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Nikon Z 24mm f/1.7 DX Long Term Lens Review
In this video I shoot the Nikon Z 24mm f/1.7 DX lens and compare it to similar focal length options.
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Nikon Z 28mm f2.8 Long Term Lens Review - Good Enough?
Переглядів 7 тис.4 місяці тому
In this video I shoot the Nikon Z 28mm f2.8 and examine whether this lens is a compelling buy. Thanks for checking out the video!
Nikon Pixel Shift Review: Product Photography with Z8 & Zf
Переглядів 2,6 тис.4 місяці тому
In this video I use Nikon's Pixel Shift technology for some close up product work, tethered with NX Tether and NX Studio. I review the resolution improvements and assess the noise reduction options in NX Studio. Thanks for checking out the video!
Nikon Z 40mm f2 Long Term Lens Review - A Flawed Gem?
Переглядів 17 тис.4 місяці тому
In this video I shoot the Nikon Z 40mm f2 and examine the widely differing views on the lens. Thanks for checking out the video!
Review: Tamron 150-500 on Nikon Crop DX Bodies
Переглядів 3 тис.5 місяців тому
In this video I test the Tamron 150-500 on the Z30, ZFC and Z50 Nikon crop DX bodies. Thanks for checking out the video!
Ulanzi F38 Backpack Strap Clip Version 2 Review
Переглядів 7 тис.5 місяців тому
In this video I review the second generation of the Ulanzi backpack strap clip and compare it to the first version. Thanks for checking out the video!
Nikon Z Mount / Tamron 150-500 Long Term Review
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In this video I review the Tamron 150-500 for the Z mount. Thanks for checking out the video!
Nikon Z Mount / Tamron 150-500 Auto Focus Test
Переглядів 5 тис.6 місяців тому
In this video I review the auto focus capabilities of the Tamron Z 150-500 on the Nikon Z8. Thanks for checking out the video!
Nikon Z8 & Tamron 150-500 Z Mount eVR anomaly
Переглядів 4,2 тис.7 місяців тому
In this video I identify a possible error in the way the Nikon Z8 and Tamron Z 150-500 applies eVR when regular image stabilization is enabled. Thanks for checking out the video!
Micro Four Thirds: Panasonic Leica 9mm f1.7 Review
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In this video I shoot the PL 9mm every day for a month to figure out how to take less dull UWA images and review the lens while I am about it. Thanks for checking out the video!
Olympus OM Workspace: USB-RAW RAW developing on low spec computer
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In this video I develop RAW files on an older computer in both a standalone manner as well as using the camera's processor in conjunction with the computer. Punchline: the camera's USB-RAW functionality is MUCH faster than the standalone computer. I also develop the same RAW files on a M2 Pro Mac Mini to see how a new desktop would peform. Thanks for checking out the video!
Olympus E-M1 mk1 - How bad was the continuous auto focus really?
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I take a look at the continuous auto-focus performance of the original Olympus E-M1 mark 1. It was much better than I remembered!
Micro Four Thirds: Panasonic Leica 50-200 / Cheap Medium Telephoto Zoom Comparison
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In this video I compare the Panasonic Leica 50-200mm f2.8 - f4 to three cheaper zooms to see if you get better sharpness in a real world test. Olympus 40-150 f4-5.6 Panasonic 14-140mm mk II Panasonic 45-150mm f4-5.6 Thanks for checking out the video!

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  • @bailey.nt86
    @bailey.nt86 5 годин тому

    Damn i thought i was listening to a jklenes review. You sound almost exactly like that guy.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 4 години тому

      I’ll have to check him out!

  •  5 годин тому

    Very interesting, thanks for testing ansd sharing

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 4 години тому

      Many thanks for watching the video!

  •  2 дні тому

    I got the laowa 7.5 😅 yep is challenging, but when you use it for horizontal portraits is nice

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave День тому

      It definitely requires a thoughtful approach to get interesting images from such a wide field of view. Glad you’re enjoying your Laowa!

    •  13 годин тому

      @@jonneave If I had known that Lumix was going to release this 9mm I would have waited, I really miss autofocus. But it has been useful to me, I used it in a short film and I use it a lot in events, where the context in which the person is is important. The use of 85mm for portraits is very strange for me, because I have always wanted the context in which the subject is located to be seen. I think semi-telephotos are used because they allow you to erase the background and "beautify" the angles of the face. But a super wide angle allows you to be right next to the person speaking and see the reactions of those around them and up to the ceiling... hahahaha

  • @SteveHartmanVideos
    @SteveHartmanVideos 5 днів тому

    I’m coming from a 7D and just picked up the EM-1 mk1 with a 20 mm f1.7 pancake motorized lens that is too slow for moving objects. Would you say it is at least as good or better with an appropriate lens maybe the 14 to 40 mm 2.8 pro?

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 дні тому

      Hey Steve, thanks for checking out the video. That’s an interesting question. The 7D is a decent camera for moving subjects. The 20mm f/1.7 is a really nice little lens but it has very slow focus motors. Pretty much any other micro four thirds lens will be faster. When I used the E-M1.1 in this video it would perform nicely with moving subjects. The 12-40mm is a very nice lens and I’m pretty confident it would work as well as the PL 50-200 and Oly 75mm that I used in the video for this task. Thanks again for checking out the video.

  • @nuclear64_
    @nuclear64_ 8 днів тому

    Fantastic video. Thanks

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 8 днів тому

      Thanks for the very kind comment! Very pleased you liked it.

  • @hasangokhansenturk2703
    @hasangokhansenturk2703 12 днів тому

    Manuel focus in dark impossible

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 12 днів тому

      Hi. Thanks for checking out the video. Manual focus in the dark is difficult for sure!

  • @MB-dq2gz
    @MB-dq2gz 14 днів тому

    I kind of tabled this lens when o got it also and left it as a car kit with my Z50. I revisited the lens when I purchased a ZF and i have to say that I do like the rendering of it although S line contrast, colors and sharpness is better. It falls into my ZF bag typically with the 28mm F/2.8 and the Voigtlander 50mm F/1.0 Z.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 12 днів тому

      It’s a handy little lens for a grab and go set up.

  • @sramabadran
    @sramabadran 19 днів тому

    Curious to how you think it compares to the 28mm f/2.8

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Hey Sramabadran, thanks for checking out the video. I made a review of the 28mm f2.8 where I commented on the performance similarities and differences to the 40mm. Check it out and let me know if you have any questions!

  • @CaesarZheng
    @CaesarZheng 21 день тому

    Liam Neeson is testing lens for us~~

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Liam has impressive range! Thanks for checking out the video.

  • @KSergey1970
    @KSergey1970 22 дні тому

    500 bucks is not a big price to pay to sell a used lens. You are unlikely to sell Tamron without a huge discount.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Hey Sergey, thanks for comment. Do you have a super telephoto? Any thoughts on your choice? Thanks.

    • @KSergey1970
      @KSergey1970 17 днів тому

      @@jonneave I recently sold a Sigma 120-300 2.8 sport. Because now I’m not filming what I bought it for. If I ever buy something similar, it will be Nikkor Z.

  • @Telly26
    @Telly26 23 дні тому

    Great test thank you! I now feel better about owning the Z 28 SE with my Z fc.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Thanks for checking out the video and for taking the time to comment. I hope you’re enjoying your 28mm!

  • @rickkremer0525
    @rickkremer0525 24 дні тому

    Hi, I also have the Nikon Z8 and the Tamron 150-500z mount lens. And I thought I was losing my mind. Originally, I thought it was issues with my tripod and bought a new tripod. I am shooting still images and every time I shoot at 500 mm with a 30 second exposure a constantly get blurred images. Has anyone been able to find a remedy to this?

    • @rickkremer0525
      @rickkremer0525 23 дні тому

      Hi folks, I reached out to Tamron, and they said I needed to turn off the VR within the camera, because as they said to me in an email, " The VC has to be turned off - it is a floating mechanism and if the camera/lens is stable, it will shake and ruin your images ☹"

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Hey Rick, thanks very much for checking out the video and for the info from Tamron. It’s interesting that VC is causing blurred images on a tripod. In the past, this was seen as a potential issue but it’s informative to know that it’s still an issue for a 2023 vintage lens. Thanks again for the insight.

    • @rickkremer0525
      @rickkremer0525 16 днів тому

      @@jonneave You are very welcome. I hope it helps out others that might be getting blurry images when using a tripod and this lens. Cheers! and Happy Monday

  • @Lucidexplore
    @Lucidexplore 24 дні тому

    Could it be your copy that has the AF noise? Mine doesn’t at all and I’ve been using it for interview video recordings.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Hey Lucid, thanks for the comment. Mine is pretty quiet for sure. I was just trying to point out the lens was not quite as silent as the Nikon marketing material would have us believe. If there is any ambient noise or you’re using a separate mic its never going to be an issue. Thanks for checking out the video.

  • @pandeluckymahardika3354
    @pandeluckymahardika3354 26 днів тому

    My keep lens on the z30. Compact and light Also very sharp

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Thanks for checking out the video. I’m glad you’re enjoying the lens!

  • @rinaldodelucca8073
    @rinaldodelucca8073 29 днів тому

    I couldn't make the Tamron 150-600 G1 autofocus work with my Z30 using the FTZ II.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Hey Rinaldo, thanks for checking out the video. I’ve not used that lens though I am aware that some older Tamron lenses were not compatible with the Z mount. I recall Tamron updating the firmware on their newer F mounts lenses so they could be used with the FTZ adapter on a Z mount camera. I don’t know if the 150-600 G1 received that update. Thanks for the comment.

  • @Njstafford
    @Njstafford 29 днів тому

    Your videos are great! Using them a lot to help me decide on purchasing. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise!

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 17 днів тому

      Thanks for checking out the video and the very kind comments!

  • @bahadurshroff8792
    @bahadurshroff8792 Місяць тому

    Jon, am sorry for the spelling error in your name via my earlier post. Please excuse my error. Regards.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 5 днів тому

      Hey no worries Bahadur! I’m very happy you took the time to comment - much appreciated.

  • @bahadurshroff8792
    @bahadurshroff8792 Місяць тому

    Hi John, Have been extensively checking online & I find from the various comments that there is a Firmware issue regarding Tamron lenses coupled with ALL Z MOUNT NIKONS. People with Z50, Z5, Z6 ii, & Z7 have complained of the same issue that you have stated in your video of the Tamron 150-500 coupled with the Z8. Some have complained of grey fringing when they have used the Tamron 35-150 with their Z7. Another gentleman has complained of the Z50 coupled with the Tamron 100-400. I had placed an order for the Tamron 100-400 just yesterday & casually decided in the night to see the comments of other photographers using the Z8 when I came across the aforesaid comments of the Z Mount Users. Thanks for your Review. By the way, I have cancelled the order for the Tamron 100-400 lens. I'll stick to buying the Nikon Z Mount 100-400 lens as & when I can collect the dough. Have a great day, John. Till Tamron corrects this anomaly with a Software Update, Nikon Z Mount Owners should avoid Tamron lenses.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 5 днів тому

      Thanks very much for sharing your experience. It helps with our collective understanding of issues related to Tamron lenses. Let’s hope Tamron rectifies these issues soon.

  • @BelfastBiker
    @BelfastBiker Місяць тому

    just orderd one yesterday on eBay. £170 for the E-M1 Classic is a steal. Ordered a 45mm and 25mm lenses with it. Entire collection was less than £400, lol....

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      That’s a bargain! You’ll have a very capable system that can take some really nice images! Enjoy your new camera!

  • @RamonLinares
    @RamonLinares Місяць тому

    Thanks for the video, very insightful! I am new to Nikon and I just got the Z5 with this lens for casual/travel photography. I find it good enough for the price but it’s obviously a lens that prioritises the form factor over performance and for that it’s great. I have the ‘special edition’ as it was the only one in stock in the shop. Do you know if it’s optically different from the regular edition or is it just the same lens with different aesthetics?

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey Ramon, congrats on the new camera! I think you’ve pretty much nailed the 40mm f2. It’s built to a price and a size and has some appreciable strengths. The SE is optically identical to the regular 40mm f2. I think the SE looks the nicer of the two. Enjoy your new cam!

  • @J-Young_photography
    @J-Young_photography Місяць тому

    but 3rd party lens instead. This type of kit lens is never too good anyway.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey James, it’s far from being bad but it does have some limitations. And as you say, there are some compelling third party alternates. Thanks for checking out the video!

  • @emeraldisland2023
    @emeraldisland2023 Місяць тому

    Jon found this review by accident. Love your comprehensive and authoritative approach. Now subscribing.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey Emerald, I’m very happy you found some value in the video! And thanks for commenting!

  • @darrenheapsphotography
    @darrenheapsphotography Місяць тому

    It’s the photographer who has the limitations and not the lens😂

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Thanks for checking out the video.

  • @cjsmydude
    @cjsmydude Місяць тому

    Thanks for the detailed review and the comparison with the 28mm. I have the 28mm f/2.8 on my Z50 and was getting itchy lens buying fingers. This has cured me somewhat :)

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Unless you really need the extra stop and a third of light, there’s little compelling reason to get the 24mm f1.7. Thanks for checking out the video!

  • @finknottle992
    @finknottle992 Місяць тому

    That’s a really informative video, thank you. I’m on the verge of moving from a D610 to mirrorless, and have an occasional use for close up environmental portraits and was looking at the 40mm. Like you, I’ve been coming across conflicting accounts, for which you’ve given a clear and reasonable, evidenced explanation, thank you. I think I’ll be passing on the 40 f/2 and will just come at that area in a different way with the longer primes that are on my list. I’ve watched a few of your videos and really like your style and your acknowledgement of confirmation bias - unique in all the reviews and comments I’ve seen. Cheers!

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey Fink, many thanks for your thoughtful comments. I think pretty much all products have pros and cons and it’s our preferences and tolerance to flaws that determine whether a product is right for us. A review should hopefully surface the strengths and weaknesses and then the user of the review can determine if they’re happy with a given set of compromises for their use case. I try to overcome my initial biases and preferences to look at the range of pros and cons. I’m very happy you find value in my approach. Thanks again!

  • @michaeljohannsen4872
    @michaeljohannsen4872 Місяць тому

    Thanks for this great critical and honest review 👍 As someone who’s interested in potentially switching from Canon to Nikon, your views and insights are very valuable to me 🙏

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey Michael, many thanks for your kind words. I’m very pleased you found value in it. Why are you looking to switch from Canon to Nikon?

    • @michaeljohannsen4872
      @michaeljohannsen4872 Місяць тому

      @@jonneavehello John, you know the old saying - the grass is always greener... :) I’ve been an extremely happy Canon shooter and my R5 is the absolute best camera i ever used (Aren’t we spoiled to live in these exciting times where cameras have evolved this much?!) Then there are these relatively small and light Nikon super Tele lenses that I’ve been infatuated ever since I’ve heard about them. Since I’m shooting a lot of wildlife, such a portable option as an addition to something even larger and “faster” is a great offering. This is a perfect example of a first world problem :) And these small prime lenses along also sound very compelling (as does the 24-70 f4 for it’s apparent sharpness, size + weight. If I could afford it I’d have both systems or have them both for extended periods of time to really get a feeling if this all isn’t just too good to be true? I guess I’m somewhat polycamerous 🌈😇 With love from Vienna

  • @michaeljohannsen4872
    @michaeljohannsen4872 Місяць тому

    Great, straight to the point review! 🤗

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Many thanks Michael! I appreciate the feedback!

  • @plamendimitrov4068
    @plamendimitrov4068 Місяць тому

    Hello sir, i have z6 ii, prime S lenses and z fc. I want a light kit z fc and 2 lenses to carry everyday with me. I have sigma 56 1.4 and I am torn between 24 1.7 and 28 2.8. I am afraid that would not be satisfied with the picture quality(sharpness, ghosting and flaring). Sigma 56 1.4 is on par in almost every situations with nikon S lenses. May you help me with advice, in my city there is no local store, so I everything i bought is based on charts and reviews...🙏🏻

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey Plamen, many thanks for checking out the video. I’ve used the sigma 56m f1.4 on my micro four thirds bodies and I like it a lot. I think since you have the Z6 ii and the ZFc, the 28mm f2.8 may be the right choice, unless you’re looking to pair it with just the ZFc. What’s your intended use for a new lens?

  • @inkpenman
    @inkpenman Місяць тому

    Enjoyed your video. Appreciate especially the section on you sharing on your journey to making this ultra wide view work for you. By the way, noticed that in recent videos you also use the Nikon crop sensor camera. In your opinion, it is worth to scratch the itch to migrate from olympus micro 4/3 to Nikon crop sensor? (As weight and size comparable in my opinion). Thank you.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey Ink, thanks very much for checking out the video. It’s been over a year and I think I’m still on that ultra wide journey! I do have both Nikon and micro four thirds gear. And I have both full frame and APSC Nikon bodies. I have found the autofocus on the fairly entry level Nikon crop bodies to be a bit easier to find and stay focused on subjects than my latest Olympus body which is the E-M1 iii. I have been shooting my kids skiing, mountain biking, playing soccer and softball with my ZFc and 50-250 when i want to go light. I have a couple of PL lens (50-200 & 100-400) which I’d love to use on a better AF performing micro four thirds body. And to that end, I’ve noticed that the O-M1.1 has dropped significantly since the mk 2 was released so I put an order in for that body which should arrive soon! I’m hoping the AF is a step up from my E-M1 iii and Nikon crop bodies and goes some way to closing the gap to that of my Z8….lets see! Thanks again for checking out the video.

  • @bencompson
    @bencompson Місяць тому

    As someone has already mentioned you can't really get a 24-70 f/4 S for the price of the 28mm f/2.8 S, used or otherwise. I'm currently seeing a difference of $200 for used from reputable dealers. I have the 14-30 S. I have the 24-70 S. I love them both but even though they are small for what they are, they are often too big for casual carry. And my 70-200 f/2.8 certainly is. So how do you go super small and super light? Well, Nikon gives you those options with the 40 f/2, the 28 f/2.8 and the 26 f/2.8 (which unlike the other two is not cheap at all). I don't think it is practical to compare them with fast high end expensive primes. I don't even think it is practical to compare them to fast cheap Chinese primes. None of these are small and light. And I think that is the take home story here. Anyone expecting sub $300, small, lightweight primes to perform in the same way as large expensive primes is not being realistic. Small and light can be an extremely important aspects of a lens and that is going to come at a cost. Especially when you add 'cheap' to that formula. The adage about tripods comes to mind: Cheap. Light. Strong. You get to pick two of those. I already have the 40mm f2. I have no delusions about it. I have three S level lenses to compare it to. But I find it to be one of my favorite lenses. Likewise, at the next opportunity I will pick up a used 28 f2.8. I expect similar utility from it. These lenses turn a Z7 nearly into a compact camera. THAT is their magic.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Thanks for your perspective. It’s adds to the discourse.

    • @bencompson
      @bencompson Місяць тому

      @@jonneave I just saw that Viltrox has a full frame autofocus 40mm f/2.5 for Nikon Z mount. It may have been out for a while, I don't know. I haven't seen any reviews. It is a tiny bit larger and heavier. Not quite as fast but only $158! If it is no worse than the Nikkor it would be a compelling buy over the 40mm f/2. Thanks for your patience with us argumentative viewers. ;-)

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey George, that’s not a lens I have used but it looks interesting for the price. I did pick up the V 20mm f2.8 for the Z mount as I didn’t want to splurge on a 14-30 at this point. For $158 the 20mm f2.8 is a pretty tidy lens. Great to have choices! And no worries about the back and forth! I learn something every time! Thanks again for taking the time to leave comments.

  • @furkanozcan77
    @furkanozcan77 Місяць тому

    Thanks for these informative reviews. Skipping the hype and citing the shortcomings in a direct manner.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Thanks Furkan! I appreciate the feedback and I’m glad it’s helpful. Thanks for checking out the video!

  • @MrDunk66
    @MrDunk66 Місяць тому

    I am a bit late watching this but if you are just processing the ORFs using the JPEG settings at the time of capture, and passing them straight through OMW without editing, and exporting a JPEG, why not just shoot JPEG+RAW in the first place and import the JPEGs to LR. What am I missing?

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey Dunk. Thanks for checking out the video. This process allows you to select JPEG settings/develop the RAW on your computer like other RAW development apps. But it hands off the processing back to the camera’s processor to speed up the RAW processing rather than relying on the computer’s processor. Does that better explain it? Best.

    • @MrDunk66
      @MrDunk66 Місяць тому

      @@jonneave Thanks Jon, I think I missed the point. I understand that you would do this if the in-camera JPEG settings were not right at the time of capture and needed reprocessing from the RAW. If the RAW processor can recover highlights and shadows, you wonder why these tools are not present in the camera. I guess we will see in-camera RAW processing equivalent to what can be done of the PC at some stage - as computing power seems to be increasing every iteration

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      @MrDunk66 Well as it happens a few camera brands allow you to process a RAW file in camera as many times and in as many ways as you like using the picture styles/picture controls that you’d select when typically shooting JPEG, using the cameras JPEG engine and saving the files to the memory card. Obviously this isn’t as flexible as a standalone editor but being able to process a RAW file in the camera a few different ways (eg flat, vivid, monotone) can be helpful when you dont have access to a computer but dont want to initially capture a JPEG. And some brands allow picture-style bracketing - think exposure bracketing but instead of adjusting the exposure automatically, you’re applying every picture style to the RAW and saving all of those files to the memory card. This could be useful in say high contrast situations for instance when having a range of styles to chose from might be helpful. Thanks again for checking out the video.

  • @bencompson
    @bencompson 2 місяці тому

    I bought this lens almost as soon as I went mirrorless with a Z7. It is small, cheap and fast. And there really isn't anything comparable that is also small, cheap and fast. I'm not sure what more really needs to be said. It stays on my Z7 most of the time because when it is on there I'm much more likely to pick it up and take it with me compared to my larger S lenses. I'm not a pixel peeper or a measure-bater so the perceived weaknesses of this lens have never been an issue for me. I have had no focus issues. Given its readily apparent limitations (cheap, light, simple design) I find this to be one of my favorite lenses. For potential buyers: Don't overthink it. Find a used one, get it, use it , enjoy it and remember if it were small, fast and perfect you probably wouldn't be able to afford it.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey George, thanks for checking out the video and for taking the time to comment. I think for many/most people your sentiments ring true. Others may frequently shoot in a style that runs into the limitations of the lens (eg portraits, wide open & close up) and will end up disappointed. I can understand the views of both camps. Thanks again.

    • @bencompson
      @bencompson Місяць тому

      @@jonneave Agreed. My point is that it seems that this level of disappointment is disproportionate to the cost and design of the lens (plastic mount, six elements!). One wonders what those folks were expecting for $226 (US), new. Anyway, I appreciate the thorough review but I also think reviewers need to keep things in context. I would reference Christopher Frost's balanced review of the lens which is generally positive and concludes: "There's not much more you can ask from of lens of this price point."

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave Місяць тому

      Hey George, thanks for the thoughts. I feel I explained the pros and the cons of the lens as I see them. I like Chris Frost though he is often reviewing a lens that he only has for a short while. I think this must preclude anyone from really knowing a lens the way you do if you shoot a lens over a longer period of time. I’m very much a longer focal length shooter and if I’m shooting wide, I am generally up close on my subject with the aperture wide open. When you take pictures in this manner with the 40mm f2, especially portraits, there are significant limitations. Is this unreasonable for a $300 lens, you’d have to answer that within your reference frame of value and priorities. When I initially bought the lens, I shot it a few times and thought it was disappointing. If you only shoot close up wide open, I think it would not be good value at any price. When, a year later, I used the lens further for other roles, it performs quite nicely. I think my review speaks to the overall performance of the lens and doesn’t seek to prioritize one use case over another, as I know folks have different preferences. But it’s all good that we have different preferences, priorities, perception of value and of balance. I appreciate your thoughts.

    • @bencompson
      @bencompson Місяць тому

      @@jonneave I think 10 years ago complaining about the performance of a $300 lens would be perfectly legit. Now, not so much since there is literally no other option for a lens of similar size for that price, which, by the way, is now $226, not $300. The ancient comparable F lens is the AF 50mm 1.8 is now $130! The AF-S version is $200. When someone, maybe Sigma, maybe a Chinese company, comes out with a small light cheap fast 40mm that outperforms it, then we'd have something to compare it to. Until then, comparing it to a faster, heavier, sharper and more expensive lens is like comparing a Miata to a Ferrari. I like your reviews but if they lack context then they run the risk of lacking real world application. Would I recommend it for someone who only shoots up close and wide open? Of course not. But I would wonder why they expected such a lens to do so to begin with.

  • @alanballew9218
    @alanballew9218 2 місяці тому

    Excellent video. Gets right to the heart of the issues which need to be considered when contemplating buying this lens. I am looking to expand my kit, but I have 3 Nikon zoom lenses which cover the range from 14mm to 400mm. The 1-stop difference between f4 and f2.8 is not a good tradeoff for loss in image quality. I had been considering both this lens, and the 40mm f2, and as a result of your videos decided not to spend my money on either of them. If I am going to stick prime lens in the middle of my available zoom range, I want it to be blazingly sharp and fast.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hey Alan, thanks for taking the time to comment and for the kind feedback. I’d guessing you have the 14-30, 24-120 (or 24-70) and 100-400? There’s definitely a trade off in size and speed between the zooms and the muffins but with the 24-70 in particular, I find the flexibility of the zoom more appealing than the smaller size of the 28mm and its one stop advantage. The 40mm does give you a couple of stops which is very useful in low light but the close up wide open performance is not good. That said, it’s nice Nikon has given us a number of options at different price points. Thanks again.

  • @Camedia74
    @Camedia74 2 місяці тому

    Great video! I find it gets stuck on the base plate similar to the v1 strap. Do you have any suggestions for that?

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hey Camedia. Thanks for checking out the video. As long as the top retaining lug is retracted before you push the camera plate into the clip I found it goes in quite happily. There is enough slack around the plate and the clip that it wiggles just a little. How/where are you finding it sticking?

    • @Camedia74
      @Camedia74 2 місяці тому

      Thanks Jon. I was finding it sticking the same way you mentioned in the video on the V1. Basically just requiring perfect alignment. Also I’m talking about the base plate that I put onto a tripod. You do make a great point that I hadn’t thought of that it makes sense to be tighter on a tripod.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Ah, I follow! The plates that attach to a tripod are definitely tight just like the v1 backpack clip. I understand why this is but it can be awkward. I think I recently saw a glimpse of a video where the F38 plates would push down into the base rather than slide in. That way you get the benefit of a tight interface but without having to take undue care lining things up. I hope they release this type of base soon. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

  • @SumanPaul-qf7jo
    @SumanPaul-qf7jo 2 місяці тому

    Which lens should I buy,Nikon 200-500 mm f5.6 f mount lens or Tamron 150-500 mm f6.3

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      I think it comes down to budget. The 200-500 can be had quite cheaply second hand but it’s a good bit larger. I’ve not tested it, but I’d guess it’s a little less sharp but plenty of people like the results of the 200-500. Thanks for checking out the video.

    • @SumanPaul-qf7jo
      @SumanPaul-qf7jo 2 місяці тому

      Sir, I shall gratful to you if you upload a video on UA-cam about the comparison between the tow lenses

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Sadly I dont have the 200-500. It didn’t factor into my decision to buy the Tamron 150-500 due to its larger size and it required an FTZ adapter which further increases the bulk. If I had an FTZ adapter and wanted the cheaper option, I’d have gone with the 200-500 or stuck with my old Tamron 100-400 F mount lens. Best.

    • @xwin557x3
      @xwin557x3 16 днів тому

      @@jonneave Definitely the Nikon. Sharp all the way through and Tracking locks on very well. Heavy though.

  • @J-Young_photography
    @J-Young_photography 2 місяці тому

    should compare panny 50-200 vs Oly 40-150 f2.8 pro +mc14, that will be a better comparison, but of course the Oly pro lens are lot more heavy and also with a heavier plus the extensor weight too.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hi James. I used to the own the 40-150 f2.8 pro lens. It’s a really nice lens. It bigger than the PL 50-200 and obviously shorter in reach, but has a fixed aperture across the focal range. I liked it a lot and was very happy to shoot it wide open at any focal length. I’m not a fan of teleconverters. I’ve had three 1.4x converters (EF, Olympus, Z Mount) and never found them useful. They decrease resolution and light gathering for little tangible benefit. Cropping the image is a cheaper way of getting to the same place while retaining a stop of light. YMMV. Thanks for checking out the video.

  • @brianmckeever5280
    @brianmckeever5280 2 місяці тому

    I own the PL 50-200, and love it. Most of the images I take just seem to make sense with that lens.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      It’s definitely one of my favourites in the µ4/3 system. A get compromise between focal length, aperture, build and image quality. We have some great choices. Thanks for checking out the video.

  • @jos3zavalar3cillas
    @jos3zavalar3cillas 2 місяці тому

    I feel like to series G 24 and 28 mm 1.8 the adapter yet have I feel isn’t a wrong idea!. Saludos 🇲🇽

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      We have some great options at a variety of price points! Thanks for checking out the video.

  • @haripkartha
    @haripkartha 2 місяці тому

    Which cam and lens using for this video

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hey Harip, it was on a Z8 with the 24-120 f4 at 4k/30 and AF-F. I’m at around 40mm focal length give or take. Thanks for checking out the video.

  • @Mordredh1107
    @Mordredh1107 2 місяці тому

    Great review, but the biggest reveal was that strap loop on the Peak Design sling! This is going to make my life so much easier xD

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Yeah it’s nice pulling the camera from the bag just once when you’re out and about and then rapidly attaching / detaching it using the clip. Thanks for checking out the video!

    • @RASimpson76
      @RASimpson76 2 місяці тому

      It looks like you have a second base mount for the F22/38 GoPro. Which one is that adapter for the F22 to fit snug on the F38?

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hey, thanks for checking out the video. If you’re referring to around 5:50 in the video, that’s a screen grab from Ulanzi’s website. I think that set-up is a regular F38 plate screwed into the Ulanzi 2554 Falcam F22 & F38 Quick Release Ball Head for Action Camera. Per their website, it looks like the 2554 will mount directly into the v1 clip but it appears it needs the F38 plate for it to work with the v2 clip. www.ulanzi.com/products/falcam-f22-f38-quick-release-ball-head-for-action-camera-2554 Let me know if you need any further clarification. Cheers.

    • @RASimpson76
      @RASimpson76 2 місяці тому

      @jonneave funny. I came up with that idea on my own when I saw how the fit was loose. The F38 base to adapt it works great and feels secure. Too bad they discontinued their F38 Action Camera base.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      The F38 action cam base would simplify it for sure. I think I have three layers of quick releases on one of my tripod/head/camera combos - I may have over thought it! Great products and versatility!

  • @themechanicontrack8723
    @themechanicontrack8723 2 місяці тому

    Did i just watch Liam Neeson reviewing a Camera Clip?

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      I was going for a Ralph Fienes but happy to come off as Liam Neeson! Thanks for checking out the Oscar nominated video.

  • @che_kv
    @che_kv 2 місяці тому

    very informative. Thank you

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Many thanks Che - and thanks for checking out the video!

  • @jnetto
    @jnetto 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I'm a newcomer to the Nikon system, and this video helped me decide on my next prime lens. Best regards from Sao Paulo, Brazil!

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hey Jose - thanks for checking out the video. I think you’ll very much enjoy the Nikon Z system. Which camera body did you buy and which lenses do you have already?

  • @intrinsicimagery
    @intrinsicimagery 2 місяці тому

    Had this lens. Thought it was junk and sold it. Bought the Viltrox 28mm 1.8, and love it.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hey Intrinsic, thanks very much for checking out the video and for taking the time to comment. I would say the lens is less compelling than most but it generally adequate if unspectacular. I haven’t checked out the Viltrox 28mm f1.8 but I bought the Viltrox 20mm f2.8 which is very compelling for the money. Thanks again.

  • @jojo-gs4wg
    @jojo-gs4wg 2 місяці тому

    Thank you once again for sharing your knowledge with us. Your ability to explain the intricacies of Nikon pixel shift in a clear and concise manner was truly impressive.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hey Jo Jo, you are very kind - I’m very glad you found it helpful. Thanks for checking out the video.

  • @technodronesogxl9783
    @technodronesogxl9783 2 місяці тому

    This is an excellent lens that I had while shooting with a Fuji XH2. This was good for landscape and bird watching. Now its this or the 180 600mm for my Z8. Im leaning towards the 180 600mm for reach. I always wished the the Tamron had a rad bit more reach.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for checking out the video. I agree it’s a great lens. I think you’re trading compact size and lower price for a little more reach, better VR and maybe slightly better IQ. Good to have choices!

  • @maclo97
    @maclo97 2 місяці тому

    Very insightful and thorough Jon, great review!

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Many thanks Marco - I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for checking it out.

    • @maclo97
      @maclo97 2 місяці тому

      Any plans on reviewing the Z 26mm f2.8? I’d be very interested in that!

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Hey Marco, I’m not compelled to buy the 26mm f2.8. I really like the compact size but it’s expensive for a lens that doesn’t stack up to S line quality as nearly similar prices. I have been known to change my mine though….!

  • @jayavarmaj
    @jayavarmaj 2 місяці тому

    I just got the Ulanzi 2 clip and couldn’t figure out how to mount it. Your video helped me. Thanks a lot.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for checking out the video - I am glad you found it helpful!

  • @jwu2431
    @jwu2431 2 місяці тому

    Serious n presentable. U rock.

    • @jonneave
      @jonneave 2 місяці тому

      Many thanks J Wu! I’m glad you liked the video.