"Funktionality" does not get together with a Sony A6x or A7c! I owned a A6000 for years, than PEN F, than a GH6 (because of video). And I thouht: Holy Moly a cam can be sooo easy to handle. I sold (not yet) the GH6 for a X-H2s, because it is a better Hybrid. In terms of funktionality the X-H2s is not to be beaten: 7 (seven) custom modes plus video and PASM. (Mine: C1=6.2k open gate, C2=4K, C3=4k120, C4=FHD240, C5=BKT, C6= Panorama, C7=preshot up to 40FPS), plus sholder display which shows me the details that are dialed in, also in the dark, or off! Just a click and you are good to go. Joystick and several custom buttons. 5.76mio 120p 0.8mag. Viewfinder. no overheating Cf ex B cards = faaast and cheap (+SD) When I WAS a Sony A6 User I wished a FF in a compact and stylish form would come out. Exactly what a A7CII is. Pretty much. But I am 8 years more experienced now. Imho an A7C is a perfect cam for beginners.
@JasonLawrenceNoel7 сағат бұрын
Great video and don’t we live in such an amazing time that we get to have such amazing options. ❤ I own both cameras… and after shooting weddings with my Sony for a few months I still find my Fuji images more pleasing than my Sony files. For me it’s only an autofocus thing ;) . Recently started printing huge prints and man again the Fuji files printed look soooo good imo. The Sony has such a digital look … you know what I mean? Now I also shoot shooting 5k running races all over the state aaaannnndddd give me my Sony all day. I will never miss a shot and the artistic value doesn’t have to be there 🤙 Again great vid and hope you have a fantastic week!!! Happy snapping 😊
@cruz19696 күн бұрын
Great honest review. Thanks bro
@SpudUna6 күн бұрын
What are the end pixel dimensions of the 180 degree mode ? Thanks
@BarryForman-oo4qz16 күн бұрын
You said nothing
@danvirchow16 күн бұрын
Just a showcase.
@SpudUna17 күн бұрын
Nice one 👍🏻
@The_Guth17 күн бұрын
Sweeeet review man! Looking to pick one up! By the way sick work man! I was out shooting SNW as well 🤟🏼
@danvirchow16 күн бұрын
You'll dig it! Hope you had a blast at SNW! That was a tough one to navigate through.
@StevenLiaoT18 күн бұрын
Multi-interface shoe came out around the time the a6000 was introduced in fall 2014. It has taken a long time to properly develop proprietary accessories for it but it was introduced because the NEX-7 was using a minolta (Sony-specific) hot shoe and people wanted the standard hot shoe. Then they added pins to it to make it more useful.
@danvirchow18 күн бұрын
This is good info! Thank you for sharing.
@jd-vo9mq19 күн бұрын
How is the Sony app? Is it better than Fuji's? Can you also transfer RAW files and videos to your smartphone? PS: I'm a Fuji user with GAS syndrome and I'm tired of waiting for my X100VI, which probably won't arrive for another 6 months. I've been interested in the Sony A7C for a long time, but I'm really afraid of being disappointed with the colors since I'm used to Fuji's JPEGs. How are Sony's JPEGs?
@danvirchow18 күн бұрын
Sony jpegs are fine at best. Usable. They don’t have the customizability of Fuji’s files, but I personally always found film sims underwhelming. Turns out I like editing photos more than I knew! The Sony app works well. Connects fairly seemlessly and the remote shooting works well. But let’s face it…all camera phone apps suck in their own way 😅
@jd-vo9mq18 күн бұрын
@@danvirchow Here it is! I finally gave in! I bought the A7C II today (with the Sony 35mm f1.8) and... I'm shocked... the AF compared to the Fuji XT4 is just amazing, wow. And the image quality is incredible... even in JPEG. It's crazy!
@danvirchow16 күн бұрын
@@jd-vo9mq the AF was shocking when switching over to Sony! They DON'T miss. Enjoy your new kit!
@jonoy437520 күн бұрын
This is my go to lens. I often reduce the brightness to have more texture.
@danvirchow19 күн бұрын
It’s so compact and sharp…almost perfect!
@BalenGolitov21 күн бұрын
What about shutter speed synchronisation? Does it consider the camera’s speed?
@evebettina24 күн бұрын
Yeah I bought a huge pack of filters and it’s such a burden while I’m shooting outdoor to indoors But if shooting b rolls it’s more of a fun for me, something to play with From a Beginner of video and photography world
@danvirchow22 күн бұрын
Yeah, if you can work around the inconveniences, filters are the way to go!
@1badsoarer26 күн бұрын
Fine for a studio, probably awkward as he'll in public 😂
@danvirchow25 күн бұрын
IDK man, retro is IN!
@1badsoarer26 күн бұрын
Looks like pandemonium
@giannis899826 күн бұрын
thats dope !
@DANIELSMIAMI26 күн бұрын
There’s a way to change the way a software is perceiving the RAWs upon you loading those in. I’ve read something somewhere, but Adobe Bridge doesn’t have that option. Well, I haven’t found it yet. Even when you shoot with the DR ON, there’s a way to tell the software to change settings to default. I know it sounds confusing, and you may be in disbelief, but I’ll get to the bottom of it.
@DANIELSMIAMI26 күн бұрын
The whole reason why it happens is because the HDR setting is trying to balance the image for both, highlights and shadows. But the camera isn’t powerful enough to cover the range for both, thus, the DR prioritizes and adjusts the exposure for either the shadows or the highlights. In my case everything is adjusted to protect the highlights, so all the photos come out dark as the shadows are brought down. If you’re just starting out in photography, some of this may be difficult to understand.
@johnsavagecrypto27 күн бұрын
keep making these videos you will pop off one day great quality, great narration, great info
@danvirchow27 күн бұрын
Thank you, I really appreciate that very much! 🙏🏼
@andrequedanca28 күн бұрын
I use a wheelchair so this is actually my main camera along side the iPhone 15 Pro. I dont want to carry mirrorless with huge gimbals as is not practical for me but I like my footage to look cinematic so I use NDs and Lenses because after color grading will get much better. I didnt use them all the time tho but its much easier to set them on this pocket camera than to a mirrorless, calibrating a gimbal, will take me like 15min and sometimes just to shoot 2/3 minutes. Great video tho!
@danvirchow27 күн бұрын
My brother was in a wheelchair and would have loved using a a camera like this. The NDs certainly make the footage look better if you’re hoping to optimize your video. Thanks for checking out the video, appreciate you!
@jakestechtravels486429 күн бұрын
Love the video, I use ND filters on my Pocket 3 and it closes fine :) but I agree it probably won't be used much, until I need them when on holiday in super bright places.
@yulianalourenco433029 күн бұрын
Algum comprador poderia dar um feedback?
@saurabhkandharkarvlАй бұрын
Thanks u rock bro
@josephblanco94Ай бұрын
Just picked one up on FB marketplace for $200 and now I’m watching reviews. Can’t wait to use it 🤙🏽
@hungryjustinАй бұрын
Loved the real world experience. Great video brotha!!
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Thanks man! Hope it helped in some way!
@CarlosGarcia-dx1jjАй бұрын
Bro this video is definitely something I needed to see. Thanks!! Awesome photos too!
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Thanks for checking it out! Really dig this little lens...very happy with it!
@CapturedByKenАй бұрын
Your work is sickkkk! I’ve been using this beast of a lens for a few months now, no complaints whatsoever
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Thanks man, appreciate that! It's such a great piece of kit. Putting it through its paces this summer!
@twincitymedia3463Ай бұрын
Yes. It's the worst and should never be set to auto by Sony.
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Real bummer to find this out the hard way!
@parrotheadstxАй бұрын
Great review. Thanks! Subscribed.
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Thank you, appreciate it!
@pkay1111Ай бұрын
Very honest review and yes, most of the time we amateurs don’t need one at all. Totally agree with having to due with the hassle of taking it out putting it on, it is pretty taxing. But if it is not too expensive, I will still like to have them “just” in case situation 😂. Thanks for the great info and sharing the honest opinion. Have a great day.
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Thank you for watching! I too always have some with me just in case. It all depends on what you're looking to capture, but for daily video that isn't going to be used for paid work or anything, no filter is the way to go!
@user-tn1ef1ok3lАй бұрын
Is the lav mic processed or raw?
@danvirchowАй бұрын
This is unprocessed.
@swizzlebeatstvАй бұрын
Great video. Thanks for the tips. Can I ask which studio mic you are using to record this?
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Thanks for checking it out! I am using the Rode NT-USB+ Mic. I dig it! Here's a link: amzn.to/3yucQAl
@swizzlebeatstvАй бұрын
@@danvirchow Thanks a mil. It sounds great. Cheers.
@squierplayerАй бұрын
Time to start reviewing mountain climbing gear 🧗
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Ha, I am VERY unqualified to speak on that topic 😅
@RockedNetАй бұрын
Great recommendation for travelling. I'm still in the hope of upgrading to Sony Mirrorless and this would help if I go that route.
@danvirchowАй бұрын
It won’t solve all of your audio problems, but you will be hard pressed to find a better option when it comes to travel and quick rip recording! I’m glad I got my hands on one 💪🏼
@JoshConnectMediaАй бұрын
Waiting to consider the ECM-M1. Most reviews nailed it so watching yours as well. Let's go. By the way.. is the Mic 30bit flow or 24? That's why we are called Sony!! We are in our own galaxy.
@danvirchowАй бұрын
The sound quality definitely won't blow you away, but with some processing you can get a lot out of it. And it's SO SMALL. Easy to take with you everywhere!
@stkujАй бұрын
Sorry you experienced this, it's actually well researched & reviewed in YT (esp. with landscape photogs). I've been shooting Sony over 3 years and have never turned it on. DR Optimizer will attempt to equalize the contrast (i.e. raise shadows & lower highlights). I don't use for videos, but I hear that it may help. DR Optimizer, I believe only affects jpegs.
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Certainly a confusing thing for a new Sony user such as myself! Thanks for the info and for checking out the video 🙏🏼
@AudimannАй бұрын
With this lens and the 27mm version you can virtually throw away all your lenses.😅
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Viltrox really is on fire!
@clfurnessАй бұрын
I havent watched the video yet, but how did you know my photos are too dark from my Sony?! 😂
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Because the cameras ship with this feature on 😜
@clfurnessАй бұрын
@@danvirchow I guess this feature only truly applies to the JPEGs so it's not detrimental to the RAW images if used without warning! Can you comment on also using zebra stripes to avoid this over compensation?
@danvirchowАй бұрын
@@clfurness it doesn’t really affect the RAW file except that it makes getting proper exposure difficult because it’s showing you that the photo is exposed properly in camera. What a pain!
@nicolorusso2301Ай бұрын
It shouldn't affect photos shot in raw
@danvirchowАй бұрын
In essence, you’re correct. But it shows an incorrect exposure of the image in your viewfinder which leads to underexposed photos when you put them into Lightroom. It’s just deceiving!
@avishkaabeyrathna8884Ай бұрын
Thanks! this helped me a lot I didn't know why it happened before. I'm using a Sony A7 iv
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Glad it helped! Instantly was driving me bonkers when I got my Sony gear 😵💫
@vikingexploringАй бұрын
Amazing stuff. Should I always record in Dlog to use the LUT provided by DJI? My friend recorded a nightlife video normal mode (I have to edit it), and now I am trying to find the best way to save this video. Any ideas? I basically dont know how to color grade yet, so the next time I will tell her to record in Dlog
@danvirchowАй бұрын
I would almost certainly always shoot in D-Log during the day to optimize the potential to color the footage how you’d like later. As for night time filming, you might almost be better off shooting in a standard profile. Most log profiles introduce some grain into footage, so with the camera working harder in dark conditions, the D-Log footage may be pretty grainy in dark shooting scenarios. Thank you for checking out the video and good luck with your color grading!
@vikingexploringАй бұрын
@@danvirchow Awesome, thanks for responding. What would be a good lut then for filming in semi low light in a nightlife video if you film in normal profile.
@danvirchowАй бұрын
@@vikingexploring honestly not sure as I always shoot in D-Log. I think your best bet would be to test out shooting in normal and in D-Log to see your results. Perhaps a lot would work fine at night in low light...I just haven't tried that yet! Only relying on my traditional understanding of low light, log, and luts. Also, perhaps just manually tweaking the colors in post would work if you shoot in normal.
@aleksandrmikhailov3255Ай бұрын
How bad is EVF compared to the X-T5?
@danvirchowАй бұрын
The X-T5 EVF is better but not by a mile or anything.
@aleksandrmikhailov3255Ай бұрын
@@danvirchow Thanks! Can't decide between fuji xt5 and A7cII. Need a camera for traveling (photo only). Have an a7III with two heavy zoom lenses + Fuji x100v right now. Sony is just too heavy and so unpleasant to use and Fuji...not much lighter than Sony, especially in pair with 16-80 f4. Maybe I should just stick with what I have for now...
@danvirchowАй бұрын
@@aleksandrmikhailov3255 I would personally recommend the A7C II for a travel camera. It’s smaller than the X-T5, and in my opinion, a more capable overall camera being full frame. Also, that autofocus is UNREAL. Hard to consider anything else once you’ve used it. Maybe go to your local camera store and play around with an A7C II or rent one!
@aleksandrmikhailov3255Ай бұрын
@@danvirchow good idea actually. Thanks for the advice and for the video.
@AnastasTarpanovАй бұрын
Looks like a very interesting lens. Not very long for close-up shots, but like one lens to do everything is great. I'm working with Olympus m4/3 and my go-to lens is 40-150 f/2.8 (80-300) for close-up shots there is no alternative in any other system, well if we don't count the Canon RF 100-300 f/2.8 🤭
@danvirchowАй бұрын
If you’re in a club environment, you could definitely rock some closeups with this. It’s very versatile! But for wildlife or anything along those lines, something longer would definitely be more ideal. Great music lens!
@panoworkcomАй бұрын
alternatives: SIRUI Sniper Series F1.2 APS-C and cheaper....
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Definitely wanna try a a SIRUI lens one of these days.
@panoworkcomАй бұрын
While it may seem impractical to use an F/1.2 lens in broad daylight due to overexposure risks, such lenses offer significant advantages.
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Agree! Love the look of a properly exposed day time photo with bokeh.
@BrianMartinincАй бұрын
Is that the heavy one?
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Certainly not a light lens, but also not heavy considering what it is and does!
@TyraGraysonАй бұрын
I have a nikon d750 and have been considering this lens, because one of my second shooters had this lens and the quality was out of this world, he had a Sony, so I am considering renting this for a festival. did you still need to find a good position to be in? or no matter where you were you got those up close shots? some people I may can be in the photo pit area but when we aren't allowed in the pits id like to use this lens. sick shots btw!
@danvirchowАй бұрын
I was able to get shots pretty much anywhere in the photo pit bc of the range. However, at the festival, the stage was massive so if I wanted to get pictures of the drummer, I would have to move to a specific spot. Overall though, it’s basically the only lens you need for 85-90% of shows. Definitely rent it to see if you like it! The image quality is great.
@RockedNetАй бұрын
Great suggestion. I've been working with old Nikon D750's for years and need to upgrade. This definitely makes me want to look into Sony if the Tamron's work that well. Glad you had fun at SNW also!
@danvirchowАй бұрын
After shooting with Canon for so long, Sony feels like a cheat code in many respects! Definitely look into their system. I’m happy I made the switch!
@TyraGraysonАй бұрын
whats crazy Is that I came to comment and youre the newest one lol because I have a Nikon d750 as well and I feel like it'll be time for an upgrade soon but it still does me well. I'm looking to rent this lens for a festival thats why im looking up stuff such as this lol
@michaelwilliamson3771Ай бұрын
Slipknot!!! Michael...
@danvirchowАй бұрын
🤘🏻🤘🏻
@g_lantosАй бұрын
Sold my Sigma Art 24-70 f2.8 and my Tamron 70-180 f2.8 for this lens... I was really hesitating to get this 35-150 or the Sony 70-200 GM II with a light 28-70 Sigma... but the versatility and not changing lenses during events, concerts or basketball games is just a game changer...
@danvirchowАй бұрын
Exactly. I had ZERO intentions of ever switching away from Canon, but this lens man…it was too good!
@g_lantosАй бұрын
@@danvirchow have you ever tested it with indoor sports? I was just wondering how’s the autofocus for you? Also it’s funny how people say it’s a heavy lens, but in the real world it’s just as heavy as the 70-200 GM II, actually with Sony’s big ass lens hood, and collar that lens is a heavier than this 35-150. 💁🏻♂️
@danvirchowАй бұрын
@@g_lantos I haven’t tested it with sports yet. But if it can keep up with headbanging musicians in a very dark environment, I have to believe that autofocus isn’t an issue! And yes, the weight isn’t bad at all considering what it is. That’s why I brought up the Canon lenses, especially the 28-70. What a brick!
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"Funktionality" does not get together with a Sony A6x or A7c! I owned a A6000 for years, than PEN F, than a GH6 (because of video). And I thouht: Holy Moly a cam can be sooo easy to handle. I sold (not yet) the GH6 for a X-H2s, because it is a better Hybrid. In terms of funktionality the X-H2s is not to be beaten: 7 (seven) custom modes plus video and PASM. (Mine: C1=6.2k open gate, C2=4K, C3=4k120, C4=FHD240, C5=BKT, C6= Panorama, C7=preshot up to 40FPS), plus sholder display which shows me the details that are dialed in, also in the dark, or off! Just a click and you are good to go. Joystick and several custom buttons. 5.76mio 120p 0.8mag. Viewfinder. no overheating Cf ex B cards = faaast and cheap (+SD) When I WAS a Sony A6 User I wished a FF in a compact and stylish form would come out. Exactly what a A7CII is. Pretty much. But I am 8 years more experienced now. Imho an A7C is a perfect cam for beginners.
Great video and don’t we live in such an amazing time that we get to have such amazing options. ❤ I own both cameras… and after shooting weddings with my Sony for a few months I still find my Fuji images more pleasing than my Sony files. For me it’s only an autofocus thing ;) . Recently started printing huge prints and man again the Fuji files printed look soooo good imo. The Sony has such a digital look … you know what I mean? Now I also shoot shooting 5k running races all over the state aaaannnndddd give me my Sony all day. I will never miss a shot and the artistic value doesn’t have to be there 🤙 Again great vid and hope you have a fantastic week!!! Happy snapping 😊
Great honest review. Thanks bro
What are the end pixel dimensions of the 180 degree mode ? Thanks
You said nothing
Just a showcase.
Nice one 👍🏻
Sweeeet review man! Looking to pick one up! By the way sick work man! I was out shooting SNW as well 🤟🏼
You'll dig it! Hope you had a blast at SNW! That was a tough one to navigate through.
Multi-interface shoe came out around the time the a6000 was introduced in fall 2014. It has taken a long time to properly develop proprietary accessories for it but it was introduced because the NEX-7 was using a minolta (Sony-specific) hot shoe and people wanted the standard hot shoe. Then they added pins to it to make it more useful.
This is good info! Thank you for sharing.
How is the Sony app? Is it better than Fuji's? Can you also transfer RAW files and videos to your smartphone? PS: I'm a Fuji user with GAS syndrome and I'm tired of waiting for my X100VI, which probably won't arrive for another 6 months. I've been interested in the Sony A7C for a long time, but I'm really afraid of being disappointed with the colors since I'm used to Fuji's JPEGs. How are Sony's JPEGs?
Sony jpegs are fine at best. Usable. They don’t have the customizability of Fuji’s files, but I personally always found film sims underwhelming. Turns out I like editing photos more than I knew! The Sony app works well. Connects fairly seemlessly and the remote shooting works well. But let’s face it…all camera phone apps suck in their own way 😅
@@danvirchow Here it is! I finally gave in! I bought the A7C II today (with the Sony 35mm f1.8) and... I'm shocked... the AF compared to the Fuji XT4 is just amazing, wow. And the image quality is incredible... even in JPEG. It's crazy!
@@jd-vo9mq the AF was shocking when switching over to Sony! They DON'T miss. Enjoy your new kit!
This is my go to lens. I often reduce the brightness to have more texture.
It’s so compact and sharp…almost perfect!
What about shutter speed synchronisation? Does it consider the camera’s speed?
Yeah I bought a huge pack of filters and it’s such a burden while I’m shooting outdoor to indoors But if shooting b rolls it’s more of a fun for me, something to play with From a Beginner of video and photography world
Yeah, if you can work around the inconveniences, filters are the way to go!
Fine for a studio, probably awkward as he'll in public 😂
IDK man, retro is IN!
Looks like pandemonium
thats dope !
There’s a way to change the way a software is perceiving the RAWs upon you loading those in. I’ve read something somewhere, but Adobe Bridge doesn’t have that option. Well, I haven’t found it yet. Even when you shoot with the DR ON, there’s a way to tell the software to change settings to default. I know it sounds confusing, and you may be in disbelief, but I’ll get to the bottom of it.
The whole reason why it happens is because the HDR setting is trying to balance the image for both, highlights and shadows. But the camera isn’t powerful enough to cover the range for both, thus, the DR prioritizes and adjusts the exposure for either the shadows or the highlights. In my case everything is adjusted to protect the highlights, so all the photos come out dark as the shadows are brought down. If you’re just starting out in photography, some of this may be difficult to understand.
keep making these videos you will pop off one day great quality, great narration, great info
Thank you, I really appreciate that very much! 🙏🏼
I use a wheelchair so this is actually my main camera along side the iPhone 15 Pro. I dont want to carry mirrorless with huge gimbals as is not practical for me but I like my footage to look cinematic so I use NDs and Lenses because after color grading will get much better. I didnt use them all the time tho but its much easier to set them on this pocket camera than to a mirrorless, calibrating a gimbal, will take me like 15min and sometimes just to shoot 2/3 minutes. Great video tho!
My brother was in a wheelchair and would have loved using a a camera like this. The NDs certainly make the footage look better if you’re hoping to optimize your video. Thanks for checking out the video, appreciate you!
Love the video, I use ND filters on my Pocket 3 and it closes fine :) but I agree it probably won't be used much, until I need them when on holiday in super bright places.
Algum comprador poderia dar um feedback?
Thanks u rock bro
Just picked one up on FB marketplace for $200 and now I’m watching reviews. Can’t wait to use it 🤙🏽
Loved the real world experience. Great video brotha!!
Thanks man! Hope it helped in some way!
Bro this video is definitely something I needed to see. Thanks!! Awesome photos too!
Thanks for checking it out! Really dig this little lens...very happy with it!
Your work is sickkkk! I’ve been using this beast of a lens for a few months now, no complaints whatsoever
Thanks man, appreciate that! It's such a great piece of kit. Putting it through its paces this summer!
Yes. It's the worst and should never be set to auto by Sony.
Real bummer to find this out the hard way!
Great review. Thanks! Subscribed.
Thank you, appreciate it!
Very honest review and yes, most of the time we amateurs don’t need one at all. Totally agree with having to due with the hassle of taking it out putting it on, it is pretty taxing. But if it is not too expensive, I will still like to have them “just” in case situation 😂. Thanks for the great info and sharing the honest opinion. Have a great day.
Thank you for watching! I too always have some with me just in case. It all depends on what you're looking to capture, but for daily video that isn't going to be used for paid work or anything, no filter is the way to go!
Is the lav mic processed or raw?
This is unprocessed.
Great video. Thanks for the tips. Can I ask which studio mic you are using to record this?
Thanks for checking it out! I am using the Rode NT-USB+ Mic. I dig it! Here's a link: amzn.to/3yucQAl
@@danvirchow Thanks a mil. It sounds great. Cheers.
Time to start reviewing mountain climbing gear 🧗
Ha, I am VERY unqualified to speak on that topic 😅
Great recommendation for travelling. I'm still in the hope of upgrading to Sony Mirrorless and this would help if I go that route.
It won’t solve all of your audio problems, but you will be hard pressed to find a better option when it comes to travel and quick rip recording! I’m glad I got my hands on one 💪🏼
Waiting to consider the ECM-M1. Most reviews nailed it so watching yours as well. Let's go. By the way.. is the Mic 30bit flow or 24? That's why we are called Sony!! We are in our own galaxy.
The sound quality definitely won't blow you away, but with some processing you can get a lot out of it. And it's SO SMALL. Easy to take with you everywhere!
Sorry you experienced this, it's actually well researched & reviewed in YT (esp. with landscape photogs). I've been shooting Sony over 3 years and have never turned it on. DR Optimizer will attempt to equalize the contrast (i.e. raise shadows & lower highlights). I don't use for videos, but I hear that it may help. DR Optimizer, I believe only affects jpegs.
Certainly a confusing thing for a new Sony user such as myself! Thanks for the info and for checking out the video 🙏🏼
With this lens and the 27mm version you can virtually throw away all your lenses.😅
Viltrox really is on fire!
I havent watched the video yet, but how did you know my photos are too dark from my Sony?! 😂
Because the cameras ship with this feature on 😜
@@danvirchow I guess this feature only truly applies to the JPEGs so it's not detrimental to the RAW images if used without warning! Can you comment on also using zebra stripes to avoid this over compensation?
@@clfurness it doesn’t really affect the RAW file except that it makes getting proper exposure difficult because it’s showing you that the photo is exposed properly in camera. What a pain!
It shouldn't affect photos shot in raw
In essence, you’re correct. But it shows an incorrect exposure of the image in your viewfinder which leads to underexposed photos when you put them into Lightroom. It’s just deceiving!
Thanks! this helped me a lot I didn't know why it happened before. I'm using a Sony A7 iv
Glad it helped! Instantly was driving me bonkers when I got my Sony gear 😵💫
Amazing stuff. Should I always record in Dlog to use the LUT provided by DJI? My friend recorded a nightlife video normal mode (I have to edit it), and now I am trying to find the best way to save this video. Any ideas? I basically dont know how to color grade yet, so the next time I will tell her to record in Dlog
I would almost certainly always shoot in D-Log during the day to optimize the potential to color the footage how you’d like later. As for night time filming, you might almost be better off shooting in a standard profile. Most log profiles introduce some grain into footage, so with the camera working harder in dark conditions, the D-Log footage may be pretty grainy in dark shooting scenarios. Thank you for checking out the video and good luck with your color grading!
@@danvirchow Awesome, thanks for responding. What would be a good lut then for filming in semi low light in a nightlife video if you film in normal profile.
@@vikingexploring honestly not sure as I always shoot in D-Log. I think your best bet would be to test out shooting in normal and in D-Log to see your results. Perhaps a lot would work fine at night in low light...I just haven't tried that yet! Only relying on my traditional understanding of low light, log, and luts. Also, perhaps just manually tweaking the colors in post would work if you shoot in normal.
How bad is EVF compared to the X-T5?
The X-T5 EVF is better but not by a mile or anything.
@@danvirchow Thanks! Can't decide between fuji xt5 and A7cII. Need a camera for traveling (photo only). Have an a7III with two heavy zoom lenses + Fuji x100v right now. Sony is just too heavy and so unpleasant to use and Fuji...not much lighter than Sony, especially in pair with 16-80 f4. Maybe I should just stick with what I have for now...
@@aleksandrmikhailov3255 I would personally recommend the A7C II for a travel camera. It’s smaller than the X-T5, and in my opinion, a more capable overall camera being full frame. Also, that autofocus is UNREAL. Hard to consider anything else once you’ve used it. Maybe go to your local camera store and play around with an A7C II or rent one!
@@danvirchow good idea actually. Thanks for the advice and for the video.
Looks like a very interesting lens. Not very long for close-up shots, but like one lens to do everything is great. I'm working with Olympus m4/3 and my go-to lens is 40-150 f/2.8 (80-300) for close-up shots there is no alternative in any other system, well if we don't count the Canon RF 100-300 f/2.8 🤭
If you’re in a club environment, you could definitely rock some closeups with this. It’s very versatile! But for wildlife or anything along those lines, something longer would definitely be more ideal. Great music lens!
alternatives: SIRUI Sniper Series F1.2 APS-C and cheaper....
Definitely wanna try a a SIRUI lens one of these days.
While it may seem impractical to use an F/1.2 lens in broad daylight due to overexposure risks, such lenses offer significant advantages.
Agree! Love the look of a properly exposed day time photo with bokeh.
Is that the heavy one?
Certainly not a light lens, but also not heavy considering what it is and does!
I have a nikon d750 and have been considering this lens, because one of my second shooters had this lens and the quality was out of this world, he had a Sony, so I am considering renting this for a festival. did you still need to find a good position to be in? or no matter where you were you got those up close shots? some people I may can be in the photo pit area but when we aren't allowed in the pits id like to use this lens. sick shots btw!
I was able to get shots pretty much anywhere in the photo pit bc of the range. However, at the festival, the stage was massive so if I wanted to get pictures of the drummer, I would have to move to a specific spot. Overall though, it’s basically the only lens you need for 85-90% of shows. Definitely rent it to see if you like it! The image quality is great.
Great suggestion. I've been working with old Nikon D750's for years and need to upgrade. This definitely makes me want to look into Sony if the Tamron's work that well. Glad you had fun at SNW also!
After shooting with Canon for so long, Sony feels like a cheat code in many respects! Definitely look into their system. I’m happy I made the switch!
whats crazy Is that I came to comment and youre the newest one lol because I have a Nikon d750 as well and I feel like it'll be time for an upgrade soon but it still does me well. I'm looking to rent this lens for a festival thats why im looking up stuff such as this lol
Slipknot!!! Michael...
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Sold my Sigma Art 24-70 f2.8 and my Tamron 70-180 f2.8 for this lens... I was really hesitating to get this 35-150 or the Sony 70-200 GM II with a light 28-70 Sigma... but the versatility and not changing lenses during events, concerts or basketball games is just a game changer...
Exactly. I had ZERO intentions of ever switching away from Canon, but this lens man…it was too good!
@@danvirchow have you ever tested it with indoor sports? I was just wondering how’s the autofocus for you? Also it’s funny how people say it’s a heavy lens, but in the real world it’s just as heavy as the 70-200 GM II, actually with Sony’s big ass lens hood, and collar that lens is a heavier than this 35-150. 💁🏻♂️
@@g_lantos I haven’t tested it with sports yet. But if it can keep up with headbanging musicians in a very dark environment, I have to believe that autofocus isn’t an issue! And yes, the weight isn’t bad at all considering what it is. That’s why I brought up the Canon lenses, especially the 28-70. What a brick!