Yes very much so they are not too expensive and light so you can start your journey with these lenses and if you find it’s not for you have not wasted too much money on something that is not for you. To be honest I am very happy with these lenses and can’t imagine parting with them. Shame they only work for Sony cameras at the moment.

This might help or not, for low light G2 abs the sigma. For light weight for travelling the sigma. For the faster autofocus G2 and the Sony. For sharpness the Sony followed by the G2 and the sigma. For the ultimate travel (for daytime) the Sony. I have the same problem deciding myself and I think I might as well stick the the sigma it’s a great lens it’s not as if I am pro I just enjoy what I do and the lens still looks good to me.

@GMTNeil Thanks! I'm definitely drawn to the size of the Sigma. One thing that concerns me is the close focus performance at the long end, several reviews say it's "dreamy". I do take lots of flower pics so this is fairly relevant, although I suppose in reality I would stop down a little anyway. Oh, and the Sigma is more expensive on the used market which is a bit annoying!

From personal experience I have never had a problem with the sharpness on the long end. The pic of the lady walking. The dog at 5.03 should give you an idea at 70mm. Any lens wide open close focused at 70mm will give a dreamy look, stop it down to F4/5.6 and you will get a very sharp picture.

If you have waited 2 years I would say wait a few more months and see what the A7V brings. If it’s not a bit upgrade you can can get the A7IV for a lot cheaper if it is a big upgrade then you know you are getting the better camera. For me I probably won’t upgrade straight away but if I was in the market to buy I would wait a bit longer. If there is no release date by April then I would just get the A7IV it’s still a great camera or maybe look at the A7C if you don’t need to card slots and a bigger body. Happy new year to you!

No never. I have used it some very hot and humid environments directly in the sun. Though it is still possible but personally it’s never been an issue.

@@GMTNeil damn. if you're ever getting rid of it and want something else. I'd be willing to buy it off you

Thank you!

You know what I would, the individual lenses are great and light and just fun to use and I have no objections with the image quality. The anamorphic adapter does actually give a nice classic anamorphic look. But after using a light lens then putting the adapter on the front it does add some weight so it is good to be aware of. I do love the look it gives though. Overall I do think it’s worth it and if you are using more than one lens with the adapter it makes it very cost effective as well.

@@GMTNeil Yes, I have never really used anamorphic. My idea is to build for the future. It seems like a no brainer to have cinema lenses that have autofocus. Having Anamorphic is just the icing on the cake. I wish the sold it in flexible sets. Will start with the 75 I think. Thanks

@nyambe my favourite is the 45 as a good all rounder, the 75 on anamorphic and the 24 is a great one to get too.

It’s really fun to use.

It was a Sony A7IV the lens was more than likely a Samyang V-AF24mm T1.9

@ ahh makes sense!!

Hi yes they did replace it. I contacted Samyang head office first (I recommend you do that) and then look up who the local Samyang repair company is in your area and also contact them. I hope you get it replaced and please let me know how you get on.

Yes you right I find if I hold it my body and record sometime even holding my breath for a moment. I also make sure it’s level as well (sometimes I get it wrong). The problem with anamorphic it really shows the wobbles and micro jitters. I found just get contactable maybe around chest hight and try from there. So times a little post editing too (but just a little not too much). I also want to add thank you for your comments, very kind of you.

@@GMTNeil Likewise, thank you for your reply. It's so important for us all when we do generous info-sharing work with such clarity :) - Thanks for your feedback and reflection, I'll just go tripod on it and get over it, haha :) -- hopefully that way it'll be good :)

@fearkillwrite tripods are the best for this. But it is possible. What model camera are you using? If you don’t mind me asking.

@@GMTNeil I'm using the Sony 7a iv :)

@fearkillwrite you should be able to get great results with the A7IV it’s a really good camera. I use mine a lot.

They are heavier but with a much bigger squeeze factor and more of the classic look. It’s also easier to mount them. Never tried for photos. But it would be good with the full sensor.

Maybe I will revisit in the future. It was a very rainy day when I recorded it.

If you have it on the lower setting it should be fine, it also depends on how much you boost the condenser mic. I tried it with Rode NT1 and I didn’t notice it at all.

When out I use a freewell ND with hard stops. I sometimes use a mist filter when at home if I want to soften the light (it can stop the hard light). Both are 72mm filters with a 58-72 step up ring.

lol I was so busy checking everything else I don’t check that typo. Updating

Doubtful that they will due to sigma. But you never know.

@@GMTNeil Samyang entered the alliance. Still have hope.

@BootStrapTurnerVideography hope that Samyang give the V-AF series, they are so much fun to use.

I have never actually tried, I am presuming not but I will give a try and get back to you.

I know about 3d pop and I own a fair few vintage lenses. I also have owned a lot of DSL lenses that are extremely flat so just because it’s and older DSL lens does not mean it will get. I used cannon DSL cameras for years and still have some lenses but I feel no need to adapt them to my Sony cameras as it’s not that special. I have some really good lenses that “pop” and will be doing some videos on my Takumar lenses in the future. But for this lense I wanted sharp I wanted good auto focus (birds etc) and I wanted something I could travel with as I spend a lot of time in the Japanese countryside and I love getting the wildlife there. With price performance and weight these ticked all the boxes for me.

@@GMTNeil well the tamron definitely delivers, but some people are not rich gear reviewers that can afford the Sony G Master 100-400, most of us are like you but still in the transition phase. I was really happy with my worn out A77II til the main screen died and realized how dim the viewfinder already become when i tried to adjust the brightness thinking I accidentally made it dark, and there was no difference between the minimum level and the brightest setting. Also had 149K cycles and the faux leather wrap went out. Replacing the skin alone was €121 handwork not included so you do your math and ask yourself if it's worth spending €1000 on refurbishing something just for the sake of comfort. I could hunt an A7IV new for €1900 at a VAT free day in El corte Inglés and I'm very happy it's neither a dud nor a used camera. The journey to transition to 24-70/70-200 and 150/500 begun.

@kingghidorah8106 to be honest I think most of us do not need that level of gear. I would be happy with a 6700 or cannon R10 or R7 but the reason why I chose Sony is for the lenses. Lots of choice and easy to adapt as well. I have never really felt the need to get a G Master lens to be honest, unless I was getting paid for this I don’t really need it. Good luck with your journey!

@@GMTNeil I was going for the a6700 but there are two main issues: mechanical shutter is limited to 100K actuations and 1/4000, and the viewfinder is a carbon copy of the A77II I used except that Sony now randomly caps the resolution to half in certain situations, and when using the 120Hz mode it always goes down. So it's a full HD viewfinder turning into an HD viewfinder. The A7IV does this too, but at least I'm assured a 2K viewfinder turning full HD. Also G Master lenses are extremely overpriced, for a product that is now made out of aluminum and plastic instead of magnesium alloys and the severe focus breathing issues across all Sony G and G Master lenses.... not worth.

It’s a new genre :) It was the best way I could show it at the time, and I like to show any negatives as well as the positives to keep it balanced.

@@GMTNeil You did the right thing. Price to performance is the best.

I don’t have a TTartisan to compare but I will try it against another 75mm F1.8

It focuses but a third of the screen is out of Focus. It’s not due to it being open as I mostly shot at T4 to T8, it is an actual fault as documented in the video. It only effects the 75 the other lenses where fine.

I am sure you will be fine and looks like they will be sending me a new one, I will test and update once I receive it. The 45 is my favourite so far so I can understand why the adapter is on it.

Hi, you update the lens it attaches too, so say you have the 35 and 75mm V-AF lenses you connect them to the Samyang lens station and download the latest update. So you have to get the lens station. But they seem to do regular updates. It’s important you do as the adapter will not work until the lens is on the latest firmware.

@@GMTNeil I have 24 35 45 75 100 ,but I just want to know how to update 1.7x

@VargothZ I can’t see a way of doing that. Out of interest why do you need to update it?

@@GMTNeil I think I can not use vaf100 for 100% Focusing the lens

I would try doing the software update to the 100mm lens again it might not have loaded properly if that doesn’t work contact Samyang and let them know (they will probably point you to your local repair centre) Let me know how you get on I hope it can get fixed.

It’s an OM-NEX (NEX is Sony emount) as there are no electronics it’s fairly cheap.

I used a mixture of film convert nitrate (film emulation) and then dialled in the rest to my liking. but i love adding film convert as the basic layer just adds a natural look to it I like.

Well, let's hope it's just a defective unit that can easily be replaced.

I have had their head office comeback to me so I will update the outcome.

@@GMTNeil please let us know i am waiting the good news

@alan701 got it back and making a video on it, should be out this week depending on my work schedule. It works!

I will revisit it at some point in the near future for sure

@@GMTNeil Thanks it was very helpfull

Yes I checked for firmware updates and have emailed them today with the video as an example. I will update if or as soon as I have any feedback.

I think it will just be mine, it’s not the lens as I have tried 2, I am going to keep testing and, it only seems to be focusing at different points like infinity. If you going to use the 75 it is going to be more likely for close focus and that seems to work ok. But I think it’s just the one I have. As for a focusing a monitor with a zoom function helps a lot but sometimes using out and about I try not to use too much equipment especially on my own as it increases the chance of being robbed. It’s fun to use though and the image is lovely, my favourite is on the 45mm.

Stopping down?

@meyerdigitalfilm closing the aperture. So not wide open at T1.9 but going to say t5.6

Thank you!

That’s awesome I will take a look at that. Thank you.

Thank you Martin, love Berlin a fantastic city great people too I have very fond memories from when I was there. I know what you mean about the squeeze factor I always go if I am close focusing that it’s going to more like a 1.4 or 1.5x squeeze depending on the lens. A lot of it is guess work though and adjusting it in post to what I think is right. I am sure you could measure it but to be honest if it looks good who cares. I am considering a set myself I have the APSC Sirui lenses and am tempted get the full frame version. Thank you for the comment on the music, I make all the music in my videos, I had a guitar channel before this one. Thank you again for your nice comments.

@@GMTNeil Wow, your music is wonderful and so different across the tracks! From classic / cinematic to cyberpunk electronic! I really love the piece at 9:45. Do you sell or license music too?

To be honest I just do it for fun, thank you for your kind words.

It does and I will go into that a little in the full review (editing it now). Not tried the focus adapter yet but I hope to in the future.

Yes it does, it’s not going to be the answer to everything but it does keep the camera running for longer and a lot cooler. I have used it with few cameras (all Sony as I like to match) I have used it with the ZV-1 as per the video but I have used it real world with the A7IV and the ZV-E1 (the full frame camera) and it has helped a lot and resulted in now over heating. But if you want it to run for longer than an hour you will need to plug it it into a USB-C power supply. Overall it’s a quick and easy solution it’s not a fix for everything but as a not too expensive purchase that will keep it running cooler for longer yes it works. Unless you are in a desert working under direct sunlight then no you will need something better.

Soon I am editing the footage now I just delayed it because I had a couple of things wanted to confirm first (plus life things slowing me down). Might take a few days a week at most due to other commitments.

Thanks for your effort and commitment! Really looking forward to it 💪🏻. I’m shooting myself some test footage with the 24mm in apsc mode ( which is the only lense I have) the image looks pretty sweet!

Yes you can, but you need to use the lens station. It is an additional cost and an extra step. Though you need it to update the lenses to run the anamorphic adapter.

@@GMTNeil TY

A small addition. I got a Leica SL to replace my A7. Practise, practise. 😉

I will be covering that soon I am full look at it, I have been testing it over the last few weeks. It doesn’t have a filter thread but at 95mm diameter you can use a Matt box or as I tested it with a filter behind the lens in-front of the sensor.

Unfortunately not it manual only and if you use T1.9 the depth of field is very shallow. I don’t think it will ever be autofocus to be honest. I am working on a more in-depth review and it should be out in the next few weeks. I wanted to really use it before I put it out.

AF doesn’t really work with anamorphic adapters. You’d need something like the DJI LiDAR system.

@aircloud7471 this one actually stops the auto focus working, it uses the manual focus in conjunction with the electronic focus in the lens so they work together.

@@GMTNeilyes but this would not stop the dji lidar system from working. The samyang combo can’t know if a human or a dji lidar system is pulling focus.

Yes that’s right it would still work with the DJI LiDAR. And I t’s not like other anamorphic adapters once added to the lens it almost becomes one lens rather than lens + adapter, maybe that’s a better way to put it. So yes the DJI system will work. And with additional motors you can control the aperture as well. I also wanted to point out this is like no other adapter on the market.

Thank you, that’s very kind of you.