Sony 16-35mm f4 vs. f2.8
Dec 16, 2021 09:19:51 #
See what the "professional" reviewers have to say.
https://www.google.com/search?q=Sony+16-35mm+f4+vs.+f2.8&oq=Sony+16-35mm+f4+vs.+f2.8&aqs=edge..69i57j0i22i30l2j0i390l2j69i61.4096j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
https://www.google.com/search?q=Sony+16-35mm+f4+vs.+f2.8&oq=Sony+16-35mm+f4+vs.+f2.8&aqs=edge..69i57j0i22i30l2j0i390l2j69i61.4096j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
Dec 16, 2021 10:02:40 #
BushDog
Loc: San Antonio, TX
In-lightened wrote:
I am new to Sony and have been doing research. I found this guy who has created a list of lens he found to be sharp on the A7RIV...it would appear, at least according to him, the f2.8 would add some sharpness. I am always surprised at how often Sigma comes in right at the top. Primes are a go to for sharpness as well.
https://sonyalpha.blog/2019/11/10/which-lenses-to-maximise-the-potential-of-the-sony-a7riv/
https://sonyalpha.blog/2019/11/10/which-lenses-to-maximise-the-potential-of-the-sony-a7riv/
I think this chart is a great reference of lens choices for use on Sony mirrorless e-mount bodies. There are two lenses on it that, in my opinion, are ranked lower than they deserve. I think they deserve a higher ranking.
- Sony 85mm f/1.4 GM
- Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2
For frame of reference, I’ve owned about 55 lenses over the past 16 years. These include six in the “Outstanding”, seven in the “Excellent” and five in the “Very Good” categories of this chart.
Dec 16, 2021 18:52:10 #
[quote=Pat F 4119]
A sturdy tripod and using a remote or timer to activate the shutter will greatly improve sharpness.
Also if using a stabilized lens, check to see if the manufacturer recommends turning off lens stabilization
when using on tripod.
will
ecobin wrote:
You didn't specify how you shoot landscapes & ... (show quote)
A sturdy tripod and using a remote or timer to activate the shutter will greatly improve sharpness.
Also if using a stabilized lens, check to see if the manufacturer recommends turning off lens stabilization
when using on tripod.
will
Dec 17, 2021 07:23:02 #
Canisdirus wrote:
Yes, both lenses are very sharp.
I can tell you the Sony 20mm f/1.8 is a very sweet prime lens that is frankly underpriced.
Small, lightweight, and falls in between your 16-35mm focal.
I can tell you the Sony 20mm f/1.8 is a very sweet prime lens that is frankly underpriced.
Small, lightweight, and falls in between your 16-35mm focal.
Thanks, I've been looking at reviews for this lens, and I'm thinking this could be a great option.
Dec 17, 2021 07:23:57 #
yssirk123 wrote:
In addition to a good tripod, also check out Topaz Sharpen AI and DxO PureRaw. I think both offer free trials.
Thanks, I'll take a look.
Dec 18, 2021 16:11:34 #
DennisC.
Loc: Antelope, CA
The 16-35mm f2.8 GM is a much nicer lens with better image quality than the non GM Zeiss f4.
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