I find it funny how everybody criticized the lens which is obviously not made by him so he can't do anything about it however nobody stopped to say how fire this video was. Keep going❤
I don’t think people understand the concept of this lens is why it can be fun. I also wouldn’t declare it being a generational thing in attempts to make things look old. As a photographer… things can get boring at times. Especially between back to back gigs which leaves you not wanting to touch your camera for a minute haha. Lenses like this and or vintage lenses you find at pawnshops tends to make photography fun again. Anything to renew the fun in photography is always good in my book. To me.. this lens is good for hanging with friends and getting some unique shots during an occasion you wouldn’t typically bring your camera. Where it would likely shine is when printing small prints for a scrapbook or throwing a story together for the socials. The lens is cheap, it’s not hurting anyone and I wouldn’t consider the look bad. It has its own vibe. Making digital look like old school film isn’t a crime. Don’t let the photo police push you away from a product that may be just what you need to pick up your camera again. Haters will hate… I say, snag one and enjoy it. As far as the main video. I love the colors you’re getting out of your camera for video. Also are you using a promise type filter for your video? Something subtle is going on and I’m loving the look!
Hey dude! Great video! Here’s some nerdy crap for you- The super colorful light leaks you’re using as a reference are mostly a result of light leaking into film cameras and the big color shifts are because of the reaction of light bouncing off of the film itself and therefore reflecting the color cast of the orange based film back onto itself either from the front of the lens (orange) or from behind the camera body (blue). Also, I’m not certain on this, but I’m pretty sure you might get some better results from a harder light source like a phone light instead of the very diffused light from the rgb light you were using. All in all a cool concept for a lens but I think I’d rather just do some free-lensing/lens-whacking
So I bought all three of their lenses on a xt50 and xt5. I tested them last week. They are all f14 manual but not manual. The center is ehh the rest is not sharp. The problem with the lens is the way it's designed is a sharp edge where the glass is so it makes a line across half your image. I've returned all of them and am in discussing with the owners to help them make it better.
Best video I've seen talking about this lens. Testing out the RGB was a fun idea. Did you have any issues getting the lens to work initially, as it's not recognized as a lens by the camera?
Thanks! Yes the RGB was fun to use with this lens. I didn't have too much trouble using the lens because I had already changed the setting in my camera to work with it. I actually talked about it in this vid ruclips.net/user/shortsHj2RPCa0FkQ?si=RFaByShfXD-T1GZo
Brilliant new lens and a refreshment tbh. Luckily they are cheap in price, so it's not that bad. I agree that you could easily get the effects by using editing software or Apps like Lens Distortion, it is cool to get this effect immediately. Thanks for making this video. I will probably pass on these lenses for now :)
Thanks for the tip of external light! I got the 28mm and 16mm. I am selling the 16mm, I'll keep the 28mm. But it is mostly useless, unless using it to create some weird retro looking videos, where you can simulate potent light leaks. Maybe 50mm offer a slightly major quality....
@@GolfCoachB Sorry, just to clarify... the clips of me outside are the Pocket 3. The clip of me in my office is from the Sony A74 and I'm using a black pro mist filter on the lens.
Cool idea but the softness is way too strong as you get away from the center. Would have been a better effect if the transition to the edges was more gradual.
I truly appreciate you making this video. I was about to order this lens and now I'd rather stick with my cheap Tamron 24mm and just make my own edits in LR. I was hoping it would satisfy the need for a pancake lens which Sony doesn't have at the moment. Maybe time to switch back to Fuji 🤷🏽♂
@@Caballeroshot Yeah, I think that's a good call. However, if you're looking for a Sony pancake lens, I've been using the Sony 16mm f2.8 on my A7Cii. It's an APSC lens, but if you use it in crop mode it'll get you to that 24mm focal length. It's also an older lens, but I've been digging the quality I've been getting from it.
@@BrayGrayy thanks for the recommendation. I was looking for something small in size like the Polar Pro lens since I already have a 24mm prime that is tiny compared to my 24-105 anyway.
Yeah a littke gimmicky. For a constant aperture, i rarher just use their filter for the look snd add the leaks manually. I rather capture the moment snd add after thab maybe miss the miment
I really don't get, hipsters and gen Zers intentionally making their shots, look like trash. I love Fujifilm cameras, especially the ones with vintage controls but, making an expensive camera, look like those trash disposable cameras, I grew up hating as a kid, nope. If you want character, and magic, pick up the original Fujinon f1.4 35mm lens.
They are full frame lenses, if you mount these lenses on an APS-C sensor camera you need to account for crop factor. The site (as of 9/15) even states 28mm full frame equivalent. As an owner of a APS-C you always need to account for crop factor when shopping for lenses.
@@Its_GN yes they are full frame lenses but saying something is a full frame equivalent means you’ve already accounted for the crop factor. Case in point if you search the Fujifilm 27mm lens on a site like BH photo they will tell you it’s a 27mm lens with a 41mm full frame field of view. You could never say it’s a 28mm lens and then it’s also 28mm ff equivalent on a crop sensor camera lol
I find it funny how everybody criticized the lens which is obviously not made by him so he can't do anything about it however nobody stopped to say how fire this video was. Keep going❤
Haha, thank you 🙏🏿 More is on the way!
Excellent work, man. Thank you for experimenting with it for us.
My pleasure! I actually enjoyed experimenting with this lens and I'm happy to share my findings
Love the reviews thanks. Great idea bringing the portable light along.
Thank you, good to see someone try this and see the effects firsthand!! I was curious to see how that lens would look.
We appreciate you for trying this out for us! Some of the shots turned out really good!
Thanks! This was a fun experiment and I think I'll definitely get better with this lens as I keep learning it.
Those were some great shots and a solid video!
@@esteban7857 Thank you🙏🏿
Yo Bray!! I am soooo glad you did this review 💯💯 might have just saved me money not sure yet, looking at the wider lens. Video was 🔥🔥
Haha, I'm glad this helped. The lens is just ok, but you could definitely skip this one and keep those dollars lol
Agreed.
@@BrayGrayy😂
I don’t think people understand the concept of this lens is why it can be fun. I also wouldn’t declare it being a generational thing in attempts to make things look old.
As a photographer… things can get boring at times. Especially between back to back gigs which leaves you not wanting to touch your camera for a minute haha.
Lenses like this and or vintage lenses you find at pawnshops tends to make photography fun again. Anything to renew the fun in photography is always good in my book.
To me.. this lens is good for hanging with friends and getting some unique shots during an occasion you wouldn’t typically bring your camera. Where it would likely shine is when printing small prints for a scrapbook or throwing a story together for the socials.
The lens is cheap, it’s not hurting anyone and I wouldn’t consider the look bad. It has its own vibe. Making digital look like old school film isn’t a crime. Don’t let the photo police push you away from a product that may be just what you need to pick up your camera again. Haters will hate… I say, snag one and enjoy it.
As far as the main video. I love the colors you’re getting out of your camera for video. Also are you using a promise type filter for your video? Something subtle is going on and I’m loving the look!
Yep, I agree... it's a fun little specialty lens. For the video, yes I did use a pro-mist filter at 1/8 strength.
Hey dude! Great video! Here’s some nerdy crap for you-
The super colorful light leaks you’re using as a reference are mostly a result of light leaking into film cameras and the big color shifts are because of the reaction of light bouncing off of the film itself and therefore reflecting the color cast of the orange based film back onto itself either from the front of the lens (orange) or from behind the camera body (blue). Also, I’m not certain on this, but I’m pretty sure you might get some better results from a harder light source like a phone light instead of the very diffused light from the rgb light you were using. All in all a cool concept for a lens but I think I’d rather just do some free-lensing/lens-whacking
Ah, thanks for the info! Yeah, I later played around with harder lighting (with higher brightness too) and got better results.
Nice use cases and potential hick ups. Thanks for an honest review, we are missing these objective experiences.
Love the shots man!
Thank you🙏🏿 I'm glad you like them!
The key to growth is trying something new and getting out of your comfort zone.
Bro great video and insight! I am looking at these lenses to play with on my xt4. Subscribed 🤙
Thank you! I'm glad I could provide some helpful insights 🙌🏿
So I bought all three of their lenses on a xt50 and xt5. I tested them last week. They are all f14 manual but not manual. The center is ehh the rest is not sharp. The problem with the lens is the way it's designed is a sharp edge where the glass is so it makes a line across half your image. I've returned all of them and am in discussing with the owners to help them make it better.
Best video I've seen talking about this lens. Testing out the RGB was a fun idea. Did you have any issues getting the lens to work initially, as it's not recognized as a lens by the camera?
Thanks! Yes the RGB was fun to use with this lens. I didn't have too much trouble using the lens because I had already changed the setting in my camera to work with it. I actually talked about it in this vid ruclips.net/user/shortsHj2RPCa0FkQ?si=RFaByShfXD-T1GZo
Brilliant new lens and a refreshment tbh. Luckily they are cheap in price, so it's not that bad. I agree that you could easily get the effects by using editing software or Apps like Lens Distortion, it is cool to get this effect immediately. Thanks for making this video. I will probably pass on these lenses for now :)
Very interesting. Seems like a lens that might not be what people hoped for. The colour LED light leaks were my favourite.
Thanks! Those were my favorite, too
Thanks for the tip of external light!
I got the 28mm and 16mm. I am selling the 16mm, I'll keep the 28mm.
But it is mostly useless, unless using it to create some weird retro looking videos, where you can simulate potent light leaks.
Maybe 50mm offer a slightly major quality....
great insight I was thinking about this lens! also what camera are you using for the talking head parts and POV shots?
Thanks! I'm using the DJI pocket 3
@@BrayGrayy wow! looks great! in your office is that haze in post?
@@GolfCoachB Sorry, just to clarify... the clips of me outside are the Pocket 3. The clip of me in my office is from the Sony A74 and I'm using a black pro mist filter on the lens.
@@BrayGrayy okay thats what I meant, thank you for the update, looks great!
What is the brand of that portable light?
I have gotten harder light leaks on hikes with very bright sunlight.
@@earthdog7900 Yeah, I definitely could've tried a stronger light. The one I was using was the Falcon Eyes F7 pocket light
thanks for this review!
@braygray where do did you get your hat from?
@@zavierjc Amazon lol
@ lol thanks 😂 on another note wrapping up the video on this lens loving the honest feedback, and very helpful!
@BrayGrayy what you recommend for an everyday lens for the Fuji x-M5?
@zavierjc Either the Fuji 27mm or the Sigma 10-18
I used to live there. brings back memories.
It's a beautiful place 🤩
What ND do you have on your gimbal?
I use the Neewer ND64 on my DJI pocket 3
great overview on this. I would not buy one unless it was ~20$ looks like just another IG gimmick lens.
Cool idea but the softness is way too strong as you get away from the center. Would have been a better effect if the transition to the edges was more gradual.
I truly appreciate you making this video. I was about to order this lens and now I'd rather stick with my cheap Tamron 24mm and just make my own edits in LR. I was hoping it would satisfy the need for a pancake lens which Sony doesn't have at the moment. Maybe time to switch back to Fuji 🤷🏽♂
@@Caballeroshot Yeah, I think that's a good call. However, if you're looking for a Sony pancake lens, I've been using the Sony 16mm f2.8 on my A7Cii. It's an APSC lens, but if you use it in crop mode it'll get you to that 24mm focal length. It's also an older lens, but I've been digging the quality I've been getting from it.
@@BrayGrayyI have the 20mm version of the 16mm 2.8 and it’s got some improvements over the 16mm. Both are great pancake Lenses for Sony e-mount.
@@BrayGrayy thanks for the recommendation. I was looking for something small in size like the Polar Pro lens since I already have a 24mm prime that is tiny compared to my 24-105 anyway.
not for me, thanks for showing
Yeah I have buyers remorse with this one!
@@carljonesmedia Haha, same 😂
I wish they had weather sealed it.
100% i also would not recommend it esp if you have a few vintage lenses....i just bought it to give it a try but naaa, also a bit overpriced
Sounds like it could be fun, but only for so long.
Yeah a littke gimmicky. For a constant aperture, i rarher just use their filter for the look snd add the leaks manually. I rather capture the moment snd add after thab maybe miss the miment
Agreed, you could definitely miss the moment if you're too busy trying to get the light Leak effect with this lens.
I feel like it just ruins a perfectly fine photo…
Haha, this could also just be me as the photographer. I'm sure there are others that can get some amazing shots from this.
I really don't get, hipsters and gen Zers intentionally making their shots, look like trash. I love Fujifilm cameras, especially the ones with vintage controls but, making an expensive camera, look like those trash disposable cameras, I grew up hating as a kid, nope. If you want character, and magic, pick up the original Fujinon f1.4 35mm lens.
It's all just experimentation and trying new lenses (vintage lenses included). That's the fun of it all 🙌🏿
Shhhh let people enjoy things
No way I’d buy.
I had it and sent it back. They advertise it as a 28mm full frame equivalent lens, it’s not 28mm field of view, more like 42mm
They are full frame lenses, if you mount these lenses on an APS-C sensor camera you need to account for crop factor. The site (as of 9/15) even states 28mm full frame equivalent. As an owner of a APS-C you always need to account for crop factor when shopping for lenses.
@@Its_GN yes they are full frame lenses but saying something is a full frame equivalent means you’ve already accounted for the crop factor. Case in point if you search the Fujifilm 27mm lens on a site like BH photo they will tell you it’s a 27mm lens with a 41mm full frame field of view.
You could never say it’s a 28mm lens and then it’s also 28mm ff equivalent on a crop sensor camera lol
oh dear, I would never waste money on such gimmick..