Fujinon MKX Cinema Lenses explained, demonstrated
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.พ. 2025
- Hands on with Fuji's new Fujinon MKX cinema lenses.
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This video is now (2023) four years old, but it appears Fuji has not updated or expanded MKX lineup despite seemingly greater video capabilities associated with the X-H2S camera. Also wondering if equivalent cine lenses will be available soon for GF mount given 100S video capabilities (4K at up to 30p).
Who know what interesting things Fujifilm may release in the future? All good requests though.
Love your light hearted but very informative videos. I'm happy that Fuji has come out with these lenses. I'm currently saving up to switch to Fuji and keeping these very informative videos in my fav for when the time comes.
I appreciate the kind words, thanks for commenting.
When you swapped out the lens I was like WOW. What a difference the glass makes in how it renders the bokeh and the clarity is just in another ball park to the photo glass. SOLD
Yes, a lot of people are chasing sensors to improve quality - a lens is often the best solution.
This is a FANTASTIC and unbelievably informative video thank you so much!!!
What a pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for taking the time to comment.
Great video, Maarten, as usual! I've seen other reviews of these lenses, but yours was by far the most complete and understandable. Thanks, as always, and keep up the great work!
That's very kind of you to say, thanks for taking the time to comment.
Thank you for the video and instructions. I'm laying in bed with the flue and this made me feel so much better.
Always nice to know my videos are helpful, thanks for the kind words.
As I am getting deeply into nature and Wildlife filmmaking I am very excited these lenses. I have the 16-55 and could use the 50-135 for great footage. But there is now also th 18-120 with AF. Not on this level. But also very attractive.
Thanks for adding your observations.
awesome. As always. Thank you for this video. As always.
I am definitely going to save up for the 18~55.
Thanks for the kind words, sounds like a plan.
Can this be used for stills too? Any good if it can?
Sure, it's just cumbersome and awkward, but a lens is a lens.
You've learned a lot about what characteristics makes for a real cine lens in the past year.
Kind words are always appreciated, thanks for taking the time to comment.
Thanks for the Video! :)
Thanks for your kind words!!
If I have to choose between the 2 lens, which one is best for drama movies?
You will find the 18-55 to be more versatile.
Hi Maarten, Thank you for taking the time to make these review videos. So out of curiosity, do you own these lenses or just borrowed them for the review?
I appreciate your kind words, thank you. They were borrowed for this review for Fujifilm Canada.
Maarten Heilbron So the question is, would you buy them yourself for creating content or are photographic lenses sufficient for your requirements? Personally, I can’t decide whether to purchase the MKX18-55 for corporate work or to use x-mount photographic lenses. I know the advantages and disadvantages of both but not sure whether clients require the quality of cine lenses.
Clients may not be able to understand or appreciate the difference that a cine lens makes - it is entirely up to you to judge whether the trade-offs you are making with photo lenses is worth the cost/effort. For a one-person operation like me, with limited financial resources, for as much as I'd love to own one, it doesn't make sense.
looking forward to trying the 50-135mm
Please keep us posted.
Does it communicate the focal length to the camera, so that IBIS works on the X-H1?
Yes.
Excellent video.. Thank you so much
Thanks, I appreciate your kind words.
Nice overview. Thanks. Unfortunately too pricey for my wallet. Is that a monitor or recorder that you have on the Hotshoe? I have been thinking of getting something that faces me when blogging. Any suggestions?
Thanks I appreciate the kind words. It's the Atomos Shogun recorder/monitor. If you don't need a recorder, have a look at Feelworld, which has several models including the one I used in this video: th-cam.com/video/tAlLgpRBYz0/w-d-xo.html
Pretty excited with the new 16-80mm f4 that is coming with incredible stabilization... must be great on the X-H1 !!
I'm hoping to get a review unit soon.
@@MaartenHeilbron Would be great, Thanks Maarten :-)
always happy to help
@@MaartenHeilbron i want to buy the x-t3 with that lens 16-80mm but i dont know if it is a good decision as the kit with the XF 18-55mm is less expensive than buying lens separately.
@@AlainLafleche1 It's a good deal, but it's an inferior lens. And I'm not sure the 16-80 is available yet.
Another excellent show, Maarten. Thank you. A bit disappointing however, that you did not get into the nitty-gritty details of the lens’ performance the way you normally do so well.
I noticed the hdmi cable in the video and am wondering if you can tell us if that cable works well (or at all) in transporting 4K 60p video and if you could tell us the brand/vendor. I’m considering the Atomos high speed coiled hdmi cable but the $99US price tag is discouraging.
Thanks, I appreciate the kind words. Sorry that it was not to the level of detail you expected. I do not feel that there is any difference in quality between HDMI cables. Although the dollar store does not stock the HDMI to HDMI micro cables needed to connect this camera to the Atomos, that (and monoprice) are my regular source for cables. When I need something quickly, my local camera store (DV Shop in Toronto) also sells cables at a reasonable price.
I agree, I'm not a fan of the micro connector - it breaks too easily. Fujifilm includes an HDMI clamp in the X-H1's box, not here. I use the tethertools jerkstopper - bhpho.to/2Bpp9L7. And yes, I've had 4K 60 frame issues too. Somedays a cable will connect, other days it won't. I have several cables and just swap.
Is it an option to use this lens as a run and gun lens? For weddings it's not always possible to use my tripod for every situation. I have the X-T4
It's kind of large, heavy and awkward for that purpose, but that doesn't mean that if you're dedicated it can't be made to work.
@@MaartenHeilbron I can imagine:) Use the 16-55mm right now (and 16mm and 56mm), but want to make more quality products with the XT4. Not sure if this MKX is a huge improvement for weddings (you can't control every situation). And the affordable GFX is only 1080p. So try to figure out how I can get the best out of my XT4 ;)
@@momentsofframe Good luck - that's a nice lens, it's the one I use for nearly all video purposes. I use the smaller 23mm prime when shooting with a gimbal.
I have a Xh1 with the grip. I wanted a camcorder for video, zooming etc. So it's either easy use of the Camara. Or fantastic lens quality and a lot more money
I don't follow. The X-H1 can record video and, with the right lens, can also zoom.
@@MaartenHeilbron My apologies, The cost of these lenes are as much as a Professional 4K Camcorder designed for video. It would be great to have a purpose build Camcorder for you tube, live streaming etc. However for a bit more you can get these lenes, would you say get an Camcorder or invest in the cini lenses
@@TheCoomer Everyone must make their own decisions with regard to the quality and capability of their gear. In the larger context of pro cine gear, these lenses are a relative bargain.
@@MaartenHeilbron Thank you for all your help and videos. It has allowed me to make well informed choices and learn how to use the product after.
Love this! To me, it seems like the quality of the image changed for the better when you switched from XF16-55 to the MKX. Would you agree? Or is it my placebo effect? Lol.
I imagined purchasing a cinema camera close to this price - but then I’d need more accessories.
The other option is to keep my X-h1 - and get this lens. Thoughts?
Thanks, always nice to know viewers appreciate my content. It is a better lens, price usually reflects quality, but I'm sure it's enhanced by the placebo effect. Video production is a slippery slope, not sure what your clients are asking for, or what your standards are - so can't really recommend.
Maarten Heilbron thank you! I am actually moving away from paid client work in terms of video and pursuing actual filmmaking as an art. Seems this lens may fit the bill but not sure if $4k outweighs the 16-55 I have for that purpose (just yet as I have never used cinema lens.)
@ I'd concentrate on lighting technique for the moment. The X-H1 with the 16-55 is a very nice combination that's quite capable of cinematic results - as long as you don't need to zoom.
Maarten Heilbron you’re awesome! Thank you! I’ll save a pretty penny too!
@ always happy to help. how pretty are your pennies?
I don't know if you have done another review on the xt4 using the same lens. One more option for you maybe it will help educate your Audience on discover another budgeted lens which called Meike cine lens. Just an idea otherwise I know you are covering most of Fuji related equipment.
Thanks for the tip. Although I have reviewed the X-T4, I didn't include this lens th-cam.com/video/p0o2Yca3ywc/w-d-xo.html
Maarten, thanks for this video! Would you do a follow-up to this review and REVIEW the actual quality, colour rendering and some optical characteristics? I find these two lenses to be very “sterile” comparing ie to Sigma 18-35mm & 50-100mm cine lenses. Sigma has more character, I believe.
Those are interesting observations, and while I would like to do a follow up, analyzing the quality in detail is beyond the capabilities of my channel.
Actually is the reverse.
@@andric72 Nice to have both opinions represented, thanks.
really stoked to be getting these lenses with the x-t3 in about 5wks!
i noticed your monitor on top
i plan on getting the 7" ninja inferno
do you think this is unruly for the body?
would you recommend the 5" ninja v instead or do you think the extra 500nits and extra size is worth it?
to give context, i'm not a viewfinder fan and i will be using this setup for short films and music videos as opposed to photography
great video - subscribed - thanks in advance!
Thanks, I just upgraded to the Ninja Inferno - the Shogun didn't support the X-H1 and X-T3's 4K cinema format, and now I also have 4K 60. I should think about doing a review ...
sweet, so obviously you're happy with the 7" size - a review specifically in relation to a small camera setup might be a unique angle as you could have got the 5" ninja but didn't - would love you to elaborate on the thoughts behind that decision
Yes, that's a size that works for me. The primary reason to choose this one was the ability to do DCI 4K at 60 frames, that felt that some good future proofing for me. I should say that my primary use of any HDMI recorder is to capture the screens that I use in the videos. That said, I do find it useful for other video production as well, particularly as the 7" size provides a better view for focus.
cheers for the reply - pretty sure the new 5" ninja v does 4k 60fps as well - but like you said, the bigger the better as far as focus goes - i just thought it might just feel a bit unruly atop a small dslr however it sounds like you don't have any problems with the 7" size
It's only slightly unwieldy - but I'm happy with the overall solution.
These lenses are so sweet
Agreed!
Nice review, Maarten !
It's always nice to read your kind words, thanks!
What is the difference between Fuji MKX and an anamorphic lens?
An anamorphic lens distorts the image (usually side to side compression) when it is recorded, so that it can the stretched to a wider width than the aspect of the film/sensor used to capture the image.
I want one in Sony e-mount for my FS5.
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Please accept my apologies - your comment on my X-T30 video today was accidentally deleted.
👍 Thx MH !
My pleasure, and thanks for the kind acronym.
Sir, if you were my professor in law school, I would easily be a lawyer now.
Not sure that would be a good outcome.
@@MaartenHeilbron good outcome sir. Your enthusiasm and passion to deliver your message is quite contagious.
@@sobasicreviews3097 Rest in bed, drink plenty of fluids and you should be over this infection soon.
Other than the size, weight, and cost they sound like great lenses for stills photo work....oh well, I knew there would be a catch...;-)
Hehe, there's always a catch.
Too bad they didnt offer a Cannon mout for my EVA1
Yes, that would be interesting.
Affordable??
You must be RICH.
Right. I should have said "relatively" affordable.