What You MUST KNOW Before Buying Lenses & Filters for iPhone

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With smartphones having multiple in-built lenses, are lenses for your smartphone worth it? Should you buy a wide-angle and telephoto lens for your smartphones? Or are they a must-have accessory for any smartphone filmmaker wanting to get the best images out of their smartphone? In this video, we explore the options and why I believe you need them.
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Sandmarc Lenses, filters, and cases for Smartphones - bit.ly/3DS6Ezt
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▶ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:31 - Giveaway
1:20 - Why using lenses in daylight
2:18 - Daylight Video samples
5:35 - Why using lenses in low light makes such a difference
6:01 - Nighttime and low-light Video samples
8:35 - What are my thoughts
▶︎ Some of the camera gear I use:
*CAMERA*
My camera - Canon M6 MK2 - amzn.to/3KyHw62
My Phone - iPhone 13 Pro Max 1TB - amzn.to/3UBFoz0
DJI Pocket 2 Creators Combo - amzn.to/2O7eYY7​
*LENSES*
Canon EF 70-200mm L series - amzn.to/2KFG3zB​
Canon EF 16-35mm L Series - amzn.to/39c1J0j​
Canon EF 24-70mm L Series - amzn.to/39fFK94​
*TRIPOD*
Manfrotto 504HD,546BK Video Tripod Kit - amzn.to/3avvjwt​
ESDDI DSLR Camera Tripod - amzn.to/31YnprB​
*SOUND RECORDER*
Zoom H6 (2020 Version) 6-Track Portable Recorder - amzn.to/2E5XQg0​
Tascam DR40X - amzn.to/2MdYgoD​
Zoom H1N Sound Recorder - amzn.to/32rs07i​
*LOCATION MONITOR*
Atomos Ninja V Monitor/ Recorder - amzn.to/41wOdN0​
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  • @SilatShooter
    @SilatShooter10 ай бұрын

    Awesome Video as always! Enjoy how you cover content that I'm interested in.

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    10 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoy it! Next video is about motorized sliders, if that is anything you are keen on. then the following two are how to film solo and a new set of accessories and lenses for smartphones, and then some videos about the iphone 15 pro max. So if it sounds interesting, stay tuned!

  • @chrisneal6491
    @chrisneal6491 Жыл бұрын

    Great Video Samuel i'm looking to buy a gimbal that i can use with my smart phone that has easy to use software and can film both verticle and horizontal, I saw your video and you saved me from buying the Osmo 6, which would you suggest to buy?

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    Do you use cameras and smartphone or phone only? My next video will be the hohem M6 vs the Hohem MT2 for smartphones. I think you will find it very enlightening…

  • @chrisneal6491

    @chrisneal6491

    Жыл бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiega looking forward to watching the video! I will just be using it with my iPhone thanks!

  • @janetefrati5806
    @janetefrati580610 ай бұрын

    Great video, did you also try the Moment and Shiftcam lensen? I couldn't buy on the Sandmarc website it only shows the product without the option to buy?

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    10 ай бұрын

    I have always purchased from Sandmarc’s website. No, I havenMt tried those. I would love to but I have a finite budget to invest in gear… maybe one day either of those companies reach put to me or reply to any of my emails… 😊

  • @JUVARBS
    @JUVARBS9 ай бұрын

    Do I need a smartphone lens if I film ProRes log on my iPhone 15 Pro Max? Will a lense help and is it even good in this case?

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    9 ай бұрын

    If you watch the video, the same issues and advantages to using a lens remain with the latest iphones. Other than the main lens. The other 2 are useless the moment light starts to drop. Plus, you get better optic elements from a dedicated external lens than the built-in ones… But if you are able to watch the video, hopefully you’ll understand what I mean… 👍👍

  • @csmoran9
    @csmoran9 Жыл бұрын

    Great video, it's just a shame that many companies after nine months haven't created anything for the pixel 7 pro, whether it's a case that can take these lens attachment or the lens themselves

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    That is a real shame because I can tell you, the difference is really noticeable!!

  • @lucianobernhard6333
    @lucianobernhard63335 ай бұрын

    Have you tried the Neewer lenses ? I’m currently trialing them . I wish reviewers provided sample shots for download. Thanks for the review.

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    5 ай бұрын

    No I haven’t! Are they any good?

  • @paulosalazar
    @paulosalazar Жыл бұрын

    Hi Samuel, I trust so much your advice in your videos since you always are very honest on the highs and lows of the products you show. I have both Sandmarc ND filters and 3 lenses (telephoto, wide, anamorphic). ND filters are amazing but with lenses I have a problem where it is really hard to focus for pictures when I use the lenses (or I cant focus at all). And when I thread the filters on the lenses I get a visible vignette on the photo/video. Are you having those 2 problems? Any tips on how to fix them?

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi! I have had all sorts of problems with lenses. I know exactly what you are going through. Please let me know thins, when did you buy your lenses? I had bought my lenses a few years ago and started to get images that were not pin sharp. It turns out that Sandmarc had improved their lenses as iphone cameras got better and better and sharper too. I had to changed for new lenses. In regards to focusing, I have experienced the issue using the default camera app and also filmic pro, totally randomly. Is that the case with you:? However, since I started using a camera app called Mavis Pro (or Atomos Pro app I believe it is called. Atomos has licensed the app to use it for their clients) the issue has not repeated. Now, Mavis Pro is not an app for the average user, and for many it will feel overwhelming, as it feels more like using a professional viewfinder, rather than one with a universal easy to navigate design. But the results I am getting is really good, despite the fact it doesn't film with flat color spaces. That would be another video in itself, the fake flat colot space in phone apps... Essentially, I think it is down to the apps. What do you think, does it make sense to you what I say?

  • @paulosalazar

    @paulosalazar

    Жыл бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiega I bought the wide lens back in November 2022 and the Telephoto in September 2022 (right before the released the new one). I am using an Iphone 13 pro max and sometimes the Iphone camera app but when it just does not focus I move to ProCamera that is the one they recommend to be able to pick the lens. I mostly use the main lens, using the telephoto lens gives some really bad results.

  • @Sriphotchanat
    @Sriphotchanat Жыл бұрын

    This is really helpful for making decision. Do we have the new upgrade version of Sandmarc Wide lens and Telephoto lens here ?

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, The only one caveat is that with their new wide angle lens, the front element diameter in slightly wider than with the telephoto, so you are unable to screw on their filters, which are 40.5mm. I have tried a 42>40.5mm step down ring but that is too small so I am returning it and getting a 43>40.5mm step down, which I feel now it is the correct diameter. As soon as I get it, test it and confirm it works I will leave a pinned comment in this video..., Hopefully that will help someone because I need to be able to screw my filters to the lenses and I believe the same applies to almost anyone who buys lenses....

  • @Sriphotchanat

    @Sriphotchanat

    8 ай бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiega I received the new Sandmarctelephoto lens today. Most of the time, I take more photos than videos. The question is, do I need to buy additional ND filters? Which one? What would you recommend?

  • @MathiasKropp
    @MathiasKropp11 ай бұрын

    Hola Sam, great video👏! Good explanation shooting with/without lenses. What do you think about the Moment new T-Series lenses? Muchos recuerdos de parte de Mathias,Hannover/Alemania

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    11 ай бұрын

    They look good but I haven't used them, so I can't give you an informed opinion. What annoys me though is that they make them in such a way that adding a filter on top is almost impossible.... This is what I like about the Sandmarc lenses, you can add filters on top and stick to the 180 degree rule.... But that's just me, and what works for me doesn't necessarily work for anyone else...

  • @MathiasKropp

    @MathiasKropp

    11 ай бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiega They habe a 67mm Phone Filter Mount, which works with most iPhones and with many other brands. Additionally they offer a 67mm Snap-On Filter Adapter for iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max ( I have the Max) I‘m considering to buy Moment or Sandmarc🤔🤔

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    11 ай бұрын

    @@MathiasKropp Moment has a good reputation. I can't give you an opinion because I haven't used them. I wish I could though but maybe one day....

  • @ronelsanchez3216
    @ronelsanchez32169 ай бұрын

    Can you mount any ND filters brand to telephoto lens?

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    9 ай бұрын

    yes if you can find them, they need to have a 40.5mm diameter.

  • @naznar189
    @naznar189 Жыл бұрын

    Great video as always which gimbal would you pair it with?. Also I’ve entered the giveaway

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    I have been using lately a lot the hohem M6. I reviewed it, if interested… not perfect but for what I need s gimbal for, works a treat.

  • @ChristopherMarshburn
    @ChristopherMarshburn9 ай бұрын

    I am interested in these lenses. However in the samples the Sandmarc lenses significantly affect the iPhones native color science, which in my opinion is excellent. The images taken with the Sandmarc seem to be noticeably on the warm side. I wish it didn’t have the affect. I’m guessing it’s the coating Sandmarc uses on their lenses.

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    9 ай бұрын

    I guess it is all down to personal taste. I like warmer colors in my footage and even when I grade footage,. I always have a tendency to warm it up.... But like everything in life, it's all down to personal taste...

  • @ChristopherMarshburn

    @ChristopherMarshburn

    9 ай бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiega true. I guess I’m the opposite liking a more neutral palette.

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    9 ай бұрын

    @@ChristopherMarshburn the thing is nobody is right or wrong. I always think that everything is down to each and every person’s taste.

  • @Dadtech.
    @Dadtech. Жыл бұрын

    Are these songs from Epidemic sound? If so what are the titles, id love you use them for a video im creating right now

  • @Dadtech.

    @Dadtech.

    Жыл бұрын

    @SamuelSotiega between shazam, your video and Epidemic sound I figured it out, thank you though.

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, they are epidemic sound. Do you have any of them missing? I can let you know which one if you give me time stamps…

  • @Dadtech.

    @Dadtech.

    Жыл бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiegai got them thank you brother, love your videos

  • @Stevexupen
    @Stevexupen4 ай бұрын

    cmiiw you can't achieve shallow depth of field from shutter speed.

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    4 ай бұрын

    Jo, you can’t, but you get motion blur and a softer looking image, which helps in making it look more pleasant to the eye. For some that is worth something, for others it doesn’t matter. Just pick your side and happy filming!

  • @fastbricksrc6084
    @fastbricksrc6084 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks again for a great video. Sad that i have a S23 Ultra. I think i will try the lenses and filters from freewell. But i got one point on your video which was not your average quality. The sound wasnt good in most of the video

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for chipping in. I am waiting for some specific accessories for hiding in clothing a couple of new better lavalier mics at £250 a pop so I really hope things improve on that area. If they arrive in time for when I start filming my next video I will use them but I feel it will be not the next one but the following one.... I am acting on the feedback I get...

  • @fastbricksrc6084

    @fastbricksrc6084

    Жыл бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiega well, audio was much better last videos. Anyway, I am looking forward to what you come up with

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    @@fastbricksrc6084 audio was better in last videos or better than in the last videos?

  • @fastbricksrc6084

    @fastbricksrc6084

    Жыл бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiega in the videos before the last one the audio was better

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    Жыл бұрын

    @@fastbricksrc6084 by the way, wait on the freewell filters. If you can. There is something new from them for their sherpa system next month. I would strongly recommend you avoid the variable NDs. They have horrible color hue shifting. I hope next month they’ll release straight NDs and that would be by far the best, unless they change the components and glass elements of the VNDs…

  • @jujitsujew23
    @jujitsujew239 ай бұрын

    The differences are so subtle…

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    9 ай бұрын

    Well, in the telephoto is quite noticeable. And in low light the differences are substantial on both ultra-wide and telephoto... But then again, that is my opinion, and you might have a totally different one..

  • @jujitsujew23

    @jujitsujew23

    9 ай бұрын

    @@SamuelSotiega seeing as I already gave you my opinion…

  • @arushkapoor4588
    @arushkapoor45887 ай бұрын

    You got 8 bridges in the video

  • @SamuelSotiega

    @SamuelSotiega

    7 ай бұрын

    Unfortunately the give away is finished but I will do another bigger one in the new year, so stay tuned…

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