@@OmaGhomrawi you even didn't see that zeiss has noticable distortion but 50 1.8 has none. Also zeiss has really strong chrommatic abberations, almost twice stronger than 50 1.8. The vinghetting on zeiss is also bad and never goes out. My point is if you make such kind of review, tell people that lens profile is always on, otherwise you lie how good the lens is while it's not.
@@TheDajunior I got your point. Here is my point of view and I attached the sample images to make people judge themselves, what do you think. Never talked about chromatic aberration. Unfortunately, I have slight color blinding, so it is there in front of you and you judge :) Thank you for highlighting on these points, I appreciate and it improves my coming work. Best
@@OmaGhomrawi seriously? At 5:35 you compare CA which are removed by software. WTF? Just close your eyes and compare these lenses this way, results will be the same.
The 55mm is my favorite lens, it is sharp, with excellent contrast and built like a tank. I bought mine used for around $600.00 and will not change it for anything. The bokeh is excellent and gives kind of a 3D effect to the picture that I never got from my Canon or Nikon 50mms when I hade them.
If you're talking about the ''micro-contrast'' ''3D pop'' aka. saturation and contrast light rendition of the lens, then yeah Zeiss makes some (not all, some) of the best 3D pop lenses out there. The only other manufacturers that manufactured as good or better ''micro-contrast'' lenses than Zeiss, are Contax, Hasselblad, Nikon, Voigtlander and Leica. As for Nikon specifically... If you look at all lenses ever made from early 1900's to 2022, only 37 lenses in total have really good to amazing ''micro-contrast'' (if you're interested, some woman on Flickr made a complete list of all these lenses few years back) and out of a list of 20 best lenses for ''micro-contrast'" rendition, 9 of them are Nikkor lenses from Nikon. I don't know which 50mm lenses you were using but the 50mm f1.4 AI S, the 50mm f2 AI S, the 55mm f1.2 AI S, the 58mm f1.2 Noct and the 58mm 1.4G, are all 50mm lenses that have more ''micro-contrast'' than any Zeiss lens ever made. If you want the absolute BEST ''3D Pop'' then take a look at: Voigtlander Nokton 58mm f1.4, Zeiss Planar 85mm f1.4 T*, Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f1.4, Hasselblad Zeiss Planar T* CF 80mm f2.8, Zeiss Biogon T* 35mm f2, Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f1.4, Hasselblad XCD 80mm f1.9, Nikkor 58mm f1.2 Noct, Nikkor 55mm f1.2 AI S, Nikkor 105mm AF f2D, Nikkor 135mm DC AF f2D, Nikkor 50mm f2 AI S, Nikkor 400mm f2.8, Nikkor Micro 60mm f2.8D, Nikkor 500mm f4, Nikkor 600mm f4, Leica Summilux M 50mm f1.4, Leica APO Summicron M 90mm f2, Tokina 100mm f2.8 Macro, Takumar 50mm f1.4 and last but not least Rokinon 55mm f1.4.
"Slightly better sharpness" is quite an understatement @2:39 I completely agree, the price gap too wide. The 55mm 1.8 should be in the $500-600 range and a 1.4 around $1000.
Just picked an A7RII, and I’m new to the Sony system, so I decided to go with a second hand Zeiss 55mm 1.8 which cost me 520€. Sure the 50mm is way more affordable, however, because of the contrast, sharpness, minimal flare, AF, rounder bokeh, build quality and the capability of taking advantage of the camera’s 42 mpixels I believe is enough for me to justify the extra money.
Hi, Oma, Thanks for this nice video and suggestions. I also had these two lenses and kept 50mm for my A7riii. I think the third generation A7 body gives the 50mm a totally different new life. It's like the extra money you spend on the camera body (comparing to the first two generations) saves your wallet on lenses.
Thank you for this video man, I currently own the Sony 50mm 1.8 and I am wondering if an upgrade to the 55mm 1.8 would make any sense. I don't want to carry around a big 1.4 lens and the higher price of the 55 1.8 would suggest much better quality. Your video really helped with my decision.
I use Simple one like these motorized Dolly. amzn.to/2FNU0GM Unfortunately after a couple month of use the remote lost connection with the dolly. Searched on how to relink it together but couldn't find a way. Some others also suffer from the same issue.
Great vedio .. which lenes better for photography the sony 50mm 1.8 or the Sony 35mm 2.8 zies? Thanks I have sony camera 📷 a7mark3 I have to keep one lenes in the camera 📷. Thsnks
@@OmaGhomrawi hi I do have the Sony 50mm 1.8 and sony 35 mm zies 2.8 I like to keep the good one and give my friend less good one for me they look same but I like the 50 even it is cheaper
I'm a regretful videographer who owns the 50 1.8. I rely on fast, smooth auto focus. All of my other sony primes, 85 1.8, 28 2 etc. all have a very fast and organic autofocus. The 50 1.8 has a breathing effect which is very jarring before locking focus. If you are shooting interviews and the person is even minutely,animated, this will be a huge deal breaker. I went ahead and bought to 55 1.8 so my multi cam cuts are seamless matches. The client will ask why the image is doing the "breathing" trust me. I suggest renting until you can buy the 55 for paid gigs.
Just bought the 55mm Zeiss over the Sony 50mm based on this review/comment, as i'll be using for both photography and interview style video - so thank you
I have both lenses. The 50 mm f 1.8 is sharp....but it does not catch movement well......though....the 55 mm f 1.8 is 4 times the price....the quality of the video....the quality of the photos....is without comparison on the sony aR7ii.......but I would only recommend the 55 mm f 1.8 if you really want the quality......
Thank you... In my country their prices are close to each other. Just 200 bucks different. So i will go with the zeiss for portrait photography for my a6000. Even i've watched a video of Tony & Chelsea about "for APSC bodies we should go with APSC lenses, i don't care..." I'll buy the full frame lens... I've watched some reviews about APSC body get better result with the zeiss 55mm other than the Sel Oss 50mm sony lens...
the f55 mm is without comparison....my best lens.....but....also the more expensive lens......even though I hesitated buying it.....because of the price....I am very happy I did.....the videos....from the 55 mm lens .....are beautiful......the photos ....are beautiful.....the 50 mm lens....is less expensive.....but it can get close to the 55 mm lens....
@@799jmartin I've asked alot but... What about sigma 56mm f1.4... I have these 3 options right now... Second hand zeiss 55 or brand new sigma 56mm or brand new sel 50 oss... Which one do you recommend me ? thank you...
Hello. I bought a Godox TT685S for my Sony A6500. I mount it regularly on the shoe mount. Depending on the lighting situation sometimes the camera triggers the flash, sometimes it doesn't. Is there any setup for the camera so it will trigger the Godox Flash every time I take a picture ? Thank you.
If you have a 36+ megapixels Camera the Sony Zeiss Sonnar 55mm 1.8 are worth the money ! I can highly recommend the Sony Zeiss Sonnar 55mm 1.8 and right NOW you can get it new from 649 Euro in Europe.
I didn't keep Zeiss 55mm with me for a long time. However, I have now Sony 85 and 35mm f1.8 and both lenses are extremely good. love the sharpness and quality. I'm also uploading a review for Sony 35mm vs Samyang 45mm f1.8 very soon
meanwhile check these videos: Samyang 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8 ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html Sony 85mm f1.8 vs 50mm f1.8 ruclips.net/video/5ndZ7p_LZio/видео.html
Sharpness is always relative. Unless you have something to compare it to, you really can't tell once a lens is reasonably sharp and the 50mm is. I can afford to buy the Zeiss but I kept the 50mm for the way it renders colors and bokeh and it's light weight. And, it focuses fast enough for me when shooting video. It's offers the best images for your bucks ;)
I took the 50 for 180€, the quality it's great, the autofocus is slow, but precise, nothing dramatic.. (for what i remember canon 50 stm, was faster) i wish could buy the zeiss, but it's too expensive in my opinion. Maybe for 300€ it coul be the right choice.
You're right Canon STM is faster. Did you check Samyang 45mm you might be interested in watching this video as well ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html Samyang Rokinon 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8
I needed a 50mm 1.8 or lower for my studio. I saw the 50 for less than $200 and I had $100 gift card thru Best buy so I figured what the heck. This lens exceed my expectations. Autofocus is fast on my A9.
I own the 50mm and use it on my a7iii and for the money it's a great little lens. I think the price puts people off, I didn't expect it to be as sharp as it is
Now that I got the cheapest, I will save money for the Zeiss, I just hate the autofocus in the $200 lens. If you don't use autofocus is just great, but I'm very used to have great autofocus in the other Sony lenses
Anyone looking at the Sony 50mm f1.8 on the Original A7 and A7r don’t get it the AF is frustratingly slow,get the Ziess 55mm or the Samyang AF 50mm f1.4,on any other Sony A7 body the 50mm f1.8 is ok but isn’t going to be super fast at af.
For R's I would always get the most sharp lenses possible. Ex: 90mm Macro. For the 24 MPs and the 10 MPs like A7c and A7Siii respectively, sharpness isn't that critical. Also because I just like video work lol less photos.
and silent accurate in-lens focus, with better colour, and softer bokeh. A lot of people will want a sharp lens like the Zeiss to get the best performance out of their camera sensor, why pair a soft slow focusing lens with an expensive full-frame body?
went the same route earlier this year, sold the 55 and bought a 50, don't miss the 55 a bit. not a pixel peeper for portraits so the 50mm is more than enough. planning on getting the loxia 50 for landscape though
Doing my test today, shot again my library at 3 mts on tripod, tomorrow wife eyes... today I found the 50 is sharper on the corner in most of the aperture! And in the center at1.8 juust a bit the zeiss,...maybe a bad zeiss copy? Maybe yes but is the one I have. Lets see
There's enough used Zeiss lenses on the markets by now. Better get the used Zeiss than the new Sony. I have the Sony and regret not getting a used Zeiss instead. The Sony does have a great picture but the autofocus runs like a wooden watch; much focus breathing and loud gear noise.
Ha, Oma, sadly this comparison came too late for me- I bought the Zeiss 55 mm along with my Sony a7iii, knowing that the kit lens would disappoint me. Since then I managed to pick up the Tamron 28-75 f2.8 and can honestly say that it is now my favourite lens and I hardly use the 55mm.
Hey Chryseas, I bought many Sony Lenses the last couple months and I only kept the ones I'm happy with! Luckily I have some friends that own Sony Gear, and I had the chance to test different lenses as well. I currently own Zeiss 16-35 f4 // 70-200mm f4 // and 85mm f1.8. Tamron is a great option, but I'm still thinking about it, afraid to add more load in my backpack especially when my current lenses are doing the jobs properly at the moment.
@@OmaGhomrawi I am not that disciplined and hence, I have quite a few lenses both aps-c ( for a6000 and then a6500) and full frame. I already had the 85 1.8 and the 70-200 f.4 ( bought used from a friend) but felt that I needed more of a walk around lens for the a7iii. I debated between the Tamron and the Sony 24-105 f.4 but the Tamron won on size , aperture, availability, and the price. It's a fantastic lens, works exactly like a native Sony lens and fits the camera very well. Oma, I have been considering the 16-35 f.4 as a wide angle FE lens to get next ( down the line!). Are you pleased with yours? Had you considered the 2.8 version instead?
@@chryseass.5143 For most of my work I don't need a wide f2.8 lens. I shoot f8 most of my time when doing Landscapes and Cityscapes. This is my strategy since was Canon user. On the other hand, f2.8 doesn't give bokeh and shallow depth of field at wide focal length.
For me, I can recover the additional Stop by increasing the ISO. Our cameras are great in low light conditions. And as I tested Zeiss 16-35 f4 and Zeiss 27-70 f4, the major downside is the metal body is very sensitive to scratches. The paint peel could come off anytime without noticing why. A ring in your finger could peel the paint. I explained the problem in this video, and I came up with a solution for that as well, check it out: ruclips.net/video/HCz5Er2-WNI/видео.html
I believe the big difference must be on the microcontrast both lenses deliver, nobody does this kind of test. I'm using some voigtlanders lenses on my a7iii and the images I'm getting are really beautiful. I'm waiting that zeiss and I will compare it with my voigt 50 mm 1.5 Nokton.
Jesse King unfortunately I don’t have them both at the moment. However, ve been told the 55mm autofocus is faster but still not that fast as expected in videos. I found a way to improve the autofocus in any lens, set focus area to Zone instead of wide
Could it be cheaper? Yeah. Is it one of the sharpest lenses ever? Yeah. I had the 50mm sony for 2 weeks before I got the Zeiss. Returned the sony, kept the Zeiss. Being more expensive is not an argument for saying get the 50mm, that is the same as saying “don’t buy a Ferrari, buy a golf”. Tl;dr: the Zeiss is one of the best lenses ever made, the sony is a nifty fifty.
Definitely, the Zeiss is significant, no doubt. But it's not a fifty nifty anymore because of its price range. Did you try the 85mm f1.8 ? It is insanely sharp at f1.8
Hi Juan, Didn't notice your request, was on vacation. I have the same lens 50mm f1.8 FE OSS, but unfortunately dont have an A7r. I believe you get a 20megapixel with APSC lenses on a7r. Check this video: APSC Crop Lenses on Sony A7 III Full Frame ruclips.net/video/XeY5C_2wYf8/видео.html
As far as photography goes, the 55 isnt worth the cost over the 50mm. But when it comes to both, video and photo, the 55mm is definitely noticeably superior.
“I want to see why it’s more expensive than the other” you already answered that when you talked about the build quality. It’s all metal and will last forever.
You could also buy a Sigma MC-11 converter for $200 and add a Canon 50mm 1.8 STM lens for $100 and you get a lovely combination, quiet focusing with great picture quality. Better than the Sony 50mm and much cheaper than the Zeiss.
Well, I still prefer Sony f1.8 over the Canon copy. Focus will be slower and less responsive, especially in videos. here is a comparison review I made in the past between Canon Nifty fifty and Sony f1.8 ruclips.net/video/5NYC5Natw40/видео.html Thank you for the feedback Huw.
Thanks for watching Chanchal. I'm Arabic This video is 2 years old. Kindly check one of the recent videos and let me know your feedback. Would be appreciated :)
Thank you for watching mate, You might be interested in these two lenses as well: + Samyang Rokinon 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8 ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html + Sony 85mm f1.8 vs 50mm f1.8 + ruclips.net/video/5ndZ7p_LZio/видео.html
Sony should do a MK 2version of their 50mm F1.8 & bring the quality up a little .... but no they wont do that becuae the want to take a $1000 off us all for their Sony Zeiss 55mm F1.8 .... ???????
Jose Trigon it’s relative, I do prefer the 50mm in stills, wouldn’t prefer to pay $1000 for 55mm My best portrait lens is Sony 85mm f1.8 / super Sharp at f1.8
Get your 50mm f1.8 Sony
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You're comparing shots with lens correction turned on. Seriously? Doesn't have any sense.
@@TheDajunior it does make sense to me and many others. nothing wrong, What matters is the final output
@@OmaGhomrawi you even didn't see that zeiss has noticable distortion but 50 1.8 has none. Also zeiss has really strong chrommatic abberations, almost twice stronger than 50 1.8. The vinghetting on zeiss is also bad and never goes out.
My point is if you make such kind of review, tell people that lens profile is always on, otherwise you lie how good the lens is while it's not.
@@TheDajunior I got your point. Here is my point of view and I attached the sample images to make people judge themselves, what do you think.
Never talked about chromatic aberration. Unfortunately, I have slight color blinding, so it is there in front of you and you judge :)
Thank you for highlighting on these points, I appreciate and it improves my coming work.
Best
@@OmaGhomrawi seriously? At 5:35 you compare CA which are removed by software. WTF? Just close your eyes and compare these lenses this way, results will be the same.
The 55mm is my favorite lens, it is sharp, with excellent contrast and built like a tank. I bought mine used for around $600.00 and will not change it for anything. The bokeh is excellent and gives kind of a 3D effect to the picture that I never got from my Canon or Nikon 50mms when I hade them.
Where do you recommend buying it used?
Is it built like a tank? Nearly all the used ones I've seen are scratched and dented. They still work, but the market value is wrecked.
@@gio.4901 I bought a used one for $420 on reddit (photoswap)
If you're talking about the ''micro-contrast'' ''3D pop'' aka. saturation and contrast light rendition of the lens, then yeah Zeiss makes some (not all, some) of the best 3D pop lenses out there. The only other manufacturers that manufactured as good or better ''micro-contrast'' lenses than Zeiss, are Contax, Hasselblad, Nikon, Voigtlander and Leica.
As for Nikon specifically... If you look at all lenses ever made from early 1900's to 2022, only 37 lenses in total have really good to amazing ''micro-contrast'' (if you're interested, some woman on Flickr made a complete list of all these lenses few years back) and out of a list of 20 best lenses for ''micro-contrast'" rendition, 9 of them are Nikkor lenses from Nikon. I don't know which 50mm lenses you were using but the 50mm f1.4 AI S, the 50mm f2 AI S, the 55mm f1.2 AI S, the 58mm f1.2 Noct and the 58mm 1.4G, are all 50mm lenses that have more ''micro-contrast'' than any Zeiss lens ever made.
If you want the absolute BEST ''3D Pop'' then take a look at: Voigtlander Nokton 58mm f1.4, Zeiss Planar 85mm f1.4 T*, Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f1.4, Hasselblad Zeiss Planar T* CF 80mm f2.8, Zeiss Biogon T* 35mm f2, Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f1.4, Hasselblad XCD 80mm f1.9, Nikkor 58mm f1.2 Noct, Nikkor 55mm f1.2 AI S, Nikkor 105mm AF f2D, Nikkor 135mm DC AF f2D, Nikkor 50mm f2 AI S, Nikkor 400mm f2.8, Nikkor Micro 60mm f2.8D, Nikkor 500mm f4, Nikkor 600mm f4, Leica Summilux M 50mm f1.4, Leica APO Summicron M 90mm f2, Tokina 100mm f2.8 Macro, Takumar 50mm f1.4 and last but not least Rokinon 55mm f1.4.
"Slightly better sharpness" is quite an understatement @2:39
I completely agree, the price gap too wide. The 55mm 1.8 should be in the $500-600 range and a 1.4 around $1000.
Thank you for watching Diego
the extra $400 is for the word "Zeiss"
Awesome , I am so glad I watched this video
Just picked an A7RII, and I’m new to the Sony system, so I decided to go with a second hand Zeiss 55mm 1.8 which cost me 520€. Sure the 50mm is way more affordable, however, because of the contrast, sharpness, minimal flare, AF, rounder bokeh, build quality and the capability of taking advantage of the camera’s 42 mpixels I believe is enough for me to justify the extra money.
I agree, if you have a 36+ megapixels Camera the Sony Zeiss Sonnar 55mm 1.8 are worth the money !
Hi, Oma, Thanks for this nice video and suggestions. I also had these two lenses and kept 50mm for my A7riii. I think the third generation A7 body gives the 50mm a totally different new life. It's like the extra money you spend on the camera body (comparing to the first two generations) saves your wallet on lenses.
Thank you for this video man, I currently own the Sony 50mm 1.8 and I am wondering if an upgrade to the 55mm 1.8 would make any sense. I don't want to carry around a big 1.4 lens and the higher price of the 55 1.8 would suggest much better quality. Your video really helped with my decision.
So what was your final decision?
@@koalaribtea still owning the 50mm, but will buy the 55 as soon as i get a good price
The latest firmware update for 50mm 1.8 fixes the autofocus you talked about. I think its v.3.1
Can you do a tutorial on how you do b roll like that in the beginning? what gear you used?
I use Simple one like these motorized Dolly.
amzn.to/2FNU0GM
Unfortunately after a couple month of use the remote lost connection with the dolly. Searched on how to relink it together but couldn't find a way. Some others also suffer from the same issue.
How’s the noise on the 55mm F1.8 when changing aperture and auto focusing in photos A mode - AF-S focus mode setting to F22?
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Great vedio .. which lenes better for photography the sony 50mm 1.8 or the Sony 35mm 2.8 zies? Thanks I have sony camera 📷 a7mark3 I have to keep one lenes in the camera 📷. Thsnks
Hi Zeki, If you willing to buy one single lens. Get Tamron 28-75 f2.8
Samyan 35mm f1.4 is pretty sharp as well, if you like 35mm range
@@OmaGhomrawi hi I do have the Sony 50mm 1.8 and sony 35 mm zies 2.8 I like to keep the good one and give my friend less good one for me they look same but I like the 50 even it is cheaper
@@zekirami 50mm f1.8 render better bokeh and more shallow depth of field.
If you like this look. Keep the 50mm
@@OmaGhomrawi thanks I'll keep the 50 it is much cheaper but as you said better bokeh and shallow depth of field
@@zekirami All the best mate
You reached the similar sharpness using LightRoom but what about the Noise all around the frame ?
I've had both lenses. Yes the Zeiss is sharper but only if you pixel peep. It does focus better but wow $1000 for minimal improvements.
Great video! quick and very informative based on real scenarios that matter
Thank you for watching Anglers.
I'm preparing to make a new video: Samyang 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8
Hopefully receive the lens next week
I'm currently running a giveaway on the channel. Feel free to join.. ruclips.net/video/MF-pNkLq3PY/видео.html
I'm a regretful videographer who owns the 50 1.8. I rely on fast, smooth auto focus. All of my other sony primes, 85 1.8, 28 2 etc. all have a very fast and organic autofocus. The 50 1.8 has a breathing effect which is very jarring before locking focus. If you are shooting interviews and the person is even minutely,animated, this will be a huge deal breaker. I went ahead and bought to 55 1.8 so my multi cam cuts are seamless matches. The client will ask why the image is doing the "breathing" trust me. I suggest renting until you can buy the 55 for paid gigs.
I totally agree. 50mm f1.8 isn’t for videos
Oma Ghomrawi Even for pictures 50 1.8 isn't fast enough. It's a sluggish lens in general.
@@keithroche2 check out this video:
Samyang 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8 | ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html
Just bought the 55mm Zeiss over the Sony 50mm based on this review/comment, as i'll be using for both photography and interview style video - so thank you
On the Sony A9 the AF is really good with Zeiss 55mm.
Had u seen any difference with CA's to the 50 mm 1,8 ???
Yes! the 50mm has noticeable CA wide open at f1.8
I have both lenses. The 50 mm f 1.8 is sharp....but it does not catch movement well......though....the 55 mm f 1.8 is 4 times the price....the quality of the video....the quality of the photos....is without comparison on the sony aR7ii.......but I would only recommend the 55 mm f 1.8 if you really want the quality......
799jmt indeed Zeiss 55mm quality is superior. This video is showing both sides and not judging any lens.
Thank you... In my country their prices are close to each other. Just 200 bucks different. So i will go with the zeiss for portrait photography for my a6000. Even i've watched a video of Tony & Chelsea about "for APSC bodies we should go with APSC lenses, i don't care..." I'll buy the full frame lens... I've watched some reviews about APSC body get better result with the zeiss 55mm other than the Sel Oss 50mm sony lens...
the f55 mm is without comparison....my best lens.....but....also the more expensive lens......even though I hesitated buying it.....because of the price....I am very happy I did.....the videos....from the 55 mm lens .....are beautiful......the photos ....are beautiful.....the 50 mm lens....is less expensive.....but it can get close to the 55 mm lens....
@@799jmartin I've asked alot but... What about sigma 56mm f1.4... I have these 3 options right now... Second hand zeiss 55 or brand new sigma 56mm or brand new sel 50 oss... Which one do you recommend me ? thank you...
My first choice is the second hand...55mm.....the quality...and the beauty of the results are without comparison....
Hello. I bought a Godox TT685S for my Sony A6500. I mount it regularly on the shoe mount. Depending on the lighting situation sometimes the camera triggers the flash, sometimes it doesn't. Is there any setup for the camera so it will trigger the Godox Flash every time I take a picture ? Thank you.
May I know the settings of your camera and flash
If you have a 36+ megapixels Camera the Sony Zeiss Sonnar 55mm 1.8 are worth the money ! I can highly recommend the Sony Zeiss Sonnar 55mm 1.8 and right NOW you can get it new from 649 Euro in Europe.
which lens is sharper ... zeiss 55 f1.8 or sony FE 85mm f1.8 or Sony fe 35mm f1.8 ... please answer ... thank you
I didn't keep Zeiss 55mm with me for a long time. However, I have now Sony 85 and 35mm f1.8 and both lenses are extremely good. love the sharpness and quality. I'm also uploading a review for Sony 35mm vs Samyang 45mm f1.8 very soon
meanwhile check these videos:
Samyang 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8 ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html
Sony 85mm f1.8 vs 50mm f1.8 ruclips.net/video/5ndZ7p_LZio/видео.html
Great review and very nicely produced.
VideoUser3053 Thank you buddy, Glad to hear that.
Have a great time mate
Sharpness is always relative. Unless you have something to compare it to, you really can't tell once a lens is reasonably sharp and the 50mm is. I can afford to buy the Zeiss but I kept the 50mm for the way it renders colors and bokeh and it's light weight. And, it focuses fast enough for me when shooting video. It's offers the best images for your bucks ;)
In 2021 what’s the best Sony E Mount 50mm lens for videography?
Consider Samyang 45mm f1.8
It is relatively cheaper than Zeiss 55mm and better image quality than Sony 50mm
Also Samyang has better autofocus than the 50mm
Check my review here ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html
Great video. Just what I needed. Ordered the 50mm and was feeling insecure about the purchase.
Great to hear! Consider watching this one as well: Samyang 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8 Deep Review ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html
Excellent video. Thank you 😊
Thank you for watching mate
Al-salamü ‘alayküm, brother Ghomrawi! 💛 🕌 🕋 🙏🏽
I took the 50 for 180€, the quality it's great, the autofocus is slow, but precise, nothing dramatic.. (for what i remember canon 50 stm, was faster) i wish could buy the zeiss, but it's too expensive in my opinion. Maybe for 300€ it coul be the right choice.
You're right Canon STM is faster. Did you check Samyang 45mm
you might be interested in watching this video as well ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html
Samyang Rokinon 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8
I needed a 50mm 1.8 or lower for my studio. I saw the 50 for less than $200 and I had $100 gift card thru Best buy so I figured what the heck. This lens exceed my expectations. Autofocus is fast on my A9.
50mm f1.8 is a good lens in general.
f1.8 has decent bokeh, But if you're looking for better sharpness try to keep your aperture at f2.5 or f2.8
With the new firmware update for the A7iii hows does the 50 1.8 perform on AF-C and auto eye AF?
still didn't try it yet. will let you know soon
so informatively, thank u
Никита Старовойтов thank you for watching, have a great time
I own the 50mm and use it on my a7iii and for the money it's a great little lens. I think the price puts people off, I didn't expect it to be as sharp as it is
Now that I got the cheapest, I will save money for the Zeiss, I just hate the autofocus in the $200 lens. If you don't use autofocus is just great, but I'm very used to have great autofocus in the other Sony lenses
lalotong did you try Sony 50mm ?
The autofocus is not bad, I found Ziess 55mm is slightly better
Anyone looking at the Sony 50mm f1.8 on the Original A7 and A7r don’t get it the AF is frustratingly slow,get the Ziess 55mm or the Samyang AF 50mm f1.4,on any other Sony A7 body the 50mm f1.8 is ok but isn’t going to be super fast at af.
Birchez indeed the 55mm is superior, the point behind this video is showing each lens specs and strength.
Thanks for the comparisement.
My pleasure Kalin
This video convinced me to get the 55mm zeiss lens. I paid for 42mp i need all of my 42 mp
It's a good choice !
For R's I would always get the most sharp lenses possible. Ex: 90mm Macro. For the 24 MPs and the 10 MPs like A7c and A7Siii respectively, sharpness isn't that critical. Also because I just like video work lol less photos.
Awesome - Thank You!
Imagine paying $650 more on a lens just so you can have ever so slightly better quality.
and silent accurate in-lens focus, with better colour, and softer bokeh. A lot of people will want a sharp lens like the Zeiss to get the best performance out of their camera sensor, why pair a soft slow focusing lens with an expensive full-frame body?
I had both, kept the 50m, I think the 55 is way overpriced for a 55 1.8... it’s good but not 4 times as good as least for stills
Boris Pradel indeed that’s my point of view, the 55mm is sharper but not 4 times better.
went the same route earlier this year, sold the 55 and bought a 50, don't miss the 55 a bit. not a pixel peeper for portraits so the 50mm is more than enough. planning on getting the loxia 50 for landscape though
Doing my test today, shot again my library at 3 mts on tripod, tomorrow wife eyes... today I found the 50 is sharper on the corner in most of the aperture! And in the center at1.8 juust a bit the zeiss,...maybe a bad zeiss copy? Maybe yes but is the one I have. Lets see
The metal lenses definitely look sexier
shukran man!
You're welcome mate
There's enough used Zeiss lenses on the markets by now. Better get the used Zeiss than the new Sony. I have the Sony and regret not getting a used Zeiss instead. The Sony does have a great picture but the autofocus runs like a wooden watch; much focus breathing and loud gear noise.
BOKEH is smaller... Man... maybe couse of 55mm vs 50mm...
Wow... Those lenses look like toys in your hands...
thank you
Ha, Oma, sadly this comparison came too late for me- I bought the Zeiss 55 mm along with my Sony a7iii, knowing that the kit lens would disappoint me. Since then I managed to pick up the Tamron 28-75 f2.8 and can honestly say that it is now my favourite lens and I hardly use the 55mm.
Hey Chryseas, I bought many Sony Lenses the last couple months and I only kept the ones I'm happy with! Luckily I have some friends that own Sony Gear, and I had the chance to test different lenses as well.
I currently own Zeiss 16-35 f4 // 70-200mm f4 // and 85mm f1.8. Tamron is a great option, but I'm still thinking about it, afraid to add more load in my backpack especially when my current lenses are doing the jobs properly at the moment.
@@OmaGhomrawi I am not that disciplined and hence, I have quite a few lenses both aps-c ( for a6000 and then a6500) and full frame. I already had the 85 1.8 and the 70-200 f.4 ( bought used from a friend) but felt that I needed more of a walk around lens for the a7iii. I debated between the Tamron and the Sony 24-105 f.4 but the Tamron won on size , aperture, availability, and the price. It's a fantastic lens, works exactly like a native Sony lens and fits the camera very well. Oma, I have been considering the 16-35 f.4 as a wide angle FE lens to get next ( down the line!). Are you pleased with yours? Had you considered the 2.8 version instead?
@@chryseass.5143 For most of my work I don't need a wide f2.8 lens. I shoot f8 most of my time when doing Landscapes and Cityscapes. This is my strategy since was Canon user. On the other hand, f2.8 doesn't give bokeh and shallow depth of field at wide focal length.
For me, I can recover the additional Stop by increasing the ISO. Our cameras are great in low light conditions.
And as I tested Zeiss 16-35 f4 and Zeiss 27-70 f4, the major downside is the metal body is very sensitive to scratches. The paint peel could come off anytime without noticing why. A ring in your finger could peel the paint.
I explained the problem in this video, and I came up with a solution for that as well, check it out: ruclips.net/video/HCz5Er2-WNI/видео.html
You might be interested to check this one as well, Sony Zeiss 16-35 f4 vs Canon 16-35 f4 REVIEW ruclips.net/video/fjGYoHxZ1PA/видео.html
I believe the big difference must be on the microcontrast both lenses deliver, nobody does this kind of test. I'm using some voigtlanders lenses on my a7iii and the images I'm getting are really beautiful. I'm waiting that zeiss and I will compare it with my voigt 50 mm 1.5 Nokton.
thanks bro
could you do a video autofocus test?
Jesse King unfortunately I don’t have them both at the moment.
However, ve been told the 55mm autofocus is faster but still not that fast as expected in videos.
I found a way to improve the autofocus in any lens, set focus area to Zone instead of wide
Could it be cheaper? Yeah.
Is it one of the sharpest lenses ever? Yeah.
I had the 50mm sony for 2 weeks before I got the Zeiss. Returned the sony, kept the Zeiss.
Being more expensive is not an argument for saying get the 50mm, that is the same as saying “don’t buy a Ferrari, buy a golf”.
Tl;dr: the Zeiss is one of the best lenses ever made, the sony is a nifty fifty.
Definitely, the Zeiss is significant, no doubt. But it's not a fifty nifty anymore because of its price range.
Did you try the 85mm f1.8 ? It is insanely sharp at f1.8
its the lens that makes the lens expensive, Zeiss Optic is expensive
This is not a zeiss optic
It's a lense where sony cooperated with zeiss
good vid, bro
Whoa mate are u from dubai !! thats city walk right ?
Rahim Mahtab Im originally from Lebanon, living in the UAE
I read on the bh Page that the 50mm 1.8 fe is for apsc, works good with a full frame camera as the A7riii?
Hi Juan, Didn't notice your request, was on vacation.
I have the same lens 50mm f1.8 FE OSS, but unfortunately dont have an A7r. I believe you get a 20megapixel with APSC lenses on a7r.
Check this video: APSC Crop Lenses on Sony A7 III Full Frame ruclips.net/video/XeY5C_2wYf8/видео.html
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As far as photography goes, the 55 isnt worth the cost over the 50mm. But when it comes to both, video and photo, the 55mm is definitely noticeably superior.
Cam S indeed, 55mm is the winner. But it comes to cost, it is relative how much you able to pay
Yavor Kapitanov I totally agree.
@ pictures no. Video YES.
“I want to see why it’s more expensive than the other” you already answered that when you talked about the build quality. It’s all metal and will last forever.
You could also buy a Sigma MC-11 converter for $200 and add a Canon 50mm 1.8 STM lens for $100 and you get a lovely combination, quiet focusing with great picture quality. Better than the Sony 50mm and much cheaper than the Zeiss.
Well, I still prefer Sony f1.8 over the Canon copy. Focus will be slower and less responsive, especially in videos.
here is a comparison review I made in the past between Canon Nifty fifty and Sony f1.8 ruclips.net/video/5NYC5Natw40/видео.html
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Liked your content. Just wondering what is your mother tongue as it's not english.
Thanks for watching Chanchal. I'm Arabic
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YES! I cannot understand why a sony 55 f/1.8 costs like, 5 times a canon. Is there a difference? lets find out :D
Absolutely there is a difference, but I don't believe it worth 5 times the price.
great video! i bought mine 50mm for 150 euros and i'm thinking about buying 55 for 550 euros, but i'm not sure it is a good investment
Thank you for watching mate, You might be interested in these two lenses as well:
+ Samyang Rokinon 45mm f1.8 vs Sony 50mm f1.8 ruclips.net/video/ci0DcZ5xv_o/видео.html
+ Sony 85mm f1.8 vs 50mm f1.8 + ruclips.net/video/5ndZ7p_LZio/видео.html
Simply say, Zeiss lens is overpriced.
Exactly
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Sony should do a MK 2version of their 50mm F1.8 & bring the quality up a little .... but no they wont do that becuae the want to take a $1000 off us all for their Sony Zeiss 55mm F1.8 .... ???????
Did you try 85mm f1.8 ? it is amazing in all ways
@@OmaGhomrawi yes I have the 85F1.8 ...a great lens... i wish the 50mm wasas good & wish Sony would bring out a 35mm F1.8 as well ?
@@OmaGhomrawi Yes exactly 85 1.8 is sharper faster.
Unless your doing paid jobs save your money and get the 50 it's as good as most that shoot with it . Save your cash for a good zoom an your set
I agree with you.
Good comparison. Great style and filming. But, I recommend to try pronouncing clearer.
Thank you for the feedback. Could you please one of my recent videos? Is it any better ?
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OMG 50mm has best sharp than 55mm wow
Jose Trigon it’s relative, I do prefer the 50mm in stills, wouldn’t prefer to pay $1000 for 55mm
My best portrait lens is Sony 85mm f1.8 / super Sharp at f1.8
Oma Ghomrawi yeah man so I need to get 85mm 1.8 😉
Good review!
But you have to improve your english lol
Appreciate your feedback, I'm absolutely working on my English you know it hard to rock it I'm not native english :)
Thank you Alon
@@OmaGhomrawi I understand hahah, np! It was really informative with nice cinematics so I enjoyed it!
Your English is fine and adds a charmig touch to your interesting vidio
Thank you Chriss, I appreciate your words.
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Great review and very nicely produced.
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