This lens will make you abandon your favorite lens | Fuji 33mm f1.4 Review
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Fuji 33mm f1.4 review. After over a year of use, I can confidently say, that the Fujifilm XF 33mm f1.4 is the best Fujifilm lens. Period. If you don't already own it, the XF 33mm f1.4 will make you abandon your favorite lens and run off with it to make amazing photographs.
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It's crazy how much influence he has taken lately on so many people on TH-cam. I still recognized immediately that it's you. Seen your black cutting mat so often lately in your shorts 😃✌️
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@@ariannadominguez8162 i appreciate that. i worked hard on it and compiled over a years worth of photos and videos.
Shout out to that GXAce inspired Thumbnail
Literally thought it was his video until I pressed play
@@matthewzagorski1597 100%. I took my own twist and used Babayin, which is a Filipino script
“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery”, and there’s nothing wrong with it. It’s awesome that Reggie put his own twist on it.
@@Reggiebphoto that’s cool dude! Great video as always!
You’re doing amazing Reggie. That was a great review. These people comparing thumbnails must have very little going on in their lives. Watch the video and you’ll see Reggie is original and great
I really love the pictures of your family, they inspire joy. Thanks for your content !
So well said. I love how you pointed out that you didn’t want the background completely blown out because you are documenting your family. I love the shots.
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Love the focus on your feeling vs spec list jargon nonsense. I am really digging your light/during the day set up as well - you look magical!
Appreciate that my friend! Been wanting to try something new with the lighting/backdrop.
Love the way you explain your experience with the lens. Very descriptive and easy to “imagine” thanks buddy! 👍
thank you. i'm trying to integrate more storytelling to convey my points instead of just saying it. and when i can just say it, i'd rather show imagery.
28mm & 50mm f/2 are probably one of the most classic SLR combos from the film era. I think this is why many of us gravitate to the 18mm & 33mm f/1.4. I plan on getting both...
The best lens is the lens that you use the most and give the most pleasure!!! So there is not one best lens it is just a matter of choice and technical all lenses are good enough!! Please no more BS !!
Love your content Reggie! Keep up the great work! This is my next lens!
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Great video not just for the review but how you show its uses. Thanks for this and shot out to you and your Family. Peace.
I really appreciate this video because we see the lens by what you experienced with it. Lovely family. Good luck with their teenage years.
I just took this 33mm f1.4 out for a first test run today. It's excellent. The fast continuous autofocus is working great (combined with my X-T5 camera with its all-important firmware update). Seems exceptionally sharp too.
I bought it to provide a good low light alternative to my beloved 16-55 f2.8, but I'm also loving the little things like how the 33mm doesn't stick out as much - so doesn't feel like it's going to get bashed when I'm moving through crowds.
I was afraid that 33mm on a crop sensor would be too tight for street photography, but it definitely isn't for mine. I still found myself having to walk in quite close. I like having 16mm capability for some 'fancy' close-in shots, but otherwise this 33mm gives me almost everything.
Just ordered it, I went for this over the 56mm as I like to have some background to tell a story, not just a person in a pretty setting that's blurred out. The 33mm just checked all the boxes for my portait lens
Recently decided to jump back into Fuji, I mainly shoot Sony. But for now I’ll enjoy the 50mm manual focus I got for myself and then maybe next paycheck get the 33mm. I love what I’m seeing here. I come from a XT2 back ground so I can’t wait to see what’s new.
Brilliant video! Thank you for sharing♥️
This is the lens that made me sell my 56/1.2 and is basically glued to my X-T3 since I bought it about a year ago. I was definitely not a 50mm fan before I got this lens, but boy was I wrong!
Side note: do you want to share why you decided to no longer be officially affiliated with Fujifilm?
I had a big smile on my face watching this video. Thank you for sharing your beautiful family with us!
For me, I documented the first two years of my son's life using an x100v. It let me stay near him for safety, and it could focus nice and close. But autofocus was...a challenge :)
Now he's three, and I've switched to an X-T5. What a revelation for autofocus, particularly AF-C eye tracking! I've been using it with the old 56 f1/2, which produces stunning images, but just like you said, gets me farther away than I'd like. Also using the 35 f/2...but it's missing something.
Finally ordered a 33, and I can't wait to see what I can capture with it!
How did the 33mm fare for you? I’m curious to hear from someone who didn’t have it yet while watching this video the first time!
Agree with you. I don’t aware the 33mm perspective so nice before. It works well with X-Pro3 but X-H2 is even better. The 40M sensor & X-Trans 5 processor are great.
Hi Reggie! I am also a HUGE fan of the Fuji 33mm f1.4 lens. ( I kept my Fuji 35mm f2 lens for casual “everyday” shooting.) I also like the 18mm f1.4, but have refrained from buying it as the 16mm f1.4 fits my needs & I LOVE the close focus ability of the 16mm. I enjoy your channel & the valuable information that you provide for your viewing audience. Best wishes!😊🙏
Thanks for the kind words
I’m currently using the 35mm f2 lens on the XT5, did you notice a quality jump with the 33mm?
So after nine months do you still have the f2?
Which do you use the most and why?
Have xt1 and on a budget but hired the 33 and it was really good but can't seem to hire the f2 to compare?
Thanks
Love it bro! I’d love to try this lens one day! I always hear great things about it!
You should! You won’t regret it.
Hey Reggie it’s me again, I think I’m giving up on getting my hands on the x100v but idk if you mentioned what body you used the lens on cuz that’s def gonna be what I’m getting. This video encapsulated the entire reason why I stopped lugging around a7riv, m50 and d5300 so I been around the block. My main subjects would by my child and potential clients for editorial photography. So ergonomics and light travel is a must. XT30 or xt5?
Have both and my set up never get more complete. Roll on trips and weddings this season!🎉
amazing. such a dynamic duo
Just picked up the 33mm too and it’s awesome. I also have the 18mm f1.4 and these are my 2 go to lenses for everything.
Same!
This video had such a documentary feel! Great work!
Oh wow, that's a great compliment :)
Reggie...Do you recommend this lens for the X-T3? Also...did you compare with the Viltrox f/1.4 line up?
I fell in love with my 33mm. Best purchase so far. Also your kids are sooooo adorable!!!
Thanks, I agree. But I'm biased.
You are soooo talented. You make your art speak which is way more valuable than the techno-babble from most of the reviewers. If I would get married again (and I won’t) you would be the man to hire, no matter the cost
Hope to get this lens some day. Right now, it's not in my budget!! Love your examples here. Have a great day!
Thanks for tuning in Charlie
Bro, thank you for mic’ing properly. As a musician/sound engineer who’s looking to get into photography and cinematography, it really irks me the way most content creators handle microphones, especially on TikTok; people really hold lavaliers like they’re broadcast mics, all the while their audio is clipping and distorting. I appreciate the review, as well; you’re extremely talented at what you do, seeing the way you capture your kid’s lives is really inspiring, you seem like a great dad 😊
Not my favorite focal length, but you made me think. Lovely photos and such a treat to see beautiful color instead of the currently fashionable faded prints from a shoebox look.
Reggie beautiful family man and great job capturing these moments
This is reminding me of how much I used to shoot my 35mm f/1.4 and now I'm REALLY tempted to get the 33. I love the shots you've made with it! 🫶🏻
Thanks!
Hi, Reggie! I've just got this lens, I'm a fan of this focal and sometimes I was needing more light speed than what the 35 F2 was giving me so I've just taken advantage of hot sale promotion in my country. May I ask what lens hood are you using?
It’s the hood for the 23mm f1.4 v2
Reggie, I am with you on this one! I too love the 18mm f1.4, but I LOVE LOVE LOVE the 33mm! I had both of these on a body each for my last wedding. When importing my images, I imported the 18mm first, and I was making comments (talking to myself) like "Wow, this lens and focal length is so good! These Images are so great"... Then, after importing the 33mm straight after, I was like "Ah ok... This 33mm is actually way nicer". There is just something special about it! Good news is, they are the perfect combination to have on a body each for a wedding or event, so I am pretty stoked about that! Thanks for the video. I really appreciate your work.
yup, a perfect pair.
Have literally just finished ordering the 33mm and the Viltrox 13mm. So happy to see your video, whole idea behind the 33 was to record my two boys, can’t believe you posted this a few minutes after!
Yes, it's amazing for that use case. Even on the older gen cameras.
@@Reggiebphoto It’ll be on my X-T5 - I’m hoping it plays nice with the new sensor :)
@@RudolfoFonsecathe new sensor plays nice with all lenses. The non optimized lenses just don’t do well with heavy cropping, but they still work 100% fine
Finish the trifecta with the Sigma 56 1.4 and you have all the sub-telephoto lenses you may ever need. The Sigma is outstanding value and bitingly sharp wide open.
@@awake780 oh yes it's great! I sold this for Sony e-mount when switching to fullframe and was so happy i could get I now again for Fuji 😬
Nice video! I own both the 18 1.4 and the 33 1.4. Thus I own last years best Fuji lens and this years best Fuji lens! Lol! I now also own the Viltrox 75 1.2. Love all three. That’s my entire kit paired with an XT5. Could not be happier! Thank you for the content!
Psst.. the 13mm viltrox is also a great addition to the kit your already have :)
Just when I said I am not buying any more lenses!…
Are you shooting Raw and using some of your presets?
Is that the original lens hood that comes with the 33?
Hello sir. Where did you buy the lens hood?😊
Have had my eyes on this thing as an alternative to the 35mm F2 and you're not helping my GAS any😂 they're dang near impossible to scoop right now. Great content! Much love from East Tennessee🙏🏼
haha, sorry. i warned you in the title :)
Got it! I love the 33 1.4, and the 18 1.4 compliments it big time! 🖖
What do you love more between the two?
for me this THE BEST "50mm" there is. It gives me the same quality iam used to on Fullframe. Its super fast on the XT4 and works brilliantly on the XE4. (i dont mind it beeing "unbalanced" with the small XE body as some might find - i shoot with both hands anyway)
totally. it's not super unbalacned if you hold with two hands.
The good thing about me loving the 35 1.4 R is that I have no need to abandon what is already my favorite lens 😉
Don’t rent the 33 1.4 then
@@Reggiebphoto I have with an xh2s over the Holliday to record some fam moments on vacation. I’m just a weirdo and like my small, light lenses. That setup for video though is beyond amazing for the price. If I was a TH-camr the xh2s & 33 1.4 would totally be my everywhere photo/video setup.
Awesome video! Love your pictures :)) I totally agree with you on this lens - it is amazing ❤ Since this focal length has always been a fav of mine , I knew that I wanted to get one when coming over from Nikon to Fujifilm in 2020. Tried first the 35mm 1.4 - amazing IQ, but slooow and noisy. Then I got the 35mm F2.0 - a great little lens , quick and very handy. But I still longed for something a little brighter, and with a little more "character" (Have always had a 50mm 1.4 on Nikon). So when they released this one - I just knew that I had to get it. And I was really lucky to get one used in mint condition for a very low price. Its just awesome - and I also think everyone should own this lens :)
I agree with you. What camera do you use it with?
@@Reggiebphoto Fujifilm XH2s :)
@@bilbo81 best af prime combo!
Great review and photo philosophy !!!. Now I'm torn between this and the 23mm f/1.4 for street photography. Loved the pics of the child with the giant camera!
It just comes down to focal length preferences.
They're both so great value lenses. Try the one you might get cheaper first and plan to get the second if you've saved again enough money while perfecting your style with the first lens you have got. 😁
it's my main lens for wedding/baptism event photography. like 80% of shots. using it with sigma 56 and viltrox 13. looking into buying 75 1.2 viltrox next.
How do you like that Sigma 56?
100% agree and i'm an owner of an Xpro-2 with the beloved 35mm 1.4. The new 33mm 1.4 is lighter, faster and a joy to use. It transformed my Xpro-2 into a different beast, with always on frameline and fast, much faster focus tracking. Did I mention its lighter. I actually want it and the 35mm F2 - keep it fifty baby. X3 50mm
Agreed. This lens is the default on my X-T5. I’ve always liked the 50mm equiv POV for capturing my family, as it removes clutter (both literal and figurative) from the frame. This one delivers the highest quality in that regard. I barely use my 35f2 anymore, which was my previous favorite.
Thanks for the insight Chris! I'm glad my video title holds based on your experience.
Fantastic review. Does the metal lens hood fit a standard sized filter underneath?
Yup.
Great content. Having the 35mm f1.4, I will pass on this lens. Maybe the 33mm is slightly better, but the 35mm is super light and for my use that s a big advantage.
i hear you on that. for size and weight it can't be beat.
Gosh, I want this lens so much now!!!
Nice video, thanks! I agree, I love the lens, too....or I did when I shot Fuji and owned it..:) It was the lens I kept the longest and didn´t want to give up although I was not shooting Fuji anymore. For what I mostly do I figured full frame is just better and the Canon RF 50mm f1,2...oh yes...but honestly, I´d have no problem going back to Fuji and their new primes (18mm f1,4 33mm f1,4 and the new 56mm f1,2 wr) It´s such a nice system and very affordable compared to FF!
100%. For full frame canon cannot be beat!
Hey! What camera / lens set up are you using for making this video?
For which shot(s)?
I love this lens, I just wish it was a bit smaller, i sold off my Sony stuff and came to Fuji for the form factor, same as you to carry around during family trips, I gravitate more towards the 18mm f2
Rock with what is most comfortable for you! 🤘🏽
Same feeling had Sony a7iv with 35 gm. Fujis small form factor is awesome.
Hi reggie are you using morr the xh2s or xt5 for photo? Do you notice a big difference in AF after the latest firmwears?
for photo i mainly use the x-t5 more because of the shooting experience and ergonomics.
@@Reggiebphoto do you feel like the xt5 can now keep up with moving kids?
Hi Reggies, I've been following your channel recently and I'm in amazement at the content, advice and explanations you give to everyone. I will be in London next week and I was wondering if you have time to give me some tips on how to set up my xt5 lens 18mm f1.4 to take night shots of the city. Bye and good light.
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My night city shot tips
Reggie, do you use the 10% cinebloom when you shoot weddings?
I don’t shoot weddings anymore
I know you touch on this exact subject but I am a father with an 8mo old and I got a Fuji XS10 to document my son's growing life :), would this be a perfect lens for me to buy?! (from the video I assume yes.. but just want to ask XD) - otherwise any other lens to recommend or should I stick to the default 18-55?
stick your zoom at 33mm for a day and see if you like that field of view.
Your video and blog sold me on this lens. Technically this doesn't mean I'll have 2 primes with same focal length, as 33 clearly isn't 35.
Thanks for comparing 56 and 33 with father and child distance perspective. its hard for me to understand why the kit Lence ius not good enough for this. Is it size and quality benefit with this prime? Please can anyone help, me with this?
Never said it wasn’t good enough. I just prefer prime lenses
This is still on my wish list. But I also hope Fuji is going to give us a 135mm f1.8 or f2 🙏 I would buy that first over the 33mm 😅
Lovely Review, The sample shots are Gorgeous
Glad you like them! I’m a big fan of your work on IG!
@@Reggiebphoto Thank you 🙌 I am in you Beautiful Country The Philippines 🇵🇭 Right now 😊
Amazing!
Well, I just have de 18 mmf2 and the 35 mmf2 for the price of one of the new 1.4 lenses. So I can have best of both of your favorite focal lenses for half the price. They’re small and more unconspicuous. So, I have fun shooting with them.
The af is the main selling point of the 18 1.4 and 33 1.4. So not quite. But those lens are good for the money 🙌🏽
Having just bought the XT5 … I came here looking at this to compliment it, I’m pretty close but … I’m primarily street … so honest thoughts please? 😊
hi from Greece (Rodos Island) my friend.. thank u for your help... i want to buy my first fuji camera for weddings baptisms portraits .. most photography.. i am thinking about xt5 and 16-55 2.8 for first camera and lens.. what do you say? or everyone who wants to answer.. thank you very much..
the difference between 33mm and 35mm in terms of viewfield has to be minimal, right?
I went with the 35mm f2 for the smaller size but almost got this lens. May revist that purchase in the future. Also the Spy x Family and AoT clothing, people of culture I see lol
haha, yes. My wife has got me back into anime :)
Hi Reggie, new follower here and new to the Fuji system. Just wondering if you have tried the Zeiss Touit 32mm F1.8 and if yes how does it compare to the Fuji 33mm f1.4? I believe some who love the Zeiss Touit also uses it because of the very unique character of the Zeiss lens.
Nope I haven’t
Reggie you superdad - your comments about shooting children being the hardest test of AF is so spot-on I nearly spit out my coffee with joy. Want a real AF test? Shoot a kid swinging. Its so simple, so common, and yet so hard. IMO the 23mm is better in this respect as it focuses a little closer and, being a little wider, puts you in safe "parenting" distance to the child whether looking for close-ups or "scenes". Not to mention, the little kids do not tend to stray far enough away from me for me to use anything longer. As they grow up the focal length will increase. : )
The other point to make is that shooting little kids like you're being paid for it WILL make you better photographer - arguably it is harder than shooting pro sports or wildlife because they are even more unpredictable. I definitely figured out how to get the most of the XT3 AF system this way and, no joke, I've gone full pre-shot ES 20fps CH bursting to get the (or rather "a") shot. It is a pain culling hundreds of photos for a few moments, but sometimes that is what it takes . . . BTW even with the 56mm WR "slow" lens, I've caught some amazing stuff doing short high speed bursts.
100% - my preferred focal length tends to be the 18 for that safe parenting distance.
Love the intro sequence ;)
Yes!! Fits in nicely. Thanks for working your retro magic 🪄
Always brother! 🙌 Thank you for the opportunity
I got the 33 shortly after release and yeah, it's amazing.
It really is. What type of photo/video do you shoot?
@@Reggiebphoto I shoot tons of stuff! Street, landscapes, product. Some review videos and hobby related stuff :)
I relly like my XF 18 but this one XF 33 1.4 is my most used lens for photography;)
haha, it's a toss up. but i think you have the same feelings as me.
I have the XT5 with 56mm and I m looking for a next lens. I have been thinking to get the 23mm. It will be for wedding and family shoots. After seeing your great video I'm hesitating. What do you advise?
23mm is great I just got the F2.
@@MiLLz830 is all what you need
Man, I bought this lens. Just sent it in for a trade in and they lowered the offer upon arrival so its being sent back to me. I wish my brain didn't over complicate everything. I got really attached to my 21mm along with wanting to shoot like Alex Webb so I am wanting to sell the 33mm and get a 23mm voigtlander and have no other lenses. I don't know what happened, but I get really awful anxiety having more than one focal length. It started about 2 months ago. I just wish I could use and enjoy this lens without feeling this sense of dread, doubt and fear of not having the wider focal length attached. The more I try to improve my skills, the more it feels like I am trying to solve an impossible math problem. I don't enjoy photography anymore. It has become a true sickness for me. If my skills matched my obsession, I would be OK with that.
i'm sorry to hear.
Extremely good video!
I wonder if this lens goes well also in a X-S20, wich i´m thinking about buying it. Goal: portrait photography/street and random videos.
Do you have an opinion about it?
Or anyone as an opinion about it?
Greatings from Portugal
It works
@@Reggiebphoto thank you🙌
sold my 35 f2 for this just a few days ago, and boy, i did not dissapoint ❤
100%. Never have missed my 35mm f/1.4 for one minute after i picked this one up.
@@Reggiebphoto I was thinking to get the 35 1.4 kasi it was cheaper but opted to buy the 33 1.4 after watching comparisons. 🤙
Okay I have to get this lens now, toddlers is the best AF test! Very applicable to me for my dog 😂
Yes, hehe.
Beautiful video.. thank you
thanks for the kind words :)
The 18mm is insanely good for so many reasons and occasions. So if you’re gonna put this lens over THAT one?? I’m gonna have to see about this for myself. Thanks for the push 🫡
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Do they have a lens like this for Sony users ?
What square hood do you have for your 33?
The fujifilm one
lol i picked up both the 18 and the 33 and thought i made the wrong choice until you revealed it was the 33! guess i just got two great lenses 😂
haha, you chose right!
My travel combo is the 18 F1.4 and the 33 F1.4 (especially when I visited relatives back in the Philippines). Thanks for highlighting the attributes of the 33 F1.4.
Agree on all points!
Glad you agree!
I've had both the 18mm 1.4 and the 33mm 1.4 and sold them both. Purchased the new 23mm 1.4 LM WR and found that I can get similar looking shots as both the 18mm and 33mm by just moving around a bit with my feet and/or cropping, and it negates the need to carry two lenses with me (no one likes swapping primes around constantly). I then purchased used copies of the 18mm f/2 and 35mm 1.4 for pretty low prices and found that I gravitate towards these lenses more are they are just so much more practical due to the significantly reduced size and weight. On an X-T5 body, the AF performance is pretty satisfactory for both lenses. These days, I only use the 23mm 1.4 LM WR when I care about critical sharpness and just want to carry around one lens (and let's face it, for most family documentary style photos, we as photographers are the only ones who really care about pixel-level sharpness, microcontrast, CA, etc. - no other family members will be able to tell the difference!). Even the 18mm f/2 can be pretty sharp stopped down in combination with a decent RAW processor (such as DXO PureRaw 3) if I *really* needed that additional detail. Ultimately, I find these new Fuji primes amazing in terms of IQ, but they really feel less practical for casual day-to-day use due to the increased size and weight, which takes away from the original Fujifilm ethos.
Reggie. Are you sure you want to give up your Fuji Ambassador position? I just love your Fuji info videos; very informative, very educational. Thanks for taking the time and putting in the effort to produce these videos. $800 on this Fuji 33mm f1.4 lens however, it's a bit steep for me. Here's a suggestion for a future video. How about trying out the Viltrox 33mm f1.4, then make a comparison. The reviews are extremely close on Amazon - Fuji 4.8 stars; Viltrox 4.7. However, the Viltrox is $279; that's 65% cheaper. Thanks.
I did a video on it before
@@Reggiebphoto My bad; I missed that video because it was done over 2 years ago. Btw I'm not an Insta guy, I use 500px to display my work, but I was super impressed with your Insta Profile. What a great approach - education. I would've never thought of doing something like that. Congrats!
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When I first switched to the Fuji system, I went straight to the latest 18 1.4, and 33 1.4 primes. After a year with Fuji, I ended up selling the new lenses and replaced them with the older 16 1.4, 35 1.4 and 60 2.4. I much prefer the rendering of the old Fuji lenses vs the new ones, but the thing that REALLY annoyed me about the new lenses is the rattling of the LM focusing group. The old Fuji lenses have no such rattling.
The rattling is when the magnets are not engaged. It’s by design
Great video thank you
Thank you for the kind words!
Love mine so much!
Thanks for the support John!
Now I'm totally confused! lol. You had me sold on 23 1.4 and now.....what am I to do? lol. Is the 33 that much better than the 23 1.4? Image quality wise..
I haven’t used the new 23 1.4 so I wouldn’t know
@@Reggiebphoto I'm sorry I was watching your wedding gear kit and you must have been talking about the older version. You really seemed to love that one! th-cam.com/video/UfJKTcE1zG0/w-d-xo.html
Yup and that video is old. I did another wedding video after to update it.
Very impressive pictures 👏
Glad you like them!
I just sold mine, it was too good for me lol. I slightly regret it, as it truly produced incredibly sharp, detailed and contrasty images with a ton of "pop" but I have a trip to Europe and as my least used lens it had to go... till we meet again 😀
I hear you. If it weren't for the autofocus need and solution for a portrait length for my kiddos, I probably wouldn't have given the lens a chance.
I think the Sigma 18-50 might be a good solution too for kids and documentary stuff too. Its like 100g lighter than the 33, Auto focus is very good (near native performance IME), is very quiet and its pretty sharp. Definitely not as nice as 33mm quality and and nowhere near the amount of bokeh (although its quite decent at 50mm) of course but the flexibility and light weight makes it really nice. Oh and also its pretty cheap especially used. You being a pro though, it might not be good enough :D
I believe this is definitely Fujifilms best ever lens in terms of quality versatility and speed of focus and my favourite lens ever
yup yup!
Pinoy pics are heart warmers. May they have a wonderful life.
I use the 33mm un boudoir photography... Is amazing
Amazing
5:04 love it!
I am in the same situation as you with small kids ❤
Never really wanted to subscribe to your channel for some reason…. UNTIL I SAW THE Merc F1 Hat. We gotta stick together. I’m subscribe homie!
interesting
@@Reggiebphoto nvm 🤣
I would like to try it, but it’s been sold out here in China. I’m still a 16mm 1.4 fanboy.
the 33 1.4 pairs magically with the 16mm
I bought the Vilrox 33 1.4.. Very sharp lens and is cheaper than Fuji's.
Yup, I’ve tried that lens and covered it on my channel. I couldn’t cope with the lack of close focus ability