On the other hand i get so much extra space to do perspective correction without cutting off the main subject. I do point up a bit on purpose with architecture.
I use the Blackstone version on my Nikon Z 9 (with the FTZ adapter which works correctly) and previously used it on the D5. Superb lens. Setting it with the focus locked to the hyperfocal distance eliminates the need to focus and works fine in Aperture priority and, of course, Manual. I do advise turning on the horizon indicator in the body if you want it leveled but I've also found the immense keystoning (not a flaw in the lens but the correct view from this focal length) can make for interesting photos. It is worth noting that IRIX has a profile for the lens in the Adobe products that corrects for the slight distortions and for the vignetting. Two downsides I've found. 1. Your filter choices are limited to gel filters mounted behind the lens. Ironically, the IRIX light pollution filter is not available in this format which is a shame as the lens can be wonderful for night cityscapes that could use that filter. It's worth noting that the cine version, with a much higher price, does have more flexibility. 2. The rear lens cap is pretty but mostly unusable in the Nikon F mount version since it doesn't really lock in place. A regular Nikon rear cap, of course, works fine but doesn't fit well in the hard case that comes with the Blackstone version. That these are my big downsides does show just how good the lens itself really is.
It is a fullframe lens but it works also great on a apsc camera like a D500. 11mm on apsc translates to 16.5 mm fullframe equivalent and that is still very wide. It is actually the best option for my D500 because most apsc wideangle zooms are quite bad.
That's interesting. I thought one of their big things was that they had the design performed in Switzerland with production in Korea. The Samyang connection makes sense (I always figured Samyang made their lenses) but didn't know about the Polish importer link. Thank you!
Need a good bubble level to make sure vertical lines stay vertical for interior shots. Otherwise it will tilt/distort.
Absolutely, or an in-camera level. Any kind of tilt throws off the verticals.
On the other hand i get so much extra space to do perspective correction without cutting off the main subject. I do point up a bit on purpose with architecture.
practical considerations all - ty for the vid!
Thank you!
I use the Blackstone version on my Nikon Z 9 (with the FTZ adapter which works correctly) and previously used it on the D5. Superb lens. Setting it with the focus locked to the hyperfocal distance eliminates the need to focus and works fine in Aperture priority and, of course, Manual. I do advise turning on the horizon indicator in the body if you want it leveled but I've also found the immense keystoning (not a flaw in the lens but the correct view from this focal length) can make for interesting photos.
It is worth noting that IRIX has a profile for the lens in the Adobe products that corrects for the slight distortions and for the vignetting.
Two downsides I've found.
1. Your filter choices are limited to gel filters mounted behind the lens. Ironically, the IRIX light pollution filter is not available in this format which is a shame as the lens can be wonderful for night cityscapes that could use that filter. It's worth noting that the cine version, with a much higher price, does have more flexibility.
2. The rear lens cap is pretty but mostly unusable in the Nikon F mount version since it doesn't really lock in place. A regular Nikon rear cap, of course, works fine but doesn't fit well in the hard case that comes with the Blackstone version.
That these are my big downsides does show just how good the lens itself really is.
Thank you and definitely concur on the filters. Curious about the rear cap. For Pentax K, the Irix rear caps are the best I've found.
It is a fullframe lens but it works also great on a apsc camera like a D500. 11mm on apsc translates to 16.5 mm fullframe equivalent and that is still very wide. It is actually the best option for my D500 because most apsc wideangle zooms are quite bad.
Definitely yes!
I think the Swiss Irix brand is owned by the SamYang importer in Poland, and the lenses are made by SamYang. In Switzerland there's only a mailbox.
That's interesting. I thought one of their big things was that they had the design performed in Switzerland with production in Korea. The Samyang connection makes sense (I always figured Samyang made their lenses) but didn't know about the Polish importer link. Thank you!