This Lens Fixes the Sony FX30's Biggest Flaw

This Lens Fixes the Sony FX30's Biggest Flaws. In this review, we take a look at a 50mm T1.05 lens and see if it's the perfect lens for the Sony FX30 camera.

If you're looking for a cinematic video lens, for your Sony FX30 camera, then you need to check out the 50mm T1.05 lens. This lens fixes some of the biggest issues with the Sony FX30 camera, like high ISO noise and lack of that "full frame" look. So if you're looking for a quality lens, that won't break the bank, then you need to check out the this 50mm T1.05 Cine lens.

GEAR I USED TO MAKE THIS VIDEO

VIDEO GEAR:

AUDIO GEAR:

LIGHTING:

COMPUTER AND EDITING:

* Some links are affiliate links, you do not pay any extra, but I may get a small commissions. Using these links allows me to make more videos like this one.

00:00 The Flaws and The Fix
00:49 First Sample Images - Low Light
01:57 Best Prices on The Lens
02:10 Compared to Full Frame Low Light
03:36 T-Stop vs F-Stop
05:49 Shallow Depth of Field and How To Use It
07:52 Image Quality
08:32 Close Up Image Quality
09:51 Image Sharpness and Detail
12:16 Bokeh and Background Blur
13:14 Build Quality
14:22 Flaws and Deal Breakers
15:43 Who is This Lens For?
15:59 The FX30 XLR Top Handel SUCKS

[markwiemels]

*** OR HERE (buy direct) - bit.ly/43hm6mm AND GET 5% OFF WITH CODE MARK5 AT CHECKOUT ***

[MattJackson_YouTube]

In my opinion, ISO should be used for light sensitivity and T/F-stop for depth of field, subject sharpness, and creative look. From the perspective of shooting on film, that's how ISO/stops were intended to be utilized. Also, S35 lenses like this one can certainly be used on full-frame cameras - I do it all the time with vintage cinema glass. It of course narrows the field of view but serves as a deliberate creative choice for the project.

[towtruckeryt]

Thanks for saving my time with top handle. I ordered this lense and I'm shocked at how much light it lets in. Great recommendation..

[Kim_Alexander]

it's funny how now days it seams to be an issue to shoot with a super 35 sensor when super 35 have been the most used format for film making during our history of making film.

and where a T stop of 2.8 have been the golden standard for films

[chicoy]

although it is true that full frame sensors can produce a thinner/ narrower depth of field. ive never believed that apsc cameras find it hard to get that back ground subject separation. ive been using fuji x system for almost 10 years and ive always been ok with 1.4 or even f2 lenses, and i usuall love wide lenses as well. and i never found it hard to separate background/ make background blur with a 35mm 1.4 or even my 16mm f1.4 from fuji

[ajitnathaniel]

So what lens is this? I watched the entire video and it seems like you forgot to name it.

[BenPatrik]

Great video! I’m about to order an FX30 as my first cinema camera and I was searching for the best first lens to purchase. Not searching anymore!

[TwentyEightStreetMedia]

I filmed with my new fx30 yesterday. I was impressed. I used a prime 16mm 1.4 and in some places I did have to adjust the iso but I’m in love with this camera.

[cgrado]

I have the 50 and have used it for great shots at 1.4-1.8 in high-light situations (well-lit dance competition floor) on the a6400, with amazing sharpness, clarity, on the subject, and blur/isolation from the crowd. Tons of compliments from people on the footage.

[SelectReceptions]

Question: You mention this was 'made' for a crop sensor, does that means it's 50mm on the fx30, or is it actually like 75mm (w/ 1.5 crop)?

[PhotoGearFun]

I have the 35mm version of this lens and I love it! While manual focus can be a challenge with a little practice I am getting better and find manual focus to be fun and also frustrating. Getting sharp focus at 1.05 is a great challenge but if you can get it at 1.05 you are good at any T Stop. Cheers.

[domTT]

Really intrigue about these 7artisan Cine lenses. After watching & also reading some of the comments, I'm surprised (but not really), that people went off topics. It's about the lens in most parts. This lens being for crop sensor is really interesting, will be looking for it.

[soundacresstudio]

Ive got a Mitakon 35mm f.095 love it, its pretty much the only lens I need for my FX-30

[CraigMarshall_HDvideoK]

Great lens and I have the four piece 12, 25, 35, 50mm Cinema set but why do you refer to an APSC sensor as a 'crop sensor'? That almost sounds like it is somehow 'less than' a Full Frame sensor. Sure APSC is smaller but the sensors in the FX30, FS5, FS7, Arri Alexa etc, all the world's favourite 'video movie' cameras are actually Super 35 sensors - the same shape & size as traditional Hollywood Super 35 film camera gates. Shooting video on Full Frame sensors (or Visa Vision) has only become a fairly recent phenomenon.

[flapdance]

There's the sigma 16mm 1.4. happy on my a6300. Good clean dynamic range with cine 4 in dark.

[mcewan-media]

What would you use for NDs for it? Thnx for the video, very interesting

[INFOXlive]

Manual focus is huge drawback on these lens. Does not suit for point and shoot scenarios . Makes production slower. But on dark conditions can be the lifesaver for someone.

[takunya]

Can you make a tour of your studio? How you made your lightning and setups?

[RandumbTech]

How did you get your camera gear into the stadium? Most places ban it. Looks like a great lens for the FX30!

[Dwoalin]

Still saving up to grab my FX30 and even though I haven’t considered a 50mm lens, I am now.