Nice vid! I just bought the 1.55x Anamorphic and have ordered the Motion Variable ND filter, so I'm looking forward to using these! Question; have you found the most recent updates to Filmic Pro to be worse than the previous versions, because I've seen a lot of reviews lamenting the changes. I have an iPhone 12 Pro Max and am wondering if that would make any difference if there are issues with the latest iteration. Thanks for the videos and any input you might have!
Congratulations on you new Sandmarc gear! 🔥 Regarding Filmic Pro I haven’t had any issues with the performance and stability so far. I’m absolutely loving it! Hope you have a smooth experience!
Hi, I discovered your channel with this video and I really like it: the examples, the style, your way of speaking (super-clear and direct)! Are there any big differences in terms of image quality between 1.33 and this 1.55 lens? Greetings from Italy
May the force be with you !!!! I have a iphone 12 pro. Hope to get 15 one day. But in the mean time, can you please recommend Anamorphic Lens that can fit this model and take insane crisp pictures? What type? I checked out sandmarc site but everything was for new model iphones?
hello EMT, thank you so much for your video and your tips ! I am a beginner and i have 3 questions concerning the use of this lens with an iphone 13 pro: 1) if i am right the anamorphic lens is mounted on the wildest lens of the iphone and it will change the final ratio aspect of the video, so i ask myself , how will i mix during the editing the images shot with the two other lenses of the iphone that are not anamorphic ? 2) which gumble do you advice me to buy ? 3) which software do you use ? thank you so much for your help ! best romain
Fantastic! It however requires a bit of balancing before turning on but once you get the sweet spot it performs very well. Limit fast movements when using a heavier setup. Hope this helps!
@@EMTFILMS I'm totally new to photography, I don't even upload pics to Facebook but I think I understand now. I'm gonna go on vacation in a couple of weeks and I'm interested in buying this lens and I'm also considering buying a pretty nice drone. I think I figured it out and know what you mean, the filmic app actually lets you see the finished product in that aspect ratio and if you used your native camera you would have to go through that process yourself after in an editing program like after effects or davinci resolve. Being honest with you, 4 days ago I had never heard of iso, nd filter, shutter speed, etc, lol. Man I felt so lost because I didn't even know the basics, like I said , I never thought about what goes into taking a nice pic. It seemed so damn confusing and I felt lost but I think everyone is like that at first. Now at least in theory I've learned a bit about frame rates, shutter speed, aperture, etc in a 3 day crash course!!! Thank you very much and yes I have filmic pro I just wanted to know why you would need an app. Thanks
Don't buy this!!! I just purchased this lens and it's a robbery. First off, if you have the filmic pro app you don't need this, I'll explain. I got my SANDMARC and was excited to try it out so I used filmic pro with it. I took a video and it looked exactly like it looked when I used just the filmic app. Then I said it might be my imagination, it HAS to look better so I tried another video. I recorded the same thing, same length video, same lighting with and without the lens and the video that I got from just the filmic pro app looked exactly the same as with the lens. If it looks the same and exports the same why would I spend $172.39( I purchased the 1.55x)? I feel so dumb for buying this but I'm gonna return it. Also did I mention that while I used the SANDMARC there was a shadow in the left side through the video? It appeared and disappeared whenever I panned to one side. Unless I'm doing something wrong. Just buy the filmic pro app and you don't need that gimmick. I still have hopes I'm doing something wrong though.
Great review. I just got my Sandmarc 1.33 Anamorphic. I used Filmic Pro set at 24fps 1/48 with 1.33 image adjustment. The footage came out weird with foreground and background making strange movement which is not pleasing to the eye. What am I doing wrong here?
Yep, the issue with anamorphic lenses (that many omit/forget to say) - they are extremely vulnerable to shaking movement and will bend the image. So generally speaking - you need to turn off all of the internal stabilization in the phone and use an external stabilized gimbal for best performance.
I recently purchased a DJI OM4 and currently looking into buying a Sandmarc lens & filter I mainly shoot pictures & videos of cars and sometimes nature as well when I go hiking. you think their Wide Hybrid Edition package will be a good choice? I got an iPhone 11 Pro Max btw
I am actually using this setup with the 12 pro max and the OM4 is handling it like a champ. Make sure you balance the phone while on standby! Hope this helps! 🤘🏼
Hello! I love your channel and content. How do you get the blur effect behind you when doing your videos? Is it possible to get the same effect while doing lives on social media? Thanks.
I’m dumping my moment lenses and going with Sandmarc. 4 lenses. I am also looking to get the OM5 gimbal. What is your experience with how that gimbal will handle the weight of the 1.55 anamorphic.
I didn’t use any counterweights. The OM4 carried it like a champ. There is balancing before turning on but nothing crazy other than sliding the phone so theres more body to the right.
Do you think Filmic Pro is worth it for the cost? Looks like they have in app purchases as well. Can you use it with decent results with other apps (the lens)?
100% Filmic Pro is definitely worth it. Just the separate focus and exposure options are value enough in my opinion. Gimbal integration as well as hardware support for lenses and LOG profiles are extremely powerful if your looking for that level of control. Home this helps! Here's a video I made a while ago on its features. th-cam.com/video/9OsQwRIWDZk/w-d-xo.html
@@EMTFILMS great video!! I’m tempted! I saw you used a Moment Anamorphic lens in that video. How does that compare to the Sandmarc? Does the Sandmarc phone case add much protection?
@@Parrothed5150 the moment anamorphic is a great option as well but the color and weight of the new Sandmarc is my favorite so far. Also the fact that I can switch to portrait without any tools is fantastic. The Sandmarc case is thin and light. Not the best protection but the best for gimbals and accessories if trying to keep a thing profile. They also have a pro case with magsafe for better protection. 🤘🏼
Glad you liked it! The filter is 18 grams and the lens is probably in the 30-40 grams. Not sure on that one but the DJI OM4 was able to carry both with the 12 Pro Max. 🤘🏼
Filmic Pro automatically does this but it seems like a vertical de squeeze. I end up with a 4030 x 1462 resolution video when using the 1.55x preset and 3840 x 2160 when turning off the preset. Hope this helps!
Thank you for the review. Unfortunately the IQ of all these lenses is so bad, specially in the corners. I think to use an extra lens that literally destroys the image quality of your footage, makes no sense. I believe these lenses are absolutely not designed to use with newer phones that have larger sensors, most specially with the iPhone 12 Pro Max that has a sensor that has a wider view, is physically much bigger size and moves around. These optics are simply not a match.
Totally agree. I have Moment lenses. With an iPhone 12 Pro the picture is somehow okayish but worse than with an 11 Pro. But with an iPhone 12 Pro Max the lenses are not useable. Nice video though :).
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Hello, can I use anamorphic lens to old smartphones like iphone 6?
@@jriodgs6112 absolutely as long as you use the Sandmarc case or universal clip! 🤘🏼
Nice vid! I just bought the 1.55x Anamorphic and have ordered the Motion Variable ND filter, so I'm looking forward to using these! Question; have you found the most recent updates to Filmic Pro to be worse than the previous versions, because I've seen a lot of reviews lamenting the changes. I have an iPhone 12 Pro Max and am wondering if that would make any difference if there are issues with the latest iteration. Thanks for the videos and any input you might have!
Congratulations on you new Sandmarc gear! 🔥 Regarding Filmic Pro I haven’t had any issues with the performance and stability so far. I’m absolutely loving it! Hope you have a smooth experience!
Hi, I discovered your channel with this video and I really like it: the examples, the style, your way of speaking (super-clear and direct)!
Are there any big differences in terms of image quality between 1.33 and this 1.55 lens?
Greetings from Italy
No major differences just a bit wider. It’s designed for the newer larger cameras so I’d recommend the 1.55
Hey bro i have a iPhone 14 pro max iPhone , Which lens you recommend for live music videos ?
Can’t go wrong with anamorphic but I also like a good compression with a telephoto lens on the main camera! 🤘🏼
Does moment dell a lens for iPhone 14 plus?
May the force be with you !!!! I have a iphone 12 pro. Hope to get 15 one day. But in the mean time, can you please recommend Anamorphic Lens that can fit this model and take insane crisp pictures? What type? I checked out sandmarc site but everything was for new model iphones?
May the force be with you! Haha! SANDMARC does have some iPhone 12 options! Hope this helps!
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I am planning to shoot a complete feature film on iPhone 14 pro max ..does using anamorphic lens reduce the quality of the movie ?
How is the lens for photography stills
Thank you for your great video review ! Best from Paris France !
hello EMT,
thank you so much for your video and your tips !
I am a beginner and i have 3 questions concerning the use of this lens with an iphone 13 pro:
1) if i am right the anamorphic lens is mounted on the wildest lens of the iphone and it will change the final ratio aspect of the video, so i ask myself , how will i mix during the editing the images shot with the two other lenses of the iphone that are not anamorphic ?
2) which gumble do you advice me to buy ?
3) which software do you use ?
thank you so much for your help ! best romain
Nice video 👍🏼
How does setup with case, lens and filter perform with Osmo 4?
Fantastic! It however requires a bit of balancing before turning on but once you get the sweet spot it performs very well. Limit fast movements when using a heavier setup. Hope this helps!
When editing video using anamorphic lens do have do anything special I use Final Cut Pro. Like your post plan on buying one
What kind of silver mount is that on the tripod? Nice video thanks.
I don't get it, do you still need filmic pro if you have the lens? I mean, if I buy the lens I still need that app to make it work?
You could also de-squeeze in post but Filmic Pro does this in camera.
@@EMTFILMS I'm totally new to photography, I don't even upload pics to Facebook but I think I understand now. I'm gonna go on vacation in a couple of weeks and I'm interested in buying this lens and I'm also considering buying a pretty nice drone. I think I figured it out and know what you mean, the filmic app actually lets you see the finished product in that aspect ratio and if you used your native camera you would have to go through that process yourself after in an editing program like after effects or davinci resolve. Being honest with you, 4 days ago I had never heard of iso, nd filter, shutter speed, etc, lol. Man I felt so lost because I didn't even know the basics, like I said , I never thought about what goes into taking a nice pic. It seemed so damn confusing and I felt lost but I think everyone is like that at first. Now at least in theory I've learned a bit about frame rates, shutter speed, aperture, etc in a 3 day crash course!!! Thank you very much and yes I have filmic pro I just wanted to know why you would need an app. Thanks
Anytime! I definitely understand the discovery process and I commend you for seeking out more info on this! I hope you have a great vacation!
@@EMTFILMS thank you.
Don't buy this!!! I just purchased this lens and it's a robbery. First off, if you have the filmic pro app you don't need this, I'll explain. I got my SANDMARC and was excited to try it out so I used filmic pro with it. I took a video and it looked exactly like it looked when I used just the filmic app. Then I said it might be my imagination, it HAS to look better so I tried another video. I recorded the same thing, same length video, same lighting with and without the lens and the video that I got from just the filmic pro app looked exactly the same as with the lens. If it looks the same and exports the same why would I spend $172.39( I purchased the 1.55x)? I feel so dumb for buying this but I'm gonna return it. Also did I mention that while I used the SANDMARC there was a shadow in the left side through the video? It appeared and disappeared whenever I panned to one side. Unless I'm doing something wrong. Just buy the filmic pro app and you don't need that gimmick. I still have hopes I'm doing something wrong though.
Great review. I just got my Sandmarc 1.33 Anamorphic. I used Filmic Pro set at 24fps 1/48 with 1.33 image adjustment. The footage came out weird with foreground and background making strange movement which is not pleasing to the eye. What am I doing wrong here?
could be iPhone stabilization and/or heavy movements which are by nature disturbing the image when going anamorphic.
Yep, the issue with anamorphic lenses (that many omit/forget to say) - they are extremely vulnerable to shaking movement and will bend the image.
So generally speaking - you need to turn off all of the internal stabilization in the phone and use an external stabilized gimbal for best performance.
Where do you get the black bars?
Natively from the anamorphic lens. Checkout the full video for more details on how this works!
I recently purchased a DJI OM4 and currently looking into buying a Sandmarc lens & filter
I mainly shoot pictures & videos of cars and sometimes nature as well when I go hiking. you think their Wide Hybrid Edition package will be a good choice? I got an iPhone 11 Pro Max btw
I am actually using this setup with the 12 pro max and the OM4 is handling it like a champ. Make sure you balance the phone while on standby! Hope this helps! 🤘🏼
@@EMTFILMS sweeeet thanks brotha! I’m about to place my order for the Wide Hybrid Edition package, I appreciate it 🙌🏼
@@EMTFILMS one final question, sorry lol, but what camera app would you recommend between the Moment app & Beastcam?
The Moment app is great but I always go back to Filmic Pro for the higher bitrate! 🤘🏼
Do you think it's only propose is for cinematic filmmaking or would you use it for a tech review channel as well?
I’d use it for dope B-Roll sequences. 🤘🏼
How is this set up with om5.?
Hello! I love your channel and content. How do you get the blur effect behind you when doing your videos? Is it possible to get the same effect while doing lives on social media? Thanks.
Now it’s possible with software on most platforms. Im using a Canon EOS R with a fast lens for that natural depth of field.
I’m dumping my moment lenses and going with Sandmarc. 4 lenses. I am also looking to get the OM5 gimbal. What is your experience with how that gimbal will handle the weight of the 1.55 anamorphic.
It may be too heavy.
I got the Zhiyun Smooth 5. Its a beast.
Do you use counterweights on the OM4 or can it handle the 12 pro max with a lens?
I didn’t use any counterweights. The OM4 carried it like a champ. There is balancing before turning on but nothing crazy other than sliding the phone so theres more body to the right.
Do you think Filmic Pro is worth it for the cost? Looks like they have in app purchases as well. Can you use it with decent results with other apps (the lens)?
100% Filmic Pro is definitely worth it. Just the separate focus and exposure options are value enough in my opinion. Gimbal integration as well as hardware support for lenses and LOG profiles are extremely powerful if your looking for that level of control. Home this helps! Here's a video I made a while ago on its features. th-cam.com/video/9OsQwRIWDZk/w-d-xo.html
@@EMTFILMS great video!! I’m tempted! I saw you used a Moment Anamorphic lens in that video. How does that compare to the Sandmarc? Does the Sandmarc phone case add much protection?
@@Parrothed5150 the moment anamorphic is a great option as well but the color and weight of the new Sandmarc is my favorite so far. Also the fact that I can switch to portrait without any tools is fantastic. The Sandmarc case is thin and light. Not the best protection but the best for gimbals and accessories if trying to keep a thing profile. They also have a pro case with magsafe for better protection. 🤘🏼
What size filters fit on this?
It would be cool if you could use an anamorphic lens with the Insta360 Go 2. ☺️
That’d be awesome! Hehe!
Hey my friend. How much weight the iPhone with Lens and filter. Brutal el review hermano. Saludos 🤟🏼🙏🏼
Glad you liked it! The filter is 18 grams and the lens is probably in the 30-40 grams. Not sure on that one but the DJI OM4 was able to carry both with the 12 Pro Max. 🤘🏼
@@EMTFILMS isn't it advisable to use counterweights so as to not stress the gimbal motors?
I wish Sandmarc made cases for more Android phones like LG.
Great intro and video
how does it compare to moondog anamorphic
Is there anamorphic lens for iPhone 13 Pro max?
yeah. the company that sells them are sandmarc.
I had to end up using the clip for the lens more than the case because the case was a huge pain to remove every time I filmed with it.
Do you de-squeeze horizontally (keep the height, create pixels in-between) or compress vertically (keep the width, but lose pixels)?
Filmic Pro automatically does this but it seems like a vertical de squeeze. I end up with a 4030 x 1462 resolution video when using the 1.55x preset and 3840 x 2160 when turning off the preset. Hope this helps!
My friend, if you bring Turkish language support, you have great quality content for your videos.
Great!
Thanks! 🤘🏼😀
This lens is SO INSANE, that I put it in caps and filmed the video with another camera and lens!. lol jk ;)
Tbh i kinda like the case 🤣
It's slim and lightweight! Glad you dig it!
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It's a crying shame SOO many youtubers think "cinematic" equates to desaturated image with mucky muddy orange shadows and blue highlights.
Thank you for the review. Unfortunately the IQ of all these lenses is so bad, specially in the corners. I think to use an extra lens that literally destroys the image quality of your footage, makes no sense. I believe these lenses are absolutely not designed to use with newer phones that have larger sensors, most specially with the iPhone 12 Pro Max that has a sensor that has a wider view, is physically much bigger size and moves around. These optics are simply not a match.
Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your thoughts! 🤘🏼
Totally agree. I have Moment lenses. With an iPhone 12 Pro the picture is somehow okayish but worse than with an 11 Pro. But with an iPhone 12 Pro Max the lenses are not useable. Nice video though :).
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Great intro and video