Adapting Manual Lenses on my Sony Camera

Opting for EVEN lighter setups... Manual Lenses seem right for this...
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[@niceone1456]

I can imagine a second video “why I’m switching back to AF” coming out in a few months!

[@JasonVong]

😜

[@mauriasabbado]

Hahaha sim exactly

[@frankfeng2701]

'Why it is worth switching to Panasonic"

[@JeffreyStock]

Or a few days!😅

[@hoanglong-nv6wv]

Months? My bet is days

[@daddymoesby_8239]

What I love about Sony Mirrorless cameras is the photopeaking makes manual focus almost as quick as AF, and get vintage lenses is super affordable. Would love to see you making a video about vintage lenses :D

[@jaysoncasta287]

I have an a6000 and several vintage lens, can't seem to ever get a picture in focus

[@ehvalleyphotography]

Manual focus has been one of the most impactful and rewarding experiences in my photography journey. The Zeiss Loxia lenses are magical.

[@JasonVong]

🚨 EDIT: Watch out for spam comments posing as me! My response will always have a checkmark next to my name! 🚨 What’s your favorite MANUAL lens? 😁

[@kalaiarasan6906]

24mm samyang T cine lens

[@chunggi]

Samyang fisheye

[@coffeeandcameras1]

Voigtländer 50mm 1.2 Also my favorite lens overall. Glued to my camera atm.

[@dfhdasfj]

Voigtlaender 2/35 Ultron II with the original lenshood. It's sharper than any summicron, absolutely tiny and looks quiet sexy.

[@JasonVong]

@@coffeeandcameras1 I also have that with me but found the 1.2 to be quite soft. Do you find that in yours too?

[@robertmeyerson1618]

So glad you're doing videos on manual focus lenses. I've been using a6000 body with- Nikkor 55mm f3.5 for close-up & macro, 24mm f2.8, Contax Planer 50mm f1.7, Sigma 10-20mm f4.5-5.6... + a dozen others... depending where I'm shooting and what mood I'm in. Love the feel of old glass !!

[@jaysoncasta287]

I have an a6000 with canon glass and others, but can never get proper focus, any advice? Could it be my adapter?

[@TylersEclectic]

I’m 95% manual focus shooter… I miss some shots but generally I get “better” more consistent sharp photos with manual focus… with practice it becomes easier to quickly focus manually and I don’t have to worry about autofocus not performing how I want it to…

[@tonykeltsflorida]

It really does get easier when you keep shooting manual focus. I use aperture priority so focus is the the main thing that I focus on (PUN).

[@TylersEclectic]

@@tonykeltsflorida I need to start doing this more ha! That and playing more with ISO for shots

[@VivienneLee]

I’m a good influence :)

[@JasonVong]

Making us more broke by introducing me to Leica 🥲

[@VentureOutside]

I agree, Leica and manual focus have changed my photography since, I'm traveling more and not shooting things that require breakneck speed autofocus. I kept my A73 and the 35GM for those times when I "need" AF. Sold off the rest of my Sony lenses and picked up an M11 to go with M7 and 35 Summicron, couldn't be happier.

[@geebes2112]

I just picked up a Helios 44-2 that I’ve been enjoying, I also adapted a couple of Canon FD lenses too to my Sony. They’re always fun to use

[@overboos]

I autofocus my Helios 44-2 with fotodiox adopter on my A7riv

[@WyattOShea]

Just picked up an old Minolta 135mm and an industar 61 lens for my a7iii :P. Excited to see how they do as my first all manual lenses.

[@professorhineschoice]

I’m delighted Vivienne has enticed you to finally come to the dark side 😈 Thank you V for doing something I wasn’t able to fully do on my own 😁

[@VivienneLee]

HEHEHEHE

[@trippwilsonphoto]

but my film prices 🥲

[@ronanderson9960]

I recently have jumped back to film and picked up a Nikon F3 and a Canon A-1, great little cameras and a hell of a lot cheaper. But nothing wrong with M6, amazing work of art!!!

[@asghiasughiqughbqwg]

I feel like manual focus is similar to a manual shift car. It's an obsolete technology that rarely produces better results. However, it is also a lot of fun for some people and that's not to be discounted in hobby or art.

[@joetrent4753]

Manual lenses are certainly not obsolete and you are right that they don't necessarily produce better photographs but that's not the point. Lots of photographers feel they are quicker and more accurate focusing with a manual lens. BTW, I can assure you a manual gear stick is not obsolete either, it is preferred in lots of countries all over the world and especially in motorsports.

[@albertlim5675]

I came from a film SLR camera. It took me many years b4 I can convince myself that digital photography is good. Somehow film and digital photography is vastly different. To make the story short, I have to learn digital photography from scratch even though I was quite knowledgeable in film SLR.

[@tristanolarti9671]

The "Please Shop Responsibly" disclaimer is the real hero of this episode. Leica glass is so yummy.

[@JasonVong]

I'm glad you acknowledged my lil disclaimer 😂

[@erichung9043]

I have been using the TechArt Pro adapter. One thing you need to watch out for these manual focus lenses. If any of them has floating glass elements, you may want to do a rough manual focus of the lens before triggering auto focus so that you get the best optical performance. Let 's face it. These M glass scream for a Leica rangefinder. BTW the Fotodiox is a shameless direct copy of the TechArt Pro.

[@Static_Age]

I already wanted a nice manual Voitlander lens, this is the video that is gonna get me to just buy it and love it.

[@coolcid8888]

First time I’ve seen you and the timing on some of you’re commentary made my day hahahaha

[@SourPlanet]

I'm psyched to see channels talking about manual shooting now. I think people are curious about it but it feels a bit daunting. Seeing Hines talk about it and literally show his methods. Now you're getting in there too. I think it'll be the encouragement people need to give it a try. It really is one of those things that breaks photography wide open for a lot of people. And it's honestly just super fun. And who doesn't want to have fun shooting? Oh, and vintage lenses are cheeeeap. I got a Helios 44-2 58mm F2 and a Jupiter 37a 135mm f3.5 for about $115. That's for both, shipped. The Helios is a character monster, the Jupiter is sharper than my modern lenses. We don't have to spend Leica/Loxia/etc prices to get great results 🤘🤘

[@overboos]

I love the Helios 44-2 I also have a mir1b

[@SourPlanet]

@@overboos I see Mir come up a lot in the vintage crowd. Gotta check them out. Next on my list is a fast 35, so maybe I'll toss that one on the list. Been looking at Takumars currently.

[@giljesusseraspe9225]

Hahaha. Been doing manual lenses for years now. Started with Carl Zeiss Jena, Rittrons and Leica. Just love 'em! 😍 💕👌

[@wolfboytroyvisuals7621]

I started using manual/legacy lenses since I got my Sony body .. got the minolta 50 1.4 pf.. used it for most of my videos. Super underrated . Insanely good

[@samscrapbook]

Welcome to Singapore! I find manual lenses look really awesome with the A7c, especially voigtlander m mount lenses (cheaper alternative to leica but still pretty cool)!

[@ScottJWaldron]

Nice video about film era lenses! I agree that It's really fun adapting to digital mirrorless. Years back I tried adapting lenses to DSLRs, but I much prefer the current cameras because of all of the focus aids that show up in the camera's EVF. My current favorite is the Asahi Super Takumar 50mm f1.4 (pretty sure I have the non-radioactive 8-element version... but I'm going to verify that pretty soon, lol)

[@Robin.F96]

Been using that for like 8 years, I really love the analog lenses on digital bodies! And been using the techart first and then the fotodiox mkii adapter on my Sony, it's true that it isn't perfect, but it is still goddamn good!

[@mitHundundRad]

For all my photos and sometimes for filming I use a 50 year old lens with an adapter on my Sony. 50mm f1.8 is my favorite in my collection of old glasses.

[@jaysoncasta287]

What adapters do you recommend?. I can't seem to get any of my lens to properly focus on my a6000

[@tcnoble]

These look great. I’m planning to buy at least one Voigtlander Apo-Lanthar that should perform very similarly.

[@britishrose9417]

With my A6400 I have been shooting DMF mode for a while because of it's habit of slightly missing the subject. There's something nice about that extra bit of control.

[@boxemail6697]

Hello sir could you tel me witch lens i choose for a7iv 4k 60fps crop to cover 4k 60fps full frame without loosing resolution?

[@mispevill3928]

Hi Jason and Vivian I hope you both are enjoying Singapore!😊

[@Zacvlee]

Welcome to Singapore :) Hope you enjoy your time here

[@jacqchannel]

Welcome to Singapore Jason n Vivian.

[@SC-km5qv]

Need to try Voigtlander lenses. More character, and in most cases smaller lenses available vs Zeiss ans Leica

[@WU_Foto]

Since 1 year i began to colect voigtländer lenses for my A7R3. They makes me very happy, are small and makes beautyful sunstars. But my first vintage lens was the Zeiss Planar 50f1.4 from my father. He bought this lens at 1980 for his Yashica. Adapted on my sony He looks very great and sharp, with own charakter.

[@iamziminvlad]

A day before, I was thinking about this set and you dude made the video about it! What a coincidence! I am curious to watch your further videos. It also would be nice to see something with old manual lenses under 300$.

[@antnguyen]

I'm over here waiting for that Jason Vong medium format film content

[@rickthomas9278]

Jason, big fan love your videos. I'm the family photographer who also takes vids and photos of wildlife, and sports. Thanks to your vids... learned how to tweak my camera. Thanks buddy ! But , gonna stick with Sony's incomparable AF,

[@JerryWoo96]

Singaporean here, Welcome to Singapore!

[@highlander200107]

I shoot primarily on old manual lenses, as I love the image feel, versus the modern lenses.

[@tonykeltsflorida]

I got a Canon EOS-M and a TTArtisan 35mm f/1.4 manual focus lens to take to Maui. $109 for the camera, $73 for the lens. Easy and light for travel. June 29-July 6 (2022) in Maui.

[@bobbygindenver7208]

Yes Jason you have done it again, great Subject matter and information, thank you for sharing, cheers brother.

[@richardgmisoles]

Hope you enjoy your stay here in Singapore Jason n Vivienne..

[@dxcha1993]

I love manual focus lenses too on my Sony. Will you be uploading more manual lenses on this channel?

[@tenth4]

Being using leica 50mm Summicron and voigtlander lenses like 35mm F1.2, 15mm F4.5 and 75mm F1.8 on my a7s for over 5 to 6 years... and it so fun

[@Moresco24]

new to photography can someone explain, with a lens that doesn't have AF I have to manually focus the ring for every shot or does the camera autofocus get used with a manual lens? And then a lens with AF and camera with AF how does that work ?

[@VolkswagenNut1969]

I shoot mostly architecture and landscapes so I love the small light manual lenses. It’s also a fun throwback. 35 years ago when I started, what auto-systems existed weren’t terribly reliable, so a “true” photographer wanted a rugged manual body with a slew of great lenses and the right selection of film for the conditions. 😉 A plus would have been to have a built in matchstick light meter in-body so you wouldn’t have to use your clunky handheld light meter. 😁 The modern systems are amazing, but going manual really is a much more engrossing experience! 😃

[@frankwieczorek5112]

My current favorite manual lens is the 50mm f2 loxia for Sony, awesome! Others I have/had: -35mm f2 Biogon m mount, sold an regretted, very nice lens -Voigtländer 65mm f2 APO for Sony, really cool, but sold because heavy beast -7artisan 35mm f1.4, using it with close focus adapter on my Sl, cool, well build and after calibration, really good, not outstanding as the 50mm loxia -21mm f2. 8 loxia for Sony, sold, too wide and not as good as expected -TTartisan 90mm f1. 25 Gfx mount, brand new, never used but planning to get a Gfx100s one day, or better a newer model with less Mp but PDAF

[@Fecho33]

hey i wonder if i can use the zone focus using an apsc sensor with no problem or if it changes because somehow its made for full frame

[@jamesgjurovich7893]

If you put the aperture to infinity and everything is in focus are you really focusing with that adapter?

[@JoshMusicandVideos]

oooo Singapore! Hope you enjoy the hawker food stalls 👍🏼 Be careful with the heat and stay hydrated 🌊

[@JasonVong]

getting rekt out here

[@JoshMusicandVideos]

@@JasonVong 🥵

[@jonchia5203]

Welcome to Singapore!

[@Thomasmcse]

Can’t wait to see more! Very interesting!

[@iamslapu]

Welcome to Singapore. How are you coping with the smeaared corners for 35mm and wider? Been trying to come to terms that my zeiss 35mm f2 is useless on my sony

[@scc6466]

Sir... I got Sony alpha 6400 camera and Sirui anamorphic lenses, can you please suggest me the adapter which helps for auto focus..

[@-grey]

That Zeiss 35f2.8 and Leica 28f2 looks peak. I'm usually not a fan of Zeiss character though, they like a nervous bokeh, so we'll see. But that 28f2 could be my ideal lens.

[@JasonVong]

ooof this Leica 28mm... i wasn't a fan of the 28mm until I shot with this.

[@PaweZiobro-fo5yp]

Is it possible to set focus confirmation in the manual lens in the Sony A7 IV as in the Canon?

[@Visions_in_Toyko]

i have been using manual Leica lenses for photo and video for some time. they render images incredibly well and are a joy to use

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

Just got my manual lens yesterday. Can't wait to get out with it today.

[@leobardofernandez1325]

You definitely need to make a review of the Contax T2!!!!

[@shahzabahmed]

As always..Brilliant stuff!!

[@drdyna]

You want a killer manual lens, get the knockofftilux ttartisan 50mm f0.95. I have the red one. It's still my favorite prime.

[@DMAN590]

Sure these manual lenses can have unique aesthetics. I will never go back to Manual focusing for professional work though. It's like saying I'd rather get around by horse and buggy than a tesla cause its more romantic and charming

[@patrickhanly7458]

You should try the Voigtlander e-mount lenses.

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

I use Voigtlander 35 F1.2 with Techart Pro Af adapter

[@TheTerminator619sd]

Damn, the prices & demand are gonna be skyrocketing now 😅 Love the video!

[@afinn8954]

What auto focus adapter would i need for Sony A7 and Pentax lens? Tks

[@julesmeijerink1289]

Would like to know their comparison to Loxia equivalent lenses!

[@victorng2996]

yay finally you r in singapore

[@dylanhill1640]

Great lens.

[@mattp9029]

Great content. I have some high quality Minolta Rokkor. When using "vivid" does that only apply to .jpg?

[@AbrahamMusalem]

I have my A7iii for professional shoots since I need AF and my Leica for rangefinder manual goodness 😂

[@andrewbrooks2001]

I use old Minolta lenses on my A7R4

[@networm64]

Voightlander prices are much better and superb in build and optics. And not heavier too

[@JasonVong]

I have some on me on this trip. I didn't want to overwhelm this video with too many lenses. 🤣

[@KeeeeenW]

Your M mount lens collection is not complete until you try out some of the best offerings from Voigtlander especially the 35mm F2 and 50mm F2 APO-Lanthar.

[@philnettle6582]

You missed a really big sell factor for manual lenses. You can buy super fast, high quality lenses really cheap. Especially if you are buying used Canon FD lenses or Minolta lenses. A cannon FD f/1.8 set me back only $50. For those wanted a more intimate shooting experience, but also want high quality glass, manual is the way to go.

[@b1uscreen]

Does the manual AF adapter work for video too?

[@jaysonroxas01]

hi jason! jayson here from singapore! hope to see you here! wanted to take a selfie with you..

[@minamohsen9597]

Love your videos, Please mention how you use manual focus😍

[@manuelyagui1920]

I have the 7Artisans 7.5mm, TTartisan 60mm macro, TT 55mm f1.4 and the 7Artisans 35mm f0.95 all of them perform great and quite affordable, cheaper than high end legacy lens like some Canon FD's, Minolta MD's and of course Leica lenses.

[@keshibhalla]

Jason I wonder if you could help me. I have setup my Sony a7 IV as per your details setup KZbin guide. I also chose the HEVC video format for recording my videos. I have downloaded the extension from Microsoft and paid a nominal amount. However, I still cannot open the video as it comes up with error message. Would you be kind enough to assist me to resolve this issue? Thank you. I look forward to hearing from you.

[@starocker]

Welcome to Singapore! Try the Lomography Diana f+ lenses! It should produce some quirky results

[@jamesgjurovich7893]

have you ever tried out the Voightlander lenses for A7?

[@placesonthelist]

I purchased the Minolta MD to Sony E adapter to try out the lens from my first SLR the XG7. I bought it in 1976. The main lens is a 50 mm 1.7. I tried a couple test shots, but now the weather is better, I will shoot a few more.

[@NorCal-yeti]

I dont think they are better but.... they sure have a certain character i have the Minolta 50mm f1.4 MD. that produces some great pics. I adapted it to a sony a7r4a

[@impacttoinfinity777]

Lovin the 5am energy!

[@JasonVong]

sometimes being jetlag can be advantageous!!

[@billme372]

Leica Summicron 5cm F2. Dual range, Solid brass. 337 g or 11.9 oz

[@mrgerald]

Welcome to Singapore dude. To make up for the humidity, we have pretty cool second-hand gear stores that stock some rare stuff. Check it out while you’re around. And may I also suggest, exploring outside of the touristy areas. Check out the housing estates in Singapore for a more in-depth look into what makes this city tick :)

[@joshh6395]

Just a questions and shooting in Singapore!? How do you deal with your lens and displays fogging up when you leave the air conditioning ?

[@-grey]

You got to just clip it off and let it adjust, or keep you camera in a bag that doesn't get too chill. You can always bring qtips and dry it off too.

[@JasonVong]

I haven't really noticed...

[@Robin_Polarstern]

Hey Jason ! Is there a EF Autofokus Version too ? Maybe it’s possible to test the zeiss milvus lenses ?

[@HiddenOaksMedia]

I have a set of Leica R. Once you get used to the images, G masters are realllllly depressing

[@ronextolin6606]

It's work on Samyang Manual lenses?

[@trogdor]

Vintage and modern MF lenses are awesome. If I were to ditch AF completely, first thing I'd do is switch to Canon or Lumix for softer highlight roll off and thicker files.

[@kood2560]

The Voigtlander 50mm f2 APO in M or E mount is really good. It's a little bit more affordable than either the Zeiss or Leica lenses.

[@jpjacobsenbr]

@Jason Wong - Great video. Did you notice vignetting and light fall off when using the Leica M lenses on Sony body? I am about to get a Sony A7IV to use with my Leica M lenses but have being reading mixed reviews about this combo.

[@jerrychua9364]

Welcome to Singapore! Maybe you can do a photo walk with us fellow Singaporean photographers? :o

[@ryzenbiel4145]

its Fun to use Manual no Focus Breathing... and Sharp the Photos...

[@UnconventionalReasoning]

When using a Leica or Zeiss lens on a mirrorless body, we should only manually focus. Consider what the lens does to focus, especially the Leica ones: elements move relative to each other. Using the AF adapter which moves the entire lens ignores that, which seems to be a bad idea.

[@JoeVazquezProductorMusical]

In my case like a filmmaker of music videos I use AF just in chasing but all the time I have my sony cameras in MF but with the Manual Assistant active to fast my focus in the object, but like said Nice One the second part of Jason it’s gonna be “why I’m switching back to AF” 😂 😂 😂. Great video master.

[@XylophonEichel]

You should check out the Voigtländer lenses.

[@JasonVong]

I have the 50 1.2 and the 10mm on me for this trip as well!

[@XylophonEichel]

@@JasonVong Great lenses! I love the Voigtländer 50mm f/2.0 apo-lanthar. I think f/1.2 is a bit finicky for manual focus ;)

[@tomariko]

I am almost always using a Leica a Q2 and Sony a74 with zeiss 55 1.8 I understand your point of view.

[@ronaldt3422]

I'm going to Singapore next week! Hopefully I might bump into you guys! I use voigtlander FE version for Sony so when I manually focus, it zooms peak so I can see if it's focused. Do share with your camera set up for those manual lens when you want to make sure you achieve focus

[@55whiplash]

I use an old Minolta mount Kiron 28mm F2.0. I love that lens. And it was very cheap.

[@martinmacleod-brown4134]

Would be good to see the entire process, focus zones sort of make sense to me, but combining that and AF point always slows me down. Looking forward to watching what you do..

[@maximepruvost5984]

Merci Robert kyosaki

[@kharrell8356]

I have the a6000, what manual 50mm would you recommend?

[@NorCal-yeti]

Adapters are less than 20$ you can get so many vintage lens that will render amazing photos. I’d suggest any fast 50mm f2 or faster shoot wide open it’s a lot of fun.