Not exactly a scientific test, I didn't manage to get enough shots where the two lenses were at a similar field of view, but hopefully interesting nonetheless. https://youtu.be/M0n97YQxlGo
Lumix G85: Massive Bonus Video
Because the original one was way too dark, I've gone ahead and reuploaded my previous video with comparisons between the Rode VideoMic Pro and the built-in microphone of the Lumix G85, along with some tap to focus tests and more rambling on about exposing to the right. This new video also looks at the RodeLink... Continue Reading →
There appears to be a lot of misunderstanding about what exposing to the right actually means, so in the next video, we'll be sharing more images, along with the waveforms, to help you get the most consistent exposures along with reduced noise and increased dynamic range.
Coming Soon! RodeLink Filmmaker
We just got our hands on the RodeLink Filmmaker kit, and we're thrilled. This video will explain why Rode's absurdly simple-to-use wireless microphone system is a must-have for vloggers.
Rode VideoMic Pro vs. Lumix G85 In-Camera Mic, Tap to Focus and ETTR
In this video, we compare the Rode VideoMic Pro to the built-in microphone on the Lumix G85. I have the camera mounted on the Zhiyun Crane gimbal stabilizer. One difficulty I ran into is that with the LCD screen swung out to the side and the mic mounted on the hot shoe, it's impossible to... Continue Reading →
The Saigon Central Post Office
The Saigon Central Post Office in all its splendor. I love the natural light in this building. I've got no idea how women can look so impeccable in this sweltering heat. https://youtu.be/MlDFwHFDi6Y
Fuji AF Lenses: Manually Focusing with Fly-By-Wire
A reader over at EOSHD asked what it was like manually focusing with the Fuji AF lenses, so I went ahead and did a quick, highly unscientific test of the five lenses in my possession. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSK4IRpAXUY
It’s Finally Here! The Fuji 50mm f/2 Field Test
I shot with the Fuji X-T2 on the Zhiyun Crane for all the clips. I love the small f/2 lenses, they're so easy to balance on a gimbal. The Saigon Central Post Office is a terrific place for people watching, and the natural light is incredible. And I haven't seen this many outlandish hats in... Continue Reading →
Leeming LUT One
For years, I'd been struggling to get good skin tones and dynamic range from my GH3 and GH4 cameras using the Natural photo style with contrast dialed all the way down and applying LUTs in post. So when I purchased the G85 a few months ago, I decided to give Standard profile a chance, trying... Continue Reading →
Lumix G85: Chroma Smearing or UV Skin Damage?
I posted a screen grab from a recent video shot with the Lumix G85 and Leica 12mm f/1.4 over at EOSHD and a reader claims to see evidence of chroma smearing. I'm just seeing the effects of age and sun exposure. What do you think?
The Ideal Vlogging Setup?
Te Very few lenses in the m43 catalogue have impressed me as much as the Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4. First of all, it is exceedingly difficult to design a micro four thirds lens of such parameters; and while there have been several very good wide angle primes designed for the system, none have exactly smashed... Continue Reading →
How Safari and Chrome are Damaging Your Colors and a Very Brief Discussion of Skin Tones
I'd been using MPEG Streamclip for years in order to reduce file sizes and upload times, but apparently, that's not such a great idea. Original Master File It came to my attention recently that the videos I'd been converting with MPEG Streamclip and uploading to YouTube have an unmistakably crimson appearance when viewed in Safari.... Continue Reading →
Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 Wide Open!
In my previous post, I talked a little bit about why fast primes are preferable to slow kit zooms for vlogging, one of the chief advantages being the ability to play with depth-of-field. In my first tests of the Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4, I was sitting a little further away from the camera and... Continue Reading →
Another Kit Zoom Rant
I just finished watching a lighting tutorial over at Max Yuryev's YouTube channel where he shows the difference between using a slow kit lens vs. a moderately fast prime. He was limited to f/5.6 on the variable aperture zoom, meaning he had to crank up the ISO to 1000, whereas with the prime, he was... Continue Reading →
Leica vs. Panasonic! Plus More Studio Lighting
https://youtu.be/k0VYnzHMv5A I'm still playing around with my new studio light, the Lishuai LED 100WB-56, a 100 watt monolight, along with a Godox softbox and reflector. The light is distributed under the Fotodiox name in North America. Last time, I shot while there was still daylight, this time I shot in the evening and the colors... Continue Reading →
Test: Lishuai LED 100WB-56, Leica 12mm f/1.4, Rode VideoMic Pro
For my first video with studio lighting, I'm using the Lishuai LED 100WB-56, a 100 watt daylight balanced fixture, along with a Godox softbox. Kelvin temperature was set manually in camera and Panasonic's Image App was used to focus and start recording. The video was uploaded straight to YouTube from the memory card. My studio... Continue Reading →
Which Zoom Lens for My GH5?
I can't recall ever seeing a negative review over at Mirror Lessons, but this is as close as it comes. To my shock and horror, they recommend getting the Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 or the Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 rather than the heavily promoted PanLeica 12-60mm f/2.8-4. Just one reason being, the Leica 12-60 is really only... Continue Reading →
The Daejeon Chronicles 