EPIC Sony Portrait Lens Battle: Sony 70-200mm f/4 G I vs G2
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- Today, we're taking a look at Sony's brand new 70-200mm f/4 G Macro OSS II lens and comparing it with the original version during an outdoor portrait session with Katelyn! Which one do you think looked best?
All of the images being shown in this video are straight out of the camera RAW files that I converted to JPEG. The in-camera JPEG previews that I was seeing in my viewfinder looked different at the time since the A7IV isn't showing you what the RAW file looks like, so keep that in mind as I make remarks throughout the video in comparing these two lenses.
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Which one did you prefer, V1 or V2? To my eyes, the JPEG files I was seeing in the EVF with the new lens made her skintones look really great. The overall performance was better on V2 as well, but V1 definitely surprised me! Let me know which lenses you'd like for me to test in a future video below.
¿Cuál prefieres, la V1 o la V2? A mis ojos, los archivos JPEG que veía en el EVF con el nuevo objetivo hacían que sus tonos de piel tuvieran un aspecto realmente estupendo. El rendimiento general también era mejor con la V2, pero la V1 me sorprendió. Dime qué objetivos te gustaría que probara en un próximo vídeo.
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There is no discernible difference for any who has this lens.
If the people who do not own the original they should buy it as it is so much cheaper ,but it is good Sony made the new one .
I can't live without an internal zoom.. with the exception of the Zeiss 16-35 f4, that has a short extension and is very well built. Version 1 feels much better to use.
I have version 1, I was expecting version 2 to be obviously better given the 9 years difference in release, but it doesn't really look so. If version 2 is better, it's by a tiny margin. So it's not worth the upgrade for me or any existing version1 users for that matter, unless you need macro in this lens (which I don't). Also, the internal focusing is a plus in the old version.
I do like the new compact size of the V2 but I love the internal zoom of the V1. It looks like both have about the same amount of turning the zoom ring to go from 70-200mm. I like that.
I'm a fan of internal zoom lenses too. The v2 motors are so fast that it makes it a tough choice if you own a newer body.
I trust your reviews. I have owned the original 70-200mm f/4 version for many years and have shot thousands of images with this lens - using it both on the A7iii and A6600. I am very happy with the lens and the images that it produces.
If I were in the market for a lens of this focal length, I would have a hard time deciding which to purchase. However, since I own the original version, the new model doesn't offer me enough advantages to justify the cost of replacing the Mk-1 with the Mk-2....
Version 1
They look pretty close to each other to my eye. I wouldn't have an issue with either. Will also add that no commentary with the images at the end of the video feels like an incomplete production here.
Thanks for the feedback 👍
The new one has better contrast and is center-sharp. If buying new I would get Gen II, of course, but Gen 1 is sufficient I think.
I don’t own either lens. Looking to buy one or the other. Love the size of the G2. Love the internal zoom of the original. Love the price of the original, the G2 not so much.
Great video! may I ask where you got your shirt from? I can't find it anywhere online 😅
Watched till the end hoping there would a be a few full length shots so I could see the actual B-bokeh result. Torn between getting the F4 or the 2.8
The 70-200mm Macro which I own now is a beast and at the moment I prefer it for portraits because the portrait with the 85mm 1.4 GM or the 35mm 1.4 Sigma looked great but I like the look of the 70-200 and the flexibility more and comparing to the 85 GM the ears are not sharp at 1.4 everything blurred; I loved that look and it is great for portraits but when shooting two or more people the 70-200 is much better and the sharpness is phenomenal. This lens was as expensive as the 85mm 1.4 GM was and the 135mm 1.8 that I actually wanted but it is so much more versatile.
The g2 is good but most of the g2 lenses have postwork in mind and it shows in the optics. The f4 tho is good if you got lighting set up, I'm a big fan of f4
I think the biggest difference about the V2 was not mentioned here and that’s the macro side of the lens. For portraits I think they’re dead even unless you do some 200+% pixel peeping which is absolutely silly. The V2 compactness is negated because of its external zoom. I would trust the V1 more when it comes to weather sealing.
THX for the video! I have the V1 and I'm more than satisfied by the performance of this lens. To be honest, the V2 looks so just slightly sharper at 200mm, but the difference b/n the two is not as big as I had expected. Will defo stick with the V1 for the time being! Cheers!
Good share.
The skin tones seem slightly warm . Is this the nature of the f4 lens? Same warm tones appear by default with Tamron 70-180 f2.8.
Why does this happen?
How do we get natural skin tones, may be usiing the f2.8?
Would tweaking the white balance to get natural colours while shooting be of any help before correcting post shoot?
hello, Sony a9 camera is in use.
I'm thinking about the first and second generation of 70200g products. I want to buy the first generation of 70200g because it's cheaper,
Question 1.: Will there be a big difference from 70200g2 in quality, sharpness, af, etc?
Question 2.: Also, would it be good to choose a g2 lens for cameras such as a9 or higher body high pixel body r4, r5, a1 etc? Is it compatible enough with g1?
Beautiful images MQ! I know I'll probably be in the minority but I really liked the ones with dappled light; you exposed the highlights well and the dappled light added some nice texture to her face.
I really wanted the new lens but that extending barrel is turning me off. Plus from this video I feel there wasn't much of a difference. I will have to change lenses to take some macro shots. I can wait for a deal on the new one and then take it.
The real differences have to be experienced. The AF is way more sticky and accurate on the newer bodies, and the lighter weight is really helpful. Colors also seem to look nicer on the JPEG shots of you shoot those. If I was in the market for a lens like this I'd say it's the best of what's available. 📸
I have the v1 i use it for everything and i love it, it seems the bokeh on the v1 is creamier while the v2 looks a bit blocky, am i right or i'm seeing wrong?
G2 is so cool and the images are awesome 😎
Thank you! Hard to disagree with you on that :)
withe the 2end lens we see the distortion ... personaly a like the first lens !
Because of this video I made my decision on getting it so it will be here March 15 so I’m excited. About this
Congratulations! Which one of the 2 lenses did you get and from which store? Hopefully you get it soon 🤞
@@MiguelQuilesJr I got it from kEH I got the g2
Miggy Q my boy! That V2 looks really good. Warmer skin tones and a good job counteracting the green hue. When can I assist you kind sir? I'm still in Orlando
I can’t tell the difference. I have the original and so I’ll probably stick with that. Great review though. I’m actually going thru a phase where I’m de-emphasizing sharpness (hopefully in an artful way) in portraits & street shooting. Sports is a different matter, which is what I have my 100-400 for.
No note mucha diferencia del 1 y del 2, un poquito mas nítido el 2, pero no mucho....I didn't notice much difference between 1 and 2, 2 was a little clearer, but not much.
I had to rewind the video ... I wasn't paying attention to the camera comparison ... I lost my focus watching this model perform.
I have seen a few test/reviews of this new 70-200mm f4 G II lens, and in MTF-sharpest tests they do confirm that at 200mm f4 the new lens is not it's sharpest, a real bummer for some of what I shoot. Love the macro capability but I wont spend $1700 USD and have a 70-200mm lens not sharp at 200mm. Sony why couldn't you get this lens sharp at 200mm ? A deal-breaker for me with my A1 and A7RIV. Cheers
I took some shots at 200mm and found it to be very sharp with the A7IV. You can download and see one of the RAW files from the set here bit.ly/3Q5a8Is
Lol you can see her eye veins in the 200mm arw. Pretty sharp imho
@@MrPizzapepe check the MTF-standard sharpness test results in the SAB (Sony Alpha Blog) tests and review of this new lens. It shows it is NOT as sharp at 200mm as at 70mm, just a fact. Also T&C Northrup also shot photos in their review, and also show it is NOT as sharp at 200mm as at 70mm. Do the research folks, know the facts. Not good enough for my A1 and A7RIV, maybe fine for lesser megapixel Sony cameras. Cheers
@@MrPizzapepe For my A1, A7RIV, A7SIII I wont buy a $1700 USD 70-200mm lens that is not as sharp at 200mm, sorry Sony.
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V1 looks sharper to me.
I was surprised at how close they were in sharpness. The out of camera JPEGs looked better on v2 to me. Might have to try another shoot to show that next time.
Great video by the way, please I’d like to confirm which is a better glass the 2.8 or 4 for portrait, beauty or headshot photography. I’m a Nikon dslr wedding shooter with sigma 135 & Nikon 85mm 1.8, and 35 1.4. I’ve just acquired the Sony A7RV. Any help will do, many thanks.
Thank you! If the budget allows for the Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II, it's the very best lens you can get. The F4 is a nice compromise for the money, but the 2.8 is legendary.
@@MiguelQuilesJr Thanks a million, I just need that confirmation will definitely acquire the 2.8.
If you don't mind and are buying from B&H or Amazon, let me know and I'll send you an affiliate link. You pay the same price and it'll buy me a coffee 😁☕
Hey, excellent video as always. Does this lens replace your Sony 90mm macro 2.8 the excalibur you always bragged about? That would be a great video for those who own the 90mm macro and the New 70-200 GM 2
Thank you! Great question. I don't see anything replacing my 90G macro, unless they decide to update it one day. I like the idea of doing a head to head match up with these lenses, might have to line that up! 👍
@@MiguelQuilesJr I truly thank you as usual.
Do you think the sharpness...contrast.. of 70-200 F/2.8 GM2 is better at 200mm in comparison? does the GM2 worth the difference of price?
Good question. I think the f/2.8 GM2 goes beyond being better in just the sharpness and contrast department. The zoom in completely internal, optics are better, motors are crazy fast. In my estimation, it's the best 70-200mm lens that I've used full stop. With that said, the new f/4 lens is really nice at it's price point but I'm definitely not selling my G-master for it.
Your GM First version?
I sold the v1 of the lens, I only own the v2 now.
Great video thank you so much for that! Btw, are you that tall? The camera and the lens in your hands looks like a toy 😂👍🏻
Thank you!! I'm not super tall, only 6'0, but the lens is pretty small on its own 😅👍
Would you recommend this for the a6700 ?
I liked the combo a lot. I'd recommend it, especially if you ever plan to go full frame.
this one or f2.8 mk ii for video?
For me, the 2.8 GM II is one of the best lenses I've ever used. If you have the budget for it, I'd recommend going that route 📸
At 200mm there really isn’t that much difference in DOF between. At 20 feet the DOF difference between the two is 3”. An f4 has a DOF of 0.75 feet while the f2.8 is 0.5 feet.
For me it's less about the DOF at 200mm and more about the compression you get compared to shooting the same spot with a 35-50mm lens.
is this UQ lake?
This is Lake Lily near Maitland, Florida
not seeing enough difference to make me want to upgrade...
The big difference from my perspective was the weight and auto focus performance. If you have a newer Sony body it will make a noticeable difference. If you have anything from maybe the A7III or earlier, V1 will be perfectly fine. 📸
The old one is cheaper especially with the Sony summer Sale 👀
Video of the shoot by iPhone?
I don't own an iPhone. It was filmed with the Sony FX3.
@@MiguelQuilesJr in that case, the video and the stills have different color.
Yes, the video was shot using slog3 so it will look totally different than the stills.
@@MiguelQuilesJr Not sure about real life, but the slog3 skin tones were gorgeous.
No doubt! The majority of my videos are filmed using the FX3. It has gorgeous skin tones in Slog3.Cine and S-Cinetone.
"Really trying to focus more on the composition"
*stands there with literally no movement at all, just firing up that burst mode for 2 minutes, without changing anything at all* :D
Haha. This cracked me up.
Glad I could give you a laugh ✌️
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Lenses 70-200/4 are NOT portrait lenses! They are lenses designed for landscape photographers
Is that right?
Sounds like you have in you all the prime lenses you want to the portraits, give a creative guy a 70-200mm f/4 and you will see the magic, I personally will be buying a Canon EF70-200mm F/4L (Non-IS) because my F/2.8 got fungus and is damaged and cant afford the RF70-200 2.8 and don't want the heavy Tamron/Sigma versions, but I will make magic mate!
PD: only bad thing is when the background things are so near to you you will not have good separation
A creative guy can make a 16mm a portrait lens
Great video and wonderful series of shots of Katelyn..... I'm not a Sony shooter but always love to look at the portraits that are made (with any make)!
I appreciate that! I try to give tips that can be used regardless of the gear being used. Thanks for watching! 🙏