F2.8
    Love your videos Gerald! Thank you!

  • @gemwebb
    @gemwebb 11 місяців тому

    Good for video at 200mm?

  • @ayoubrahmmani1004
    @ayoubrahmmani1004 2 роки тому

    Best notification again ❤️

  • @sangpi3324
    @sangpi3324 2 роки тому

    I got one. But, There is somethings moving inside the lenses (like rumbling sound) without attaching camera. Is it normal?

  • @1BigBucks1
    @1BigBucks1 2 роки тому +1

    Clarissa was pretty pumped!

  • @arturoavalos5939
    @arturoavalos5939 2 роки тому

    Where the a1 shots in focus? I notice the eye box all over the place. I have that issue with mine and it never focuses correctly. Does canon have same problem?

  • @ZestyAsTech
    @ZestyAsTech 2 роки тому +1

    I'd love to see Sony's take on Sigma's 35mm 1.2 They just released their 1.4 so it's not something we'll see for a long time but I love FAST wide angle lenses!

  • @nelsonpuello8722
    @nelsonpuello8722 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you, Gerald. I have the mk I of this lens, and I was curious to hear your recommendation for upgrading. Besides the weight reduction, I didn't hear anything super compelling for me to upgrade, but I was wondering what other owners of the original version think about in terms of upgrade and what they find is important to them.

    • @Martin-nu6ym
      @Martin-nu6ym 2 роки тому +2

      I have the A1, the mk 1 with and without the 1.4x teleconverter handled nicely for me at 10 fps in a low light no flash allowed event. The mark 1 also does pretty good for infrared photography on a converted camera I use. The one kilo savings, close focusing capabilities, and the ability to handle the AF of the A1 for the more demanding fps might be my reason for upgrading but I do have the 100-400 GM and 135 GM to assist.

  • @franztrinidad3454
    @franztrinidad3454 2 роки тому

    you can see how light it is through how he carries the setup with one hand, on the the body.