this is the best review of this lens so far. i think you have handles this lens professionally. didn't even know it could produce images this good from other reviewers.
Well done review. Probably the best I have seen so far particularly because you mentioned the lens is optimized for close focus which is something I have also noticed. It can do landscapes as well, however, starting at f/2.8 and stopped down to f/4-f/8 is preferred. One thing that you missed is the lens has field curvature. You mentioned it, however, if you change focus slightly you can also get very good performance in the corners at a minor cost to the center even at very wide apertures (at close distance). So you can put your object in the corner and still have it sharp if you focus correctly. The resolution of this lens is also extremely high.
Hey Dustin! I noticed one or two small pops in the audio on this vid (example 08:37). If you want to get rid of them in future just put a tiny 'crossfade' between the two audiotracks in your editing station. Thanks for the great content!
Another excellent review here!! I have this lens and also the 50mm version of this lens and both the 35mm and 50mm are a bargain for the amount of quality your getting and the bokeh is fantastic. Keep warm and safe there Dustin it’s too cold there!!!
15:58 Hi Dustin! At these images a lot of the busy-ness is related to the fact that the bokeh balls are being heavily chopped off by the electronic front shutter when using these very wide apertures at very fast speeds. To prevent this you have to disable the electronic front curtain OR switch to silent mode (yep, full silent), OR, less reliably, put an ND filter. This is not fault of the lens. Edit: It's super noticeable at 17:48 too.
Hi Martin, I went and checked those shots, and yes, one is at 1/3200th and another a 1/8000th. The EFS issue is a pain, for sure, and in some cameras (the a7C), you don't even have the option of disabling it.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Honestly, sony needs to implement a system that automatically disables the front curtain above certain shutter speeds. I'm a bit appalled they're instead doing the exact opposite and taking away these features (or de-features?). Let's hope it's something that can be patched and they make up their mind. Try testing the silent mode in the meantime, and thank you for your time!
It's worth noting that the lack of focal length in EXIF is a Sony limitation. Nikon, Fuji and Panasonic will all record focal length set, Olympus will allow you to fully name the lens on TruePic VIII and IX bodies and record FL on earlier bodies when set for IBIS.
I like your reviews, but I can never help a little smile at your hand sketched grid for distorsion testing... 😁 It's time you get one printed from an Excel spreadsheet for example, or which ever other way that will look up to par with your overall qualitative reviews 😉 And keep up with your very good reviews. Cheers
Nice detailed review ✔️ Which one would you recommend? 7artisans 1.4 version or this one? I see 1.4 model got some overall good reviews in terms of sharpness. I would like to shot atleast at 1.4 Which one would be sharp and overall good? Thanks!
I keep hearing they share the same optical formula. Unfortunately, I have no evidence this is true. From the sample pictures I have seen they render very similar. The 7artisans is half the price, lighter, and has more aperture blades. I would say try the 7Artisans first and purchase from a retailer with a good return policy if you don't end up liking it.
Thanks for this review. I’m only halfway through but had to pause and stop to ask a question. With what you’re showing and explaining with the aps-c and FF comparison at around 9:20, does this essentially mean that a 0.95 aperture cannot be fully utilised on an aps-c sensor? So that it’s actually misleading in the sense that you would need an aps-h sensor, as you call it, at 1.3 crop factor in order to actually be able let all the light that the lens is capable of into the sensor? I read on another video some guy had compared the 0.95 with the 1.2 and found there to be very little difference in the amounts of light hitting the sensors and how they performed in low-light conditions and as far as bokeh. The real world implications for me would be that I would rather have the 1.2 for some of its qualities (more compact lens, vintage bokeh etc) if most of the difference in aperture goes beyond what an aps-c sensor is physically capable of utilising. Am I making sense? If not, please enlighten me!
It's a complicated topic. The physical aperture is F0.95 for light gathering purposes regardless of sensor, but depth of field does change relative to the sensor size. I don't think I've tested their F1.2 lens, so I can neither verify or deny that report.
Brilliant Video.. ❤️ Given a choice xf35 1.4 or mitakon35 0.95 , on xt3, what would be your pick and why.. I'm stuck in that situation.. an enthusiast..
Great review, although expensive lens for me. I have only $150 and want to buy a fast , manual focus prime , mainly for video, which one will you recommend to get at either 35mm or 50mm full frame equivalent focal length. I use Fuji camera. 😅🙏🏻
Hello ... please, I want to record the videos exactly as you appear in this video, and I want to have a depth of field in which my background is blurry, the area of the shooting site at home is 4 * 4 square meters, so which lens you recommend and my camera sony A 7c and thank you
I'd appreciate if you review the kamlan 21mm 1.8. it's very underreviewed and interesting at the same time. Some reports say it's optically better than the zonlai 22mm or even the viltrox 23mm
In my opinion, the price of this lens should determine the level of testing you should conduct on this lens. You are putting this lens through such Vagiourous Testing(*), I am afraid you will be disappointed in some if not many of the findings of the results in most of the lenses of this price range. This particular lens may be an exception, it holds up very well for such a lens in this price range. * hence making this video too long. If you are testing lenses from Sony, Leica, Zeiss, Voilangder, etc which cost 1000s of dollars then you can conduct an in-depth examination. etc then you unleash the power you can muster.
Fringing and thin circles at edge of bokeh highlight circles is prominent when scene is well lit or sunny. Here in review I do not see that. Again, I am saw that in other observation and not personal.
It does probably depend on the environment. I suspect the other review you reference is a place where it was brighter, sunnier, and less wintry than where I did my review!
@@DustinAbbottTWI I found that big lens hood can also solve the issue. But this can be outof box lens to try. If one has to get thirdparty then viltriox offers autofocus and then there are fuji lenses too. So when one goes for 100$ range, it is for more creativity.
First of all, a big congratulations for reaching the 100k Dustin! You rock! Keep up the great job as the best and real pro photography reviewer here on YT! Secondly wow what a performance of this cheap Lens, I have to confess when I first heard about this lens just thought Ahhh another hefty 0.95 lens toy! But it seems this time we see something real to enjoy without breaking the bank or back like Mitakon speedmasters! This lens could be a gem for videography specially while you will have a kind of a zoom range in a FF body considering 1.3x clearimage zoom to a 1.5 crop! BTW dn't you want to give yourself a present to celebrate the 100k on YT? Something like a Sony A1!😊 so we can both benefit from a few more megapixels to challenge apsc lenses more and also a real photographer "definitive" review of that high tech camera!
@@DustinAbbottTWI Yes and I bet it's worth it! The readout speed of that sensor plus 50mp is a no brainer itself, also 8k footage with Sony codes are way easier to work on vs R5 as far as I've heard. I know you really dnt need that much speed on yourself photography work but this camera can give you an a7siii addition to your a9+a7riii which in terms of video means a lot, plus having the fast 1/400s flash sync.😊
Yes and no, as if your priority is light gathering an F0.95 aperture is that large regardless of what sensor is behind it. That means you can let in much more light than an F1.4 lens. Faster shutter speeds in lower light conditions might be more of a priority than depth of field for some photographers.
![7Artisans 35mm F0.95 - [Best FAST budget lens for MFT?]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/5kTDRjUDn_M/mqdefault.jpg)
Congratulations on 100k subscribers! Great news!
Thank you, Christopher. That means a lot. You really accelerated after passing 100K; I can only hope to follow in your footsteps :)
this is the best review of this lens so far. i think you have handles this lens professionally. didn't even know it could produce images this good from other reviewers.
That's interesting. Thank you
Well done review. Probably the best I have seen so far particularly because you mentioned the lens is optimized for close focus which is something I have also noticed. It can do landscapes as well, however, starting at f/2.8 and stopped down to f/4-f/8 is preferred. One thing that you missed is the lens has field curvature. You mentioned it, however, if you change focus slightly you can also get very good performance in the corners at a minor cost to the center even at very wide apertures (at close distance). So you can put your object in the corner and still have it sharp if you focus correctly. The resolution of this lens is also extremely high.
Great feedback. Thanks!
Hey Dustin! I noticed one or two small pops in the audio on this vid (example 08:37). If you want to get rid of them in future just put a tiny 'crossfade' between the two audiotracks in your editing station. Thanks for the great content!
Thanks for the tip!
Found your channel while researching this lens. I'm just as excited to find a great new channel as I am for the lens I just ordered!
I’m glad you found me!
Another excellent review here!! I have this lens and also the 50mm version of this lens and both the 35mm and 50mm are a bargain for the amount of quality your getting and the bokeh is fantastic. Keep warm and safe there Dustin it’s too cold there!!!
Thanks for sharing
15:58 Hi Dustin! At these images a lot of the busy-ness is related to the fact that the bokeh balls are being heavily chopped off by the electronic front shutter when using these very wide apertures at very fast speeds. To prevent this you have to disable the electronic front curtain OR switch to silent mode (yep, full silent), OR, less reliably, put an ND filter. This is not fault of the lens.
Edit: It's super noticeable at 17:48 too.
Hi Martin, I went and checked those shots, and yes, one is at 1/3200th and another a 1/8000th. The EFS issue is a pain, for sure, and in some cameras (the a7C), you don't even have the option of disabling it.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Honestly, sony needs to implement a system that automatically disables the front curtain above certain shutter speeds.
I'm a bit appalled they're instead doing the exact opposite and taking away these features (or de-features?). Let's hope it's something that can be patched and they make up their mind.
Try testing the silent mode in the meantime, and thank you for your time!
Great review. Loved the detail
If possible, go out one day and take some night street photos so we can see how it performs in low light.
Hi Paulo, I review 4-5 lenses a month, so I don't have a lot of time to go back and do extra coverage of any particular lens.
It's worth noting that the lack of focal length in EXIF is a Sony limitation. Nikon, Fuji and Panasonic will all record focal length set, Olympus will allow you to fully name the lens on TruePic VIII and IX bodies and record FL on earlier bodies when set for IBIS.
That's a fair point. I'm mostly familiar with Canon and Sony, and this is a limitation on both those platforms.
I have bought one for my canon EOS M, it is coming today, I can't wait to try it out.
Enjoy!
Enjoyable video Dustin as usual , many congratulations on surpassing 100K subscribers you deserve it, keep up the great work.
Thank you, Garry. I've really been looking forward to hitting that benchmark.
good review. i have seen some review, some youtubers just shoot 1 photo and talk 10-20 mins...... this is way better. many photos.
LOL - that is a pretty pathetic way to do things.
Excellent review...really helpful for a clear understanding of this special lens.
Glad it was helpful!
I like your reviews, but I can never help a little smile at your hand sketched grid for distorsion testing... 😁 It's time you get one printed from an Excel spreadsheet for example, or which ever other way that will look up to par with your overall qualitative reviews 😉 And keep up with your very good reviews. Cheers
That's a fair criticism, for sure. It's not even the right ratio!
Just at the right time :-) Considering this as a gift to my Mrs and her MFT camera.
That is good timing.
This lens is also perfect for my BLT camera.
Wow that was really an excellent review. I just found this channel, subscribed now!
Welcome aboard!
Congratulations with the 100k subscribers 👍
Thank you so much 😀
Nice detailed review ✔️
Which one would you recommend?
7artisans 1.4 version or this one?
I see 1.4 model got some overall good reviews in terms of sharpness.
I would like to shot atleast at 1.4
Which one would be sharp and overall good?
Thanks!
I haven't tested the F1.4 version, so I can't comment.
Close up iq was surprising. Might be fun to use with extension tubes. May have to pick one up
True - surprisingly good, actually.
Which Camera You're Using With This 7artisans 0.95 Lens?
This or the mitakon? As long image quality is concerned Thanks for answering
General consensus seems to be that the Mitakon has a bit better contrast and sharpness while this lens has more pleasing bokeh.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks a lot !
I keep hearing they share the same optical formula. Unfortunately, I have no evidence this is true. From the sample pictures I have seen they render very similar. The 7artisans is half the price, lighter, and has more aperture blades. I would say try the 7Artisans first and purchase from a retailer with a good return policy if you don't end up liking it.
More Portrait examples would have been interesting
I get that - but when it is between -20 to -30C outside, there aren't a lot of portraits happening :)
@@DustinAbbottTWI excuses are for the weak :P
Thanks for this review. I’m only halfway through but had to pause and stop to ask a question.
With what you’re showing and explaining with the aps-c and FF comparison at around 9:20, does this essentially mean that a 0.95 aperture cannot be fully utilised on an aps-c sensor? So that it’s actually misleading in the sense that you would need an aps-h sensor, as you call it, at 1.3 crop factor in order to actually be able let all the light that the lens is capable of into the sensor?
I read on another video some guy had compared the 0.95 with the 1.2 and found there to be very little difference in the amounts of light hitting the sensors and how they performed in low-light conditions and as far as bokeh. The real world implications for me would be that I would rather have the 1.2 for some of its qualities (more compact lens, vintage bokeh etc) if most of the difference in aperture goes beyond what an aps-c sensor is physically capable of utilising.
Am I making sense? If not, please enlighten me!
It's a complicated topic. The physical aperture is F0.95 for light gathering purposes regardless of sensor, but depth of field does change relative to the sensor size. I don't think I've tested their F1.2 lens, so I can neither verify or deny that report.
surprising..I tuned in because I totally snobbed this lens and thought you were going to demolish it! I might check it out ,thx
I agree.
Great review Dustin! Thanks
My pleasure!
Brilliant Video.. ❤️
Given a choice xf35 1.4 or mitakon35 0.95 , on xt3, what would be your pick and why.. I'm stuck in that situation.. an enthusiast..
I don't think I've used the Mitakon, so I don't have an informed opinion.
Congratulations with the 100k! So good to see your slogan alluding to gospel of John chapter 1, yes folks do let Him in!
You caught that, did you?
Hum... interesting lens.. i was thinking about the mitakon... but this is not bad neither! Specially for the price!
Agreed.
Great review, although expensive lens for me. I have only $150 and want to buy a fast , manual focus prime , mainly for video, which one will you recommend to get at either 35mm or 50mm full frame equivalent focal length. I use Fuji camera. 😅🙏🏻
I found the Kamlan 28mm F1.4 to be quite good, and it's near your budget.
@@DustinAbbottTWI That lens is $250 ish here in Japan. Please suggest another one. 🙏🏻😅
I'm afraid you'll have to do your own research, as I don't know local pricing in your market.
@@DustinAbbottTWI What will be your second choice after Kamlan ? Else I'll get something else. 🙏🏻
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TTArtisans 50/f1.2
Hello ... please, I want to record the videos exactly as you appear in this video, and I want to have a depth of field in which my background is blurry, the area of the shooting site at home is 4 * 4 square meters, so which lens you recommend and my camera sony A 7c and thank you
I would recommend a lens like the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DN. It will allow you to shoot shallow depth of field in that space.
I believe you reversed the diameter and length of the lens. You have it wider than it is long long and that is clearly not the case.
will you review the 0.95 50mm?
I'm actually starting a Brightin' Star 50mm F0.95 review right now.
Hello sir what is your L plate used in on your a7iii
I used one from SmallRig: ua-cam.com/video/M-cxhD0lTuA/v-deo.html
I'd appreciate if you review the kamlan 21mm 1.8. it's very underreviewed and interesting at the same time. Some reports say it's optically better than the zonlai 22mm or even the viltrox 23mm
I've had a bit of a falling out with Kamlan. I had a business relationship with them and didn't feel like I was treated ethically.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Understood. Thanks for the answer
It seems all the 0.95 lenses are APS-C...
...?
I am reviewing one for full frame right now, but it is much easier to engineer an 0.95 lens for APS-C.
In my opinion, the price of this lens should determine the level of testing you should conduct on this lens. You are putting this lens through such Vagiourous Testing(*), I am afraid you will be disappointed in some if not many of the findings of the results in most of the lenses of this price range.
This particular lens may be an exception, it holds up very well for such a lens in this price range.
* hence making this video too long. If you are testing lenses from Sony, Leica, Zeiss, Voilangder, etc which cost 1000s of dollars then you can conduct an in-depth examination. etc then you unleash the power you can muster.
A lot of people appreciate a thorough review even of the less expensive lenses.
Fringing and thin circles at edge of bokeh highlight circles is prominent when scene is well lit or sunny. Here in review I do not see that. Again, I am saw that in other observation and not personal.
It does probably depend on the environment. I suspect the other review you reference is a place where it was brighter, sunnier, and less wintry than where I did my review!
@@DustinAbbottTWI I found that big lens hood can also solve the issue. But this can be outof box lens to try. If one has to get thirdparty then viltriox offers autofocus and then there are fuji lenses too. So when one goes for 100$ range, it is for more creativity.
First of all, a big congratulations for reaching the 100k Dustin! You rock! Keep up the great job as the best and real pro photography reviewer here on YT!
Secondly wow what a performance of this cheap Lens, I have to confess when I first heard about this lens just thought Ahhh another hefty 0.95 lens toy! But it seems this time we see something real to enjoy without breaking the bank or back like Mitakon speedmasters! This lens could be a gem for videography specially while you will have a kind of a zoom range in a FF body considering 1.3x clearimage zoom to a 1.5 crop!
BTW dn't you want to give yourself a present to celebrate the 100k on YT? Something like a Sony A1!😊 so we can both benefit from a few more megapixels to challenge apsc lenses more and also a real photographer "definitive" review of that high tech camera!
I would love to get an A1, but it would require selling my a9 and my RIII plus coming up with the cash equivalent on top of that.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Yes and I bet it's worth it! The readout speed of that sensor plus 50mp is a no brainer itself, also 8k footage with Sony codes are way easier to work on vs R5 as far as I've heard. I know you really dnt need that much speed on yourself photography work but this camera can give you an a7siii addition to your a9+a7riii which in terms of video means a lot, plus having the fast 1/400s flash sync.😊
If it turns to about 50mm f1.4 with the crop factor it's nothing special really.
Yes and no, as if your priority is light gathering an F0.95 aperture is that large regardless of what sensor is behind it. That means you can let in much more light than an F1.4 lens. Faster shutter speeds in lower light conditions might be more of a priority than depth of field for some photographers.
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A lot of Germans love seeing those old Deutsche Marks
@@DustinAbbottTWI It is funny - because I remember those and the even older ones from the 80ies - but haven't seen those in real life since then.
I guess this kind of lens is only for the total bokeh fans.
That's probably a fair assessment.