The number one resource for information about HDR technology, workflows, tutorials, news and opinion.
I had a shoot yesterday where I was recording ProRes RAW HQ using the 135mm GM and the look’s nothing less than incredible, as you can imagine, the only problem being, with this combination the camera had to be mounted on a tripod. Which is why I’m looking into one of the new DJI gimbals... Continue Reading →
At just $6499 for a set of six lenses - 25/35/50/75/100/125mm T2.1 (PL or EF) - that's what I paid for my Veydras back in the day! https://youtu.be/XFsmTXLc2Hw
The Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN is a monster! Sample image f/1.4. Before & After Grading
I've been on a lens buying spree since pre-ordering the a7s III: first, the sensational 20mm f/1.8, then the massive 135mm f/1.8 and today, the Sigma 85mm f/1.4.
I just added the 135mm f/1.8 GM to my collection, my favorite focal length for portraiture. When I used to shoot micro four-thirds, my go-to was the Olympus 75mm f/1.8, still among the sweetest lenses in their lineup., as well as being an outstanding value. Best of all, I snatched the GM for $500.00 less... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/czSN8GxD-ns?t=301 In a test I posted a while back, I demonstrated how the Samyang 85mm f/1.4 made abrupt changes visible on the edges of the frame during continuous autofocus. Till this day, no other filmmaker I'm aware of has written about this type of behavior - until now, that is. During his comparison of three... Continue Reading →
Hate to say, but the Samyang's autofocus might only be good for subjects that are keeping relatively still. Even walking very slowly, the lens just cannot keep up. https://youtu.be/yWvzdP7Y7hs
https://youtu.be/IETNQ-rJTn8 "Capella" by SPCZLicense
A down and dirty autofocus test with the a7 III, firmware v.3.0 (both camera and lens). The Samyang's a pretty chubby affair - it just barely clears the base plate on my Zhiyun Crane Plus - but is remarkably light for an 85mm f/1.4. When it comes to autofocus, the Samyang isn't a speed demon... Continue Reading →
It's mad just how clean HLG HDR videos uploaded to YouTube are when compared to standard dynamic range ones. And a by-product of the exceptional local contrast happens to be that your lenses will for the most part look much more detailed in 4K HDR than in ordinary 4K. So while the Voigtlander is crazy-good... Continue Reading →
Having second thoughts about the Sony 135mm f/1.8 GM... Photo courtesy of Rokoko.
https://youtu.be/RSEZ3R7dXAk "Raag" by Vinod Prasanna, Okey Szoke, PompeyLicense
Shot with the Lishuai C-700RSV Bi-Color LED and Yongnuo YN216. Picture profile 1, Cine2. https://youtu.be/K11_mlwN3A4 Malibu Love Nest by LunaLicense
I'm getting superb color rendition as usual with Sony's new 24mm f/1.4 GM lens, but serious AF issues. Even when the subject is framed by the face detect box, the images are blurry. I'm going to compare it to the Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 but whatever the results, I think I'll be returning the prime. I... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/BwnCmrgvsBU "War" by Shaolin DubLicense
Here you can find the most extensive collection online of sample footage of Veydra cinema lenses, including the 16mm, 25mm, 50mm and 85mm T2.2 Mini Primes. https://youtu.be/1fX8j8OIrN0 https://youtu.be/cZfa0dTCby0 https://youtu.be/MtmGevwbwnc https://youtu.be/huWL1aiOBUc https://youtu.be/Bsk-66nGqC4 https://youtu.be/ABUTTlfEGHk https://youtu.be/em3fTcTLK8A https://youtu.be/07UoI4oEC14
Sony a7 III, Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Fuji X-T2, Veydra Mini Prime 50mm T2.2, Classic Chrome, ISO 800, T2.8
The Daejeon Chronicles 