1000 subs today

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

I started my KZread channel because of you!

@BlaineWestropp1

Жыл бұрын

@@EdmundElijah dude I love that! keep it up!

While I have vintage Nikkors, FDs, Minoltas, Russian and German staples, the minimal focus breathing in cine lenses is the biggest reason for using them more than the vintage set. Once you start noticing focus breathing, it is very hard to ignore it (even if the viewer wouldn't notice it). Of course, if one does not do any focus pulls, the vintage lenses are totally fine.

@MichaelKaykov

2 ай бұрын

Many LOMO OKS have minimal focus breathing

This was extremely well filmed and produced.

@EdmundElijah

16 күн бұрын

@@Makingthetransition thanks!

I enjoyed how you spoke about this. You were passionate about why you love vintage lenses and confident about what you presented. I’ve been exploring vintage lenses for photography lately and ended up here. Glad I did.

@EdmundElijah

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I better finish my set before this video goes viral 😂 I personally went with the Non-AI Nikkor lenses for a more wild look. But for the price, the Nikkor glass is unparalleled

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

I've got a few more to add to my set before I branch off for non-AI lenses. They seem to be a lot easier to find here in Oklahoma.

Great work as always Edmund!

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Love the video dude! Makes me wanna use my AIS lenses more!

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! You’ve got that Leica set now - can’t turn back! Get that 60mm Macro!

It was great to meet you at Goodwill. It’s also interesting that I am seeing this after buying a full set of the Sony GM primes. I did vintage lenses for years and kind of made a full circle back around to the cleanest and purest glass.

@EdmundElijah

3 ай бұрын

I’ve been wanting to pick up some Sigma primes for the same reason!

Bought 105mm F2.5 around 10 months ago, it sits glued on my Z5. Spectacular characteristics in such well built lens. Must own!

Couldn't agree more. Love vintage lenses and love Nikkor lenses. A lens to check out next is the Nikkor 180mm f2.8 ED AI lens. Picked up one a few months ago. It is just epic!

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

I need a longer focal length for sure!

@LightDive

11 ай бұрын

I just got the same lens myself. Looking forward to getting some time with it.

I appreciate your slower pacing instead of 5he overwhelming rapid fire of information

@EdmundElijah

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate it.

I got a mixed set of Nikons, 24mm Ai f2.8, 28mm Ai F2.8, 35mm Ai f2.8, 50mm Series E f1.8 and a 105mm Ai-s f2.5. The series E is surprisingly good for 50-60 bucks, and i got it for like 30.

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

I need to experiment with more!

Awesome vídeo Edmund! Hugs from Brazil!

@EdmundElijah

9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

This was nicely put together. I'm based out of OKC. Good to see a fellow traveler from Oklahoma on YT. I have been shooting on Canon FD lenses myself.

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

I just moved here! I love OKC. It was the first city we visited in Oklahoma.

Very insightful video! Curious to find out what your go-tos are? I'm looking for a wide, a medium and something to get a little closer with.

@EdmundElijah

11 ай бұрын

I’d recommend the 24mm f/2, 35mm f/2, and the 55mm f/2.8. Even though the 55mm is a macro lens, it’s great for all around use!

@MarcelGlas

11 ай бұрын

@@EdmundElijah Thank you very much for the reply! :)

Great video. Subscribed!

@EdmundElijah

7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

also the nikkors in general are probably one of the most consistent lenses, you can mix lenses with newer versions like the AF/D and the FX DSRL and maybe Z mount too, with leica for example, its harder to find color matching lenses with serials of the same year, witch is wild

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

That's an interesting point!

@bradl2636

Жыл бұрын

This is why mixing generations of Minolta Rokkors (MCI, MCII, MCIII, MD, MDII) isn't a good idea for cinema use. Color matching is a pain because Minolta constantly changed their glass formulations and coatings. This is also why the rehousing companies are a ripoff because they are mixing generations of glass. I'm actually NOT a fan of butchering vintage photography lenses for cinema use.

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

@@bradl2636 Rehousing companies normally don’t supply the lenses, though. Why don’t you agree with it?

Great video. You seem to have both the AI-S 35mm f/2 and the 35mm f/1.4, which of these lenses do you prefer using?

@EdmundElijah

5 ай бұрын

I’ve since sold the f/2 and have kept the f/1.4.

Nice and simple for why you should use vintage lenses, great video. Would love to know why you opted for the Nikkor as opposed to the trend Leica or Contax (though I have to agree with your choice, Nikkor's are so underrated I just can't fault them price performance is the best)? However on a quick note for me its not a case one or the other, its just a case of the the right tool for the specific job.

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

I was hoping that this video would generate interest in why I chose Nikkor AI-S lenses over others (Leica, Contax, etc) - so I will definitely make a follow-up regarding that!

@damiendehorn6350

Жыл бұрын

@@EdmundElijah So looking forward to that. Haven't seen many if any video's on anything other then Leica, FD's and Contax (when comparing).

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

@@damiendehorn6350 I’ll see if I can rent some of the other lenses to compare them all.

Great content. Thank you.

@EdmundElijah

9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I think I was your 1000d sub, congrats!

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

I'm curious what your thought process was for choosing Nikkor AI-S lenses when there are a lot of other options (Canon FD, Contax Zeiss, Leica R). I'm on the fence with Nikkor and Contax Zeiss.

where did you get the lens hood for the 28mm? Thanks in advance

@EdmundElijah

4 ай бұрын

It's a cine front ring from SIMMOD!

Did you film the talking head with the Nikkors as well? Or did you keep one modern lens for youtube?

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

I have been using the Nikkor 35mm f/1.4 for my talking heads!

I have a question on Nikon Nikkor...can the E series of Nikkors match cut with the AI series lenses?

@EdmundElijah

6 ай бұрын

There are so many variables when it comes to manufacturing lenses that it would be difficult to find AI lenses that match together seamlessly. I would say that you could do it, but I'd try them out before buying. You could get scientific with it, or just make it work for you.

This is a really great video! I have a pretty similar set (no 1.4's, but I have the 200mm f4 and I love it!)

@EdmundElijah

9 ай бұрын

I need that lens!

@nathanryan7018

9 ай бұрын

Oh it's such a fun lens, and such a different perspective. The clarity and detail are off the charts.@@EdmundElijah

@nathanryan7018

9 ай бұрын

Also, you should try the current Voigtlander F-mount lenses. I think there are 4 (28mm 2.8, 40mm f4, 58mm 1.4, and 90mm 2.8) They are excellent and built in the same style as the AI-S lenses@@EdmundElijah

@EdmundElijah

9 ай бұрын

@@nathanryan7018 I’ve actually been interested in those!

Cool video!! Likes the no music and no gimmicks! Very kosher/halal

@EdmundElijah

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Very informative. Thank you. Youre from tulsa? Tell the von lankens hello from texas!

@EdmundElijah

3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Great video Edmund! I also have a C70 and some Nikkor lens... Which adapter are you using to go from Nikon F to RF mount?

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

SIMMOD’s conversion kit! It’s great, and reversible.

@ronouellette

Жыл бұрын

@@EdmundElijah Thanks!

@ronouellette

Жыл бұрын

​@@EdmundElijah I went to check it out... Do you actually need to get one kit for every lens? Did you try any other adapters that doesn't involve changing the mount of the lens?

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

@@ronouellette Which camera body are you using?

@ronouellette

Жыл бұрын

@@EdmundElijah The Canon C70. I have a PL mount and the Canon 0.71x Ef to RF.

Excellenmt audio. How did you do it_?

@EdmundElijah

3 ай бұрын

Check out my video titled: 5 Simple Tips for Better Audio | How to Improve Your Videos

Excellent

@EdmundElijah

7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Hey I live in Skiatook, but I do most of my work in Tulsa!

@EdmundElijah

5 ай бұрын

Email me! connect@edmundelijah.com

@redbeardproductions-kevind9806

5 ай бұрын

@@EdmundElijah will do

@EdmundElijah

5 ай бұрын

@@redbeardproductions-kevind9806 I’m waiting!

@redbeardproductions-kevind9806

5 ай бұрын

@@EdmundElijah just sent it

which camera do u use in the talk part? and lens :)

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

I use a Canon C70 and a Nikkor 35mm f/1.4. I’m considering switching, though!

@fridadeivizsla2729

Жыл бұрын

@@EdmundElijah very nice image (and a super good grading).. switching to!? I'm thinking to switching to h2s from a7iv.. but who knows 🤣

@EdmundElijah

Жыл бұрын

@@fridadeivizsla2729 that’s what I am considering!

@fridadeivizsla2729

Жыл бұрын

@@EdmundElijah ;) Why do you want to switch to H2s? I saw that you have used it in the past

@EdmundElijah

11 ай бұрын

@@fridadeivizsla2729 I’m just interested in changing things up for a bit!

I love the look of vintage lenses, and would love to use them to film stuff. Could I use these ones you specify to film with my fuji x-e4? Or you wouldnt recommend that

@EdmundElijah

11 ай бұрын

Yup! Just need to get an adapter from Urth.

We should get together and compare your Nikors with my Super-Takumars...

Do you have any experience with nikkors ai-s lens zoom

@EdmundElijah

7 ай бұрын

I do not - I want some, though!

@alexanderjohansson3947

7 ай бұрын

@@EdmundElijah i ordered one yesterday. I would like to try and film a sports event with it. But not sure how it will do haha

@EdmundElijah

7 ай бұрын

@@alexanderjohansson3947 Which one?

@alexanderjohansson3947

7 ай бұрын

@@EdmundElijah nikkors ai-s 35-105mm

@EdmundElijah

7 ай бұрын

@@alexanderjohansson3947 That’s the lens that I want!

Grazie

What you need is nikkon 50-300 ed ais.

@EdmundElijah

7 ай бұрын

That’s true!

@atruceforbruce5388

7 ай бұрын

@@EdmundElijah what nikkon said was it was the finest manual lens they ever made. After owning it for a year I can say it's not misplaced sentiment.

The old Nikkors are the original Art lenses... and still are.

@EdmundElijah

Ай бұрын

I love them!

@ChristianAndrew1.4

Ай бұрын

@@EdmundElijah 100% agree, its all I shoot with.

woo

@EdmundElijah

11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@AroojNaveedJustin

11 ай бұрын

@@EdmundElijah 😇😇

the focus throw on those is just too damn short. I used to be a Nikon vintage lens advocate, untill I did a blind test with the Sigma I series lens.. and concluded that those Nikons are simply Traditional Chinese medicine, other than the placebo effect it has on my psychology.. it doesnt do much for me...

@EdmundElijah

11 ай бұрын

Bummer!

So you're saying, even though this is not what I'm trying to do, that if a young filmmaker wants to emulate the look of what she sees in Netflix series and Amazon Prime series she should use Nikkor AI-S? I fully disagree. These lenses will make her piece look like Harold and Maud, which is fine if her story is set in the 70s. But is she's trying to tell a contemporary story happy in 2024, she should use lenses to which the audience is used to see those stories being filmed with. Why would you use 50 year old lenses to film a sci-fi piece happening in the future, or a crime story happening today? Now if somebody is going to produce a Western, a Buck and Swash movie , why not!

@EdmundElijah

Ай бұрын

Are you aware that Dune II used vintage Soviet lenses? Or that the Batman used a few? I believe that you’re having a hard time understanding why vintage lens characteristics can aide you as a filmmaker. I can find additional examples of films and tv shows that use vintage lenses and are available on Netflix and Amazon Prime, if you’d like.