WHICH 135mm IS BEST!? Sony vs Samyang vs Sigma vs Zeiss Batis (Photo & Video Review)

With the release of the new autofocus Samyang (Rokinon) 135mm f/1.8 lens, we now have 4 135mm lenses to choose from for Sony E-mount cameras. But, which is the best? Today, we’re going to find out by testing the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE vs Sony 135mm f/1.8 GM vs Sigma 135mm DG HSM Art f/1.8 vs Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8.


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Sigma 135mm DG HSM Art
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⏳ TIME STAMPS ⏳
Intro - @0:00
Cinematic B-Roll - @0:14
Size & Weight - @0:47
Features - @1:08
Price - @2:02
Photo Auto Focus Tests - @2:34
Manual Focusing - @3:04
Video Auto Focus Tests - @3:25
Auto Focus Noise - @3:40
Focus Breathing - @4:04
Bokeh - @4:18
Lens Flare - @ 4:57
Longitudinal Chromatic Aberration - @5:18
Real World Photos - @5:34
Sharpness - @6:47
Minimum Focusing Distance - @7:00
Final Scores: @7:16
Verdict - @7:28

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Sigma 135mm f/1.8 Art
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⚠ PLEASE NOTE ⚠
I never have and never will accept any form of cash payment in exchange for making a review video, and the manufacturers never tell me to say anything specific about the products I test - so rest assured that this is a completely unbiased and honest review.

All of the opinions expressed in this video are my own based off my personal experience whilst using the lens/equipment featured. If you don't agree with my personal verdict at any point during the video, that's fine - my word is not gospel! My videos are designed to be both informative and entertaining and are made to the best of my abilities. So, just chill, enjoy the video, and do your best to refrain from being a cockwomble in the comments section. Cheeeers 👍

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