Did you know you can remove the metal auto aperture coupling mechanism from the Konica 57mm f1.2 to prevent the obstruction of the rear element from impacting the bokeh? Since you shoot digital and don’t need to indicate to a Konica body what speed the lens is, you should give it a try!
Oh wow, the Iscorama's image is so nice! Clean and sharp, which looks really professional. I recently bought the Blazar Nero and it's totally awesome for me as a one man band. But if I ever work in bigger productions, I hope I'll get a chance to try the Iscorama.
UA-cam randomly suggested your channel a few years ago I started watching your channel because of the background music you use. By the by I am a sky watcher using different optics maybe that is why UA-cam recommended your channel. Please keep it up you are doing an interesting technical work. Especially with the old camera and expired film videos. Thank you very much. Merci.
Amazing video as always, One thing I would love to see is the swirl lens with ISCORAMA and a diopter to get a Ant type of feel, like looking thought a ants wide lens perspective.
I saw a similar effect in a video where they operated with a vintage projector lense. They „only“ needed to paint the inside black, as projector lenses are built to reflect as much light as possible to provide a bright picture. Without that colors would turn out pretty flat. Idk if that helps
Likely one of his many projection lenses. The Cinestar seems to be the swirly champ. Can’t remember the specific name but if you search for his projection lens videos it’ll come up.
oh wow you are a Lens superhero. For a lens lover like me your channel is a gem. I loved physics and in physics i loved lenses and from love to lenses i motivated to do photography. So i love your channel.
Didn't expect to see a comparison with the Nero and just checked the price, Nero is a bargain for the starters like me. Very calming video showcase as expected Mat. Also that Remus + Isco CU is so sharp! Also what's the setup with the guy holding a small camera with anamorphic block in front of it? Thanks.
A closer comparison for sharpness to the Isco 54 would be the Aivascope 1.5, though the rear element of the Aivascope is smaller. Then there is the squeeze factor of the Isco which is actually 1.42 which on a 16-9 sensor comes out to a 2.4-1 delivery, which is sweet. The 3-2 sensor with the scope set in a vertical aspect produces intriguing images in the square format. I enjoyed the review.
@@JayJayYUP The specified squeeze factor of 1.5x is an average factor over the entire image width for a 50mm lens. The squeeze factor is not a constant, but depends on the focal length and the image position. In the center it is 1.42, towards the edge it increases depending on the focal length. The decisive factor is where the important things are in the image in order to be absolutely correct. So even the central 1.42x factor will not always be suitable.
@@pete_in_focus Interesting, I had no idea. So my main question to follow up would be. How would anyone know what the de-squeeze setting should be they need to use in post?
I feel like the horrendous chromatic aberration should be at least mentioned, however from the footage it's true that it speaks for itself. Otherwise the video itself was great, thanks for the good content!
This is a bit off topic, but how come cinema cameras don’t have wide sensors? Like why use anamorphic lenses instead of sensors that are as wide as the final image instead?
can you please shoot vertical anamorphic video? This lens was made in horizontal video times and today we use vertical videos so i request you to please shoot some vertical anamorphic videos.
“Promises to turn your footage into a Hollywood movie” :DDDDDDD sure, mate. It’s just a fucking tool. Tools need to be handled by professionals to achieve professional outcomes. Professionalism takes at least 10,000 hours of practice. Whether you’re a cook or a welder, it requires 10,000 hours of sweat and trial & error. Even if you put in the effort, you might still be mediocre at what you’re doing because 10,000 hours doesn’t guarantee genius. You have to be born with that. So yeah, keep buying gear, guys ;)
you need talent, time, experience, taste and tools that are useful to your concept , with all that you can make something great. Cinemascope is just a universal language for movie look, that's why this kind of tools are more interesting if your looking for this style. no one said you can't make a blockbuster with a VHS camcorder
@@MathieuStern Fair enough. Danny Boyle’s 28 Days Later was shot on a Canon XL1. That movie redefined the zombie genre as we know it today. Interestingly, an iPhone 3G (released in 2008) has a “better” image quality.
Hello all, Piet from Schneider here. 🎉🎉🎉 Awesome Video. Further Questions about the Iscorama?
How do I get one 🥲
@@jayanthonyolson where are you located?
@@pete_in_focus I'm in the US, I'm joking though I can't afford one haha
Is it possible to get an in-depth consultation about anamorphics for a video?
@@DenBlendamanFor Sure. What do you want to Know? Should I contact you?
It's such a shame that modern social media video content has become vertical.
that's totaly normal. Vertical and Horizontal have both a place. Even Vertical Anamorphic can be cool
watch on a laptop etc..
just turn your head
Vertical video is trash.
True, it is like watching through a keyhole. I refuse to go vertical with video
The pairing with your swirly lens was lovely. That was awesome.
Did you know you can remove the metal auto aperture coupling mechanism from the Konica 57mm f1.2 to prevent the obstruction of the rear element from impacting the bokeh? Since you shoot digital and don’t need to indicate to a Konica body what speed the lens is, you should give it a try!
I am from Göttingen; didn't knew we had a (cinnema) lens history! Still learning new things, thanks!
Dude as always the footage is bananas, great work. I've been wanting to get into anamorphic, and you always make me wanna buy things hahah
You should! Imagine shooting anamorphic camcorder videos :)
Oh wow, the Iscorama's image is so nice! Clean and sharp, which looks really professional. I recently bought the Blazar Nero and it's totally awesome for me as a one man band. But if I ever work in bigger productions, I hope I'll get a chance to try the Iscorama.
UA-cam randomly suggested your channel a few years ago I started watching your channel because of the background music you use. By the by I am a sky watcher using different optics maybe that is why UA-cam recommended your channel. Please keep it up you are doing an interesting technical work. Especially with the old camera and expired film videos. Thank you very much. Merci.
Love that!
Ohlala. Cela faisait birn longtemps que je n’avais pas regardé une de tes vidéos. C’est tjrs aussi bien en tout cas 😉👍
Amazing video as always, One thing I would love to see is the swirl lens with ISCORAMA and a diopter to get a Ant type of feel, like looking thought a ants wide lens perspective.
As a VFX artist that anamorphic adapter on an anamorphic lens gave me heartburn.
6:57 What is this swirly lens in question?
Also interested
I saw a similar effect in a video where they operated with a vintage projector lense. They „only“ needed to paint the inside black, as projector lenses are built to reflect as much light as possible to provide a bright picture. Without that colors would turn out pretty flat. Idk if that helps
Likely one of his many projection lenses. The Cinestar seems to be the swirly champ. Can’t remember the specific name but if you search for his projection lens videos it’ll come up.
I did not know it is even exists and so much gorgeous. THank you!
The Return of a Legend !
7:05 this is what a dream looks like. I feel I could run this 24x7 in an instalation and people would love it
oh wow you are a Lens superhero. For a lens lover like me your channel is a gem. I loved physics and in physics i loved lenses and from love to lenses i motivated to do photography. So i love your channel.
love the look of the lens for sure.
I'm impressed how you master to pronounce Schneider Kreuznach. Chapeau!
Pretty hard to find the exact right pronunciation online !
@@MathieuStern you did it very well
No testing on your ISCO projection lens? Thought it could be an interesting combo
which was the swirly bokeh lens? I've never seen a 360 degree swirl
Would have loved to see a comparison with the nero but with the taking lens a bit stopped down like f/4
Strong blue CA, seems to be a common trait with SK lenses.
10:03 Is that a rx100 with an anamphoric adapter! Which adapter is that ?!
Didn't expect to see a comparison with the Nero and just checked the price, Nero is a bargain for the starters like me. Very calming video showcase as expected Mat. Also that Remus + Isco CU is so sharp! Also what's the setup with the guy holding a small camera with anamorphic block in front of it? Thanks.
Justin was using a Soligor 1.33X adapter in front of a point and shoot Sony camera, but it's far less qualitative than my set up with the Iscorama
a workaround is to shoot with 2 or 3 cameras stacked together and combine video to anamorphic format in post.
do you mind if i'm asking what was the swirly bokeh lens you used?
:)
the bokeh from nero seems shitty next to isco. Wow, what a great adapter.
Have you tried the Ziess 63 x2 projector lens? It's sharper than a most of the anamorphic you've shown on the channel. It's also big and heavy. :)
A closer comparison for sharpness to the Isco 54 would be the Aivascope 1.5, though the rear element of the Aivascope is smaller. Then there is the squeeze factor of the Isco which is actually 1.42 which on a 16-9 sensor comes out to a 2.4-1 delivery, which is sweet. The 3-2 sensor with the scope set in a vertical aspect produces intriguing images in the square format. I enjoyed the review.
Why is it actually 1.42 when every site advertises it at simply 1.5?
@@JayJayYUP The specified squeeze factor of 1.5x is an average factor over the entire image width for a 50mm lens. The squeeze factor is not a constant, but depends on the focal length and the image position. In the center it is 1.42, towards the edge it increases depending on the focal length. The decisive factor is where the important things are in the image in order to be absolutely correct. So even the central 1.42x factor will not always be suitable.
@@pete_in_focus Interesting, I had no idea. So my main question to follow up would be. How would anyone know what the de-squeeze setting should be they need to use in post?
I feel like the horrendous chromatic aberration should be at least mentioned, however from the footage it's true that it speaks for itself. Otherwise the video itself was great, thanks for the good content!
This is a bit off topic, but how come cinema cameras don’t have wide sensors? Like why use anamorphic lenses instead of sensors that are as wide as the final image instead?
is that raw? or post process video?
9:53 What is he shooting with? I can tell there’s an anamorphic, but it’s small. Maybe the Sirui 1.25x?
its the SOligor 1.33X adapter
This lens is usable at 80mm on an Alexa 65! I tested it!
would you mind if I ask, what is that set up you have with your sony point and shoot?
it's not mine, it' belongs to A friend that is in the video
A great glas a la Made in Germany!
Where is that helmet from? 🤔
its custom made
I have the full set and have made some great stuff. I have been trying to sell them and haven’t found a buyer yet.
@@realistfilms full set of what ?
I have the Schneider ISCO4ALL set with taking lens and no one wants to buy it.
can you please shoot vertical anamorphic video? This lens was made in horizontal video times and today we use vertical videos so i request you to please shoot some vertical anamorphic videos.
Lenses with less elements, simpler designs tend to do better with the Iscorama.
That bokeh... my eyes hurt!
WOW
The handle on the right look silly. Looses all the function of the camera grip.
Yeah. I reckon this guy is worth
Neon Genesis Evangelion
best
“Promises to turn your footage into a Hollywood movie” :DDDDDDD sure, mate. It’s just a fucking tool. Tools need to be handled by professionals to achieve professional outcomes. Professionalism takes at least 10,000 hours of practice. Whether you’re a cook or a welder, it requires 10,000 hours of sweat and trial & error. Even if you put in the effort, you might still be mediocre at what you’re doing because 10,000 hours doesn’t guarantee genius. You have to be born with that. So yeah, keep buying gear, guys ;)
you need talent, time, experience, taste and tools that are useful to your concept , with all that you can make something great.
Cinemascope is just a universal language for movie look, that's why this kind of tools are more interesting if your looking for this style.
no one said you can't make a blockbuster with a VHS camcorder
@@MathieuStern Fair enough. Danny Boyle’s 28 Days Later was shot on a Canon XL1. That movie redefined the zombie genre as we know it today. Interestingly, an iPhone 3G (released in 2008) has a “better” image quality.