Sony 24-70 2.8 GM II REVIEW: MAJOR UPDATE or Save Your Money?

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  • @froknowsphoto
    @froknowsphoto  2 роки тому +28

    What baseball stadiums should I go to this summer to shoot?

    • @harryvuemedia
      @harryvuemedia 2 роки тому +3

      Minnesota Twins @ Target Field

    • @ogonzilla
      @ogonzilla 2 роки тому +4

      Come to Citi Field. And invite me....lol..

    • @photorealismstr
      @photorealismstr 2 роки тому +2

      Forget baseball go for bikini shooting this summer!

    • @penguin_edits
      @penguin_edits 2 роки тому +2

      san diego padres!! petco park was rated best stadium 2 years ago. and we have machado!

    • @bobber1234
      @bobber1234 2 роки тому +3

      Wrigley Field

  • @geraldundone
    @geraldundone 2 роки тому +158

    Thanks for the shout-out, Jared! And great review as usual. 👍🙏

    • @froknowsphoto
      @froknowsphoto  2 роки тому +40

      you too....even though I haven't checked it out yet. I'm sure it's full of purple!!!

    • @rizz97pl
      @rizz97pl 2 роки тому +2

      I disagree with the endorsement....Jared you actually use the gear in show results in many years of work. 100k hrs 😁 No disrespect to Undone , but he just talks. No short films, documentary, clips of him using any of these products. Knowledge with no results is undone.

    • @reymundobarrera4601
      @reymundobarrera4601 2 роки тому +1

      Epic crossover of two of my favorite photography/videography youtubers

    • @user-ww2nd4co2p
      @user-ww2nd4co2p 2 роки тому

      @@rizz97pl Jared when you disagree: 😱😱😱😱😱😭😭

    • @ElementaryWatson-123
      @ElementaryWatson-123 2 роки тому +1

      Review is incomplete. There was no "drop on the floor" test.

  • @flatlander_photography
    @flatlander_photography 2 роки тому +24

    One of my favorite aspects of this channel is that you take care to contextualize the "is it worth it" with: for professionals that own the original, for professionals, and for amateurs/hobbyists. This is probably some of the most valuable advice in these videos because everyone else pretty much just say specs and prices. Thank you, Fro

  • @reapcurse
    @reapcurse 2 роки тому +3

    Just purchased mine today, got rid of my Sony GM 24-70 2.8 and went for the Mark 2. Seeing this video has made me glad I bought it now.

  • @GOAP68
    @GOAP68 2 роки тому +11

    When you see 8 videos covering the same new item all post within minutes, even seconds of each other; yep it's an official launch day. Time to pick your favorite reviewer and see what's new.

  • @duppsman
    @duppsman 2 роки тому +3

    I will say I bought the Fropack bundle and love them. Also really appreciate the video you did the other day for the full A7 iv menu and settings.

  • @jennifercall9014
    @jennifercall9014 Рік тому +4

    After a while using my new GM II, I noted that most of the reviews comment on the zoom ring “smooth or tight” switch plays a big role in varying the lense with my camera mounted to my capture clip. In tight, the barrel stays tight and does not extend. I feel that is the main point of the switch.

  • @Jaywestend
    @Jaywestend 2 роки тому +1

    When I started photography, almost 4 years ago, that free guide to low light was so clutch! Still reference it from time to time. All the other guides are aces!

  • @harryvuemedia
    @harryvuemedia 2 роки тому +4

    Love the review and very informative about this new GM 24-70 V.2. I'm definitely picking it up since its small, light and awesome!!! Thanks for the awesome review Jared!

  • @samdaly1382
    @samdaly1382 2 роки тому +20

    Everything about that lens looks amazing! I think a lot of people will pick it up mostly due to it's smaller size and weight

    • @timetraveler5127
      @timetraveler5127 2 роки тому +1

      Yes, I am one of them. The size, weight, sharpness and MFD is what I had been long waiting for.

  • @matic2601
    @matic2601 2 роки тому

    Just came from work and the fro has already delivered - oh yeah!

  • @riparianlife97701
    @riparianlife97701 2 роки тому +1

    I shot 3 weddings with my Zeiss 55 1.8 last weekend. Back against a wall, back against a pool, and back against a cliff. Sure wished I could have zoomed wider! I have this lens on the way from Amazon.

  • @furyzzz
    @furyzzz 2 роки тому +2

    Enjoyed your review as always and that print is absolutely amazing!

  • @Ten16Media
    @Ten16Media 2 роки тому +7

    Those sound like small updates, but that is kind of game changing in my opinion with the zoom updates!

    • @TW-iu9zy
      @TW-iu9zy 2 роки тому

      … indeed I see here also a worthy update. Much better then the GM version I.

  • @p.VAZ.
    @p.VAZ. 2 роки тому +1

    Loving the slideshow at the end!!!

  • @Bricketts
    @Bricketts 2 роки тому +2

    Solid review and great photos! I have to admit that I love Skittles, Universal Soldier, and Prestige Worldwide for my colored shots and Double-Stuffed Oreos for my black and whites.

  • @vicentestevenson5758
    @vicentestevenson5758 2 роки тому

    GREAT slides at the end!! Really inspiring Work jared, thanks !! ♥️

  • @homechoicehk
    @homechoicehk 2 роки тому +1

    I wanna buy one

  • @patrickglenn2969
    @patrickglenn2969 2 роки тому +1

    I want that “the Bryce is right!” print! Love the Phils.

  • @tonymarsh9282
    @tonymarsh9282 2 роки тому +1

    I am in Philly first week in November as my son is presenting at a Cystic-fibrosis conference (proud dad) Would love to drop in and say Hi Jared. Love to hear back.

  • @appealingalex3825
    @appealingalex3825 Рік тому

    Great review Jared. I will pick one up based on your rec.

  • @bquinn722
    @bquinn722 2 роки тому

    Fantastic review and amazing photos. I always come here first. Philly fan now in Texas. Harper is a family favorite. I would love that print of him to give to my boys!

  • @BroBrown357
    @BroBrown357 2 роки тому +1

    I hear so many UA-camrs bashing the original 24-70 but I’m an event and sometimes wedding photographer and it gives me amazing images every time, paired first with my a7ii and then the a7iii and now the a7lV.

    • @RyanJosephDaley
      @RyanJosephDaley 2 роки тому

      I also have the original 24-70gm and I’ve found it to be an exceptional lens on the a7iii.

  • @JaysCashVault
    @JaysCashVault 2 роки тому

    JP needs 5 mil this is definitely the best photo channel hands down by far

  • @matthewmallett4718
    @matthewmallett4718 2 роки тому +4

    Ive got the original 24-70mm gm lens which I bought used and overall it does the job it was designed to do. As a back up lens I bought the Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 G2 because of good reviews and was also cheaper then the Sony obviously and also the Sigma 24-70. The Tamron is now my go to lens as image quality wise its superb and its fast focusing and most of the time I can get away without using the extra 4mm on the wide end. The new Sony looks excellent and will be much harder wearing than the likes of Tamron but with such good third party alternatives available to Sony users since the original 24-70 came out I wonder if the pricing will put a lot of people off including working pros.

    • @matteow288
      @matteow288 2 роки тому +1

      I have a sony but dont own a lens. i use my companys tamrons all the time and theyre great. But i really need to bite the bullet and buy one. I shouldnt spend $3200 cad on a dang lens since i know i can get the job done with a tamron. Is the build quality, an extra 4mm of wideness and better resale value worth the extra thousands....what do you think? Such a tough decision.

    • @matthewmallett4718
      @matthewmallett4718 2 роки тому +1

      @@matteow288 There is always an argument that if you buy cheap you end up paying twice. In my opinion though the Tamron optically even wide open is cutting well above the price you have to pay for it and that alone makes it superb value for money. Its not built like a tank but how often do people really abuse their lenses to need to them built to such a high level and the plus of the lighter build is its easier to hold. The extra 4mm of wideness is subjective and I cant really answer that one but most of the time you probably dont need it unless your style of work dictates you using wide angle often. For me I am more in the region of 30 to 35mm and up to the 75mm end so it works fine. In summary I dont think you would regret buying it at all.

  • @NASA-Shill
    @NASA-Shill 2 роки тому +6

    I look forward to Sony updating all three lenses of their Triforce, I believe they just have one more lens in the Triforce to update.

    • @TW-iu9zy
      @TW-iu9zy 2 роки тому +1

      … if you use the 12-24 GM beside the 24-70 GM II and 70-200 GM II you work with the best FF trinity right now. 👍🏻 But you are right: Waiting for the 16-35 GM II also, maybe next year …

  • @p.VAZ.
    @p.VAZ. 2 роки тому +1

    Once again Jared crushes it on the review and your images are Legit!

  • @frog-vi2rk
    @frog-vi2rk 2 роки тому

    Would love that print, fantastic photo btw!!

  • @Cosmezim
    @Cosmezim 2 роки тому

    I want that printer.. and your Sony A1, and your everything!
    😭😭

  • @williefufu2985
    @williefufu2985 Місяць тому

    Jarred, what am I doing wrong? I bought the Fro Packs a few years ago, I have never been able to use it on my MacBookPro.

  • @jbw46001
    @jbw46001 2 роки тому +3

    The Tamron 28-75mm 2.8 G2 weighs 540 grams. It might be accurate to say the Sony is the lightest "24-70 2.8", but it is not the lightest in that class of lenses.

    • @SneakyCaleb
      @SneakyCaleb 2 роки тому

      the tamron 28-75 gen 1 is going on ebay for 600$. At that price it's the best bang for buck lens money can buy.

  • @RickProductions
    @RickProductions 2 роки тому

    That 2.8 Separation 😍 “You are not getting that with your cell phone!” 😂

  • @jer3006
    @jer3006 2 роки тому +4

    Great colors in those photos and I know you had as much to do with that as the new lens did. FYI for your counter: I fall, sadly, in the non-pro category so I appreciate your tip that you still recommend the Sigma 24-70 f/2.8 alternative- thanks for that, it is on my list for my new a7IV. Thanks, also for the Low-light Motion Guide... it looks to be very thorough.

    • @RealThore
      @RealThore 2 роки тому +3

      The sigma 24-70 is great on the a7 iv, I use that combo a lot as well. Only downside (for me) is the lens creep just by holding it facing a bit down. Except that a very great lens for half the price of the new GM and even cheaper on the used market

    • @jer3006
      @jer3006 2 роки тому

      @@RealThore Thanks for the tip RE the zoom-slide, now I'll know to shoot level.

    • @RealThore
      @RealThore 2 роки тому +1

      @@jer3006 you can shoot facing down easily when you have your hand on the zoom ring. It‘s just „disturbing“ when walking with the cam and the lens is extending

  • @TheJonyBlue
    @TheJonyBlue 2 роки тому

    I want this print! Lol, anyway great review! Thanks for the information. Always nice to see you pick up a new one to show us

  • @captun5207
    @captun5207 2 роки тому

    Love all the shots. Great shot of McCutcheon also. Sure, I would love a the print of Harper.

  • @mlecz19
    @mlecz19 8 місяців тому

    Jared ! Is it still actually possible to get the printer for a poor fan from Far Eastern Europe Poland 😅 and about your reviews, this is so good job, your way of talking is just light lika a spring wind in the morning man ! Absolutely love it! Doesn’t sound like a funeral talk - just buy it and good bye. Keep doing what you doing and put some inteligent and funny little talks as you do always ! Take care !

  • @duncangroenewald
    @duncangroenewald 2 роки тому

    I want that print - just because it is from you !!

  • @krle27
    @krle27 2 роки тому +1

    I just have one question, how ypu get 3 players in focus and a blurry background at 2.8f...I'm just an amater sony user so trying to get as much as I can. Thanks

  • @reboundk1ng
    @reboundk1ng 2 роки тому

    please do a video again on cheap camera body and lenses, will it be possible to get pro look result?

  • @Concise_Focus
    @Concise_Focus 2 роки тому

    As always, the best reviews!

  • @tstanley01
    @tstanley01 2 роки тому

    Watched your iced coffee hour interview...awesome insight into the amount of fortitude it took to get you from A to B...that being said, I think you are wrong...I think you are a very likeable guy...

  • @LysanderLH
    @LysanderLH 2 роки тому

    Why would you not want an aperture ring on a lens? Doesn’t the camera adjust for vignetting?

  • @PixeloProGear
    @PixeloProGear 5 місяців тому

    Does this stand up to primes from a sharpness perspective? I get it will never be as sharp as a prime or have the aperture range. But just want to know if it can hold its’ own against a prime. I’ve got an opportunity to pick a brand new one up at $1800 and finally considering this lens.

  • @arkkitekktura
    @arkkitekktura 2 роки тому

    Are you recording video and then picking a frame from it? I am confused how you go from the video to the still? Maybe you have a camera mount at the top of the camera to show a smooth transition, care to explain?

  • @xmodcamaro
    @xmodcamaro 2 роки тому +1

    I want this dam print Jared! Also epic video what a cool space to shoot and this lens is definitely a good upgrade but I’ll stick with my sigma for now

  • @noynic
    @noynic 2 роки тому

    Enjoyed the vid. Your presets are awesome. I would love to have that print of B.Harper. I want that pic!

  • @philipledingham
    @philipledingham 2 роки тому

    I’d love that print! Enjoy hot channel!

  • @McSpark86
    @McSpark86 2 роки тому +1

    I just ordered the 70-200 GM 2 yesterday and found out there's a new version of the 24-70 GM? Can I afford it? (Yes) do I need it? Yes especially for events. One catch I need the original for now because of two clients this Friday.

  • @henry6460
    @henry6460 2 роки тому

    Jared, I would love to get a Mr. Harper's picture that you took. I was a huge Phillies fan when I lived in Howell, NJ. Love your channel!!

  • @riparianlife97701
    @riparianlife97701 Рік тому

    My tech screwed up while cleaning mine, and now the aperture ring doesn't work.

  • @gpfeiffer1
    @gpfeiffer1 2 роки тому

    I would love a copy of that print, thank you. I recommend that you should go to Dodger Stadium, Wrigley Field, and Fenway Park.

  • @canucklehead28
    @canucklehead28 2 роки тому

    Great photos! Great advice too.

  • @Oxbowphoto
    @Oxbowphoto 2 роки тому

    I want that print (please). No need to watch any more reviews, great as always!

  • @SarkarKalyanjit
    @SarkarKalyanjit Рік тому

    I just received my Sony GM2 24-70. Are the internal elements in free state and rattle when camera not connected? Is that Normal? Will it not damage anything inside during travel?

  • @janissevalenzuela
    @janissevalenzuela 2 роки тому

    Is this lens also good for vlogging or recording UA-cam Videos?

  • @chivatech
    @chivatech 2 роки тому

    Also can you tell me what this lens is SAL-70200G2
    70-200 mm F2.8 G SSM II

  • @JohnDrummondPhoto
    @JohnDrummondPhoto 2 роки тому

    The Sony lens' vignette is significant, the only negative I'd have. How does that compare to its predecessor and the competition?

  • @Monuments_to_Good_Intentions
    @Monuments_to_Good_Intentions 2 роки тому

    Your photos make me want to get the A1

  • @durianriders
    @durianriders 2 роки тому

    Works good for me on my FX3

  • @christophergilman4878
    @christophergilman4878 2 роки тому

    I loved the printed. The lens looks great.

  • @iggi3985
    @iggi3985 2 роки тому

    Might stick with my Tamron for now... but great video!
    PS.. about the print, Gimme, gimme, gimme!!!

  • @thepromiser899
    @thepromiser899 Рік тому

    Hey Jared how can I reach to my local MLB to do what you do?

  • @DavidTpitCabrera
    @DavidTpitCabrera 2 роки тому

    I´d love to have that print!!!! good job Jared

  • @noeldev2
    @noeldev2 2 роки тому

    Great review as usual!

  • @tboylyons1
    @tboylyons1 2 роки тому

    I want this print…😝 great review keep up the good work.

  • @sloop24
    @sloop24 2 роки тому +1

    I want that print! It looked so colorful and I'm going to stick with my sigma since I don't use it for a living.

  • @octacore5.029
    @octacore5.029 2 роки тому

    Brooooooooo C'MON want this print so bad!!! I need it.

  • @greentenrninja6452
    @greentenrninja6452 2 роки тому

    I want this print! Love your videos. I watched this and I’m a canon shooter haha

  • @arcainecaliao3031
    @arcainecaliao3031 Рік тому

    is it worth to buy this kind of lens for my a7c?

  • @jos241
    @jos241 2 роки тому

    will this lens work with ILCE-7M3? Sony says [Aperture Drive in AF] (still image) in the menu can be used in camera system software of Ver. 2.00 or later. should I be concern ?

  • @tessmcmurray578
    @tessmcmurray578 2 роки тому

    Hi Jared, overall, would you recommend the new sony 24-70 over the sigma 24-70?

  • @DownstreamV
    @DownstreamV 2 роки тому

    When is this actually releasing? Any idea?

  • @ronniesuburban
    @ronniesuburban 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the super informative video. Even though I'm not a Sony shooter, your analytical approach provides a lot of insight for scenario-specific shooting across brands. As always, learning a ton from watching your videos.

  • @truthsayers8725
    @truthsayers8725 2 роки тому +1

    24-70 being a perfect pj lens goes hand in hand with MOST every pj ive ever known or worked with who carried a 24mm, 35mm, 50mm and 85mm primes...
    im shooting white world (canon) but use the 24-70 f2.8L II to shoot through the end glass (no photo ports) in my hockey rink. (federal prospects hockey league). i HATE that i have to shoot through but from this position 24-70 is good. id like the 24-105 SOMETIMES but f4 isnt fast enough in this old barn...
    id love to get an all access pass like that for the Detroit Tigers! do i need to grow out my hair? never had it long enough to be a fro, though

  • @steviegbcool
    @steviegbcool 2 роки тому +1

    I would rather it be the same size as the original but be 24-90 that would of been awesome.

  • @kylewarner3843
    @kylewarner3843 9 місяців тому

    Hello I am from Philly and a Big Phillies fan I would love to get a copy of them pictures how can I do so.

  • @stevenwaldstein2249
    @stevenwaldstein2249 2 роки тому +5

    As always Thank you for the review and the FroPacks. Really interested in this since I used to own the version 1. Will be really interested to see how it, on the A1/A7RIV compares to the Nikkor Z 24-70/2.8 S on the Z9. A comparison video would be great or one compared to the Canon RF 24-70/2.8L IS. By the way would really like a copy of your Bryce Harper print. Thank you again

  • @ravicksreview66
    @ravicksreview66 2 роки тому

    Well done. Great review

  • @gerardtx291
    @gerardtx291 2 роки тому +1

    Canon needs to add those switches. This lens looks good

  • @loldart
    @loldart 2 роки тому

    Not a pro. However owned the original GM for a number of years. No brainer to move towards this. Already pre-order and have a buyer line up to take my OG 24-70mm GM.

  • @arizoniatea
    @arizoniatea 2 роки тому

    I'm still going to keep rocking my Tamron 28-70mm that was $800

  • @SimplyShabana
    @SimplyShabana 2 роки тому

    I just got today. G master 24-70 lense not. New i got old version is that good or not

  • @ifyahadone
    @ifyahadone 2 роки тому

    Come to St Pete and photograph the Rays! And invite me to come along! 📸📸📸

  • @shotzbysharaf
    @shotzbysharaf 2 роки тому

    Jared!!! I want that print 🥺

  • @leugimrc
    @leugimrc 2 роки тому

    Nice. Congrats for that pass.

  • @ttown1376
    @ttown1376 2 роки тому

    How do you record the evf of a sony? Also. I want that print!!!!!!

  • @HorusEagletus
    @HorusEagletus 2 роки тому

    As a long time (not really) fan of yours, I seldomly found you praising anything like this. Interesting. Now I want this lens so bad.

  • @JonathanBarrow
    @JonathanBarrow 2 роки тому

    I WANT THAT PRINT.
    big Harper fan and big Fro fan

  • @bullettoothdo88
    @bullettoothdo88 2 роки тому +1

    I’d love that print! Great review as always!

  • @annemarieleone6394
    @annemarieleone6394 2 роки тому +1

    Would love that print! What a great pass to have to access these events, been to Phillies games since a kid and got to say a bit jealous that you’re on the field with them.. Interesting perspective on old vs newer… Its exactly how I felt about Version 1 of 70-200… Love the Version 2 of that one.

  • @MahendraSinghDhoniFan
    @MahendraSinghDhoniFan 2 роки тому

    Hi Jared, I would like the Canon inkjet printed picture! Will hang it up, Thank you :)

  • @artmaltman
    @artmaltman 2 роки тому

    Please compare the GM v2 to the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DN. (Sigma is way heavier, yes? How about operations and image quality?). Thank you.

    • @froknowsphoto
      @froknowsphoto  2 роки тому +1

      my answer to that is the Sigma is $1099, it's not really a comparison at that point. If you have the money, get the Sony, if you don't the sigma is great.

  • @matthewdrew9539
    @matthewdrew9539 2 роки тому

    just bought sigma 24-70 lens as soon as I saw the specs of the g master 2 I still think the sigma is best bang for buck

  • @masonkramer9244
    @masonkramer9244 2 роки тому

    What kind of paper do you print on? I just ordered that paper but can’t decide on paper.

  • @LLuo-lw8le
    @LLuo-lw8le Рік тому

    We can afford it and i want something lightweight for travel. I’m a semi professional family photographer but going to take a year or a few off to just enjoy life with my own children. But!!!! I do like lens flares. I read that this new lighter 24-70 2.8 gm II has an anti glare mechanism???
    I want my natural lens flares.. am I better off buying a prime leica lens and attaching it to my sony? So then I get the natural lens flares I want and lighter weight?

  • @Heyyluis
    @Heyyluis 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the video, can’t wait to hopefully get my hands on my first 24-70💪🏻 I’ve never really needed it for some weird reason, but this one exited me!
    also love the printer, what printer is that! 😭

  • @ThomasGarnett_GLensCreative
    @ThomasGarnett_GLensCreative 2 роки тому

    Great review. I want this photo.

  • @cliffordharvey6884
    @cliffordharvey6884 2 роки тому

    YES WANT THAT PRINT ,👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @hb5318
    @hb5318 2 роки тому

    Dude! Your hair Wel Habs 😂😂

  • @marlonb.8243
    @marlonb.8243 Рік тому

    Sony thinks about it just as well or even better than the competition. And nice thing is they listen to their users.