I have have heard that the latest lens firmware .03 has fixed much of the video AF problems that you highlight. What firmware were you on? Great video, as always!
Unfortunately my sister has the lens currently 😅 I did update the lens before making the review but I don't recall the version it was on unfortunately. I'm sorry that definitely would be a key piece of information I should have included
Nice video as usual. I had the Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 and it was a real blade in terms of sharpness. Actually I 'm using the Sigma 45mm f/2.8, and I'm very surprised about built quality and performance. It's softer than Zeiss 55mm, but it gives you kind of "analogical taste" on your photo. I suggest you to try it if you can.
Thank you! I've heard good things about the sigma, I like it's size. I haven't had the opportunity to see it yet but it's been on my radar, if I get the chance I'll give it a try thank you very much for the recommendation 😊
just re subscribed got my phone stolen so I created a new account.. finally came across to your video again, why did youtube just recommend your channel to me right now, Im building up my subscription list again.. and I love how calm your reviews are and you have a soothing voice..
I would really love to hear your opinion on Sony FE 16-35mm f4.0. I love this lense when i travel around. It is my absolute go to for any kind of picture when I walk around landscapes and cities, but I would like to hear your points because of your knowledge!
Hi Laila, though I am familiar with the 16-35 focal length I actually have only seen the 16-35 f4 one time so I can't say I have a ton of experience with it. With that said my most used focal length of late is 35mm and for anytime I'm not taking photos of people I like being wider so I think a 16-35 is a great walkaround lens though the only drawback for me would be the f4 because I like low-light stuff.
Thank you! I had not considered the Samyang lens until now. I was looking at a compact prime kit for an A7III. Sony 28 f2, Sony 50 f1. 8, and Canon EF 100 f2.
Thank you for watching! Unfortunately I don't have either of these lenses on hand anymore so I can't give you a side-by-side comparison whoever I will say that I found the Tamron to perform functionally as well as the 50 across the board and I never found one to be better than the other in my use, though the Tamron did everything with better autofocus
what version is that? I love shooting 50mm for videos, just shot a prenup with only the 50mm but for the photo side it is a bit close, me having only one lens resorted to stitching images in light room.. but for video I can manage with only the 50mm...
I bought one used without the hood. Paid exactly $74 USD ($100CAD) and its a good lens. Its Auto focus absolutely sucks but its a decent 50mm lens and when its on my A7IV it feels like there is nothing on it.
hey shane..im looking to buy this lens for video portraits and still portraits as im starting my photography and videography events and also about to get my first ever camera sony a7iii....cold this lens fullill my expectations { for all purpose } pls reply im very much confuse in both 50mm or tamron's 28-75 mm f2.8
This lens will work for such functionality however I do suggest looking at the rokinon that I mentioned at the end of this video as the autofocus is a lot smoother and may get you a little better mileage than this 50mm
I think the 28-75 is the best option, though Sigma just came out with a new one which is a 28-70 which is a great lens to consider as well if you want a little bit of a smaller lens
Yeah I've used the 55mm for years and just had this 50mm for a month and a bit to review. It was hard not to take the 55mm with me everywhere like I normally do, it's just nicer in every way than the 50mm [though considerably more expensive]
Great video! I was lucky to the sony 50mm lens with my camera(a7one😅 now upgrade to the a7riii) I'll say the 50mm just one of them lens that's just ok nothing amazing but gets the job done lens 📸😁
I have have heard that the latest lens firmware .03 has fixed much of the video AF problems that you highlight. What firmware were you on? Great video, as always!
Unfortunately my sister has the lens currently 😅 I did update the lens before making the review but I don't recall the version it was on unfortunately. I'm sorry that definitely would be a key piece of information I should have included
Somehow your video makes me very relaxed. great work.
Nice video as usual.
I had the Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 and it was a real blade in terms of sharpness.
Actually I 'm using the Sigma 45mm f/2.8, and I'm very surprised about built quality and performance. It's softer than Zeiss 55mm, but it gives you kind of "analogical taste" on your photo.
I suggest you to try it if you can.
Thank you! I've heard good things about the sigma, I like it's size. I haven't had the opportunity to see it yet but it's been on my radar, if I get the chance I'll give it a try thank you very much for the recommendation 😊
just re subscribed got my phone stolen so I created a new account.. finally came across to your video again, why did youtube just recommend your channel to me right now, Im building up my subscription list again.. and I love how calm your reviews are and you have a soothing voice..
Great Review and honest as usual..
Thank you!
Love your informative videos Shane. Keep up the great work!
I really appreciate this, thank you 😊
I would really love to hear your opinion on Sony FE 16-35mm f4.0. I love this lense when i travel around. It is my absolute go to for any kind of picture when I walk around landscapes and cities, but I would like to hear your points because of your knowledge!
Hi Laila, though I am familiar with the 16-35 focal length I actually have only seen the 16-35 f4 one time so I can't say I have a ton of experience with it. With that said my most used focal length of late is 35mm and for anytime I'm not taking photos of people I like being wider so I think a 16-35 is a great walkaround lens though the only drawback for me would be the f4 because I like low-light stuff.
Thanks Shane! Truly come to appreciate your reviews!
Thank you very much! I enjoy making them!
Thank you! I had not considered the Samyang lens until now. I was looking at a compact prime kit for an A7III. Sony 28 f2, Sony 50 f1. 8, and Canon EF 100 f2.
Glad it was helpful! It's awesome how many options we have now to choose from but sometimes there are too many 😅
Thanks for the great channel. How does it compare with a Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD at 50mm, both at 2.8 or 3.5?
Thank you for watching! Unfortunately I don't have either of these lenses on hand anymore so I can't give you a side-by-side comparison whoever I will say that I found the Tamron to perform functionally as well as the 50 across the board and I never found one to be better than the other in my use, though the Tamron did everything with better autofocus
what version is that? I love shooting 50mm for videos, just shot a prenup with only the 50mm but for the photo side it is a bit close, me having only one lens resorted to stitching images in light room.. but for video I can manage with only the 50mm...
Coming from MFT user…
That cont AF is fast af!!
I bought one used without the hood. Paid exactly $74 USD ($100CAD) and its a good lens. Its Auto focus absolutely sucks but its a decent 50mm lens and when its on my A7IV it feels like there is nothing on it.
hey shane..im looking to buy this lens for video portraits and still portraits as im starting my photography and videography events and also about to get my first ever camera sony a7iii....cold this lens fullill my expectations { for all purpose } pls reply im very much confuse in both 50mm or tamron's 28-75 mm f2.8
This lens will work for such functionality however I do suggest looking at the rokinon that I mentioned at the end of this video as the autofocus is a lot smoother and may get you a little better mileage than this 50mm
New sub here I have a question what do you think the best all around tamron lens would be I have a Sony a 7ii thanks.
I think the 28-75 is the best option, though Sigma just came out with a new one which is a 28-70 which is a great lens to consider as well if you want a little bit of a smaller lens
Yup did the comparison with this and 55 and bought 55 1.8 and damn, it's so sharp..
Yeah I've used the 55mm for years and just had this 50mm for a month and a bit to review. It was hard not to take the 55mm with me everywhere like I normally do, it's just nicer in every way than the 50mm [though considerably more expensive]
Nice video Shane!
Thank you 😊
lucky I got the Sony 50mm f1.8 OSS as I only use it for vdo on an APS-C; so no noise !!
Great reviews bro! Did follow you 👍🏼
You should put the affiliate links so you can make extras 💪🏼
Thank you ☺️ I had affiliate links for a while but they weren't used enough so I lost them 😅 I'll try again when my channel is a bit bigger
Thanks you saved me money
Glad I could help
Such an honest review
That's what i was aiming for, thank you!
Great video! I was lucky to the sony 50mm lens with my camera(a7one😅 now upgrade to the a7riii) I'll say the 50mm just one of them lens that's just ok nothing amazing but gets the job done lens 📸😁
Thank you! I've yet to see an a7 original, that's awesome! Yeah I concur, it is a very simple lens, it does its job 🤷
@@ShaneBethlehem the a7 not that bad, I did a few weddings with it. Just have to carry 6 batteries to last the day 😅
CAN I HAVE AN AFFILIATE LINK
one day... one day...
canon nifty 50 was around 99$, this sony is 249$
Very true, the classic nifty 50's certainly were a better value, though the modern RF variant for canon is a similar price to this one now
*excellent* video on the 50mm
Many thanks!