thank you for the video. If you are shooting full frame, and price is not an issue, what would you recommend as a first Z series lens? Also, not trying to be a jerk (but I'm easily triggered) vignette is pronounced veen-yet. That's my French education coming out. Thanks again for the video - i am looking forward to watching others by you.
Ah! Thank you for the correction. I hear 'vignette' pronounced 2-3 different ways, it gets annoying. I will remember this in future videos! I appreciate the correction. As for your first z lens, it depends on your style of photography and your budget. The new Z lenses are pretty expensive, even from 3rd party manufacturers. I'm not sure what you're photographing 90% of the time so it's difficult to recommend a lense without some knowledge of what you are photographing. BUT, I think the best lens I have used, so far, this year is the Tarmon 35-150 F/2-.8 lens. It's expensive but a very versatile lens. If you're on a budget, the 24-70 F4 is a seriously under rated Z lens. I love bringing mine on weekend trips or vacations. It's a very nice and affordable lens, especially if you''re looking for it in the used market.
@ thanks for taking time to answer my question. I am going to gather a bit more info before making a purchase, but I value the opinions of experienced photographers like yourself.
If you can get a defective FTZ adapter or other Z lens you can use the metal plate of it to replace the plastic one. It's not difficult. The greatest problem is to get one 😊
I'm assuming you have the 1.8S for the Z? If so, I don't think it's worth picking up the 40 F2 unless you REALLY like the 40mm focal length. The 40mm focal length isn't close to the 50 but it's a sweet spot between a 35mm and 50mm focal length.
Thank you! I don't remember if there is a 40mm F/2 DX lens for F-mount cameras. I know there is a 40mm F/2.8 Micro lens. If that (40mm F/2.8 AFS DX Micro) lens is what you're talking about, it's a solid lens, especially for what they selling for now...it is a spectacular lens that most DX photographers are sleeping on, especially for the price and especially if they're looking for a neat Micro/Macro lens.
@@BoostLeekdMedia Yes, that's the lens. I don't own it and was thinking of buying it. I didn't know that it was a macro. I saw it and then researched it and saw your video, as always, you're there each time I'm researching something.... Great video brother
Low element count primes will always have superior micro-contrast and life like rendering. The more glass elements in the lens the more the light is processed, rendering flat lifeless images. Compare simple primes vs zooms.
I mean, if people want lenses not to be too heavy, plastic is the best option, plus this is not any plastic, it is high quality plastic. The photos were beautiful.
Funny, so many reviews end with "for the price..." This lens is a fun focal length and great litle lens regardless of the price. Afterall, what's the use case for a lens like this? It's not macro photography. It's not landscapes. It's not sports. It's for quick, spontaneous photography in challenging light and made for easy handling and a no-fuss composition with great bokeh. In short, it's a great little street photography and short portrait lens....regardless of the price. I have it, and I love it exactly for what it is. And oh, it was inexpensive LOL.
I bought it and returned it, I much prefer the older AFS 50mm f/1.8, It's much better in IQ, but I see the appeal of the 40 for size/weight and video performance. The humble 50mm AFS is so cheap used, and it's a really impressive lens - even wide open if you nail focus. At 2.8 it's really sharp.
Oh yeah, the used 50 1.8G AFS lenses are so cheap now. I would definitely rock that lens over the 40 F/2 if money was a huge factor. Thanks for sharing!
Haha! I will agree with you on that one. I swear, when it was released, it was right under $300USD as well. Now with Nikon raising the prices, there are some lenses that are better from 3rd party lens manufacturers.
Overrated. Depends what you are used to though. I had the 35 50 85 1.8 s before getting it. Wasn’t impressed. Sold it. For small I have the 26, better than the 40, weather sealed, metal mount.
I looked at photos with this lens on Flicker and they were fantastic. Sharp and great rendering.
Good to know! It's definitely a very nice lens, especially on the Z bodies.
thank you for the video. If you are shooting full frame, and price is not an issue, what would you recommend as a first Z series lens?
Also, not trying to be a jerk (but I'm easily triggered) vignette is pronounced veen-yet. That's my French education coming out. Thanks again for the video - i am looking forward to watching others by you.
Ah! Thank you for the correction. I hear 'vignette' pronounced 2-3 different ways, it gets annoying. I will remember this in future videos! I appreciate the correction.
As for your first z lens, it depends on your style of photography and your budget. The new Z lenses are pretty expensive, even from 3rd party manufacturers. I'm not sure what you're photographing 90% of the time so it's difficult to recommend a lense without some knowledge of what you are photographing. BUT, I think the best lens I have used, so far, this year is the Tarmon 35-150 F/2-.8 lens. It's expensive but a very versatile lens. If you're on a budget, the 24-70 F4 is a seriously under rated Z lens. I love bringing mine on weekend trips or vacations. It's a very nice and affordable lens, especially if you''re looking for it in the used market.
@ thanks for taking time to answer my question. I am going to gather a bit more info before making a purchase, but I value the opinions of experienced photographers like yourself.
If you can get a defective FTZ adapter or other Z lens you can use the metal plate of it to replace the plastic one. It's not difficult. The greatest problem is to get one 😊
Solid tip!!
I have, and I love it
good review but didn't you notice that weird reflector reflection in your glasses?
Thanks! I didn't notice it through my view but as I was editing this video, I did notice it.
The dynamic duo!
If I already have the 50mm f1.8 (which I love) do you think the 40 is still worth picking up?
I'm assuming you have the 1.8S for the Z? If so, I don't think it's worth picking up the 40 F2 unless you REALLY like the 40mm focal length. The 40mm focal length isn't close to the 50 but it's a sweet spot between a 35mm and 50mm focal length.
@@BoostLeekdMedia You might prefer the 40 over the 50mm as a lightweight walkaround lens. I have it for the Z30 crop sensor camera.
I have this lens with my Z5 and shoot it with a Moment Cinebloom 10% filter. Definitely a fun lens.
Nice! I really need to get me one of those filters. Thanks for sharing!
Do you still use z5 with this lens ?
@@fangli yeah, as of lately I've been using it a lot.
really good Microcontrast, absolutely a bargain, cannot find it in lots of more expensive Sony/Fuji lens
Another great review brother, how would you compare this to the DX F mount lens?
Thank you! I don't remember if there is a 40mm F/2 DX lens for F-mount cameras. I know there is a 40mm F/2.8 Micro lens. If that (40mm F/2.8 AFS DX Micro) lens is what you're talking about, it's a solid lens, especially for what they selling for now...it is a spectacular lens that most DX photographers are sleeping on, especially for the price and especially if they're looking for a neat Micro/Macro lens.
@@BoostLeekdMedia Yes, that's the lens. I don't own it and was thinking of buying it. I didn't know that it was a macro. I saw it and then researched it and saw your video, as always, you're there each time I'm researching something.... Great video brother
Lens is plenty sharp with good micro contrast
Can I use 40mm lens with zfc camera
Yes you can. I use the 40mm F/2 on my Z50. I love how well balanced it feels on my Z50.
Low element count primes will always have superior micro-contrast and life like rendering. The more glass elements in the lens the more the light is processed, rendering flat lifeless images. Compare simple primes vs zooms.
Oh! Primes vs Zooms. Definitely doing that one. And, now that you said that, I can totally see what you mean. Thank you for sharing!
Came with my ZF love it 💯
Nice! It is one lens that I think is seriously under rated. Especially for the price.
I mean, if people want lenses not to be too heavy, plastic is the best option, plus this is not any plastic, it is high quality plastic. The photos were beautiful.
Thank you! And I totally agree. Plus, plastic doesn't rust ;)
Funny, so many reviews end with "for the price..." This lens is a fun focal length and great litle lens regardless of the price. Afterall, what's the use case for a lens like this? It's not macro photography. It's not landscapes. It's not sports. It's for quick, spontaneous photography in challenging light and made for easy handling and a no-fuss composition with great bokeh. In short, it's a great little street photography and short portrait lens....regardless of the price. I have it, and I love it exactly for what it is. And oh, it was inexpensive LOL.
Have one on my Z f and I think it's excellent - a bargain for the EUR179 I paid 2nd hand.
Nice! Great price you paid for the 40 F/2! Thanks for sharing!
I love this lens
I bought it and returned it, I much prefer the older AFS 50mm f/1.8, It's much better in IQ, but I see the appeal of the 40 for size/weight and video performance. The humble 50mm AFS is so cheap used, and it's a really impressive lens - even wide open if you nail focus. At 2.8 it's really sharp.
Oh yeah, the used 50 1.8G AFS lenses are so cheap now. I would definitely rock that lens over the 40 F/2 if money was a huge factor. Thanks for sharing!
i hope Canon make also RF 40mm 1.8 IS Micro 😊
The lens is underrated when I bought it around HKD 1400~1800, the lens is overrated if I bought it over HKD 2500.
Haha! I will agree with you on that one. I swear, when it was released, it was right under $300USD as well. Now with Nikon raising the prices, there are some lenses that are better from 3rd party lens manufacturers.
Overrated. Depends what you are used to though. I had the 35 50 85 1.8 s before getting it. Wasn’t impressed. Sold it. For small I have the 26, better than the 40, weather sealed, metal mount.
Oh! Good to know. I'm really considering the 26. Might sell my 28 for one!
The 26 is def the nicest of those. True pancake.
Great everyday lens - small, light, cheap and it renders image with its own character. Pleasure to use :D
Totally agree. Thanks for sharing :)