A Budget 85mm Portrait lens that doesn't SUCK! - Sony A7iii

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  • When I was asked if I would like to try out the Viltrox 85mm f1.8 mkii I was a little hesitant because I don't really know what kind of lens you would get for $399 usd. But I'm honestly really surprised and in some cases shocked!
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  • @LeeZavitz
    @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm really excited to release my new presets. I've put a ton of time and effort into these and I'm really stoked to put out quality presets for you that I personally use! Find them here: ClassicPorts.com

  • @root9065
    @root9065 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That lens is doing a great job. I don't have a Sony camera but this was nice to watch :) I'll check your presets soon enough. Thanks for delivering on yet another amazing portrait shoot!

  • @armaniusmaximus7785
    @armaniusmaximus7785 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review. Great photos. And lovely model!!! One of the most beautiful models I've seen.

  • @lucschrav
    @lucschrav 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for always putting out the clearest and best content ! You always have what I’m looking for 🙏

  • @joomlajunkie
    @joomlajunkie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeah can't wait to try out the new presets!

  • @SidneyDiongzon
    @SidneyDiongzon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Dude, that location is pretty sick. Great video my dude!

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man. Yeah I shot something there back in the early winter before snow and all that grass was dead and golden. I was actually hoping it would have looked like that instead of green haha oh well.

  • @ckfvideo
    @ckfvideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good video and nice shoot. I have this lens for my Sony A7ii and I am very impressed with it, especially for the price. I think both lenses produce a nice image side by side with a slight edge to the Viltrox for the quality of the background and sharpness of the subject. For my uses I am happy with my choice between the two.

  • @denzelmotuba5336
    @denzelmotuba5336 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    the bokeh on the viltrox looks waaay more natural the sony's bokeh give off a spirally kinda look if you look closely..i'd definitely go for the viltrox

  • @adamlanza8905
    @adamlanza8905 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the great video. I've been trying to find major reasons not to buy this lens for still shots, and not coming up with any. Great shots by the way!

  • @annuartv
    @annuartv 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best review out ther in my opinion for these 2 lenses! Thanks bro

  • @GaryJahman
    @GaryJahman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had the Mark 1 which was surprisingly the best budget portrait lens!

  • @ogonzilla
    @ogonzilla 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yo!! Great sponsor! 😁 Shots were amazing. Great review.

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He’s the best sponsor a guy could ever ask for! The Shots were ok. It’s a lot to set up and shoot in 45mins when you are also the bts guy. My plan was to have a lot more golden hour sun ripping into the shots.

  • @yogajoeguy
    @yogajoeguy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good sense of humor at the end. (Nice)

  • @SourPlanet
    @SourPlanet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sony def has more contrast and sharpness... but it's not a world apart. It's crazy how good these 3rd party lenses are getting. I remember when they all looked like you were shooting through a bus window.

  • @DS-fi4hf
    @DS-fi4hf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    These lenses are really similar! I think i'd give the edge to the Sony for just a touch more sharpness. I couldn't tell the difference in a blind test though. Excellent photos, btw!

    • @smhvito
      @smhvito 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      idk watching eyebrows the sony lens looks worse in many of the shots but the more reliable autofocus makes it even better

  • @jahzzii7
    @jahzzii7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    85mm camera. Liked that one!

  • @SidsDrakon
    @SidsDrakon 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I don't shoot Sony but the info applies to all cameras. I had a good laugh too. I come for the information, I stay for the bloopers 🤣🤣🤣 awesome job my dude

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ricardo Sidney Vazquez Perez thanks for hanging out!

  • @paarip9728
    @paarip9728 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your video af test is really great. Do it for all the lens reviews.

  • @punit213
    @punit213 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! You should do a video explaining your preset pack!

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course! That’s probably my next video.

  • @JF..
    @JF.. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Finally Presets 🔥🔥🔥🙌🏻🙌🏻👍👍👍

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's taken me a while to get over the idea that other people will now be able to get the same look as me. But here they are! classicports.com

    • @JF..
      @JF.. 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lee Zavitz I just bought and install those PRESETS thanks man 👍
      Any LUTS? 😁

  • @michaelbell75
    @michaelbell75 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Lee, great work as always! Been looking at this recently for my a7Riii and a7iii. This one or the Samyang 85 f/1.4 for portraits?

  • @crazyME456
    @crazyME456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    noticed that the sony 85/1.8 is slightly sharper but the viltrox has slightly better bokeh and less cats eye. pros and cons i guess. but both very excellent lenses.

  • @LgsPhotography
    @LgsPhotography 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another good one! I've been waiting for your presets for ages! 😍 Bought! Any chance of getting your hand on the new viltrox lenses for Fuji 23 & 33 1.4?

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I heard they are also good. I could ask if they have them to send. I’d be interested in either focal length tbh. I just don’t own a Fuji camera to shoot on. I’d have to rent one

    • @LgsPhotography
      @LgsPhotography 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LeeZavitz they're supposedly coming out with a 13mm f1.4 that'd be interesting.😋

  • @grantgilbert6575
    @grantgilbert6575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I didn't even know the vitrox 85mm existed but you saved me from buying the sony 85mm, thanks!

  • @wolfsince8139
    @wolfsince8139 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just bought the presets, they are downloading as I type this. I was just telling my buddy I wish Lee would put out some presets!! You must have my phone tapped or something..lol!!

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome! Enjoy

  • @techiverse6851
    @techiverse6851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really dig your video formatting! I really appreciate the amount of work done with aligning and syncing all of the photos and videos for comparison. Any chance you can take another look at this lens if you still have it? Firmware V1.1.7 was released on September 30th according to Viltrox's firmware download page and the update note states, "Improved the focusing performance of this lens". I'm very curious to know how well it would do now in the continuous AF 11FPS burst photo shooting comparison with the new firmware. Oh, it'd be cool to know how much it's improved in video AF performance as well.

  • @raw_pc
    @raw_pc 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Viltrox is much softer than Sony however it produces more round bokeh which imo is more pleasing to the eye. Softness might be something people are looking for as it smooths the skin a bit. Decent lens for sure. Awesome shots!

  • @dennishumbla5431
    @dennishumbla5431 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I noticed that you use the color filters on the WB A0.5 G0.5 does that help getting like those fujicolors on Sony before the editing?

  • @JimmyHuynhdesign
    @JimmyHuynhdesign 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    damn that viltrox lens is sharp

  • @KingStivan
    @KingStivan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    00:52 the look at the cam when you say it !!! why the personal attack QQ ?

  • @Landmarkfilmcollective
    @Landmarkfilmcollective 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seems like the Viltrox gets a wider surface area in focus and the Sony 85mm has more of a pinpoint of focus. interesting depending on how you shoot your photos and what you are wanting.

  • @kl3nd4thu
    @kl3nd4thu 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    After 3 years, has Viltrox released firmware that helps in the focusing issues when you were on high continuous? Or the heavy focus breathing issues too?

  • @anhdien
    @anhdien 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you correct for lens distortion when you post the photos?
    I notice for all my portrait photos it makes the subject have a rounder face

  • @francescorota2982
    @francescorota2982 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You need to get your hands on the Fuji version of that lens. Those 150g of difference with the MK1 is a big deal for Fuji Bodies

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I assume it’s probably just as awesome for Fuji. I had no idea how good that lens is. I’m super impressed. You typically don’t get that kind of optics for $399

  • @twinspowertv1078
    @twinspowertv1078 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you ever tried the Batis 85? Wonder how the would perform Compared to the Viltrox?

  • @notnotnorm
    @notnotnorm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can you do the Fuji ver? :)

  • @maveric13
    @maveric13 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome video. where was this shot???

  • @nas3793
    @nas3793 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Viltrox lens in general is better when you test it on 10 different scenarios you’ll find 7 out of the 10 scenarios are better on the Viltrox wouldn’t change mine for anything
    Nice video bud

  • @ipablo16
    @ipablo16 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Besides weight and the hood, is there any difference between mk2 and mk1 version? Great video btw!

  • @ExploreWay9
    @ExploreWay9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ho Sir
    This lens is good too for sony alpha a58? Thank you

  • @GojuGaming
    @GojuGaming 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    test with the Tokina 85mm pleaseeee

  • @felixschwiderski
    @felixschwiderski 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Viltrox is so clean for that price

  • @mzbsbsbstcmxjs7817
    @mzbsbsbstcmxjs7817 ปีที่แล้ว

    The bokeh is rounder on the viltrox for sure.

  • @NXN-Productions
    @NXN-Productions 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great shots. How do you record the camera screen tho?

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      With the Atomos Ninja V

  • @mariotodorov4396
    @mariotodorov4396 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The bokhe on the viltrox looks smoother and rounder compared with sony.

  • @DariusAncerevicius
    @DariusAncerevicius 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review! Which firmware is on your Viltrox?

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Newest I think it’s 1.1.6

  • @wanderboy561
    @wanderboy561 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Done deal! I’m getting this lens

  • @LeoInterHyenaem
    @LeoInterHyenaem 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you given up on FujiFilm, Lee?

  • @DanielConstant00
    @DanielConstant00 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey! just curious what camera you used to record the BTS of this. Wondering if its the a6100?

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep. It was an a6100

    • @DanielConstant00
      @DanielConstant00 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lee Zavitz nice! Underrated camera

  • @sabarir7497
    @sabarir7497 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you explain the setting

  • @dindiano573
    @dindiano573 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love sony... but I want that round bokeh from Viltrox 85.. it's sad that Sony's 85 1.8 bokeh looks like a cat's eye. so I've decided to purchase the Viltrox. 'cause you can only get a round bokeh from Sony's 85 "1.4 GM" to get that round bokeh. :(( that price is gold.

  • @ericthestone
    @ericthestone 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    One thing that stopped me from going Viltrox is warranty. If I ever have problems with the lens, do I send it back to China? There isn’t a retailer in Canada that takes care of the product.

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hear that. I guess that’s the trade off for how cheap it is.

  • @richardpcrowe
    @richardpcrowe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't know of any 85mm prime lens that does suck! Every one that I ever used produced some excellent imagery whether I shot with a Canon lens on a Canon DSLR body, a Canon lens adapted to my Sony mirrorless cameras or a native e-mount Sony lens on my Sony mirrorless cameras (both full-frame and APSC).
    I purchased my Sony 85mm f/1.8 lens used from Adorama for $450 U.S. Dollars...

    • @anhdien
      @anhdien 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I notice for all my portrait photos it makes the subject have a rounder face
      Do you have to correct post editing for lens distortion?

  • @enierg
    @enierg 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the one that can go as down to f1.6 with the firmware update?

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I mean... it’s still f1.8 physically even if there was a firmware. I can’t tell if you are trolling or not

    • @enierg
      @enierg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LeeZavitz my man the version 1 you can make it into a f1.6 lens look it up thants why i asked

  • @dandanu2526
    @dandanu2526 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great,both lenses,but it's not Batis:))

  • @ArgentoRAWRz
    @ArgentoRAWRz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    how many screens u need to shoot a picture?lol

  • @civinenad
    @civinenad 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    85mm x 1.5 is around 130mm

  • @MprivetM
    @MprivetM 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No idea, why I'm watching this... I have Fuji system. Guess I like cameras reviews in general :D

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They make this lens for Fuji so I can assume it would perform the same. But it will end up being closer to a 100mm lens.

    • @SkyGW
      @SkyGW 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      the fuji version mk2 just released 85mm 1.8 which makes it like a 135mm full frame equiv but it's a very good alternative to the 90mm f2 for half the price.

  • @EDCGadgets
    @EDCGadgets 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Finally someone else saying that the Sony 85 1.8 has f**ng UGLY bokeh. It's the worst bokeh on a lens I have every used, it's distracting as hell.
    There is no smoothness and everything is cat eye shaped. (I have used it for outdoor portrait work for 1 year, in TONS of lighting situation... I am not just making it up)
    I have switched to the Canon 85 1.2 and I am using it at 1.6, and the bokeh is out of this world, but I guess the same goes for the GM 85 too... You can't see the bokeh difference in MOST lighting situation, I agree.... but when you can see it.... the 85 1.8 Sony is annoying as hell.

  • @Grumpy_allien
    @Grumpy_allien 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Make it for Fuji plz

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They do make it for Fuji! It comes in e mount and x mount

  • @GlassBulk
    @GlassBulk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why F2? They are F1.8 lens.

  • @francisjun
    @francisjun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    almost clicked on thumbs down for not calling me when you were in my hood

  • @Not_Lactoselntolerant
    @Not_Lactoselntolerant 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I gave you a thumbs down twice followed by a thumbs up. Don't know if it's the lighting or color grading, but the video looks amazing!

  • @emiliadrag2967
    @emiliadrag2967 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can anyone tell me the difference between these two links? There appears to be two of the Sony 85mm f1.8 on Amazon, both from the Sony store. I have no idea what the difference is? One is £600 (currently reduced to £475) and the other is £450. The only difference I can see is that one says telephoto 85mm and the other says portrait 85mm. But the link in the description of this video takes you to the £450 ('telephoto') lens. Pls help! Links below:
    £600 lens: www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-SEL85F18-Mount-Frame-Prime/dp/B06VTFTZ17/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=sony+85mm+f1.8&qid=1623706182&sr=8-1
    £450 lens: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06WLGFWGX?tag=zedpromedia-21&th=1&geniuslink=true

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No idea. It’s the exact same lens in both links

  • @kunjachakma
    @kunjachakma 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is it worth to buy this in 2024

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      There hasn’t really been anything else that has come out other than maybe the sigma 85mm f1.4 that I could recommend if you have the $

    • @kunjachakma
      @kunjachakma 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@LeeZavitzwill try sir ❤

  • @DrocDoc
    @DrocDoc ปีที่แล้ว

    Got a Sony a7 iii with kit lens for $600
    Picking up a Sony 85mm 1.8 lens today for $359
    Super excited to start taking photos

  • @nletarte
    @nletarte 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    speaking of creamy and smooth...😂

  • @captaintendean4116
    @captaintendean4116 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HE'S WEARING STRAPS?!!!

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had to. I had 2 cameras. It’s the only time I will break the law and use a camera strap.

    • @captaintendean4116
      @captaintendean4116 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LeeZavitz yeah better make sure those straps doesnt flapping around in your shots. nice canon straps 👌🏻

  • @Stihl_OK
    @Stihl_OK 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Баба да , баба ДА... )))

  • @bysuave6737
    @bysuave6737 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd love to see how it performs on a a6400 or any other sony apsc ... should give close to a 135mm f2.8 which is a classic portrait focal length..it would be a tight frame but I'm curious as to what the compression would look like

  • @mikkelp.3699
    @mikkelp.3699 ปีที่แล้ว

    i think viltrox is better

  • @darrylsmith3102
    @darrylsmith3102 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That lens has Serious chromatic adorations. Otherwise it's a great deal.

    • @LeeZavitz
      @LeeZavitz  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah depends on the scenario you are shooting in. But at its price point it’s pretty solid lens.

    • @HGQjazz
      @HGQjazz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      *aberration

  • @chiefdispatcher
    @chiefdispatcher 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Больше надо увеличивать фотографии, если хочешь увидеть разницу.