you have significantly less subscribers than many other people that have made reviews for these lenses.., yet your review is 10x more thorough than most of the other reviews.. i just wish I could have the 40mm in the size of the Laowa Nanomorph... ughhh dreams.. and for it to be S35 intended with a PL mount.. would be literally perfect.. oh well.., i'll make it work anyway!
Please do more vids. Rare to find a straight down to Earth info from a pro who knows this stuff inside out without usual UA-cam glitz and bias. Gold dust. Thanks.
Thank you for the kind words... please share, like, click the links and all that good stuff. There are more videos coming but long term it depends if there’s enough of an audience :)
"James", thank you so much for the info. Great video beautifully presented. Please do a video on the vintage lens you may find and where they might have been used. Be lucky stay safe.
Someone asked for a Vazen vs Sirui comparison, so I've got my hands on the 28mm they they will be announcing soon (this may be another exclusive) and I'm currently testing it. So I guess thats next but also working on "How to get work as a DOP" video. Thanks for the kind words, J
Lol so you have 2 videos on your channel...one from 3 years ago, and this one from 3 weeks ago? DUDE. You need to be doing way more vids. Very helpful, tons of fun and personality. Subbed! Also, we're yanks but wtf are y'all thinking with Revels? It's like, "Oh, I enjoyed that last one, what's this next OH IT'S CHOCOLATE COVERED RABBIT TURDS."
Haha... DUDE, you just made my morning, not with the flattery, we’re far too modest for that and you are too kind. Hope you survive to see the next one. There is a reason we are a nation of bad dentistry, yank chocolate is like “ oh, this one must be past it’s sell by date, nope this as fresh at it comes and their best attempt”... I often shed a tear for your nations children.
@@jamesstatham haha oh no doubt when it comes to chocolate you Brits destroy us. But at least we waved the flag and put all our effort into like...Sour Patch. There are only so many ways to aerate chocolate and the UK has found all of them. Looking forward to our next chat in 3 years!
Exactly the sort of video I was looking for man. Going to be renting the 40mm for a project (maybe two) this month. Now I just need the money to buy the set 😂 subbed man! Enjoyed your content!
The next video Vazen Vs Sirui out this week. Shortly followed by How to get Work as a DOP. Lots more to follow. Cheers for the sub 👍🏼 I know, but one video in, hopefully after a few vids, UA-cam algorithms will push the content and thus those subs will grow.
@@jamesstatham yes, for now I was specifically searching for a video about the Vazens but your video already came up quite early. Keep the quality and I am sure things are going to grow! I will watch with great interest.
Yep... The 28mm takes 77mm native, the 65mm takes 77mm filters fine with an adapter. The 40mm however, will vignette if you try to use any 77mm filter. Hope that helps, J
I was briefly planning on upgrading my ageing and beaten up Toyota Corolla but I’d far prefer a set of Vazen anamorphics and your excellent video vindicates accusations of extravagance. And actually buying these keeps me from ‘upgrading’ to full frame, so it’s in fact a saving. Economics is a science of choices. Talking of choices, as an anamorphic newby, which one would you suggest I dip my toe in the water with?
Hi Doug, It's a tough choice that largely depends on the work you're doing. Deciding on one focus length is a choice you're going to have to decide upon without influence of which lens is better... but I'll do my best to make the decision easier for you. Arguably the best lens for a solo shooter is the 28mm, its smaller so easier to use as a solo shooter, most of your lens accessories that you likely already have (filters, ff, matt box etc) are more likely to fit (unless you already have equip designed for cine lenses). with the 28mm you could (although I wouldn't recommend it) get away without lens support. You can get away with it on some smaller gambles, smaller sliders etc. BUT, like any lenses, the wider the focal range the deeper your depth of field, so without the use of diopters etc, its challenging to get large bolka... but the same goes for ANY lenses.So Id say the 28mm is the most versatile, but its horses for courses and knowing nothing about what type of stuff you shoot, its difficult/impossible to say. To be honest I could give a good argument for any of them to be your first purchase but then this is already turning into an extremely long response. I would say, if you're only going to own two lenses, then you want the 28mm and 65mm; because the 40mm isn't a world away from ether. However, on the same note, the 40mm (ergonomics aside) is the most versatile/standard focal range. I hope this helps in some way and hasn't made the decision harder! J
@@jamesstatham haha! Yes the decision is now harder because your excellent answer gave me some very relevant things to consider! I am a solo shooter/soundie/lighter/director/producer/caterer so the 28mm sounds like a good start. And I really love the warm flares on the 28 too! Thank you very much my friend 🙏🏻😌
@@the_black_douglas9041 I don’t yet know if there is anything in this but someone eluded that there are blue and orange flare options for the 28mm... I don’t know if there is any truth in that, but worth the question when purchasing.
I’m between upgrade my z cam e2c to m4 ( or s6 but I’m not sure if it’s cover the sensor) first or get 28mm can’t have both as it’s expensive hobby for me 😂
I’m watching and watching all over again and I’m very close to buy 28mm but I can’t understand other comparisons to sirui I know flares bokeh but this one is 1.8x is it all about anamorphic? Sorry for noob comment it’s my new hobby
Hi, I'll be releasing a full Sirui Vs Vazen set comparison this week. Maybe don't splash out just yet... the video will answer ANY questions you have, but be warned in order to do so, it's about half an hour long. It all boils down to what you'll be shooting. Hit subscribe, ring that bell and I'll see you to the right decisions for you. No question too noob, we were all noobs once... This channel is for those people who want to know what the genuine professionals think. There are too many pretenders out there, so I thought it would be a worthwhile channel to start. Hopefully it will help a lot of people.
These are the poorest construction i've ever seen in lenses. Iris guidance ring is actually threaded and using a thin screw to control the blades, no isolation but contrary on the 40mm M43 those whole comunicate directly with the optical elements in the lens, no o-rings, manufacturer (if we can call it like this) says you can not use focus motors on their lenses, also not calibrated from the factory, asymmetrical vignette, loose screws everywhere. How can you say these are well built?
Bag of revels. Loved that from a Brit living in Vegas.
you have significantly less subscribers than many other people that have made reviews for these lenses.., yet your review is 10x more thorough than most of the other reviews.. i just wish I could have the 40mm in the size of the Laowa Nanomorph... ughhh dreams..
and for it to be S35 intended with a PL mount.. would be literally perfect.. oh well.., i'll make it work anyway!
Very enjoyable to watch. Thank you for making this. Cheers and happy holidays.
Proper feed back for this glass, amazing presentation....you know i think you may actually know what your talking about, so i'll sub !
Kind words 👍
as a small channel myself, this video made me smile you really feel the heart in it. keep it up I'm enjoyed this video and watched the whole thing!
Hey Just a follow up ...to say thanks again actually picked up the 40mm vazen, so far so good !! great advice !!
Awesome review. Nice to see all them up side-by-side, I already have the 40mm and love it. Trying to decide on the 28 or 65 next.
Thank you...
I suppose it depends on what you’re filming. I hope in some way this helps making the right decision easier.
Hey James! Super helpful video here, took a while to find something that answered questions for me getting them for the spec I'm doing soon. Cheers!
subbed!
Glad I could help... please sub and share, then hopefully my video will get to more folk . Thank you 😊
Please do more vids. Rare to find a straight down to Earth info from a pro who knows this stuff inside out without usual UA-cam glitz and bias. Gold dust. Thanks.
Thank you for the kind words... please share, like, click the links and all that good stuff. There are more videos coming but long term it depends if there’s enough of an audience :)
Thanks so much for making this! I've found it super incredibly helpful!
"James", thank you so much for the info. Great video beautifully presented.
Please do a video on the vintage lens you may find and where they might have been used.
Be lucky stay safe.
Dude, this review was exactly what I was looking for. Love your style. Can't wait to see what you do next. Subbed!
Someone asked for a Vazen vs Sirui comparison, so I've got my hands on the 28mm they they will be announcing soon (this may be another exclusive) and I'm currently testing it. So I guess thats next but also working on "How to get work as a DOP" video. Thanks for the kind words, J
Great review! I realize this a year old now, but wondering if you have had the chance to compare these to their full frame offerings? Thanks !!
Do they cover super 35mm sensor of Zcam E2 S6?
Lol so you have 2 videos on your channel...one from 3 years ago, and this one from 3 weeks ago? DUDE. You need to be doing way more vids. Very helpful, tons of fun and personality. Subbed! Also, we're yanks but wtf are y'all thinking with Revels? It's like, "Oh, I enjoyed that last one, what's this next OH IT'S CHOCOLATE COVERED RABBIT TURDS."
Haha... DUDE, you just made my morning, not with the flattery, we’re far too modest for that and you are too kind. Hope you survive to see the next one. There is a reason we are a nation of bad dentistry, yank chocolate is like “ oh, this one must be past it’s sell by date, nope this as fresh at it comes and their best attempt”... I often shed a tear for your nations children.
@@jamesstatham haha oh no doubt when it comes to chocolate you Brits destroy us. But at least we waved the flag and put all our effort into like...Sour Patch. There are only so many ways to aerate chocolate and the UK has found all of them. Looking forward to our next chat in 3 years!
Awesome video!
Thank you very much Tyler :)
Exactly the sort of video I was looking for man. Going to be renting the 40mm for a project (maybe two) this month. Now I just need the money to buy the set 😂 subbed man! Enjoyed your content!
You sir... deserve more traffic for your time and effort this review! Love it. “Keeping it real”.
Thank you very much Vince, please don’t hesitate to share :)
the slr magic with PL mount are beautiful
We’re all entitled to our opinion Terry, I’ve shot with them three times, I like some of their flaws and disappointed beyond belief with others.
Just realized u only have a few subs! Very good video. Seemed as if you had a bigger viewer base already! Keep it coming man!
The next video Vazen Vs Sirui out this week. Shortly followed by How to get Work as a DOP. Lots more to follow. Cheers for the sub 👍🏼
I know, but one video in, hopefully after a few vids, UA-cam algorithms will push the content and thus those subs will grow.
@@jamesstatham yes, for now I was specifically searching for a video about the Vazens but your video already came up quite early. Keep the quality and I am sure things are going to grow! I will watch with great interest.
10:13 This. Never heard it put any better.
Great review. Do you get the full 28mm on ZCAM E2 cropped sensor?
28mm shows some coma below T2.8 that looks like a triangular bokeh on far away lights. This could be a deal breaker for some.
For the lens diopter did you use a 77mm with an adapter to fit the Vazen? I’m kinda confused on which one to buy.
Yep... The 28mm takes 77mm native, the 65mm takes 77mm filters fine with an adapter. The 40mm however, will vignette if you try to use any 77mm filter. Hope that helps, J
This set is #CinematographyGoals
I was briefly planning on upgrading my ageing and beaten up Toyota Corolla but I’d far prefer a set of Vazen anamorphics and your excellent video vindicates accusations of extravagance. And actually buying these keeps me from ‘upgrading’ to full frame, so it’s in fact a saving. Economics is a science of choices. Talking of choices, as an anamorphic newby, which one would you suggest I dip my toe in the water with?
Hi Doug, It's a tough choice that largely depends on the work you're doing. Deciding on one focus length is a choice you're going to have to decide upon without influence of which lens is better... but I'll do my best to make the decision easier for you. Arguably the best lens for a solo shooter is the 28mm, its smaller so easier to use as a solo shooter, most of your lens accessories that you likely already have (filters, ff, matt box etc) are more likely to fit (unless you already have equip designed for cine lenses). with the 28mm you could (although I wouldn't recommend it) get away without lens support. You can get away with it on some smaller gambles, smaller sliders etc. BUT, like any lenses, the wider the focal range the deeper your depth of field, so without the use of diopters etc, its challenging to get large bolka... but the same goes for ANY lenses.So Id say the 28mm is the most versatile, but its horses for courses and knowing nothing about what type of stuff you shoot, its difficult/impossible to say. To be honest I could give a good argument for any of them to be your first purchase but then this is already turning into an extremely long response. I would say, if you're only going to own two lenses, then you want the 28mm and 65mm; because the 40mm isn't a world away from ether. However, on the same note, the 40mm (ergonomics aside) is the most versatile/standard focal range. I hope this helps in some way and hasn't made the decision harder! J
@@jamesstatham haha! Yes the decision is now harder because your excellent answer gave me some very relevant things to consider! I am a solo shooter/soundie/lighter/director/producer/caterer so the 28mm sounds like a good start. And I really love the warm flares on the 28 too! Thank you very much my friend 🙏🏻😌
@@the_black_douglas9041 I don’t yet know if there is anything in this but someone eluded that there are blue and orange flare options for the 28mm... I don’t know if there is any truth in that, but worth the question when purchasing.
@@jamesstatham yeah, I noticed blue flares in James An’s 28mm test...
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I’m between upgrade my z cam e2c to m4 ( or s6 but I’m not sure if it’s cover the sensor) first or get 28mm can’t have both as it’s expensive hobby for me 😂
I’m watching and watching all over again and I’m very close to buy 28mm but I can’t understand other comparisons to sirui I know flares bokeh but this one is 1.8x is it all about anamorphic? Sorry for noob comment it’s my new hobby
Hi, I'll be releasing a full Sirui Vs Vazen set comparison this week. Maybe don't splash out just yet... the video will answer ANY questions you have, but be warned in order to do so, it's about half an hour long. It all boils down to what you'll be shooting. Hit subscribe, ring that bell and I'll see you to the right decisions for you. No question too noob, we were all noobs once... This channel is for those people who want to know what the genuine professionals think. There are too many pretenders out there, so I thought it would be a worthwhile channel to start. Hopefully it will help a lot of people.
@@jamesstatham thanks can’t wait
great review! there´s also the Vazen 85mm 1.8X but I guees you didn´t put it in the set becasue fo the price ($8000)?
Hi Edgarin, The 85mm is a full frame lens, so it isn’t part of the set. I’m sure they will release a MFT version in good time.
The 85mm is for full frame cameras.
Which camera did you use for these tests?
E2
These are the poorest construction i've ever seen in lenses. Iris guidance ring is actually threaded and using a thin screw to control the blades, no isolation but contrary on the 40mm M43 those whole comunicate directly with the optical elements in the lens, no o-rings, manufacturer (if we can call it like this) says you can not use focus motors on their lenses, also not calibrated from the factory, asymmetrical vignette, loose screws everywhere. How can you say these are well built?