Im finally upgrading to a Sony A7IV and I am totally lost on which lens to grab first. I shoot mostly street photography and some occasional travel stuff when I head back home to visit family in Seattle. I really dont want to be carrying a bag full of glass everywhere so a solid zoom is probably the move.
So I was thinking about the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II because everyone raves about the sharpness, but then I looked at the Sony 24-105mm f/4 G because of that extra reach which sounds great for travel. My budget is around 1200 bucks max, and I need this by next month for a trip. My logic was that the Sigma might be better for low light since I do a lot of night shooting, but the extra zoom on the Sony might save me from swapping lenses in the rain or whatever.
Is it worth giving up the f/2.8 for the extra reach? Or should I just suck it up and get the Sigma? Im kinda stuck in analysis paralysis and honestly just want to start shooting already...
Honestly, grab the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art and dont look back. I shoot street constantly and that f/2.8 aperture is a lifesaver when the sun drops. The Sony f/4 lens is okay, but you'll be cranking your ISO way too high in the evenings and it just gets noisy.
- The Sigma is honestly sharper than the Sony.
- f/2.8 gives you way better subject separation for portraits. Seattle is moody, so having that extra stop of light is huge. Trust me, you'll regret the f/4 when you're trying to capture cool neon shop signs at night. Just get the Sigma and start shooting, you really cant go wrong with that setup.
Re: Honestly, grab the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN... I honestly think you're overthinking the reach. I've spent years hauling gear around, and for street stuff, that f/2.8 aperture on the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art is non-negotiable if you want clean shots at night. You can always crop in a bit with the A7IV's sensor anyway. If you really want to save some cash, keep an eye on the used market for a Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2. It is significantly cheaper than the Sigma and still super sharp. Honestly, I've used that Tamron for travel for ages and it's plenty light. Save that extra money for a flight to Seattle or maybe a decent strap. Don't stress too much, just pick one and start clicking.
To add to the point above: do you actually shoot at 105mm often? The Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 is a cheaper, lighter alternative if you hate heavy glass.
