A sharp cinematic BEAST! The Rokinon cine DS 85mm T1.5 lens review

[@whatthefox6303]

I've watched a good 30-50 videos reviewing cameras & lenses over the last 7-10 days. This video is the first time I felt actual excitement at the quality of a lens I want because you're showing me the exact style of cinematography I want in my next few projects. Thank you!!

[@stephajn]

I found one of these on Amazon and got it for $100 off on a Warehouse Deals sale. The box was damaged but the lens was in perfect condition. This lens is a DREAM!

[@Louis.DeGuzman]

Part of me wants this channel to explode, but at the same time I want this to be our little secret

[@Ansonandco]

Hahahaha i appreciate you digging the content. I am pretty partial to the explosion option lol As always man appreciate you for watching and hangin out!

[@aliquran7535]

@@Ansonandco will you get the same look on Bmpcc4K ?

[@SVZZVD]

Damn guess it never exploded :/

[@mindblast5892]

this lens sells a lot and all the info i found about it was reviews highlighting the obvious cons of the lens (no IS, no autofocus,... etc) this is the first review I have personally run into that reviews it as a cinema lens, picture quality and usability. thanks for the HQ - straight to the point content.

[@Ansonandco]

Nice! I’m glad the review was helpful

[@ianreed5]

I've got the 16, 24, 35, 50, 85 100 macro & the 135 Samyang cine lenses. All I can say is for their prices they are fantastic value for money. No lens is perfect but on the project I'm doing at the moment they are the difference from just video to cine quality. Highly recommended. And thanks for a beautiful video of The Barn.

[@dw.in.michigan]

I'm not a videographer or cinematographer. I do primarily nighttime photography. I've experienced excellent results with my cine lenses. I won't lie. I started buying them because of incredible deals being offered for brand new - $215 for 24mm and $180 for 35mm a year ago. But I loved the results so much that I bought an 8mm for $85 last fall, and just now an 85mm for $165 (in spite of already having a regular 85mm). I've read a few reviews that claim they are sharper than their regular photographic counterparts, a couple of which were from other astrophotographers. Its all too normal toseek validation for your choices. I don't know how true that claim is, but the longer focus throw that is spoken of in this review might explain why the images from the cine lenses are sharper. With a shorter focus throw, going from focus to out of focus happens more quickly, whereas a longer focus throw gives you a more generous "sweet spot", and since these lenses (both cine and regular) are manual focus only, that feature is a particular advantage. At least, that's MY theory. It would explain why people get sharper images from cine lenses, if their design and engineering truly is identical to the regular lenses (minus the modifications for a follow focus system). I have yet to see a rigorous professional review of a Samyang/Rokinon cine lens vs its regular counterpart. If anyone knows of any such reviews, please let me know. Maybe I'll do one myself, since at this moment I have both iterations of the 85mm lens, even though I'm not a professional.

[@jonathanbarbee6367]

Yes! I've been looking for one as well.

[@balogunakande5704]

I'm still on the look out for one.

[@PavSZ]

I really WANT cine lens now. 85mm is not my fav focal length but I just love all the pros you mention about it. Great honest and an informative review!

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks man! It’s not my favorite focal length but i love using it for certain looks. Get yourself a cjne lens. I am all manual right now lol

[@UnauthorizedCreations]

I just got this lens and it is everything you say. I absolutely love it. I returned my 100mm macro I just bought to have this lens and it is exactly what I want.

[@lionchasermedia]

This lens is a beast! I run this one, along with the 50mm and 16mm on my BMPCC4K. Great stuff brother! Loved “The Barn!”

[@dareckmaurice4295]

Do you use the Metabones adapter

[@lionchasermedia]

I don't. I simply run a Viltrox EF to M4/3 adapter. This will zoom in or crop the image about double the amount, but it's not an issue for me as I either move further or closer depending on the look.

[@newfoundmass]

This lens came free with the JVC LS300 Super 35 cine cam and I was blown away. I had low expectations, and the lens exceeded all of them. Good video!

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks! Yeah it really an great for the price and that’s also awesome that you got it for free! Did it come with the entire DS set or just the 85mm?

[@newfoundmass]

@@Ansonandco Just the 85mm. I think it was a promotion Rokinon and JVC were running. I'm definitely interested in getting the set should I find a good deal!

[@extendedfilmproject6789]

This is so well done. I love the sound and music - great feel for the ambiance. 😅

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks so much!

[@BK42Cycles]

Excellent review mate!

[@Soldier_Sean]

I got this with a bmcpp 4k and its fire

[@Ansonandco]

Killer combo!

[@kartelfilmz554]

I have it too. The image looks like it’s zoomed all the way in. I don’t like that shit.

[@trishpluggedn5737]

This is a great review! I found this to be really helpful.

[@Ansonandco]

Awesome! I’m glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@mittentomouse3142]

The short opening film is great!! The shots are so good! Seems like a great manual lens! I’ve got to say...I always enjoy the bloopers at the end...literally LOL’d!!

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks man! It definitely is a great lens. Hahaha dude i love that time cause i get to shoot the sh*t 😂 i just cut a “blooper” of me ordering pizza on camera lol

[@ElChoyGX]

Excuse me, what camera did you use for this video? And does that lens work me on a Canon T7i? Greetings

[@siai8475]

That was some touchy scenes, Good job and thanks for the tip i guess i'm gonna go for it. yay

[@Ansonandco]

Siamak Habashi thanks! Good luck✌🏻

[@jaysun070476]

Own this lense love it for the Panasonic g7. One thing i know its not good for gimbal work. It has no image stabization its heavy maybe on a big gimbal it might work.

[@Ansonandco]

It’s possible but yet definitely with bigger gimbals

[@everythingandnothing4856]

I really like your review! Thanks for sharing!🙏🏼

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks for watching!

[@SabrinaJohns]

subscribed just from the cinema shots in the beginning 😱😍

[@CalebHoover]

that intro! you're making me regret selling these lenses. I had this lens but I think I mostly regret selling the 24mm Cine. oh well. great review man! almost at that 1K bro!

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks man! So close i can taste it hahaha Did you have the whole cine DS set?

[@CalebHoover]

@@Ansonandco yeah i had 24, 35, 85. i was missing a couple focal lengths but that covered most of what i needed at the time.

[@Ansonandco]

Oh man this is my goal. I wish i could stomach this whole kit that’s like $1,500. But it’s going to be a slow build for me.

[@CalebHoover]

@@Ansonandco yeah they are really great lenses but I was doing more run and gun so I went more the zoom lens route

[@Ansonandco]

Totally agree with that. I think if i start taking client work again i will need to get a good zoom. Until then i can take my sweet ol time with some primes 😂

[@BariStrikesback]

How would you compare this DS lens to the DSX version?

[@Ansonandco]

Haven’t tried the DSX, I will have to try them out and let you know

[@jasonthompson2059]

Nice vid, good value lens.. not perfect though, noticed some pretty heavy fringing at 4:52, but even much more expensive lenses like sigma art 85 1.4 do that too, maybe not as much.

[@techdingus4473]

Great review man! I'm trying so hard to have this level of production quality on my channel, but you make it look easy!

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks man! I checked out your channel yesterday, what you are doing is working my friend, you’ve got a pretty sizable audience. And the quality is 👌🏻 keep it up!

[@sclogse1]

I've been shoving info into my head now for a couple of weeks, figuring out what body I want and can afford, the lens, and the options. Well, I got a mint XM1 in the mail today. I mean mint. $150 smackers. I grabbed a very inexpensive 16-50 mm to start with. But now, I'm thinking outside the box. The advantage of using a full frame lens on an APSC sensor is that most lenses have less sharpness in the edges. Those edges get cropped out, leaving you with the best part of the lens covering the sensor. Makes me wonder why Fuji doesn't make lenses that at least overlap the APSC sensor a little bit, to improve the overall sharpness, and obviously get a better response from critics and users. Imagine a test on a Fuji lens using a chart and seeing no fall off at all. Which brings me to this Rokinon cine DS. I'd like to use it on my Fuji body. Would I rather have the back of the lens changed to mount on my body instead of adding distance with an adaptor? Yes. But what do you think of me using it, adaptor or altered on the X body? Thanks for any help, and I definitely not be aiming that lens at my weathered dinged mug....

[@kamikaze1213]

I got mine yesterday with my 14mm T3.1. 35mm is on its way 🥰

[@Ansonandco]

Man that 14mm is 🔥🔥🔥 congrats!

[@d.edwardsfreelanceeditorvi4212]

I have this lens and it really is a beast. Thinking of investing in the 35 cine lens now.

[@mkd58media]

Great video! Actually ordered the CV version of this lens prior to watching this, but still excited to try it out. 👍🏽

[@ceasarstudioceasarbelliard7873]

I have this lens and Your right about the cons but it is a great lens, I keep it permanent on one of rigs. Thank you for your review. Stay safe

[@Ansonandco]

Love it! Truly great lens all around

[@CryptoJones]

I'm going to continue saying "bow-cah" just like I am going to continue to say "mega pickles." I will die on this hill.

[@mordavian]

Great video. Is it easy to focus with a cine lens compared to photogrsphy lens? I want to shoot an interview. People sitting but moving parts of their body. In this scenario using a photo lens in MF is little bit hard.

[@maurocaicedo9645]

gracias por compartir tu conocimiento, realmente sus recomendaciones son muy buenas, muy claras. tienes un excelente canal, Gracias

[@UnauthorizedCreations]

I do cooking content on my channel and I have a Rokinon 12mm regular lens that I use for close ups, but this 85mm cine lens looks like something that would be great.

[@lonely9sword2007]

This lens has got EFmt version ,and m43 mt I am using gh5,and a speedbooster, Should i be getting the EF version with my speedbooster on it to make it 1 more stop of light?Or just get the m43 mt version?

[@Ansonandco]

If you want the extra light I would use EF

[@JasonOsbornePhotography]

So I’m 100% a photographer no video experience besides vlogging and KZbin channel, looking to up the production value for my bts photo shoot vlogs for the cinematic sequences, would you suggest the 85 or 50 to start off for a full frame camera? Even needed?

[@deryljones1898]

Great job, son. I know that kid in the photo, and the arm next to him! Mom

[@Ansonandco]

Where was that birthday at?

[@NiallFitzpatrickirl]

I love the footage at the start. So just to get my head around it, was that on the gh5 with an ef mount rokinon and an adapter instead of a speed booster? Would an ef mount and speed booster give you better low light than if you were to buy the rokinon with an mft mount?

[@Ansonandco]

It would! But you want to keep in mind you are putting more glass between the lens and sensor. But absolutely!

[@NiallFitzpatrickirl]

@@Ansonandco OK thanks. I've got an ef mount Canon 50mm 1.8 so I'm thinking of getting the speed booster anyway. Does the speed booster also give a wider field of view or the opposite?

[@Ansonandco]

Niall Fitzpatrick it does! And for the 50 1.8 you want to use a speedbooster because you’ll need the electronics for aperture control.

[@NiallFitzpatrickirl]

@@Ansonandco Thanks for the info

[@apom316]

Awesome Video! Thank you soooo much.

[@melinawebergermany]

Great Video!

[@ReelMovieNetwork]

I just got this lens and I'm used to shooting photography lens... I used it for my last episode on my channel... but I don't know how to get depth of field with it.... Help

[@Ansonandco]

When you say you can’t get depth of field, are you saying you want more in focus? Or you want more blurry background?

[@ReelMovieNetwork]

@@Ansonandco On my channel, I shot a webisode called, Dark Hunt, Everything is in focus. I'd like to get a more blurry background when shooting certain scenes. I haven't mastered this lens yet. And even on KZbin, I can;t find videos teaching how to actually USE a cinema lens.

[@chrisjamesies]

Thinking about scooping this up in 35.

[@tmoss89]

can you drop a amazon link please I want to make sure I buy the right lens I have a full Fram a7III will this work for me ?

[@Ansonandco]

Sorry for the delay. If you haven’t purchased already here is the link amzn.to/3y2BrYm (affiliate link)

[@remonhaidow]

Hello bro I have one like this lens but it's Micro Four Thirds. I want to use it with my Sigma FP How I can found a adapter for this

[@Ansonandco]

Unfortunately, MFT can not be adapted to L mount. You will need to grab an EF model and use the EF adapter. This will also allow for you to use the EF on MFT as well with an adapter.

[@codexan]

I might buy just to take photos with it

[@bentonpalermo1667]

Does the 85 cine ds have the DS marking on the lens? I order a 14mm ds and a 85 but only the 14 have the ds marked on the lens. Not sure if I got bait n switched or is that just how the lens is? Thanks Anybody!

[@RockWILK]

I've been looking at the SLR Magic 75mm CINE lens, but this looks awesome as well. Hmm.. About the same price. Have you worked with that lens? Awesome film up top. Great work. Thanks for sharing.

[@ignacioramirez6477]

hi, great review, question, can i used this lens in my nikon z6 mirrorless?

[@Ansonandco]

Yes you can, just grab an EF to Z adapter and you should be set

[@pysznie]

Thank You. Great video! I have samyang version. For closer distance You can always reverse the Lens and "Lens whack" a bit and let a lot of light into the sensor... Its great for extreme dreamy flaring or You can use extension tubes. I love this Lens. Only downside is build quality. Next to Nikkor 1.2 50mm AI-s it's like a toy not a tool ;) but with its retail price unbeatable peace od art ❤️

[@sshelly6239]

this was helpful! I'm trying to compare this lens w/ cheaper or sirui anamorphic; can you do an anamorpic lens comparison?

[@BlackShadowFilms]

Plz tell me the this lens acutual prize in Canada. And this is full frame ya crop sensor lens.

[@Brotherthor7]

I’m trying to stray away from the lumix native lenses. I just purchased the sigma 30mm MFT. I don’t know much about using other lenses on my Lumix, do I need a adapter or anything to use this lens?

[@Ansonandco]

Oh man I literally just ordered the 30mm myself! For this lens they make a MFT version. But if you want to adapt it to other systems get the canon version and a canon to MFT adapter. You can get away with a dummy adapter because it’s a full manual lens. ✌🏻

[@fodsonmedia]

Forgive me if I missed something, but are you mounting this on a Speedbooster or via native lens mount on the GH5? Cheers!

[@Ansonandco]

I am using a passive “dummy” adapter for it. With this pretty much any adapter will work because you don’t have worry about iris control.

[@FavioWinehouse]

First things first, thanks for sharing mate. I'm considering buying one for my A6000, do you recomend it? Regards 🤙🏽

[@Ansonandco]

I have used it on the a6000, it’s a little more telephoto than it’s designed to be, but otherwise a good performer

[@FavioWinehouse]

@@Ansonandco thanks mate 🤙🏽

[@martinnoelrobert8022]

Nice review ! I have a question and kind of need an answer almost instantly. I bought the bmpcc 6K and I want to buy a lens. I just have one shot right now because of money. So for now I would think of a lens that is somewhat of an all rounder?! Would you rather go with this 85mm or something like 14, 20 or 24? ..

[@Ansonandco]

For the 6k I would do 24. 85 is more of a one trick pony. 24 would be a more ideal focal length.

[@martinnoelrobert8022]

@@Ansonandco thx for helping out so quick. That’s what I was thinking. Price wise I would be better with the 85 but it’s too compromising being close to everything I film i guess. I think I’ll invest in the 24mm t1.5 cine samyang as my starting lens. Found it for 500€

[@Ansonandco]

@@martinnoelrobert8022 definitely a great lens. You may already know this but make sure to buy the DS version of your looking at eventually getting the whole kit.

[@111manghi]

nice film! wondering what photo style and lut you've use?

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks! I used Cine D on the gh5 and a custom preset in Final Cut Pro. It’s based on teal and orange with a minor tweak. Thanks for watching!

[@ethanpaonessa6642]

Question wouldnt the 85mm be technically be a 170mm because of micro four thirds 2x crop factor.

[@miguelberns]

Love this ❤️❤️

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks!

[@miguelberns]

I just got samyang 50mm cinelens and i hope i can get great vid with it. Still learning.

[@Ansonandco]

Nice! That’s a good lens to film with

[@TheGiansi88]

Is this lens the same to the Samyang 85mm? Because I found only the Samyang version and a friend told me that the korean brand has acquired Rokinon. Is this true??

[@niceshortfilms6856]

Well done, but, you mean that this lens is 85mm but if you made the video in a GH5 that means that you really made the video at 170 mm thats huge of focal distance for being a MFT isn'it?

[@SammyC27]

DS, AS, SP aghh, what do they mean, and which one?!

[@codybeale1208]

Would the E-mount version work with a Son A6300?

[@Ansonandco]

It does! It’s a full frame lens, but it will still work on the 6300. Keep the crop factor in mind and so it will be more like a 123mm but will definitely work.

[@wormsali]

I want one

[@Ansonandco]

They are good!

[@juliafowlkes848]

i’m trying to get into cinematography, would this be good for me? if i have a canon, would i need a specific mount for this? are there different kinds of mounts? i’m learning 🥺

[@Ansonandco]

What kind of canon camera do you own?

[@karinaarias3092]

@@Ansonandco i saw this and i was wondering if this would be good for me as well. I have a canon t6i.

[@dronedude4185]

@@karinaarias3092 lol you should get a better camera

[@Filmmaker809]

Hey Man, love the video, which version of the lens would you recommend for shooting video only? The MFT or the Canon version with Speedbooster?

[@Ansonandco]

Thanks! Whichever is cheaper to be honest. I have the canon version and using it without a speed booster. But that’s also cause i have a Sony and canon camera too so it’s the most adaptable for me.

[@Filmmaker809]

Thanks Dude!

[@Ansonandco]

No problem! Glad i could help. Thanks for watching!

[@Filmmaker809]

Your welcome Buddy! Keep doing what you do best. Would love more content on lenses for Panasonic GH5/GH5s.

[@Ansonandco]

Well good thing for you that is my goal. So stay tuned 👍🏻

[@ConZartist]

I'm thinking about getting this but would it be good for a canon t7?

[@Ansonandco]

If you buy the EF version this yes!

[@a.jol.sr_photography]

Samyang has a similar lens that I'm looking into buying. Is this good for taking portraits as well?

[@Ansonandco]

I’ve taken a couple but I would buy the photo version rather than the cine.

[@c.s.christopher5801]

It's the same lens. Rokinons are just rebranded Samyangs sold in America. Exact same electronics.

[@ICKMATION]

what you think about rokinon 100mm t3.1? it`s better for cinematic scenes?

[@Ansonandco]

I’ve never used it. So I can’t really speculate but if your using it on MFT then it should be a nice compressed focal length for sure!

[@ICKMATION]

@@Ansonandco Thanks for the quick answer!!. I am really new in all this, a friend of mine recommend to start cinematic scenes with a 18 35 f1.8. What you think about it?

[@testigosdelahistoria9100]

Can't this lens work with my gh4...I need it for music videos...do you recommend this

[@Ansonandco]

It can definitely work for the gh4. You may have to get an adapter, depending on what mount you buy it for, but yes it can be used on the gh4.

[@testigosdelahistoria9100]

@@Ansonandco thank you so much ...what about if a buy the micro four third version it works ?\

[@rvlph.g]

With a crop sensor like the GH5 wouldn’t that turn an 85mm to a 170mm?

[@Ansonandco]

It does! So a little more telephoto than traditionally having an 85mm but still super usable. All those shots with it were on the gh5 at 170mm equivalent.

[@avpfilms27]

Awesome 👏

[@Ansonandco]

THANKS!

[@avpfilms27]

@@Ansonandcoyour welcome!

[@nguyenanhminh2924]

I'm using a6400 with eye tracking AF but i'm in love with rokinon DS series lens. Isn't that weird? LOL

[@Ansonandco]

Dude I am all over manual focusing. I am not one that gets live off of auto focus lol so I get it completely

[@nguyenanhminh2924]

@@Ansonandco Even though Auto focus is good for event and some gimbal shot but the rokinon cine lens give me some energy to shoot the video, playing with manual focus is fun XD. Btw, im getting Rokinon 35mm T1.5 for 100$. Hope it's a good one

[@Ansonandco]

That is a great price. Is the DS version? I have seen at a smaller price that are the non ads versions. If it is that is absolutely a hell of a deal!

[@nguyenanhminh2924]

​@@Ansonandco That's the DS version and rokinon is not popular in my country so yeah the 2nd price is kinda unstable. The one that i'm getting has the appearance a little bit fade out but still the lenses is clear there's no musty or broken glass. So yeah it's kinda great

[@corpusfusion1574]

What will be the best lens for an police interrogation room scene? 85mm or 50mm? Over the shoulder shot.

[@Ansonandco]

50 or even 35

[@milanjani7615]

Great video. TY. I wonder how is SLR Magic Cine line up lens compare to this. They have 25, 50 and 75 mm versions (not MicroPrimes). Regular Cine version. How are they compare to this lens?

[@Ansonandco]

I’ve never used the SLR magic lenses. But from the reviews I’ve seen I think the SLR Magics are going to be a beefier build and may have more character. Whereas the rokinons are more plastic but maybe have a clinically sharper look.

[@anastazja4925]

Would you recommend this lens for a canon m50?

[@Ansonandco]

What are you primarily using the canon m50 for?

[@anastazja4925]

@@Ansonandco I'd like to use it more for street photography and cinematography type videos

[@fennesto]

Does it suits for super 35 cmos?

[@Ansonandco]

Yes

[@chirinnoz3334]

Funcionaria como macro?

[@JohnnyHurcomb]

Do you think buying this for a Sony A7iii would be a good investment?

[@Ansonandco]

What are you shooting primarily?

[@JohnnyHurcomb]

@@Ansonandco I shoot a lot of weddings for most of my "Videography Income" but I could see it being a really good establishing shot lens. I currently don't make any money doing film videos.

[@Ansonandco]

Johnny Hurcomb it wouldn’t be a good establishing lens. But a great detail lens. Wanting to get close up shot of rings and other details. I like it for full frame cameras but also there is not one lens that works for everyone. If you want establishing I would look at the 24 or 35

[@JohnnyHurcomb]

@@Ansonandco Awww dang. They're about the same price though right?

[@Ansonandco]

Johnny Hurcomb 24 and 35 are a little bit more expensive. 24 is actually almost double the price. But if you wanting a non cinema lens check out my review of the autofocus 24mm. It’s a 2.8 but it is a pretty damn good little lens. Around the same price, maybe slightly cheaper, than this lens.

[@tadeusz7925]

i just got the samyang 85 t1.5 which i guess is the exact same lens. its so nice and sharp. plus, im using a7r1 so no need for autofocus lens :)

[@kerannizama566]

Photography? Lens?

[@thxylivx]

Is this the actual look of the quality or is this edited?

[@Ansonandco]

Outside of a color grade it’s the actual quality

[@thxylivx]

@@Ansonandco niiiice! I’m actually looking to get this lens soon. I got a camera for photography but somehow I came across this lens and I told myself I had to get this. So now I wanna get a gimbal with a focus wheel and this lens. Except this lens is actually a 136mm on mines.

[@StephenBell_video]

Love this lens and it gets rocking results for photos on a Lumix G9

[@Ansonandco]

It is definitely a pretty dope lens!

[@miyabi19850709]

現在AU-EVA1用に検討中。

[@maysonstorm4956]

There is a battle rapper named Iron Solomon. You totally look like his brother

[@Ansonandco]

Lol best doppelgänger call out I’ve heard yet! ✌🏻

[@tecno8335]

Those were amazing shots. All these camera snobs talking trash on rokinon. your footage just proved its not the lens its the DIRECTOR

[@Ansonandco]

they do have their short comings, but the part of the filmmaker and photographer is working with those short comings

[@tecno8335]

Far as i can see those short comings are just talent 😊

[@ThaexakaMavro]

this is juste the 85mm 1.4 in cine housing

[@Ansonandco]

Yes

[@MikeTraum]

THATS WHAT SHE SAID! LOLLLL

[@professorstein5855]

I actually like the old way of saying bokeh.

[@makemystronger..freemegapi6800]

Is best of the samyang f1.4 non cinema lenses?