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@HowSo1055 2 күн бұрын
I really want to sell both my AF lenses tamron 28 75 g2 and sony 85 1.8 for this one lens. Do you think its worth it for portraits streets and couple shoots?
@gilbertoenriquez8345 5 күн бұрын
Think this lense is comparable to the the 50mm GM? Those pictures are insanely clear!
@DigitalRetro 4 күн бұрын
I guess It's a little less sharp than GM, but still insanely sharp. Compared to it's brother, the 40mm 2.5G it's a clinical lens!
@ImranAli-uu4vj 5 күн бұрын
Do you still use the fat duck setup? I’ve been using it for my black n white since you made the video and have been having so much fun
@DigitalRetro 4 күн бұрын
Hi! Yes, I still use the Fat Duck for many stuff, incuding this entire video was made with it! Im very happy with this setup so far!
@CatholicRishi 7 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@GaganKPolska 9 күн бұрын
Always great to see my city Warsaw in the pictures!
@Stories_with_Swagat 11 күн бұрын
Is this combo pocketable or can be carried in a fanny bag
@GinoFoto 19 күн бұрын
Put it on full frame, that lens simply deserves it!
@alexle1935 22 күн бұрын
I have it on my X-T10, i use that combo more than my X-H1 with the Fujicons.
@vaclav.zahradka Ай бұрын
Perfect channel! Subscribed. I am in the same situation. Searching for light, fast primes for my a7cii. Hopefuly there is something like voigtlander 35f1.4 with decent af with all its flaws and not so much bigher body and stylish look on the horizont!
@DigitalRetro 21 күн бұрын
Thank you for support and appreciation! Glad to have you here man. That would be a perfect 35 - a voigtlander style rendering with AF. Im affraid an impossible dream at this moment. With all lenses I've tried all these years, nothing can replicate the Voigtlander style. Also manual focusing is very easy with today's mirrorless, but yeah...wasting the perfect AF from A7cii for manual lenses is kinda sad. If only they made an affordable rangefinder style body for this purpose. Like a budget A7C. No fancy functions, just compact size and decent sensor(even from A7II/III) and EVF.
@originalbumbu Ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this video, I just picked up the 24mm 2.8, and I might regret it.
@DigitalRetro 21 күн бұрын
Never regret buying a lens brother! Just try it and if you don't like it, sell it and move on to the next one. It worked with me!
@stephanweiskorn6760 Ай бұрын
Excellent video 😮!
@DigitalRetro 21 күн бұрын
Thank you very much!
@originalbumbu Ай бұрын
very nice review, made me make up my mind between 40,mm and 50mm. thanks.
@DigitalRetro Ай бұрын
Thanks mate! Glad to be of any help!
@ixoye56 Ай бұрын
You have big pockets I assume...
@ChrisSloanes Ай бұрын
Good on you mate. Its a hard decision to make. Ive been heading that way for a while now and when im shooting film i only ever really shoot black and white. Its always that fear of missing out when shooting black and white which is stupid really.
@DigitalRetro Ай бұрын
@@ChrisSloanes it actually took me almost 3 years to finally decide. While digital lets you shoot color and then you can always convert to BnW, it’s even worse I think(especially when shooting in RAW), because you have the choice(and concern). Sometimes when you see a color picture or a bnw and feel it’s just right - life is good. But when you can’t decide - thats where the horror begins!
@35mmpersecond9 Ай бұрын
Thank you and all the best in 2025! Good luck with the new content! Stay motivated
@DigitalRetro Ай бұрын
@@35mmpersecond9 thanks friend and have a greaf 2025🎈🎉
@Pelloche Ай бұрын
And ?
@jb-el6xs Ай бұрын
Does the Griiix have eye autofocus?
@DigitalRetro Ай бұрын
@@jb-el6xs yes, it does
@blurrypictures7903 Ай бұрын
Don't sell your kidney. By the way, it will be great to see digital Nikon S series
@DigitalRetro Ай бұрын
Sure, I might consider entering Squid Game contest, tho! But seriously, I think digital Nikon S could make me switch to Nikon from Sony.
@ZappaBlues Ай бұрын
Money spoke, so I ordered a XT30ii to replace my 12 year old With-Me-Everyday camera two months ago. Still have another two months. Fujifilm☹
@HenrikoMagnifico Ай бұрын
How is this lens compared to the cheaper Sony 50mm f1.8?
@jingandy5092 Ай бұрын
wow, the photos you shot with this lens just took my breath away
@DigitalRetro 21 күн бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad you like them!
@sdhute Ай бұрын
Good points especially for street photography. Most mfg do not offer these smaller primes. I like doing street portraits and I’m never needing a 1.8, or 1.2. I always want to include some background. I’ve also found it easier to get a street portrait when you appear like a photographer. When using my GRiii it was almost strange to ever ask for a street portrait when that small camera portrays a different image. Similar to trying to take pics of someone with a cell phone. 👍
@DigitalRetro Ай бұрын
Thank you! Yeah I agree completely that having something bigger than GR, yet smaller than typical DSLR looking makes street portraits more easy. GR is great for stealth photography, but looks kinda ridiculous if you ask for a portrait and pull up Ricoh. For me, XT30ii and A7C make the perfect size of a camera and they look "pro" enough, yet not like "scary pro".
@sdhute Ай бұрын
Interesting myself I have always avoided canon since the RF mount. However now my Lumix FF camera is too large for street photography. Looking at the r50,r10 or Nikon z50ii
@lasolution365 Ай бұрын
I already bought the 18-45mm kit lens with my canon r50. I am wondering if I should go with the 24mm or sigma 18-50mm for taking pictures of my family during christmas..
@DigitalRetro Ай бұрын
I'd go for the Sigma if you want a versatile family/vacation lens and don't mind the lack of IS. Sigma 18-50 2.8 is a great lens for all around. Had one with my A6100 and it was a little beast.
@garfieldmtify Ай бұрын
NICE VIDEO! I also like the 35mm I amd GM f/1.4. Which ones do you have? Interesting you picked the 50mm f/2.5 G. I have considered that lens as well. I have also considered the GR III since I would like to do street work as well. I kind of lean more toward a 24mm. I am not sure if I actually have fav focal length, dunno. 35mm seems to be the distance I use although I like the 24mm. I would be interested in perhaps a 30 and see if I like that. Now that I am writing you (wait, what's your name) and thinking out loud, I will try shooting with my 24-70 at 30mm and see how that feels and also try 40mm and see if I like those focal length. Maybe that I can forget about a pocket camera (for now) and pick up smaller lens then start using my A1 more. Thanks for the video, I liked it.
@Fecho33 Ай бұрын
Cool video my friend! i just have a question, ive seen in all of the reviews always people say "Its very good having the price range in mind" "its worth every penny" "is perfect for its price range" but price aside, do you realy use it? has it been on your camera for a while? are you shooting constantly with it (maybe its not your fav) or this is just a good value for the price and thats it (having in mind is very very affordable i dont know if that is good or bad)
@DigitalRetro 21 күн бұрын
Thank you and sorry for such late reply! I have to admit - the "perfect for it's price" stuff can be a little cliche, so I do own you an extended time of use opinion: I still use this lens. It somehow gives me more fun than any other Fujinon lens I own. It's perfect for street and documentary use. It's AF is sometimes buggy(but hey, welcome to Fuji!), but I took this lens for a trip to Berlin lately, and I just love the mood it captured with over 90% photos in focus. So, yeah if had to choose again - I'd pick this lens over Fuji's 27 2.8 without a doubt. Cheers!
@Fecho33 21 күн бұрын
@@DigitalRetrothanks my friend very helpful
@catherineo2134 2 ай бұрын
I think you’ll love the Nikkor Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5 - 6.3 VR - it’s a brilliant lens…very sharp, fast, accurate auto focus, plus virtually no CA, - in fact, I’ve actually never seen any at all in my images. I bought the Zfc when it was first released, it’s a terrific, full featured camera (also shoots excellent 4K). There is only one drawback for me - no IBIS. I’ve kept my Zfc, but now shooting with the Zf. Both are cameras you can really connect with - shoot using all the latest technology, or manual, or auto, or mix of both. And Yes, because of that mix you really get into all the possibilities and become a better more knowledgable photographer. - Cheers, Enjoy! P.S. Here’s a link to a Matt Irwin review of the 18-140mm - it’s a great video about this lens: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXuomHt-iKuLfLMsi=DLz58TeQ4sOwcwzU
@leonardlayne456 2 ай бұрын
Excellent Video! Report: I have the same rig (Canon R50 + 24mm) Question: What is the exact focal length in this half sensor and full sensor lens? Thanks
@DigitalRetro Ай бұрын
Thanks mate. The Canon's APS-C ratio is 1.6 so you get the 38,5mm full frame equivalent on cameras like R50/R100, R7.
@sacredprovenance 2 ай бұрын
To anyone who is just stumbling on this video now. Last I heard, Fujifilm will continue to sell the X-T30ii until they run out of them this month. If you want a cheaper alternative to the X100 series camera now would be the time to call your local retailer to see if they got any left or if they're able to put one on order for you. Beware of scalpers they're trying to gouge the price on this as well.
@abcdeviexx 2 ай бұрын
Loved this video! I bought the lens last week on a sale and was accidentally sent the silver colour instead of the black. Clicked your thumbnail as I saw you had the same and you've made me happy with my purchase regardless of the colour. Was going to return it and not re buy as it's no longer on sale, but you have made me reconsider. Those portrait shots made my jaw drop, incredible! Thanks for the awesome review :)
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
@@abcdeviexx hey thanks 🙏 and welcome to the „frankenstein” club 😅
@locophoto6881 2 ай бұрын
Great video....appreciate the insight and examples...I was a little harsh with you on my other comment to a different video and apologize sincerely....this one is more 'human" and sincere, the other one felt very pseudo-dramatic but now that I can see you talking it's your personality and style of talking, you're not trying to be fake or juvenile in your delivery like so many others are. And thanks for the tips on buying used....I think I'm actually going to pick one up used and treasure it. You would probably like the old Biotars by the way, the 50 and the 75 in black and white can be stunning.
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Means a lot. Especially about the "fake" thing. The last thing I will ever do on this channel is be fake od dishonest about the things I talk about or show. I really don't care about "forced" cooperations, so I can recieve free gear just to tell it's awesome(believe me, I rejected few cooperations already and that's why many companes won't work with me I guess 😂). This channel is purely made out of passion and it will stay that way until the end. As for me being dramatic - yeah, probably I am sometimes. But this drama is real!(unlike the one on reality shows, or YT channels 😅). As for the Biotars - I am planning to get one - probably one of the 50's(especially that Im shooting mostly B&W now). It also makes me lean towards the TTartisan 75 1.5 biotar-copy. I hope to make a video about it soon! Cheers!
@pavel.vazquez 2 ай бұрын
Here in México the price is almost $1,500 USD 🫠
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
@@pavel.vazquez oh man, that’s kinda uncool 😔
@HaVu-je5tb 2 ай бұрын
you inspire me to purchase a xt30 ii for street photography. i used to have a canon r8, but now xt30ii is a smaller and better alternative
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
Thanks friend! XT30ii is great for street, no doubt. And there were some great deals during the black weeks tho!
@marckaltenecker3623 2 ай бұрын
nice one, not to much about pixel chatting, but real motivation going a different and sometimes much better way!
@LEsconz 2 ай бұрын
Been trying to decide between xt30ii, Xs20 and xt50... Xt30ii : Cheap, small, gen 4 processor, no ibis Xs20 : Has a big grip but i hate the flip screen, no visible shutter speed numbers on the dial, gen 5 processor, has ibis. Xt50 : Small, has tilt screen, visible shutter speed numebrs, gen5 processor, has ibis, but 40mpx, expensive.
@fsncreative 2 ай бұрын
Is it this 24mm lens is the same as full frame on 50mm? In term of wider
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
This lens on R50 or any other aps-c camera will give you approx 35mm Full Frame equilvalent.
@davidbudzynski9290 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! What's the prism thing you're using mounted on the hotshoe?
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for appreciation! It's the Ulanzi screen mirror - basically it allows you to vlog with cameras that dont have flip screen, so you can use with with tilted screens like A7II has.
@davidbudzynski9290 2 ай бұрын
@@DigitalRetro Thanks, it seems like a useful thing. I own a Sony A7III so I'm in the same boat when it somes to screen tilting. I also bought Samyang 35mm f1.8, but I wonder if you experienced any bad chromatic aberration like mentioned in other reviews or is is blown out of proportion?
@MusabTahaTarik 2 ай бұрын
i gave up! You sold it to me :)
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
Ha! Have fun with it friend!
@35mmpersecond9 2 ай бұрын
Digging this setup so much! Gorgeous - especially with the hood!🤍
@kicyiu 2 ай бұрын
Hey man I have the same feeling with my old A6000 and Zeiss 24mm F1.8 Sonnar T. People say Sony cameras are soulless, but I always believe there is no such a thing like souls in cameras. They are just tools and you can have fun and get inspired with any camera because this is very subjective and this video really proves that. I had tried Fuji cameras and still prefer to go out and shoot with my old A6000. It’s just black and no sexy but I like its weight and size which is smaller than most of the Fuji interchangeable lens cameras. And the AF is just that releable that I don’t feel the need to upgrade yet.
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
Yep, the camera is a tool. Although I do believe you need the right tool for yourself I was never the kind of fanboy type saying: you can only have fun with vintage Fuji or [instert any name you want] camera. It's easy to fall into a trap where you chase the camera and not the photos. Any camera that you feel good with is a right camera for you. I do like the Fuji's film simulations, but I just love the AF from Sony - I use both cameras and love using each one of them for certain time/situation. I guess it takes time to grow and learn that the "inspiration" does not come from the "soul" of a certain brand, but from the tool you choose to be yours. You don't get better from switching from Sony to Fuji or from APS-C to FF, because someone says it's more inspiring. It's all subjective like you said!
@paoloviloria1 2 ай бұрын
I always thought that the “poor man’s Leica” was the D-Lux (which is still a Leica).
@MaxPhotoGraphic 3 ай бұрын
Ice content buddy I don't know how many subscribers you have but they were 400 now you have the 401, coming to roll on your club buddy. Rock on!
@DigitalRetro 2 ай бұрын
Hey, thanks man! Glad to have you here. Welcome to the 400+ club :D
@NickNightingaleYT 3 ай бұрын
The 55 1.8 and the batis 25 2 will give some of the 3d pop look to your images. The 35 2.8 has pretty good IQ, but it's not as apparent as the previous two I mentioned.
@alexdjackson 3 ай бұрын
My version of the poor mans leica is the a7cr with the sony 40mm 2.5 and I love it.
@tafana 3 ай бұрын
A7cr is no poor man's
@alexdjackson 3 ай бұрын
@@tafanayou’re right it isn’t, it performs just as well as the Q3 for half the price.
@JFish-xj8oj 3 ай бұрын
Nikon ZF it’s not even a question. Sonys are gross
@seansitter7350 3 ай бұрын
For me, Nikon ZF and Nikkor 40mm f/2 Z all day. 26mm 2.8 is also very nice and super compact. The aesthetic has blown me away. (I also own Leica Q2 and A7rv). Oh, and I can adapt all my Sony glass to Nikon and the AF is comparable to native (megadap)!!!
@ShutterKnack 3 ай бұрын
Now a real poor man's Leica Q3 43 would be this paired with a Monster Adapter LA-KE1 with a Pentax 43mm 1.9 limited. That's my goal.
@stevenwaldstein2249 2 ай бұрын
@@ShutterKnack Tell me more. Used to shoot Pentax back in the film days. Is this an AF lens or manual focus? Thank you.
@Narsuitus 3 ай бұрын
I love the images I have seen from Leica Q cameras. However, the 28mm focal length lens is not my favorite. I prefer the 35mm f/1.4 Zeiss Distagon on my M6 and my M10.
@Caballeroshot 3 ай бұрын
I own Sony, and also own a Leica Q. To say a Sony compares to a Leica Q is not even remotely close. For the price of that setup you could get a used Leica Q and actually get the benefits of the incredible Leica glass, the leaf shutter which is insanely quiet and not to mention Leica's use of the DNG format for raw files. I'd take a used Leica any day over a new Sony computer....I mean camera!
@CertifiedCryptoBoy 3 ай бұрын
Have you experimented with the Sony creative looks? I think those are underrated too!