Fujinon XF 16mm F1.4 Review // BEST FUJIFILM LENS

[@jaydenfernandez4819]

About 5 seconds in I immediately subscribed.

[@serr]

I appreciate that bro!! Thank you.

[@flo.___.w2627]

same here❤️

[@serr]

❤️

[@skullerhead6150]

@@serr What film simulation/preset have you used for night shots?

[@abisaiborder]

X2

[@alex_hofmann]

This last section (5:00 +) is amazing, the soundtrack the filming and photos, great atmosphere.

[@serr]

I’m glad you enjoyed it man, thanks for watching.

[@mjc955]

Really enjoyed it too. Convinced me to pick up the lens. As an aside, I'd love to know which piece of music you used for this section - can't seem to find it anywhere.

[@joshanderson3551]

I've already got this lens so was just watching the video for entertainment and I really enjoyed it. I really dig your style, I feel calm now.

[@serr]

I’m so glad my vid made you feel that way, thanks so much for watching!!

[@011001er]

Beautiful embrace of noise and grain. As a night photographer, you really become at peace with the old adage 'perfect is the enemy of good' pretty quickly. Great video, thanks. Lovely images.

[@serr]

🙏

[@BrownStudios]

I love this style. So, so, so cool

[@wolfpack9iloilo]

Dang. The vibes and cinematic take with the lens are amazing.

[@tersono]

Just 40 seconds in and the Boards of Canada documentary vibe had me. Great video. Thank you.

[@WEHAVETHISDREAM]

Your videos are so inspirational! Not only "about gear"... THANKS SO MUCH!

[@marcoutsider]

I really love the mood of the video. I’m a fuji shooter too and the 16 is my favourite lens on par with the 90 :)

[@serr]

I appreciate you, thanks for watching :) how big is the 90mm compared to the 16mm? I’m thinking of picking it up once I get back into portraiture!

[@PeterEvansPeteTakesPictures]

Okay, I'm going through your videos now and unlike most camera gear reviews your images excite me strangely. You've got a style I like that's quite and unforced and reminds me a little of Michael Ormerod, if he'd shot more in cities than on the open road. You really know how to work a video edit too, and I'm itching to get out there in to the big city and walk through the crowds at night with the Lost in Translation soundtrack playing on my headphones. Only I live in rural Wales and it's daytime and we're in lockdown and my headphones are broken. Still, you've got a subscription from me and I'm definitely going to follow your Instagram feed. Expect a few rambling comments, both here and there and thank you for sharing some great imagery.

[@serr]

You’re making me want to go out and shoot just at the thought of having that soundtrack playing in the background. I appreciate the kind words brother really! I hope to keep seeing these insightful comments from you. & I hope you get to shoot with some new headphones ASAP!

[@sirwaynekitt]

Great video! Always love finding other new, young channels also using Fuji gear!

[@serr]

Appreciate the reply bro. Your content looks solid, I'll have to check it out!

[@sirwaynekitt]

@@serr Thanks man. Appreciate that!

[@re2Core]

Im a Fuji xt4 user too. Love fujifilm 🌻

[@plentiheart]

Love both the videos and photos. You really have your visual style locked down.

[@serr]

Appreciate that bro! Thanks for watching.

[@jodensmith5093]

Same here. Subscribed about 30 seconds in. Love the background music and the pictures are absolutely awesome. Never seen night shots like that

[@spanishmackerel]

Awesome video, thanks for making it and sharing it. Never realized I wanted to go wide, but now I do. Your color grading on the video is off the hook. Also nice to see some clips from one of my all-time favorite movies in there.

[@serr]

Thank you for watching. A wide focal length is such a cool an interesting way to have some fun with your photography and videography. & it is one of my favorites as well :)

[@serr]

Also, for some reason I couldn't reply to your comment on the other thread. I just want to say thank you so much for your kind words. I was in fact just being polite & sarcastic, no point in arguing with a close-minded individual! Una vez mas, Gracias. Espero seguir viéndote por aquí :)

[@spanishmackerel]

@@serr Probably because I deleted that reply after I got over my rage and realized I didn't want to engage with that dude over his silly shit. :) I'm really looking forward to seeing more of your work.

[@Branditsch]

Found your film about seeking 16mm fuji, because i still use this lens also. Great video and pictures.

[@serr]

It’s still a fantastic lens! I appreciate you taking time to watch :)

[@rimofheaven]

I want to say thank you for the excellent review. Great blend of art and information. Although I've been shooting since 1986, I'm just now trying to figure out how to vlog. I've watched many examples and many were good. Yours inspired me. Take care and Godspeed

[@juliencharbonneau6446]

Great video! Love you vibe and the way you’re reviewing the lens. Keep it up!

[@serr]

Appreciate you very much! Thank you.

[@fabiolamarinero4884]

GREAT VIDEO SERR, I LOVE YOUR WORK

[@serr]

Thank you Fabi❤️

[@moe4273]

I love your style if I ever start making content I want to make it look like this Vintage and film like

[@serr]

I appreciate the kind words thank you. If you ever need help getting started feel free to reach out :)

[@zacharystudio]

love the moody LA scenes

[@ravinepz]

Love this review , wow amazing classic 😍

[@serr]

Really appreciate the kind words, means a lot.

[@sptnk87]

God damn son, 5:38 is probably the best color I ever seen. Wow 😮

[@akadno]

Hi. Love the style of your content and how you present it all. Great photos too. Subscribed.

[@SuperVerde1234]

Cheers for that "Y tu mamá también" appreciation! greeting from Mexico!! great video bro

[@Grimesitty]

Why do I feel like I just watched a documentary... 😂 great video bro

[@jjd139]

Your photos are exceptional.

[@serr]

Really appreciate that, thanks for watching the video!

[@garymorrow9324]

Just a super helpful vid. Beautiful work. I appreciate your review after watching so many on this lens. I'm gifting myself with a purchase of one. Thank you!

[@b.w.6615]

amazing video man, helped me quite a lot with my thoughts on the x-t4

[@espguitarsown]

Very inspiring. Beautiful work.

[@serr]

Thank you very much!

[@dennisng4627]

Serr, another beautiful visual presentation in video & still. “Mama tambein” is one of my favorite 🎥: beautiful cinematography, great actors, compelling story...I also ❤️ “Amores Perro” looking forward to seeing more of your videos & images. ✌🏼

[@serr]

I’ll have to take a look at that film👌 I’ll let you know if I get a chance to check it out. Thank you for the kind words Dennis!

[@dennisng4627]

@@serr Amores Perro is made by the same director & cinematographer (Libeski, mi think); starring Gael as well. The movie is dark, gritty & compelling. Keep 📸✌🏼

[@kevinf7707]

This is the exact film, nostalgic look I've been looking for. Your work is a real inspiration, thank you. Could you share where do you find cinematic music to use?

[@MrSodaBelly]

Can I get this look on my pictures with a stock lens on a X-T30 with a film recipe & Lightroom?

[@plusthirtyon]

@@MrSodaBelly yes you could man! It’s mostly in the s curve, elevated blacks and highlight roll-off.

[@lazarj]

I enjoyed watching this. Really like the clip at 7:11. Also, is the grain added in post?

[@serr]

Thanks for taking time to watch means a lot! & yes grain is all done in post within davinci resolve 👌

[@portcorner_noise]

Really appreciate your video. You put it out so calmly, dim light, subdued colors and great pace! I am researching here on youtube, trying to figure out which new lens to get for my X-H1... this 16mm f1.4 or the newer 18mm f1.4... really cant make my mind because there are like 2, 3 pros and cons to each. I am a videographer, dont really take more pictures than what is absolutely needed, only like landscape, of extraordinary locations, just to be able to quickly show a building or park detail... but I am shopping for the perfect lens for close ups in low light, and after watching your video I am leaning towards the 16mm, many thanks!

[@hellni79]

hi, which way you went then?

[@RobertoLicardie]

Stumbled upon this video and wow!! Soooo much character from the video, your compositions, and you. Deff subbd! Thanks a lot for the review

[@serr]

Can’t thank you enough for the kind words, thanks for watching. Hope to keep seeing you around!

[@paulbeckmann]

Great work! Thanks for the nice review!

[@SamCyanide]

thanks for showing nice low light/nighttime video - thats what I want it for. also love your style

[@brucewilco]

Excellent review, thank you, but: “You can pick it up on Ebay for around $500 to $600 dollars.” Not in the US that I can see. I’ve been checking prices for two years and rarely see this lens in working condition and shipped for less than $700.

[@jonathanlogan6953]

It definitely fluctuates. I've seen it in the $600-650 range, but never as low as $500.

[@erickrick3901]

If you put lenses on your watchlist they can definitely be had for $500, but you have to bid and not "buy it now". I've seen several go for $475 that were in excellent shape.

[@spitfireslim]

LOVE your videos - thanks!

[@kawata3019]

this is great, my next lens

[@Elements795]

Really enjoyed this video. Subscribed.👍

[@doriyancoleman]

no joke this was beyond captivating. subbed ✊🏾

[@serr]

Appreciate you!

[@jeanandrecastillo8476]

I just recently bought viltrox 56mm and I also have 16-80mm fuji, but I defenetly wants this lens in the future, saludos desde Colombia.

[@serr]

I also just bought the viltrox 56mm! I’m planning on using it for portraiture. What are you going to be using it for? Y gracias por ver el video hermano!🤙

[@jeanandrecastillo8476]

@@serr Planning to use for some portraits and also food and some images for composition, im going to print some of my images for selling.

[@serr]

@@jeanandrecastillo8476 Beautiful. Let me know when you have prints ready to sell, I’d love to take a look at them!

[@jamestonbellajo]

Great, great review. This is one of my favorite lenses ever and you captured exactly why. I mainly shoot stills but when I do shoot videos I end up using lenses that have stabilization since I use an X-T3. Do you find yourself using this lens without IBIS on for you X-T4? Any advice?

[@clemfandango9534]

Very nice work. Subscribed.

[@serr]

I appreciate that very much, thank you for taking time to watch!

[@The_Guth]

love the video man! and love the locations! i shoot around the area a lot too! Love the halation look you give to your highlights, care to share some tips? thanks man!

[@serr]

I appreciate that bro! LA can be a really fun place to shoot. As for the halation I think its too long of a process to type in a comment. Check out the channel @rakkproductions, he uses the same halation method I do & he shows you how to do it. Ill eventually release my own video showing my full color grading method too though :)

[@benjaminjacob6716]

Great job, well done.

[@serr]

Thank you very much!

[@snydereric6852]

love you work, all your vids. Where do you get your soundtrack from ? great choice ! matching your work perfectly.

[@ajeantsharma4873]

I really like the aesthetic, look and edit of your photos. Do you use something like RNI Films, make your own edits/presets or completely shoot film simulation JPEGs?

[@serr]

They are all edited custom presets within Lightroom. Should get to a video on that soon!

[@ajeantsharma4873]

@@serr oh okay thanks, i’ll look forward to it

[@Esraamsterdam]

Thank you for this beautiful video.. Above all your style and voice is fine to listen to and watch.. What is the link for the film you recommend?

[@michaklaarenbeek7966]

Wow... 6:46 - please use this shot in photography competitions, it is very, very good

[@hhankx]

love your style. keep it up bro

[@Christimony222]

This video is exactly the direction I want to move in. Wow.

[@KinuGrove]

Just pick up this lens today. Looking forward to creating some magic with it.

[@HighMonkeyMonk]

Love the video and amazing photos! I still need to watch that movie. I’m a little confused about what lens you used for the shots since you stated you used the 23 f/2 in your description as well. Which did you use in the cinematic video + photos test portion of the video?

[@ashzhu3085]

May I ask for the name of the film you recommended @4:00?

[@serr]

Y tu mamá también (2001) Let me know how you like it if you get the chance to watch!

[@6884]

aaaaaand you made me buy one, congrats

[@NickelsGT]

How did you shoot/grade the videos? Looks really film-like. Did you shoot Log? What was your coloring process like? Thanks

[@РусланНурманов-л3д]

Really cool video! Could you tell how you color graded it? thank you in advance!

[@serr]

It’s my own custom lut! I’ll drop a video on my process eventually. The main component is the Kodak LUT within davinci resolve. If you have any specific questions feel free to ask and I’ll try my best to explain :) also take a Iook at the plug-in called “Dehancer” it basically does what I do but 100 times better.

[@Bassi90210]

Dude, wtf. This video is art!!

[@TheBoysOnTheStairs5]

Thanks for this video! The production of it is great (:

[@ANRALOGI]

yo man. Did you colour grade your video in Premier with Plugins or Resolve BM?

[@serr]

Davinci resolve bro! Color grading is so much more intuitive with that program.

[@ANRALOGI]

@@serr yoo man. Thanks for replying. My hunch were right.

[@javierencuadra]

Beautiful. Hermoso... A new suscriber from Colombia.

[@RostykMakushak]

Oh... such great videos! 👍 (and I’ll watch the film)

[@serr]

I appreciate that my friend, thank you! I’m glad you’re enjoying them.

[@_trismegistus]

Did you use a halation/mist filter on the lens, or was it added in post? Great look. Reminds me a bit of gxAce.

[@zachleidig3085]

This was awesome.

[@serr]

I’m glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching!!

[@ZeusFuentes]

Dope creator man keep it up

[@RobertoLicardie]

Is the 16mm basically a 24mm 1.4 because of the 1.5x of the Crop on all Fujis?

[@BTMovieSecondChannel]

Yes!

[@Searchingk9]

Beautiful video

[@segzeeman7356]

Nice video. What strength filter do you use? I really like the look and feel.

[@serr]

I use a glimmer glass 1 strength! Thanks for watching means a lot.

[@533rudiger]

Hauntingly beautiful. Toronto? Didn’t know that city could look like that. Fantastic!

[@iamcolinclark]

ha I thought it was toronto front & university from the thumbnail as well

[@serr]

Los Angeles 😏

[@ChimaChindaDev]

I really don’t think it’s better than the 23 F1.4. I own both of them. However I can see why one would consider this their best lens.

[@serr]

Is that your go to for both video and stills? I am considering copping the viltrox 23mm 1.4.

[@ChimaChindaDev]

@@serr Yes, especially for video - in fact I shot my first music video only with the 23. I also have the 56 and Viltrox 85 which I use more for photos. The 23 1.4 is an excellent lens. I haven’t tried the Viltrox 23 but the reviews I’ve seen look mostly good

[@serr]

@@ChimaChindaDev Well then I just might have to pick it up! Thanks again for watching.

[@impatrickt]

pump this shit into my veins

[@serr]

this retro aesthetic really is addictive

[@VLOGOS]

This video has turned me into a fan 🔥 Wanted to ask where do you find the cinematic music? Subscribed and look forward to seeing more content 🥲

[@electrolyteblend]

Fantastic. Please keep making these lens videos. And messing with Lindsay using your other videos. It's a huge help to people who are trying to figure out what they like

[@joepblom4180]

Y Tu Mama Tambien is an absolute masterpiece!! Love that movie ánd your vids 🖤

[@SelcukGunerr]

Hi, i love your style! Do u shoot your videos in F -log when you shoot in night time ? Or only in daytime? Thank you.

[@TheBoysOnTheStairs5]

Also- amazing photography!!!!

[@twocupsstudio]

Since you love to focus manually, have you tried ttartisans 35mm? I love the cinematic feel to all your videos and the way you speak!

[@serr]

I have tried it! It’s such a fun lens.

[@twocupsstudio]

@@serr You love manual focus and so this lens must be fun with good results. My idea is to get 18-55mm, and since I loved good 1.4 for portraits, can try ttartisans. And then after some gap invest in 27mm as it will be hard to get things in one go. But then the kit lens is 27mm and discounted whereas 18-55 will get costly. So will wait and make decision during purchase time only. Now keeping options open.

[@francolebrino9683]

Ce l'ho! superbo nei dettagli, robusto, bello, lo porto sempre con me, montato sulla X-T3.

[@twocupsstudio]

Also, I had asked about 35mm vs 27mm lens and you said 27mm. I think if there is no wide angle in kit then 27 mm is better. But normally for composition, one can zoom in with larger zoom lenses. with wide angle of 27 mm vs 35 mm, one can mostly compose by moving in our out by walking rather than depending on zoom lenses. And if one needs wider angle than 18mm or 23 mm is better. I am still thinking why 27 mm over 35mm if one also has wide angle lens in kit?

[@serr]

For me, it’s because I’ve always felt that the 35mm is too close for my style of photography where I like to show the environment. 27mm is not wide angle but it’s wider than the 35mm and still rather close to the subject. So it’s a perfect in between focal length for me. Also you can compose by moving in our out but you will never get the same composition as another focal length because the perspective and how much background is shown will always be different. I hope this makes sense, but I love talking about this stuff with you so continue to ask questions!

[@twocupsstudio]

@@serr For environment and showing things in perspective even if focus is on a portrait, 27mm F 2.8 is good. Not too much blur given to background and also still wide enough. Not more wide of 17 of 18 mm in which lines can have many angles. So I get it why you like 27 mm based on your work (getting a rough idea from your videos). But to understand how moving in our out with different focal lengths will give different results need to be explored. I think nobody must have done such analysis video! Will still wait for 3-4 months based on covid situation here before purchasing camera. Till then would be more active in looking at videos rather than clicking pictures and so would check your videos too and hope you could throw some light on what you are talking with real examples.

[@thedanyopang]

Awesome vid man! Do you think you use the 16mm f1.4 more or the 18-55mm kit lens, wondering which I should go for as my first lens, I'll mostly do talking head videos and some street b roll video. Also have your tried the viltrox or samyang lenses for Fuji by any chance? Thanks!

[@serr]

Thank you🙏 I’d say if this is going to be your only lens for a while, go for the 18-55. But, if you plan on building up your lens line up rather quickly, go for the 16mm 1.4! The 16mm inspires me more than the kit lens would, and it’s perfect for talking head & broll footage! I’ve used the 56mm 1.4 viltrox lens, & have had no issues with it. Actually been planning on getting the 23mm 1.4 viltrox to replace my 23mm f2 lens. I hope this helps 👍

[@thedanyopang]

@@serr thanks for the recommendations! Your videos are so unique and inspiring, I'm just starting out but hope to reach your level one day!

[@serr]

Means a lot man thank you! I hope you enjoy whatever camera you end up getting. Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions along the way 🤟

[@thedanyopang]

@@serr thanks man you rock!

[@Yesthankyou8]

What a cool review, really sorry and beautiful

[@serr]

I’m glad you enjoyed it, thank you!

[@twocupsstudio]

6:56 mins. The lines are so straight. Is this directly from camera? or you did correct it to have parallel lines?

[@serr]

Corrected in Lightroom!

[@twocupsstudio]

@@serr Are there fuji lenses which correct this/

[@TheMauri0409]

Great video mate, your samples sold me on this lens

[@serr]

I’m glad! Hopefully you can get a good price on it :)

[@Jasonwu0529]

Just fantastic! Have u compared Black Pro Mist 1/4 and Gimmerglass 1? I was wondering what you think of these 2 filters from your perspective. Great work!

[@serr]

I have used both! I think the photo at 0:16 showcases the look of this lens the most. It does the exact same thing as the black pro mist does(softens and blooms highlights) but adds a shiny texture to it. The 1/4 glimmer glass strength is the equivalent to the 1/4 black pro mist. I like the glimmerglass more, it’s more unique and gives the photo more texture imo. If I were to buy it again however I would probably get a 1/2! Thanks for watching.

[@eddysaikia]

Love the video. Could you please list the name of the songs your used. Thanks in advance. :)

[@Sjaubi-qf6wd]

What simulation are you using on the our shot in this video

[@iamcolinclark]

wow that video film emulation is amazing is it all with the glimmer glass shot on the xt4? coloring in premiere or final cut?

[@serr]

Mixture of glimmerglass & color grading in davinci resolve 🤙

[@medinariel]

I love your videos, which music you use for editing?

[@ericverschelden8151]

J’aime beaucoup votre style phografique…. Créatif , Non conventionnel, atmosphère particulière , sens musical…. Merci.❤

[@MrJspookz]

Just found your channel. Love the content :) Just wondering, whats your fave film recipe when shooting video at night?

[@hasanhuseyingoregen7347]

Did you use compact filtres on your shot

Hey man. cool vibes in this video! How would one go about making that square rounded edge overaly?

[@talktokajo]

Big fans here from Hong Kong! U need to try their latest 18 1.4 lens

[@Tyreign]

Is there any way I can’t get music videos to look as dreamy as this, I just bought the lens because of you!!!

[@mark12345697]

Did you get inspired by GxAce? but great work anyways

[@serr]

He’s one of my biggest inspirations on KZbin! I saw he made a review on this lens a couple weeks after this video, I think that’s the only reason I got a decent amount of views lol

[@mark12345697]

@@serr Yeah he is a super chill dude and even kind enough to answer your question on IG.

[@serr]

@@mark12345697I’m glad he’s as nice as he seems in his videos! Hope to keep seeing you around :)

[@mark12345697]

@@serr Sure man, I like watching streetphotographers. I also Followed you in IG

[@Kajoconnell]

Hey man, how do you get the glow effect on the street lights etc. Is it in post or is it with a lens filter? Thank you so much!

[@zerlox525]

Hello sir, would you be kind enough to treat us with some vintage presets please, because the film simulations aren't enough tbh, especially on older fuji sensors

[@khangluong2660]

Do you use a glimmer glass 1? Do you think a 3 would be over doing it for similar style film like photos?

[@serr]

Yea 1! & I don’t think so. The good thing glimmerglass is you can never really over do it. I’ve used 3 and honestly can’t see a big difference between the 1 & 3. Also keep in mind that if you’re using a wider lens, the filter will have less of an effect on your photos. And if you have a longer lens the effect will be much more pronounced. Hope this helps!

[@snapsbytoby]

Which body were you using it on? I am contemplating about getting the lens as I have an X-E4 and the bigger lens on the smaller body just looks very goofy.