Can’t Decide on the Best Travel Lens? | Sony 40mm f2.5

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0:00 Introduction
0:42 Build Quality and Size
1:27 Why 40mm?
2:57 Does f2.5 give you enough bokeh?
4:37 What about the Sony 35mm f1.8?
5:53 Sample images

[stevepalmerphotoart]

Jack, I just discovered your channel and you…I am so impressed..and I feel connected to your analysis AND your thinking. I empathize totally with your dilemma and coincidentally shoot Sony. In fact making this exact decision now for a trip to Europe. What blew me away though is the illustration technique used throughout. I am retired from a career leading data and analytics consulting around the world. One of my greatest accomplishments was teaching scores of people why drawing a picture is the most powerful tool humans have to communicate ideas and concepts. When watching folks on you tube I often am saying (to myself of course! I know they can’t hear me!), “draw a picture! Draw a picture!” You did it brilliantly. Well done sir!

[alexerreme]

I have this video in recommendations and man... It couldn't be more accurate as my current situation: being a scientist and photographer later; indecisive when there are two options regarding gear and career. For the lens, sometimes is nice to experiment new perspectives and have the mindset open to be sorprised in the end. Cheers

[lqvsh_]

Wow I really like how you bring your own style to the photography industry. That’s so unique. I just subscribed because you bring a different perspective to photography and i like that. Thats my first video, looking forward to watch more of you.

[sykkel_martin]

Thank you!! Seriously, your videos are so relatable, and informative! 🙏🙏
Love your visual style and storytelling.

My only subscription with notifications on YouTube.

[dirtbagmoto]

Similar story for me, going to Europe on the 25th this month with my A7cII but I've narrowed it dow to the 40mm 2.5 and 85mm 1.8 Sony lenses. I have a lot of options including other bodies/premium lenses but decided to travel light while still have some flexibility. Cheers

[aboynamedjamil]

I love your story telling. The pace is a little fast for me, but I understand why it's necessary.

[aevai]

That was great! Have never seen a camera lens video like this!

[omshantiom-]

This was beautiful. thank you for this.

[VerteWaxVerte]

Just subscribed. I ran through half a dozen of your videos. You make videos that are the perfect mix of length, content, and quality. Thank you!

[diblaze]

Life coach and lens commentary all in one video. Giving me lots to think about. 🙂

[syr]

Love how your life/profession is intertwined with the camera stuff in this video!

[MatthewRaifman]

Man, this video hit home! I’m also turning 40, also a PhD, also considering working not in academia, and also looking at the a7cr or cii and 40mm as alternatives edc to x100vi.

[timgimbert]

Zf and the 40mm are amazing.

I have been a 50mm guy for years and then tried to get uncomfortable with the 35mm which I enjoyed. However I got the 40mm, which I suppose is not as technically good as the others I mentioned, and as soon as I was shooting for me went on the Z6.

Now I have the Zf it and the 40mm are partners. Don't get me wrong the Zf is used professionally in conjunction with my Z8 but as soon as I finished my last job the 24-70mm 2.8 came off and the 40mm came back home.

[photodesignch]

I adapted 40mm for a long time now. For some reason 40mm POV just looks more natural to me than a 35, 50.

Anyways! If you don’t mind adapted manual lenses. The old pentax 43mm is a a great choice. It is compact (even with an adapter), metal construction, and it has a F1.9 so it’s a bit larger aperture than 40G F2.8

[graycheng]

Great video as usual, love the way you talk about life and photography.

[GavinClay]

If you dont mind manual focusing, the voigtlander 40mm f1.4 is brilliant. Build quality is amazing and makes shooting feel more tactile with the focus tab.

[Peter-wmeu]

You are a great story teller and produced a really nice video! My compliments!

[stkuj]

Have you consider the Sigma 35 F2 Contemporary? TBH, I feel you might want the extra width. When I was in Japan, I felt I wanted a wide angle. I could always crop in.

[Iamtongue]

Great content dude! I'm looking into this lens so i appreciate your review.

[mjingj]

Hi Jack, for travel on my A7CR I've gone off all of the Sony Lenses. My GM 50mm f1.2, 35 f1.4 all stay home. I only bring my Samyang 45mm f1.8 and 24mm f1.8 - give them a try