I did a rough first impressions of the Remus 33mm, I show my post production fix in the video as well ruclips.net/video/M3KSUUVmOeg/видео.htmlsi=hiLXVFMt2TITmvXq
Got this 33mm order!!! ❤ Can't wait. Just an FYI, it might be a good idea to do a deep dive video and explain why the open gate is so advantageous for 2x anamorphic. I see a lot of people don't understand that an image is not getting wider, but stretched in a vertical plain, why you crop off so much of the image with a 16:9 recording format sensor. Cheers for all the content ❤
2X Full Frame Anamorphic at a great price....whaaaat? I've been waiting for this day! Your videos are fun to watch and hard on my wallet! Keep up the great work!
This is a great video and thanks to everyone for making it. Now we have 1.5x and 2.0x anamorphic from Blazar, and as a new to this world of anamorphic I'm curious to see literally side by side the lenses within the same scene. It's now really hard to decide between them since both of them look amazing on Lumix s5iix open gate. I would appreciate a ton if you could compare Remus 50mm with Cato 55mm to see the difference in bokeh.
@@cammackey also maybe you can expand on how they shot the creator on 2x anamorphics and used the fx3, I know they shot prores raw which has more resolution.
it'd be really cool to see you get your hands on some really niche Hollywood anamorphics. like the Panavision C series, the Cookes, the arri master anamoprhics, and compare them to some of these cheaper lenses.
Now need to decide between Remus and Cato. They both look amazing and for the price-no brainer!! Cato looks softer than Remus but think you say the opposite. So will be looking for more footage. But thanks for all your shots, really inspiring.
Ordered mine. Just so happy we have 2x Anamorphic at an affordable price. This is unprecedented. Loving the character. Cam I appreciate how you keep it honest and understand the art of things rather than numbers on a paper. You rock.
My perfectly honest opinion? THESE LOOK FREAKIN GORGEOUS!! 😍 Most people interested in anamorphic lenses know they come with character, and we WANT that character! 🙌🏾 I'm glad Blazar is bringing it to the affordable market now 🔥 Great review!
@@cammackey 1000%! I guess since it's been unaccessible for most people, those getting their hands on them aren't used to the anamorphic "look" and complain they don't look like their spherical lenses 😆
AGREED!!!!! While I watched that show I had uploaded my first look at the pre production Cato’s and some of the anamorphic prudes were DESTROYING the Cato over that same look. They ended up cleaning the edges up even mroe but I still have the pre production 50mm that only 3 people will have forever haha
Excellent video Cam! Your work is pretty amazing. I had to check out more on your website. I've always been fascinated by anamorphic lenses but never pulled the trigger. The DJI Lidar setup makes me want to jump in sooner than later. Makes the blackmagic cameras more enticing when you can get some autofocus as a one man shoot. I wish my R5 II shot open gate, but at worse I could shoot in 8k and just crop in a bit. Keep up the great work!
I'd like to see the 45, but honestly the 55 might be a winner for me. I like these much better than the other blazer lenses I've seen, I do wish the flares were blue but I could live with the silver/white.
Loved this review! Thanks for taking the time to do it for all of us to enjoy. One quick question, any chance you tried to rig these to your Ronin 4D? If you did, did it handle the extra weight compared to the weight of the Remus lenses?
These look freaking fantastic... But I still feel like maybe the Remus is a better choice for me because I'm also using an S5II and I think the 1.5x squeeze might suit it better. But it is going to be an extremely difficult choice.
Nice footage, The only thing that I noticed was the rolling shutter actually which has nothing to do with the lenses. I will say the global shutter would have served you well here...but then again only 16 by 9 sensors so far with the global shutter. Hopefully soon a new camera will have it all (GS and 4 by 3 size)
As much as I wanted these and the fact they are only $1199, I’m actually more than happy with their 1.5xs in the OD green case! The 33mm 1.5x full frame is bananas Dude. I have 4 of their lenses, and I may have to grab these too!
The lens flares, are a bit harsh aren't they and they draw a full line across the screen? I feel like they should bloom more? They feel like fishing wire or artificial. I'm not knocking flares, these just feel harsh? I guess my preference has aligned more with Panavision style flares. I know those are generally the most hated however if abused.
@@cammackey Sure I can pretty much say that I do like to a degree the Sirui in general with neutral/natural. I find the flares to be a bit more bloom forward rather than a hard line. In your test I'm seeing a much more hard line vs a more natural fall off or feathering to the horizontal flare. Also to be more clear the out of focus flare looks great, I'm talking about the sharp in focus lens flare but frankly I think most look good then. Also of course not a fan of forced colored flares. I do wonder how the Blazars might look with if you tested like you did with your flashlight but rather used a more movie standard of a HID flashlight combined with a little bit of atmosphere(fog/haze). It could be that its a bit to clinical of a test perhaps. Any who enjoy the conversations and keep up the great videos.
I agree about the harshness, I was hoping to see some feathering like a JDC Xtal Express in Poltergeist, But overall this is the closest look for such a low price. Considering most Hollywood movies using the Xtal that I have seen do not always flare intentionally all the time. A lot of them are horror movies.
i do think the camera was adding some jello-y rolling shutter on the rapid handheld movements that were a little off putting. Would love to see these on a global shutter moving fast
Are there any challenges with Lumix's IBIS for hand-held shots on the CATO 55mm anamorphic lens? Also, which PL-L mount adapter are you using on your Lumix s9 or s5IIX?
The technicals here are so far over my head it’s not funny - but the aesthetics of these lenses make my heart pound. Thanks for the deep dive my brother.
for people not ordering the full set, sucks to not know how the 40mm is going to perform. Super stoked for this set though, been waiting for something like this for years now as a former DIY freak.
What worries me is it looks like the 40mm protrudes pretty far in the rear. As someone who shoots on a RED Raptor with an END mount, I don't think it'll work. Would be nice to know before I go ahead and intentionally destroy myself financially on the whole set.
@@cammackey Appreciate it. Researched the numbers and it doesn't look like it'll work. Probably have to go with the Remus, which I guess isn't a huge difference... Hopefully. Edit: Well, shucks. The Remus 33mm protrudes even more. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
@@cammackey if you could ONLY have either the Catos or the Remus B set, which would you choose? I love these but the more I watch your 33/50mm b set shots.. I'm not convinced I like the distortion and separation on these catos more
Great video. Is it just me or the distortion on the sides of 55mm es way too abrupt ? Don't get me wrong I love barrel distortion but when panning the 55mm, the objects on the side deforms way too violently distracting the attention from what's in the center. And considering the 55mm should be the preferred lens of the set to follow talent around that might be a problem. Unless that's distorted part of the image gets cropped out on 4:3 S35 sensor. Is that the case ?
@@cammackey Yes I did twice, and it´s a great video but you talk too fast for me (english is not my first language). Anyways the thing is I assume that on an s35 4:3 sensor (Alexa) that might not be a problem, but for full frame cameras like the C500 mk2 that means you will need to crop the sides in post and create some sort of frame lines for on set monitoring ? With all these new affordable anamorphic lenses on the market we will be needing 2x zooms ! Congrats again.
Hello Cammackey. Another great video! one question please. Are you using 21:9 or 18:9 aspect ratio? my calculation says 21:9 but you say you use X2 anamorphic so I imagine 18:9... thank you if you can confirm. Thank you
Blazer said they are only making Silver moving forward because they account for 80% of their sales. Sadly, I think people are buying Silver with the idea that they are neutral when in actuality they have a prominent Green tint. I’d buy these in a heartbeat if they offered the classic Blue.
Thanks for the review Cam. I recently completed a project shooting Aivascope 1.5x and S5iix. I found the stabilization to have lots of rotational jitter, with IBIS. And I added plenty of heft with a full cage/rig. Even when holding the camera steady in place. Is this a ibis thing, anamorphic thing, or S5iix thing?
It’s everything hahha. One, in the S5II there’s anamorphic ibis, no other camera company that does that. That will fix a lot of it. But second, the S5II has a lot of rolling shutter so that can also affect it
@@fullbars In my experience these cameras with ibis and actually most CMOS-sensor cameras work well for tube-video-stuff etc, but not for cinema. Therefore either a film format or a global shutter camera without in-camera stabilization just look better. Panasonic and Blackmagic are pretty great cameras, but the movement and jello just make it look like a cheap video camera footage. Sony has a much faster sensor readout speed, so it's kinda decent, too bad it doesn't have open gate (though if it would have, it would be slower and that would increase the jello effect..). Hoping the FX3 II will be better, and with a lockable ibis/sensor.
great great info. thanks. i wonder how would it be on BMCC6K full frame 6:5 anamorphic mode.. can you tell us about that? do we get vignette on 40/55mm Cato lenses?
"A pRoFessIoNaL wOuLD nEVeR uSe ThIs! " 😂 Great work as always Cam! Been lovin the Remus Line and I thank you for putting me on to them through your videos
Haha who would have knew sharing anamorphic stuff on the internet would invite some of the most miserable trolls. Well I got the receipts suckers! Haha thank you for tuning in brother, Blazar changing the game.
It’s less about the camera and more about the look you want. If you like the look of both equally and don’t plan on shooting FF open gate in the future.. then Remus for sure
@@mohammedfahim9918 I have no clue then haha. I sharpen a lot of my stuff in post too. Maybe try film grain. Also; this is part of the charm to anamorphic, it kills a lot of that digital look.
Someone help a complete newb over here! I’m shooting on a mirrorless 16:9 sensor and primarily shoot weddings. I want to add some distinguishable character and charm to my films but the technical part is over my head…if I shoot with these lenses and have to crop on like crazy for the final deliverable, is the final result significantly different than just shooting in spherical without having to crop? This may be common sense to some but I’ve never owned an anamorphic lens before and I’m really intrigued!
@@cammackey we need a Vs video, it's a hard choice for me because it will be my first anamorphic lense , and don't know if the 40mm or the 33mm would be the best to use with my Lumix s5iix.
Oh my gosh, that was so shaky, I think DJI need to send you a gimbal. I’ve heard real videographers say you should shoot everything on a gimbal, come on Cam, what is this, amateur hour?!
I thought the same, looks like a 23.989fps pulldown from 30fps? Still cool to see enthusiasm, geeking on the film gear. :D That said, I would have wanted to see more stabile footage, to really see the characters and sharpness of these lens, rather than shaky camera. Blazar has a cool concept, if you like the "vintage" look. But are these sharp enough for real use for the big screen, or just for the small screens? I have hard time buying that from this video. Maybe t4 or t5.6 works? Would be awesome to see a low light test. And a large screen projection.
@lensninja are you shooting things for the big screen? If so I’m assuming you have the budget to rent Arri master anamorphic primes. If not, then yes these are sharp enough.
@@cammackey I saw the rolling shutter in that handheld sequence but you can observe the weird motion even on the static video in your room when you are talking about lens flares. When you gesticulate the motion seems like it’s coming from an hd camcorder. That’s why I asked if you shot it in 30 fps. Lately there seems to be this trend on youtube. Cheers!
Hey Cam, I just wanted to let you know I made a video about the whole drama that's unfolding about these lenses. I tried to talk about the situation in a nauanced way, but probably failed. 🤷♂️ Anyway, I felt weird making a video talking about you without letting you know, and since Im a weirdo who doesn't have Instagram, this was the easiest way for me to contact you.
I’m wondering if the EF mount versions would fit on a RF speed booster for the Komodo X. Sold if so! I have the S1H but the Komodo is a problem at a 1.6 crop
@@cammackey S35 is 1.5-1.6 crop on the FF lens. So a FF 50mm for instance is 75-80mm equivalent depending on the sensor in question APSC/S35. I was under the impression the KX had open gate and/or 4:3 with 2X de-squeeze options. I literally have the Komodo in my cart right now ready to purchase, so I don’t know hands-on
@@RoadFromNowhere_SE01 thats not really correct. A true film S35 is more around 1.3X crop. Digital APSC sensors are more around 1.5X crop. people tend to mix the two up. The Komodo X vertical height is close to a true film S35 format. Regardless, id not know if they'll clear a speed booster or not. They clear my Mofage Pool rear VND tho
@@cammackey I didn’t know that about S35 Film gates. Good to know. I think the 40 mm has a weird protrusion that probably won’t work with a speed booster. Be cool to know. Thanks for taking the time to answer. I appreciate you.
@@cammackey ah so close lol the sage and aspens are always an indicator! Great video once again Cam, and now I’m torn between the 55 Cato and the 33mm 1.5x still leaning toward the latter because it would be more usable on my 16:9 cameras whereas these would only really be fully utilized on my S52 🤔 but your shots with the 55 are breathtaking too! Beats the hell out of fighting with my Isco 2x!
It's funny how CCreators bitch about so much nuance in lens choice, while $200Mill+ Hollywood is doing what it feels like for the story & as a Photographer/Videographer, I'm enjoying the movie, unless it's boring then I'm looking for technicalities. CAM is just doing the damn thing will real world reviews, BRAVO!
EXACTLY. I’m trying my best to change the stigma around people focusing on spec sheets and negatives and more on the positives of how gear can help you tell your stories. The issues; the community has been filled with tech heads and not artist
@@cammackeyBingo. 25yr Veteran Cinematographer here… There are people that “talk” and people that “do”, these lenses are our brushes and we will use their imperfections to our advantage when storytelling. Keep up the great work dude… Btw, some of your western work reminds me of ads/footage that I shot for Marlboro awhile back… Beautiful work. Btw, ordering a set today, thank you for all the videos on these and the Remus lenses, enjoyed them all.
@@cammackey somehow your voice sounds strange. Did you use an AI voice isolation? otherwise super creative and beautiful video It's always fun to watch your videos!
@cammackey I'm actually surprised you've never heard of them 😳 They're box styled cinema cameras. They have 4K mft cameras, 6K s35 and 6K VV concerns cameras. There's also an 8K FF cam and a 6K s35 global shutter camera. They record 10bit internally and can output Blackmagic raw or ProResRAW externally
I did a rough first impressions of the Remus 33mm, I show my post production fix in the video as well ruclips.net/video/M3KSUUVmOeg/видео.htmlsi=hiLXVFMt2TITmvXq
Got this 33mm order!!! ❤ Can't wait. Just an FYI, it might be a good idea to do a deep dive video and explain why the open gate is so advantageous for 2x anamorphic. I see a lot of people don't understand that an image is not getting wider, but stretched in a vertical plain, why you crop off so much of the image with a 16:9 recording format sensor. Cheers for all the content ❤
Blazar looks probably the best of the available anamorphs for full frame. Thanks for the video, perfect as always cowboy.
Specially at this price!!!
These lenses are a slice of heaven. Fantastic video. Even the sharpness tests are entertaining and passionate! Nobody makes RUclips like you do.
Great review as always. Thanks for sharing!
2X Full Frame Anamorphic at a great price....whaaaat? I've been waiting for this day! Your videos are fun to watch and hard on my wallet! Keep up the great work!
This is a great video and thanks to everyone for making it. Now we have 1.5x and 2.0x anamorphic from Blazar, and as a new to this world of anamorphic I'm curious to see literally side by side the lenses within the same scene. It's now really hard to decide between them since both of them look amazing on Lumix s5iix open gate.
I would appreciate a ton if you could compare Remus 50mm with Cato 55mm to see the difference in bokeh.
GREAT IDEA
@@cammackey also maybe you can expand on how they shot the creator on 2x anamorphics and used the fx3, I know they shot prores raw which has more resolution.
Yes! We need this comparison.
well done for all your work over the years, you will soon reach 100k subs! You deserve it!
Thank you 🥲
it'd be really cool to see you get your hands on some really niche Hollywood anamorphics. like the Panavision C series, the Cookes, the arri master anamoprhics, and compare them to some of these cheaper lenses.
;) stay tuned
Now need to decide between Remus and Cato. They both look amazing and for the price-no brainer!! Cato looks softer than Remus but think you say the opposite. So will be looking for more footage. But thanks for all your shots, really inspiring.
Great review! Was hoping some footage with the Pyxis, just got mine today and I think it will be a good match.
Ordered mine. Just so happy we have 2x Anamorphic at an affordable price. This is unprecedented. Loving the character. Cam I appreciate how you keep it honest and understand the art of things rather than numbers on a paper. You rock.
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My perfectly honest opinion? THESE LOOK FREAKIN GORGEOUS!! 😍 Most people interested in anamorphic lenses know they come with character, and we WANT that character! 🙌🏾 I'm glad Blazar is bringing it to the affordable market now 🔥
Great review!
Insane right?! Just a. Few years ago I dreamt of lenses like this.
@@cammackey 1000%! I guess since it's been unaccessible for most people, those getting their hands on them aren't used to the anamorphic "look" and complain they don't look like their spherical lenses 😆
obsessed with that intro
Fantastic video once again. I am not an anamorphic shooter but I watch your videos to learn and be inspired overall!
Wow, and the price! My plastic fantastic Tamron lenses cost more. These guys are killing it.
LOVED how much they leaned into this in Shogun. That show was incredible.
AGREED!!!!! While I watched that show I had uploaded my first look at the pre production Cato’s and some of the anamorphic prudes were DESTROYING the Cato over that same look. They ended up cleaning the edges up even mroe but I still have the pre production 50mm that only 3 people will have forever haha
Excellent video Cam! Your work is pretty amazing. I had to check out more on your website. I've always been fascinated by anamorphic lenses but never pulled the trigger. The DJI Lidar setup makes me want to jump in sooner than later. Makes the blackmagic cameras more enticing when you can get some autofocus as a one man shoot. I wish my R5 II shot open gate, but at worse I could shoot in 8k and just crop in a bit. Keep up the great work!
Been following you since you were at 12,000 subs. Looking forward to seeing you hit 100k!
I'd like to see the 45, but honestly the 55 might be a winner for me. I like these much better than the other blazer lenses I've seen, I do wish the flares were blue but I could live with the silver/white.
Loved this review! Thanks for taking the time to do it for all of us to enjoy. One quick question, any chance you tried to rig these to your Ronin 4D? If you did, did it handle the extra weight compared to the weight of the Remus lenses?
These look freaking fantastic... But I still feel like maybe the Remus is a better choice for me because I'm also using an S5II and I think the 1.5x squeeze might suit it better. But it is going to be an extremely difficult choice.
Nice footage, The only thing that I noticed was the rolling shutter actually which has nothing to do with the lenses. I will say the global shutter would have served you well here...but then again only 16 by 9 sensors so far with the global shutter. Hopefully soon a new camera will have it all (GS and 4 by 3 size)
Agreed man! Im eye that red raptor x..
As much as I wanted these and the fact they are only $1199, I’m actually more than happy with their 1.5xs in the OD green case!
The 33mm 1.5x full frame is bananas
Dude. I have 4 of their lenses, and I may have to grab these too!
The lens flares, are a bit harsh aren't they and they draw a full line across the screen? I feel like they should bloom more? They feel like fishing wire or artificial. I'm not knocking flares, these just feel harsh? I guess my preference has aligned more with Panavision style flares. I know those are generally the most hated however if abused.
Go watch some of the other affordable anamorphic flares and come back and tell me what you think! Genuinely wanna hear your thoughts
@@cammackey Sure I can pretty much say that I do like to a degree the Sirui in general with neutral/natural. I find the flares to be a bit more bloom forward rather than a hard line. In your test I'm seeing a much more hard line vs a more natural fall off or feathering to the horizontal flare. Also to be more clear the out of focus flare looks great, I'm talking about the sharp in focus lens flare but frankly I think most look good then. Also of course not a fan of forced colored flares. I do wonder how the Blazars might look with if you tested like you did with your flashlight but rather used a more movie standard of a HID flashlight combined with a little bit of atmosphere(fog/haze). It could be that its a bit to clinical of a test perhaps. Any who enjoy the conversations and keep up the great videos.
I agree about the harshness, I was hoping to see some feathering like a JDC Xtal Express in Poltergeist, But overall this is the closest look for such a low price. Considering most Hollywood movies using the Xtal that I have seen do not always flare intentionally all the time. A lot of them are horror movies.
i do think the camera was adding some jello-y rolling shutter on the rapid handheld movements that were a little off putting. Would love to see these on a global shutter moving fast
For sure haha. I was gonna get a red raptor before but ran out of time
@@cammackey great lenses tho
Are there any challenges with Lumix's IBIS for hand-held shots on the CATO 55mm anamorphic lens? Also, which PL-L mount adapter are you using on your Lumix s9 or s5IIX?
The technicals here are so far over my head it’s not funny - but the aesthetics of these lenses make my heart pound. Thanks for the deep dive my brother.
Wow wow wow wow what a piece of art 😍😍😍😍 amazing video as Always. Excelente trabajo Patrón 🫡🫡
I can not think of anything that was distortion happy like Shogun!
for people not ordering the full set, sucks to not know how the 40mm is going to perform. Super stoked for this set though, been waiting for something like this for years now as a former DIY freak.
I’ve seen a little from it, people are going to be impressed ;)
What worries me is it looks like the 40mm protrudes pretty far in the rear. As someone who shoots on a RED Raptor with an END mount, I don't think it'll work. Would be nice to know before I go ahead and intentionally destroy myself financially on the whole set.
@@LOMISFILM I’ll see if I can find out!
@@cammackey Appreciate it. Researched the numbers and it doesn't look like it'll work. Probably have to go with the Remus, which I guess isn't a huge difference... Hopefully.
Edit: Well, shucks. The Remus 33mm protrudes even more. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
@@cammackey if you could ONLY have either the Catos or the Remus B set, which would you choose? I love these but the more I watch your 33/50mm b set shots.. I'm not convinced I like the distortion and separation on these catos more
Great video. Is it just me or the distortion on the sides of 55mm es way too abrupt ? Don't get me wrong I love barrel distortion but when panning the 55mm, the objects on the side deforms way too violently distracting the attention from what's in the center. And considering the 55mm should be the preferred lens of the set to follow talent around that might be a problem. Unless that's distorted part of the image gets cropped out on 4:3 S35 sensor. Is that the case ?
Did you not watch the video lol?
@@cammackey Yes I did twice, and it´s a great video but you talk too fast for me (english is not my first language). Anyways the thing is I assume that on an s35 4:3 sensor (Alexa) that might not be a problem, but for full frame cameras like the C500 mk2 that means you will need to crop the sides in post and create some sort of frame lines for on set monitoring ? With all these new affordable anamorphic lenses on the market we will be needing 2x zooms ! Congrats again.
“Guys..I love this sh*t”…me to brotha, me too. @12:18
We’re nerds haha
LUMIX S1H can do open gate 3:2 6k. But only in camera. Not raw.
Hello Cammackey. Another great video! one question please. Are you using 21:9 or 18:9 aspect ratio? my calculation says 21:9 but you say you use X2 anamorphic so I imagine 18:9... thank you if you can confirm. Thank you
I’m using 2.40:1
@@cammackey thank you!
Not a fan of the double flares. Other than that. They look great really!
Can’t wait to see how the Blazar Apex would be
If you can use only one lens, would you prefer the 40mm over the 55mm shooting in open gate for the cinemascope aspect ratio?
55mm. People obsessed too much over wide anamorphic. A 55mm will give you like a 30mm width or something like that.
Blazer said they are only making Silver moving forward because they account for 80% of their sales. Sadly, I think people are buying Silver with the idea that they are neutral when in actuality they have a prominent Green tint. I’d buy these in a heartbeat if they offered the classic Blue.
I have not witnessed any green tint…
Look at the secondary flare in your footage. The main is neutral but the secondary is green.
@@zakforsman so then say that haha
I did.
When my youtube window pops up in that aspect ratio i know it's SERIOUS
I guess the 40 is the widest they will make on these 2x? Thinking about what I would combine with my KX. Wish 40 was shipping this year
Crazy thought I just had: How well do they cover medium format?
The 85 and 125 probably. I’m personally not interested in that cause there’s not any fast readout medium format videos cameras out there
The Cato are looking GOOD
Such a rad opening!
Are the flare colors optional with the Cato like the remus or are they all this color? I prefer this look.
I think they’ll all be silver
Damn I was going to get the Remus but now I’m not sure (S5iix shooter).
Thanks for the review Cam. I recently completed a project shooting Aivascope 1.5x and S5iix. I found the stabilization to have lots of rotational jitter, with IBIS. And I added plenty of heft with a full cage/rig. Even when holding the camera steady in place. Is this a ibis thing, anamorphic thing, or S5iix thing?
It’s everything hahha. One, in the S5II there’s anamorphic ibis, no other camera company that does that. That will fix a lot of it. But second, the S5II has a lot of rolling shutter so that can also affect it
@@cammackey hard to explain. Even holding it steady it has these rotation jitters with the anamorphic Ibis setting on. Can I show you?
@@fullbars In my experience these cameras with ibis and actually most CMOS-sensor cameras work well for tube-video-stuff etc, but not for cinema. Therefore either a film format or a global shutter camera without in-camera stabilization just look better. Panasonic and Blackmagic are pretty great cameras, but the movement and jello just make it look like a cheap video camera footage. Sony has a much faster sensor readout speed, so it's kinda decent, too bad it doesn't have open gate (though if it would have, it would be slower and that would increase the jello effect..). Hoping the FX3 II will be better, and with a lockable ibis/sensor.
beautiful review!!
great great info. thanks.
i wonder how would it be on BMCC6K full frame 6:5 anamorphic mode.. can you tell us about that? do we get vignette on 40/55mm Cato lenses?
100k incoming
i trust Cam's Blazar reviews just like how i trust Sony's AF.
Cam if you could only have one of these lenses, would it be the 55?
I think so
Would love to see the Cato 125 vs the Remus 125, same exact subject, framing and ratio (2.40).
That’s a good idea!
Using adaptors? For Sony?
So if I want an 85mm focal length on a 16:9 sensor, i better buy the 55mm since i have to crop a large part of it?
If you’re shooting a 16X9 sensor, after you crop the sides to 2.4:1 it’s essentially S35
@@cammackey If I love the bokeh with the 85mm, do you think I should buy the 55mm if my camera has a S35 crop factor?
Wish to see one of these lens on the GH7🫵🏾💪🏿
"A pRoFessIoNaL wOuLD nEVeR uSe ThIs! " 😂 Great work as always Cam! Been lovin the Remus Line and I thank you for putting me on to them through your videos
Haha who would have knew sharing anamorphic stuff on the internet would invite some of the most miserable trolls. Well I got the receipts suckers! Haha thank you for tuning in brother, Blazar changing the game.
@@cammackey there's a lot of cold people in this world but Blazar is bringing that HEAT
i had no idea these lenses were essentially tailored to the LUMIX open gate format. praise Jesus
Great!!! Thanks for sharing
Would you please send me the link for the distorsion fix video ?
It’s pinned in the comments!
Cato or Remus for Sony shooter?
It’s less about the camera and more about the look you want. If you like the look of both equally and don’t plan on shooting FF open gate in the future.. then Remus for sure
@@cammackey yeah not ready for a camera switch. Thanks for the straight answer.
How did you get past the digital sharpness on the internal codec of the s5iix? Are you using some diffusion filter or softening it in post?
Stop using modern sharp lenses
@@cammackey I tried a canon FD lens but it is still sharp.
@@mohammedfahim9918 I have no clue then haha. I sharpen a lot of my stuff in post too. Maybe try film grain. Also; this is part of the charm to anamorphic, it kills a lot of that digital look.
@@cammackey gotcha. Thanks !
Shoot in VLog and reduce the internal sharpening
Ever thought about doing a podcast? Id listen to it. I’m sure you have many stories and tips to share for people in their daily commute.
Nooooooo I
Would be so bad at that haha
@@cammackey Aww okay. Great video dude!
Will you do a Cato 40mm review. I haven't seen a lot of footage out there.
Yes, they’re fine tuning it so it’ll be here soon
Someone help a complete newb over here! I’m shooting on a mirrorless 16:9 sensor and primarily shoot weddings. I want to add some distinguishable character and charm to my films but the technical part is over my head…if I shoot with these lenses and have to crop on like crazy for the final deliverable, is the final result significantly different than just shooting in spherical without having to crop? This may be common sense to some but I’ve never owned an anamorphic lens before and I’m really intrigued!
For me, these look better, cleaner but still more character and sharpness than blazar remus 1.5x. I dont know how is that possible.
Now I don't know if I want the Remus or the Cato 😭
It’s hard to choose myself!!!!!!!
@@cammackey we need a Vs video, it's a hard choice for me because it will be my first anamorphic lense , and don't know if the 40mm or the 33mm would be the best to use with my Lumix s5iix.
Oh my gosh, that was so shaky, I think DJI need to send you a gimbal. I’ve heard real videographers say you should shoot everything on a gimbal, come on Cam, what is this, amateur hour?!
😂😂😂😂 I’m just a youtuber bro chill!!
Did you filmed this video in 30 fps? It has a weird feel to it.
I thought the same, looks like a 23.989fps pulldown from 30fps? Still cool to see enthusiasm, geeking on the film gear. :D That said, I would have wanted to see more stabile footage, to really see the characters and sharpness of these lens, rather than shaky camera. Blazar has a cool concept, if you like the "vintage" look. But are these sharp enough for real use for the big screen, or just for the small screens? I have hard time buying that from this video. Maybe t4 or t5.6 works? Would be awesome to see a low light test. And a large screen projection.
24fps. The camera we used have rolling shutter tho so not the best choice honestly haha my bad
@lensninja are you shooting things for the big screen? If so I’m assuming you have the budget to rent Arri master anamorphic primes. If not, then yes these are sharp enough.
@@cammackey I saw the rolling shutter in that handheld sequence but you can observe the weird motion even on the static video in your room when you are talking about lens flares. When you gesticulate the motion seems like it’s coming from an hd camcorder. That’s why I asked if you shot it in 30 fps. Lately there seems to be this trend on youtube. Cheers!
@@ChrisAxis lol you might wanna check your screen homie
Hey Cam, I just wanted to let you know I made a video about the whole drama that's unfolding about these lenses. I tried to talk about the situation in a nauanced way, but probably failed. 🤷♂️
Anyway, I felt weird making a video talking about you without letting you know, and since Im a weirdo who doesn't have Instagram, this was the easiest way for me to contact you.
I’m wondering if the EF mount versions would fit on a RF speed booster for the Komodo X. Sold if so! I have the S1H but the Komodo is a problem at a 1.6 crop
Komodo is only a 1.3x crop actually
@@cammackey S35 is 1.5-1.6 crop on the FF lens. So a FF 50mm for instance is 75-80mm equivalent depending on the sensor in question APSC/S35. I was under the impression the KX had open gate and/or 4:3 with 2X de-squeeze options. I literally have the Komodo in my cart right now ready to purchase, so I don’t know hands-on
@@RoadFromNowhere_SE01 thats not really correct. A true film S35 is more around 1.3X crop. Digital APSC sensors are more around 1.5X crop. people tend to mix the two up. The Komodo X vertical height is close to a true film S35 format. Regardless, id not know if they'll clear a speed booster or not. They clear my Mofage Pool rear VND tho
@@cammackey I didn’t know that about S35 Film gates. Good to know. I think the 40 mm has a weird protrusion that probably won’t work with a speed booster. Be cool to know. Thanks for taking the time to answer. I appreciate you.
My camera has a 16:9 sensor, should i get the remus or the catos?
remus.
Had to ask, just cause I always watch "the Thing". anyone know what lens could get those oval flares from the panavision C series anamorphic?
Under $10k.. Atlas Orions have the best flares!!
8:58 is that Wyoming 👀👀👀
Colorado!
@@cammackey ah so close lol the sage and aspens are always an indicator! Great video once again Cam, and now I’m torn between the 55 Cato and the 33mm 1.5x still leaning toward the latter because it would be more usable on my 16:9 cameras whereas these would only really be fully utilized on my S52 🤔 but your shots with the 55 are breathtaking too! Beats the hell out of fighting with my Isco 2x!
How do you use the Lidar without the RS Gimbal?
Have you tried them on the ronin 4d?
Do you need an adapter to mount these to a sony fx3 or A7SIII?
Following! I wanna know which ones I’ll grab for my fx3… Remus or those…
can someone explain why the 1.5 squeeze is better for Fx3??
because the FX3 FF sensor is 16:9 aspect ratio, not 3:2 or 4:3
are they shimmed?
Of course
Where do you get you sound effects for sound design?
Audiio.com, link in the description
@@cammackey thanks brother! Love your vids! Super inspiring! Keep it up bro
125mm how close can it be like face close up shots....
Ahhhh i saw the last moment.... close focus.... is that the closes what the 125mm can do???
Yes ;)
Is that a JonnyRoams cameo?! 0:18
YES IT IS!
are you able to use the module eight tuners with these?
Good question, I’ll try soon
These with BMCC 6K FF!
Stay tuned. Pyxis ;)
It's funny how CCreators bitch about so much nuance in lens choice, while $200Mill+ Hollywood is doing what it feels like for the story & as a Photographer/Videographer, I'm enjoying the movie, unless it's boring then I'm looking for technicalities. CAM is just doing the damn thing will real world reviews, BRAVO!
EXACTLY. I’m trying my best to change the stigma around people focusing on spec sheets and negatives and more on the positives of how gear can help you tell your stories. The issues; the community has been filled with tech heads and not artist
@@cammackeyBingo. 25yr Veteran Cinematographer here… There are people that “talk” and people that “do”, these lenses are our brushes and we will use their imperfections to our advantage when storytelling. Keep up the great work dude… Btw, some of your western work reminds me of ads/footage that I shot for Marlboro awhile back… Beautiful work.
Btw, ordering a set today, thank you for all the videos on these and the Remus lenses, enjoyed them all.
Well flare what makes great about this lenses otherwise it’s not just wide view you get with this lenses !
hmm I'm not seeing this new update for the S9?
Check again
@@cammackey I see, it drops later today. That’s been my main content camera when I’m not home so that’s a nice upgrade.
Audio sounds like 💩
Thanks for the comment and engagement ☺️
You need to CALM DOWN with that intro
😂😂😂
why is your voice over sound like its coming out of a cell phone?
Cause I recorded it on a flip phone
@@cammackey that a boy!
Great Video but what happend to the Sound ?
Where?
@@cammackey
somehow your voice sounds strange. Did you use an AI voice isolation? otherwise super creative and beautiful video It's always fun to watch your videos!
@@minibaum93 nope
All Z Cam have proper anamorphic support
What’s Z Cam?
@cammackey I'm actually surprised you've never heard of them 😳
They're box styled cinema cameras. They have 4K mft cameras, 6K s35 and 6K VV concerns cameras.
There's also an 8K FF cam and a 6K s35 global shutter camera.
They record 10bit internally and can output Blackmagic raw or ProResRAW externally
@@phoenixfunny4517 check some of my older videos ;)
@cammackey oh so then you do know what Z Cam is 😅 haha
Side note: did you see what the 55mm looked like on s35?
at >$4k, this set is insane..
In what way?
@@trashbag8124 bang for the buck.
16:9 sucks