I own a Fujinon A18x7.6 (7.6-137mm F1.8), I would say this is the perfect lens for M43 mirrorless camera users, it gives lots of flexibility for shooting different scenarios that never seen before. I would highly recommend those TV zoom lenses even for camera users.
@@robbi-blechdoseI don't know, but across my own experiences with this lens, I would say it's 85% suitable even for a HD (1920*1080) video situation, especially under a broadcast standard bitrate and senior resolution. But it did lose loads of resolution when wide open in F1.8, it caused a lot of blooming and became visibly soft, but once reduced to F2.8 or F4.0, it's pretty decent. One big issue is that it contains a lot of CA around the edges, it would be kinda noticeable on a HD video. I got my lens just for just 250 USD, so I would accept all of those issues on this 2007 lens.
Hiya! Thanks for the interesting video! Exactly what I was looking for. Could you tell me if the zoom speed is possible to do "fast" when using the remote, as in can you change the zoom speed. Also regarding 2:56: Is it a problem in general use? Like zoom out quickly and then not being able to focus as quickly? Thanks!
Glad you liked it! The zoom speed is adjustable on the lens handgrip, the remote has no adjustment. Both the remote and the handgrip rockers are variable-speed though. I've not found the 2:56 problem to be a problem in general use - typically you'll focus much slower than the maximum speed of the motor. The one exception to this is a crash zoom (in!), where you'll need to focus a large distance very quickly. Zooming out quickly isn't a problem since the DoF becomes very large, meaning you have a very large margin for error.
What camera did you use for the test shots starting at 4:05? Images on both lenses looked pretty good to me! Edit: I should add, mostly curious what sensor size these type of lenses can cover.
That was the PMW-350 shown a few seconds prior. It has 3 2/3" chips (one per color). Most ENG lenses cover this sensor size, as it's extremely common in broadcasting and has been in use since at least the 1980s.
Looks decent. Although the Fujinon is objectively better, you could probably get away with using the Angenieux on the HD camera as I always find the distortion around the edges isn't that noticeable in practise. P.S. Do we get a tour of your PMW-350 some time? TH-cam has a shortage of these :D. I've seen some of your PMW-350 videos and they look very nice.
@@stevecoatesdotnet I agree, I might use this lens for events where a "studio" configuration is required, as I don't have a focus remote for the Fujinon. I've got a video about the PMW-350 planned, but it might be a bit until it's done :)
I own a Fujinon A18x7.6 (7.6-137mm F1.8), I would say this is the perfect lens for M43 mirrorless camera users, it gives lots of flexibility for shooting different scenarios that never seen before. I would highly recommend those TV zoom lenses even for camera users.
I wonder how a resolution chart of your lens would look, seeing as it's an SD lens as well.
@@robbi-blechdoseI don't know, but across my own experiences with this lens, I would say it's 85% suitable even for a HD (1920*1080) video situation, especially under a broadcast standard bitrate and senior resolution. But it did lose loads of resolution when wide open in F1.8, it caused a lot of blooming and became visibly soft, but once reduced to F2.8 or F4.0, it's pretty decent. One big issue is that it contains a lot of CA around the edges, it would be kinda noticeable on a HD video. I got my lens just for just 250 USD, so I would accept all of those issues on this 2007 lens.
Thanks for the video, ive found one for less than 50 euros years ago and i still love it for the price
Wow, that's an excellent deal!
Which camera are you using it on?
@@robbi-blechdose Gh5, hpx500 and all i could use when i have to really
Hiya! Thanks for the interesting video! Exactly what I was looking for. Could you tell me if the zoom speed is possible to do "fast" when using the remote, as in can you change the zoom speed. Also regarding 2:56: Is it a problem in general use? Like zoom out quickly and then not being able to focus as quickly? Thanks!
Update: Seems like you're the one offering this lens on Kleinanzeigen? It has exactly the same scratch marks.
Glad you liked it!
The zoom speed is adjustable on the lens handgrip, the remote has no adjustment. Both the remote and the handgrip rockers are variable-speed though.
I've not found the 2:56 problem to be a problem in general use - typically you'll focus much slower than the maximum speed of the motor. The one exception to this is a crash zoom (in!), where you'll need to focus a large distance very quickly. Zooming out quickly isn't a problem since the DoF becomes very large, meaning you have a very large margin for error.
What camera did you use for the test shots starting at 4:05? Images on both lenses looked pretty good to me! Edit: I should add, mostly curious what sensor size these type of lenses can cover.
That was the PMW-350 shown a few seconds prior.
It has 3 2/3" chips (one per color). Most ENG lenses cover this sensor size, as it's extremely common in broadcasting and has been in use since at least the 1980s.
@@robbi-blechdose Very cool! For a nearly 15 year old camera, the image holds up really well!
@@aefilmsweddings Thank you! I actually shoot most of my video on that camera, including the scenes showing the lens here.
Looks decent. Although the Fujinon is objectively better, you could probably get away with using the Angenieux on the HD camera as I always find the distortion around the edges isn't that noticeable in practise.
P.S. Do we get a tour of your PMW-350 some time? TH-cam has a shortage of these :D. I've seen some of your PMW-350 videos and they look very nice.
@@stevecoatesdotnet I agree, I might use this lens for events where a "studio" configuration is required, as I don't have a focus remote for the Fujinon.
I've got a video about the PMW-350 planned, but it might be a bit until it's done :)