f0.7 - Ultrafast Lenses - Legends, budget options, modding, and testing - Epic Episode #13

[@KC2Lucky]

I didn't realise how long this video was until I looked at the time stamp. I watched 40 minutes thinking it was only a 20 min video in total. Now that's what I call quality content.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Lucky… that the way it should be ;-)

[@beosmuinh956]

Yeh! I just realized that I watch still the end and not skip any second

[@MrPhilVentura]

Same here, 50 min feels like 30 min. Thanks for this high quality content and "lens po* n"

[@paulstubbs7678]

I just looked at my clock s... it's 3am, how long was that vid

[@kaidenl9402]

yeah same

[@attenurminen1]

For a KZbin channel the production value is insane! Amazing.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man… now go and tell Netflix

[@attenurminen1]

@@MediaDivision Hmm, maybe broaden your subject matter towards general interest (I hate saying this!) and maybe they'll jump on the opportunity?

[@gottesman007]

Cinematic documentaries would fit perfectly

[@csorfab]

@@MediaDivision Maybe you can try reaching out to CuriosityStream, I think your content would be a better fit there than on Netflix

[@ilyasovich]

@@MediaDivision Why Netflix, there are some documentary oriented streaming plateforms, your videos will feel like home in there... I guess

[@betterideas]

This channel is bursting with value. Unbelievable production, guys.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot man... trying to improve from episode to episode

[@Reverie_State78]

@@MediaDivision you are doing an injustice to the musicians by making viewers have to pay to get the artist name. We artists have a hard enough time getting exposure, the least you can do is pay it forward by providing music credits.

[@MediaDivision]

You don’t have to pay… you can Shazam the songs. We provide the source where you can look listen and license them yourself. Artlist! We are not obligated to credit at all… that’s one of the things we pay the artists for. Of course, if you where an artist and had the slightest idea of how the industry works, you wouldn’t stumble across the internet and try to shame people.

[@bonjovi5530]

@@Reverie_State78 what is the name of the song? that is a unique and amazing composition gives me chill every time, compliments the video perfectly

[@MediaDivision]

As stated one comment 👆 above… please Shazam tracks… it is not always clear which of our many uses tracks you refer too

[@MrJoldroyd]

God, your content is so criminally underappreciated. This kind of quality has so much production value behind it. How is this not a 4mil+ channel?

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man… so kind… really appreciated. Unfortunately there are just to few people geeky enough for our content

[@MrJoldroyd]

@@MediaDivision maybe it is pretty niche. But honestly I think in the future you're all going to find a lot of success in this and the channel will continue to grow.

[@AlexDerrick_DP]

@@MrJoldroyd @media Division. Content generated for higher IQ gets less views. The internet is populated by the C and D students of high school mostly.

[@air9music]

The content on this channel is fantastic though I think they'd need to pump out videos much faster for the subs count to go up. And their count will definitely go up if they put out more videos, with such quality.

[@00anta]

I think it's also a matter of target audience...most people looking at videography know-how videos seem to be beginners who want to go to THE standard channels for the usual shit content like which sensor size is better, most important gear to have, which gimbal do I buy, etc. Media division is more about crazy fun experiments done by a professional, unlike some of the most popular videography channels.

[@forthe_mark]

Not going to lie, I was like "50 minutes I am not going to spend an hour sitting here watching this" The information and scenes were so good I watched some of it twice over. Thanks guys for making awesome content. Love learning more about things like this.

[@MediaDivision]

We always write, produce, and edit with the golden rule of filmmaking: it is as long as it has to be and as short as i can be. We are confident it wouldn't been as good in a shorter form. Very happy you liked it in the end.

[@VadymSkl]

Honestly, by watching this stuff for free on KZbin I feel like I'm committing a robbery

[@MediaDivision]

There is always the possibility to become a member 😇just kidding. Sharing knowledge is a gift for those who give it and for those who receive it.

[@JimmyRussle]

@@MediaDivision "Sharing knowledge is a gift for those who give it and for those who receive it." It makes me so happy there are still people who think this way. I am blown away by your videos and really appreciate all the work you do!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot man... glad to have you around these bits

[@area51pictures]

I dare say this may be your finest hour, Nicholas. Beautiful work; possibly the definitive piece I've seen about this topic. Few else are doing work at this level, but even fewer are doing it on topics like this. This reminds me of some of the great documentaries I watched as a boy, pieces that had irreverence, humor, and style to boot. Masterful & meaningful, especially right now. Thanks for risking it for the art, but also for staying safe. To top yourself at this point is a hell of an achievement. Cheers from LA, Soren

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot A51… really appreciate your thoughtfulness and kindness … we always try to improve from episode to episode, but of course, we can not put this much time and effort and money in every episode we will we do… we would only release twice a year. Thanks again man

[@treasuredmoments5207]

@@MediaDivision This video cured my porn addiction. Thanks.

[@nedstudios6490]

lol i noticed at 23 min

[@batchint]

A51 I second that.. in the eighties I got a roll of ektachrome 1600P and exposed at 250iso with 40mm f/2.8 along cornwall street between leicester square and piccadilly circus 🎪 and got one shot from the roll processed by one shot processing pushing one stop.. that was not enough while at an apple store ten years ago one guy said he would correct the poor exposure in adobe photoshop and did something quite amazing... bringing out some activity around a taxi fare... that marked a more experimental time for me ⛺️ ...flickr.com/sarchi/albums.. or just look for the hdr set..

[@churchrapture]

@@treasuredmoments5207 - Porn is like a sick peeping Tom getting off on watching others. This show was great!

[@EposVox]

This was an enthralling episode. No one covers these lenses in such detail.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Epos!!! And thanks for becoming a part of it! Feeling very honoured.

[@EposVox]

@@MediaDivision I'll be back in a day or Two when youtube actually let's me watch in 8K xD Still scheming to figure out how to get my hands on the Mavo LF. Good stuff - one of my favorite videos from you!

[@MediaDivision]

Please do.... where are you located? Thanks again Epos

[@EposVox]

@@MediaDivision In the states - Indiana.

[@adamwerton]

@@EposVox If you ever travel to Burbank, there's a rental house called CineOrigin, they're the official kinefinity rental in US. BTW, Kinefinity's releasing new cameras at the end of this month

[@bloodswarms]

My mind is continuously blown by the number of subscribers this channel has. It should be at least a million by now. Some of the best, most in-depth content on KZbin, regardless of topic.

[@MediaDivision]

We are all for it.... spread the word please. Meanwhile we know that we cater for a very special audience

[@Drumaier]

Amazing top notch content but also very niche. This is the first video I watch by them, I tried to guess the subscribers and knowing youtube l thought about 80k. Some good looking girl doing whatever will reach 100k over night, that's the nature of the beast (we humans 😂).

[@MediaDivision]

It is more important to be seen by the right people. Filmmakers that deserve that name. Just like our content we go for quality over quantity. We do have some sucess with that. Higher end manufacturers come to us before they go to a million subs channels.

[@Drumaier]

@@MediaDivision that makes perfect sense. It would be actually impossible to deliver this kind of specialized and polished content daily (not even weekly) and if it helps to catch the attention of your target clients then having 80k or 8m isn't a big deal. Is another business model than that of the streamers, they need as much eyes at possible at every time.

[@austinmcconnell]

This is probably my favorite video I’ve watched this year. :)

[@MediaDivision]

Thank you so much… going to reevaluate that in December 😂 I surely would like to have your subs… wow

[@MediaDivision]

Love your Videos man… I remember that I have seen your "i made a movie. it stunk" around the time I started to do something with my channel. Inspiring

[@J.O.Y]

Both of you guys are amazing and inspiring. I was surprised to see Austin in the comments section. KZbinrs like you are what keeps me going on the journey of being a good filmmaker. Thank you ! ❤️🇮🇳

[@EazyRed]

same, including the previous year, im watching it through again for the third time haha

[@alexvilloria]

The cinematography, information, and overall production quality of this video is mind-blowing. Super grateful for this channel! 🙌🏼

[@MediaDivision]

...and it if very nice to have you here Alex. Thank you for your kindness

[@whyMDO]

Absolutely incredible job! Thanks to the authors.

[@MrCanphoto]

Super grateful for this channe

[@LightFromThePast]

Cannot agree more.

[@ameertalon3727]

you probably dont give a shit but does someone know a trick to get back into an instagram account..? I stupidly lost the account password. I love any tips you can give me.

[@StephenMcLeod]

As someone interested in ultra fast lenses, I've heard a lot about Barry Lyndon, but this is the best description/video on the use of the lens for it I've seen.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man… I don't think someone besides Kubrick and Zeiss ever put this much effort into the subject ;-)

[@StephenMcLeod]

@@MediaDivision It's wild. I've got the Canon 0.95, an Elitar Soligor 25mm 0.95, and had a Canon 50mm f0.75 (just put up a video on it!), so the history of how folks actually shot with these before it was more convenient is amazing. I was really curious about that more modern film that was shot almost entirely with re-housed versions of the 50mm f0.95 too. Crazy. I admire that dedication and curiosity!

[@MediaDivision]

Wow… I thought I was a nerd… you live it. What is that accent? You assume rightly, that the "rear element" is an integral part of these lenses… it works like a focal reducer. If you remove it, the flange extends, but the lens gets slower accordingly and you only have a fast lens after that… blah blah blah ;-) Looking at your sample pictures you can tell that your lens suffers from the same problem my Zeiss (and all other Xray lenses) suffers… a curved focal plane. As far as I am informed, the Xray cameras had a vacuum driven negative holder that would give the curvature. This allows for much simpler and cheaper optical designs. My R-Biotar is designed for 6x7 negative, meaning that the FF crop has less distortions compared to your images

[@StephenMcLeod]

@@MediaDivision Thanks so much for the detailed and thoughtful reply! That earned a sub on its own :D That is really fascinating. I have an obsession with weird lenses - particularly older ones. I was really pleased that I got the 0.75 to work with the custom clamp, but obviously in practice due to that curvature it wasn't the most err, practical. For... anything haha. The bokeh was nuts though. I'm all for wild and out of control bokeh rather than nice smooth bokeh. I'd love to see an x-ray camera sometime - I guess they'd just be huge machines though, with a space for the lenses to fit. That R-Biotar is beautiful!

[@StephenMcLeod]

@@MediaDivision p.s. I'm from Glasgow, Scotland :)

[@ilfusarrista1943]

A channel like this makes me thank God that the Tube exsists. Thanks again Guys.

[@_galterius]

Thats well said 😅

[@MediaDivision]

Our pleasure man! Thanks for watching!!!

[@dianegative508]

Wow, this video has pretty much answered all my questions concerning the science behind f-stop numbers in lens engineering. Awesome content!

[@dianegative508]

@Felix B I did, started watching it in the premiere mode but after 25 min had to reload the page, so I decided to write the comment that I had in mind while waiting for the video to load. I don't see why that should bother you, btw

[@geko9425]

You can read about the f-stop on different Websites.

[@dianegative508]

@@geko9425 I didn't mean the most basic notion, but many other details that were explained here so that everyone could understand without diving into any literature

[@tim.van.emmerloot]

This channel makes really good videos

[@geko9425]

@@dianegative508 Do you realise that knowledge cant built up without literature? You (maybe) understand just a simple formula, nothing more.

[@AlexiBexi]

this was crazy

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Alexi... glad you are entertained

[@SolidBlueBlocks]

Ahaaaa was machst fu denn hier

[@amrkhani7862]

Best filmmaking channel I ever came across when it comes to how detailed, easy and informational the videos are. Each is just like a small documentary that's mouth watering till the end. This is really one of the rarest videos that I'm willing to stick around for the whole 50 mins. Well done guys

[@MediaDivision]

Very glad you feel that way… we really try to make it exciting and have a good flow… while being exactly as long as it has to be. Thanks a lot Amr

[@amrkhani7862]

And you're doing a great job at it. Keep it on

[@Luke..luke..luke..]

Honestly. No matter what I am doing, when you drop a video I stop and watch it. ♥️♥️♥️. Your work is gold.

[@MediaDivision]

😂😅 Tell your wife that we are sorry… thank god we only release every other month. Appreciated man!

[@Luke..luke..luke..]

@@MediaDivision sadly the wife has no choice in the matter. 💪

[@skylark_media]

how lucky are kids going through school or uni now experiencing this level of documentary for free!!!....wish you guys all the success!!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Liam... we can use some success ;-)

[@4n6design]

Your narration style and editing is impeccable. It's 50 minutes long and it doesn't seem boring at all. They time just passes by. Amazing cadence.

[@MediaDivision]

That is the way we would love people to be taken by it... thanks a lot for your feedback and you kindness. Lovely to have you around man.

[@calahad]

I've only found this channel yesterday but the amount of value from it is outstanding. If I've learned one thing, it would be that with enough imagination and determination, nothing is impossible. Not even talking about all the creativity and finesse that goes into the production of these. Well done!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Calahad... it is great to get this appreciation. Hope you will stay a bit longer.

[@patrickvance7592]

The images produced in your experiment are pure art, knowing the science and technical details behind the shoot make them that much more impressive.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Patrick... very glad that you see it in that way.

[@alish2001]

Seriously the most mind-blowing highest-quality relaxing channel I've seen in years. I also have a deep love for the presenter. Makes content so much more enjoyable. One of the channels I would support in any way in a heartbeat.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Alish… very happy you are entertained and that you find me "appealing". If you really want to support our work, you can always become a channel member and get some interesting perks.

[@teachertechnology1]

The video made me feel inspired, creative, renewed. Your production value is INCREDIBLE, it had me watching almost without blinking. I really can't believe I ran into something so awesome... Free. Keep it up!.

[@MediaDivision]

Wow... so happy it had that effect on you. That is truly inspiring for us... thank you for that. We will try to keep it up!!!

[@gigngamer]

seriously the BEST channel about video right now, the level is skyrocketting, everything is smooth, clever, full of experience ! Even the intro is crazy

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Julien… if you are interested… we have a whole episode about how the into was done here kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKKcq5yshaqYh7c

[@CyrilViXP]

You guys are amazing! You’re implementing the most interesting ideas many of us have but not able or afford to implement

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Cyril… this is only possible because we own a lot of stuff from other projects, and by now manufacturers like to support us a s well. We are feeling blessed, but the road to that is open to anyone with a bit of vision and afford.

[@WorthyUpgrades]

This is honestly a KZbin gem. I learned a ton and let out the inner camera geek in me lol Thank you for this!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Edward.... thats the way we like it! Nerds of the world unite!!

[@thedarkmazeclips3364]

I just wanted to say you are an inspiration. Your episode on the "legendary ziess super speeds" took me on an adventure that changed my life. I was so impressed with your delivery and cinematography that i decided to sell all my sony camera gear and lenes and buy an s1h (which was all i could afford) and get a friend to loan me like $300 so i could buy a used zeiss 1.4 35mm contax. All my "camera" friends in my wechat group called me stupid "why the fuck would you tank all your money into an s1h and buy some shit old lens..." all their expertise told them i should buy premium glass..... But I knew in my bones you are the kind of guy that i should listen to .... you dont just shoot images ... you MAKE them... just like Kubrick The images I have been able to produce blow me away some times... especially since i am a total noob and just started with cameras like 6 months ago (bought my sony a6400 for twitch streaming (gave up video games for cinematography and porn) I dont think you are the kinda guy who would mind... but just to warn you I make adult movies with my wife. Not that I love making porn.. but its the only way to learn cinematography and make money. I Don't hate it either.... just would rather be telling stories.... look me up on PHUB if you want "Zentai Fantasy" Pornhub will be paying me soon and i will have enough to support you by joining the membership!!!! You guys are an inspiration.

[@MediaDivision]

Hey Zen, sorry for the late response, YT put your comment in spam. Super happy that we can do that for you... this is the way. Ironically, the Zeiss Super Speed episode was predominantly shot on A Kinefinity Mavo LF... and that has a Sony sensor, just like the S1H does. It is really about how you film what, and little about the gear. Vintage lenses wide open have their magic, though. I don't mind porn..... that is some pretty weired stuff you do there.... but I get that you strive for more. Even the fetish genre will always be kind of one dimensional... there is little story to tell when people are f#*@ink. You are a lucky man that your wife supports you in your passion (all of them). Good luck on your journey man.

[@BroScro]

Should really get an actual job and learn cinema on the side mate.

[@thedarkmazeclips3364]

@@BroScro porn is an actual job. not the most glamorous one, but i am producing content people want to buy...

[@Coastfog]

@@thedarkmazeclips3364 Whatever pays the bills. And thanks for your efforts, many people forget that porn doesn't grow on trees. Everyone wants the product but "uuuuh, the people who make it are sleazy...". I got to know a former porn star and she is a most delightful and loving person, so yeah, I call massive BS on the sleazy crap. :)

[@thedarkmazeclips3364]

@@Coastfog that means more to us than you know. we really are just lovers of film and storytelling. It is really nice to know people like you and I hope we can bring the world a little bit more (sexy) joy with our content

[@twincitiessound4372]

Incredible. This is the first video I've seen from your channel and I learned more in the last hour than I have in countless hours with other creators. Thanks so much!

[@MediaDivision]

Totally our pleasure Adam. Glad we could teach you something

[@Emilmarch]

Watching every second breathless, worried, excited and with a pinch of jealousy. Great video and got an instant sub. Respect to all the members of the team.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man... thats just how we like it... nice to have you around.

[@nikograndas]

This video has the best production I have seen in a KZbin video

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man!!! Well, watch SCOPE on our channel. I think we where able to improve on this one

[@perilthecat]

Good grief, I think I’ve watched the last few episodes 5 or 6 times each over the last few months. I’m not even a videographer, rather a stills guy. They’re just so damn engaging! Just... damn good job! And good on you for using your male friends as models rather than always your wife! (Lovely though she obviously is). It’s refreshing, especially coming from photography.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Darren... glad you enjoy. I am one of those who can't stand the "walking girl" videos any more... I can see I am not alone ;-)

[@perilthecat]

@@MediaDivision Indeed! Thanks again for the great videos, and for virtually keeping me company into the late hours of the night while I repair cameras, haha 😄

[@MediaDivision]

Love to do that for you man!

[@HouseofAndy]

Media Division = Next Level

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man… thats nice… now get that tattooed 😂

[@PSS521]

miss your videos man, these are extremely high value. thanks bro!

[@MediaDivision]

working on several ;-)

[@Alorand]

The production quality for this channel makes me feel like there is a missing zero in the subscriber and view numbers.

[@MediaDivision]

There are two zeros missing..... Do something about it an subscribe 😜 Thanks a lot man

[@jeffreytan2948]

Media Division I have ran out of superlatives to describe this video. This is simply astounding work. I have rarely been inspired by KZbin videos, yours are one of those.

[@MediaDivision]

We are the happiest if someone feels inspired! Shot something amazing man

[@izimedia]

ok... 27:42 I need a break.... just incredible job you are doing guys... I mean.... this is art in its purest via lens of curiosity and smart mind. So cooool!!!

[@MediaDivision]

NO… no breaks allowed 😂 thanks a lot man! Glad you enjoy… !

[@daniellzta]

This channel deserve 10 million subscribers and at least 20 million views for this video...

[@MediaDivision]

We'll take both please 😇😁Thanks a lot man!!!

[@janciupka6394]

Insanely good content and the best i have seen on this topic.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Jan… appreciated

[@identityfeatures]

I always look forward to your well informative and entertaining content. I get the same anticipation as I do when I receive my ASC Magazines every month, (Every issue since 1970) as I do when you post a new video. My 50 years behind a camera appreciates your wit and detail. Your channel is first class in all aspects. I'm an Old Dog, and you keep teaching New Tricks. Looking forward to your next one.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot James… I really love that you can see our work in that light. I wish everybody would feel the same. See you around!

[@brakmaster]

This was so amazing. Thank you for your hard work in making this episode. The bokeh that was produced from the Zeiss R-Biotar was smoother than butter on a hot sunny day. Your videos are delivered in such a professional and exciting way. It feels as if this show should be on Netflix and I seriously do hope you are pitching it to them as it is on that level for sure.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Brakmaster… I am sitting here and staring with tears in my eyes on the phone… but Netflix will not call. Can you tell them that they need to call Nikolas? 😅 I would love to produce a Netflix show, but to be honest… I have no idea where to start.

[@brakmaster]

@@MediaDivision Start sending emails. And dont stop with Netflix. All these new streaming services are hungry now for content. The only problem I see is that your content might be very niche. But the format, the delivery, the quality and length are definitely there. We are living in very difficult times and to be honest I don't know how bad it's still going to get. In fact I have closed my business due to this situation and don't know if I recover. Thankfully there are channels like yours that keep me company and occupied. I know how difficult it is to keep doing what you are doing if the financials don't add up but youtube cannot be a source of income for you at the moment. Keep hustling doing what you do and it will come organically. I am certain that there are many people which you can help with your skill sets for the appropriate fee. Sorry for the long message but I deeply resonate with what you are going through. All the best - Chris.

[@MediaDivision]

We are all in the same boat... I don't know if we survive... and it doesn't seem likely. In that case, our YGT engagement comes to end too. We never made any significant money here, and the Netflix thing was more or less a joke. The whole industry is de facto on lockdown and there are 100 producers on every opening.

[@brakmaster]

@@MediaDivision Everything will get back to normal just like every other time. It will be painful in the meantime though. KZbin is a great way to escape this reality whether you are consuming or creating. You will make it through this and come out stronger - we all will. Stay safe.

[@blaspayri7722]

Such beauty --- such a voyage into the dreamy realm of high speed lenses and their bokeh. A true trip. It is rare (even unique) to get this quality and this combination of technicality and poetic results.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Blas… that is a very poetic comment just in itself… much appreciated

[@Stone1108]

I have never learned so much about the science of cinema photography and still photography science in such a short period of time. Truly a fast lens into optics. Real value.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Andrew… thats gerat to hear and motivating. Thanks for hanging!

[@erichramone7812]

Wow. What an amazing video. I understand the exposure triangle well, but learned quite a bit on this one though. Thank you.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man... glad there was still something to learn for you in it!

[@GeffenAvraham]

Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. I can't describe how well this video is made, from the charismatic presentation, to the excellent, think-of-everything dive into depth. The sponsored segment was incredible as well, I usually find them extremely boring and cliched and skip past them, but this one was genuinely good and interesting and I enjoyed watching it. I definitely liked, subscribed, and hit the notification button. You are an amazing channel.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Geffen… we are trying our best and try to improve from episode to episode. Our newer ones are even better (I think). Enjoy

[@GeffenAvraham]

@@MediaDivision Thanks! It looks like I've accidentally stumbled upon a fascinating channel with content that will keep me up for days. I wonder if you could do a video about the Hasselblad Zeiss lenses and the Metabones Speedbooster adapting these V-Mount lenses to the Fujifilm GFX100 series - I really want to shoot on that setup one day, as it is the motion picture equivalent of the 70mm pictures the Apollo astronauts took on the Moon, with a sensor that has a surface area larger than that of an Alexa 65.

[@MediaDivision]

Glad you found us… and thank you so much for support us by being a Lynch member. Appreciated… you will make the future episodes possible. Well, we already have a video about medium format lenses for filming with the Mamiya 645 and the Kipon focal reducer. While the image Circle of the 645 is slightly smaller and the booster goes down to FF, the principles remain the same. It is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKXSma2didJogtE The Hasselblad V system is a 6x6 medium format (slightly smaller than IMAX but yes, bigger that 65mm 5-perf), but of course… you will cropping away a lot of the image to get to something like 16:9 or another suitable aspect for film. I don't quite know what you expect from that system. I don't want to pop a bubble, but a larger format does not have an intrinsically different look than a smaller one. Your boosted system using a 80mm @f2.8 will generate the same image that you will get using a 44mm @f1.5. The GFX has a very high resolution, but that is not intrinsic to the large format and I have smaller format cameras that have more resolution than larger format ones. In times of Apollo, it was just the best way to achieve high resolution images allowing higher magnifications. If you want to see how a camera with a large format sensor twice the size of IMAX and a whooping 200 Megapixel would look… we emulate one right here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXrLdKyGlqmDbMk

[@shubhamkmr900]

This channel just went from becoming an unknown to me to my favourite KZbin channel in this last 40 minutes. The work is just beyond amazing. Thankyou for putting in soo much effort for just a KZbin video, didn't expect to watch such an extraordinary content on KZbin.

[@MediaDivision]

Pleasure man... and we got so much more episodes. Time for binge watching!

[@cameralabs]

Excellent video, loved it, well done!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Gordon… very happy you enjoyed it so much

[@MathieuStern]

Amazing as Usual !! Now i need to finish my episode about my 0.75 lens :)

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Mathieu!!!! Go for it… I am curious what poetic spin you will put on the subject. Little input. We originally planned to not use candles (boring) but indoor fireworks and slow motion. We couldn't do it because of the lockdown.

[@justethom]

Waaaa, one of my favorite channel responding on one of another great channel ! Also, bonjour de la France :)

[@olivierauverlau9731]

Salut Mathieu .... j ai aussi quelques KOWA 0.75 ....

[@oberon2230]

As a filmmaker and a photographer, I think I just fell in love with this channel. I cannot tell you what incredible top notch quality episode this was... absolutely perfect. You got yourself a new fan! Bravo Gents!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Oberon… glad it was for you. Always trying to improve and do something unique while entertaining you and our fellow nerd ;-)

[@MultiDeivas]

Wow... you guys aren't getting enough recognition for this. I guess people really like seeing youtubers scream at the start while showing how they make coffee in every video haha. You put so much effort into these videos that it puts many documentaries to shame. And you don't do what has been done a million times. I appreciate the knowledge that you give and I hope many others will too. Edit: Joined the supporters as you definitely deserve it :)

[@MediaDivision]

In the words of someone from my childhood… I want to believe. I want to make KZbin a platform that is a harbour for quality and depth that mainstream media can't offer… where else would we get we get something like this? We surely would love some more recognition… and maybe some financial incentive to go along. Thanks so much for being a supporter and your kindness!

[@TheErawl]

As "The Mission" started, I was almost in tears. You are incredible craftsmen, experts in capturing human emotion with such beautiful visuals. Thank you for this wonderful 50 minute experience.

[@MediaDivision]

That is beautiful.... thanks for your kindness Moonlighter. We do this for you and people like you.

[@Smart-Skippy]

Wow. I'm blown away by the detail, depth and integrity of of your video, which is my first. Kudos! I'm formerly a newspaper Photojournalist and videocam operator.

[@MediaDivision]

Very happy you enjoy Skippy… hope you will find more of our episodes as appealing as this one

[@SatanSupimpa]

Another great thing about the Kipon lens is that it also has a pink version.

[@MediaDivision]

say red… please😂

[@kitkatminion314]

I haven't even realized when i watched over 40 minutes, Clearly amazing

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Minion! Glad that you are entertained!!!

[@kitkatminion314]

@@MediaDivision Just Amazing works, Wish i could just feel the lenses 😂

[@MediaDivision]

@@kitkatminion314 come around and I let you touch them ;-)

[@nicklaytonUK]

So much love, so much time, so much devotion. You are much admired from this little part of England. Amazing! Thank you!

[@MediaDivision]

Very kind of you Nick… working on the greater parts of England and the rest of the world ;-)

[@michaelbauers8800]

Wow, so much interesting detail. I expected just more of what I had already heard about the Zeiss .7, but this covered so much more ground. Love the techy stuff.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man… glad that us nerding out is interesting for you.

[@KrishnamKumawat]

This video is indeed a masterpeice! It felt like another dimension @ 26:01

[@MediaDivision]

From the astral plane to the focal plane ;-) thanks man

[@KrishnamKumawat]

@@MediaDivision wooo! A reply from you guys! Love your content! Keep creating 😁👍🏼

[@MediaDivision]

Of course… thats what the hole endeavour is about… community. Thanks again. Will try Krishnam

[@Volthan]

You know, I'm re-watching this by the end of 2021 and the thing I'm mostly interested in after all, is where to find committed people like you guys to work with. Very few times in my lifetime did I manage to get projects funded which allow me to stick together with that kinda crowd. Keep it up, guys!

[@MediaDivision]

I know what you mean... projects like this don't just happen. You have to create them... is it worth it? not financially, but one can hope. I still do. Will try man... will try

[@_galterius]

This was the fastest 50min of my life, thanks sooo much!! How can this be free 😍

[@MediaDivision]

so to say… ultrafast 50 minutes 😂 glad you enjoyed it so much… appreciate the comment!

[@_galterius]

@@MediaDivision 😂😂😂 exactly

[@ilkoallexandroff]

Damn, what an amazing video! Cheers from Japan!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Ilko.... Doumo Arigatou

[@natinski]

This video really stands out from the crowd.. in the best way possible. Beautifully made, great production, and very human too. I also loved the quality of the film that was made with that giant 0.7 lens.. it was silky smooth. Really well done.

[@MediaDivision]

Thank you Nathan.... always trying to do something unique, engaging and emotional... the cinematic approach. Very happy to hear you enjoy

[@GinoFoto]

Seriously, this video is just masterpiece, edifying, while super entertaining.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Gino……… quick tell everybody 😂 just kidding… thanks for your kindness

[@JevenDovey]

Just discovered your channel. Love it!!!

[@MediaDivision]

Glad you like it... nice to have you around Jeven!!!

[@ilyasovich]

Jeven is here 👀

[@nicolorusso2301]

One of the most interesting and well made video on KZbin. Subscribed immediately!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Nico... appreciated. Nice to have you around. I think we where able to improve a little since. The SCOPE series dwarfs this one in terms of workload

[@nicolorusso2301]

@@MediaDivision I don't find it difficult to believe it, I'll surely have to keep up with all the new videos! Great job! 🔥

[@Arrdei]

I can approximate the amount of work that went into this masterpiece, in the name of Yt filmmakers that only talk about transitions, thank you.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Andrei... transitions can be important and captivating, too 😉

[@Arrdei]

@@MediaDivision By all means yes, but not when overused. How long did it take to make this video tho?

[@MediaDivision]

About 100 hours.. it is hard to say. Lot's of research and writing in a long timeframe

[@Arrdei]

Media Division That’s reasonable actually, but all worth it for sure 👍🏼🙏🏻

[@MediaDivision]

Financially………… totally not 😂who knows

[@oren.kirschenbaum]

Absolutely SICK! I don't think there's much around KZbin at this production level. I applaud you for the huge investment of time and energy. What a fantastic work of art!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Oren ... always trying the best we can do within a tiny budget

[@Dave_E7]

Wow, just wow. Even though I am subscribed to so many channels, this one deserves another subscriber. Its just too high quality to ignore. Bravo!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Daniel!! Glad you enjoy and to have you around

[@FoldingIdeas]

The poor performance of the FD lens is largely the fault of the Photodiox diopter. I have one and they're just not very good.

[@MediaDivision]

Yes ... as we say. We have an extended episode about FDs and what they can do here:kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGmsnZKiaNmobLM

[@churchrapture]

​@@MediaDivision - Great work! I tested an FD 55mm f/1.2 SSC and it is 4k resolution across the full frame wide open. The speed booster still enables 4k (~2k LW/PH) with slight degradation (and slight curvature of focal plane). I also have an observation and question: In your video, the SLR Magic 25mm images at f/0.92 look darker than the Ibelux 40mm images set to f/1.4 and the so does the Canon FD 55mm f/1.2+speed booster at f/0.90 which looks even darker than either of these. What was your shutter speed for each of these tests?

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks… lenses can have different brightness at the same f-stop … that is why T-stop was invented for cinema. T (transmission) is what effectively comes through the entrance pupil. Coatings and the number of lens elements are relevant for this… especially in vintage lenses. Of course a FF lens can easily handle 4K…. or 8K… or more depending on the amount of light and the f-stop used. If you watch our „beyond imax“ episode we show how a old large format lens is able to resolve 16k without breaking in sweat. The limiting factor of resolution in an optical system is the „nyquist effect“.

[@churchrapture]

@@MediaDivision - Thanks for replying! Right, the Nyquist frequency is the limiting effect in any resolving signals in any wave. But do you know what the shutter speeds were in those fast lens comparisons? Could the darkness difference between lenses be from different shutter speeds? Also, I don't find that many lenses, vintage or modern, can resolve 4k full frame to the edges like the FD 55mm f/1.2 can. It does have the dreamy and lower contrast effect also wide open that can make it appear to be soft yet it does actually resolve the detail. However, I was mainly trying to see if you were doing a technical comparison of the fast lenses or maybe you were not trying to document the shutter speed. In any case your work extremely awesome and full of details that are very interesting and informative! Great work and God bless!

[@MediaDivision]

In filmmaking we „always“ use a 180 degree shutter… unless there is a very good reason not to. At 24 FPS that is 1/48th of a second in all the given cases. So, no. Of course shooting wide open will cause loss in detail to a point where resolution doesn’t matter in that regard. If you are interested, we have whole episode about the FD including the 55 SSC and it’s improved sibling, the 55 SSC aspherical (reduced fringing) on the channel. Thank for the flowers. Have a good one

[@darthvini]

Amazing content! All around epic. I've got to go in defense of the Canon 55mm f1.2 though. The FD-EF adapter with the lens element is dog shit, every single one I personally tested at least. Canon has produced one that the glass is actually good but its no easy to find and its quite expensive. So, all of the "ghosting" effect and the lack of sharpness is mostly due that. A converted one, a no-glass adapter OR one with the proper Speedbooster (FD-NEX? FD-M43?) would perform considerably better. Keep up the good work!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot… yeah, we know and we mention that... due to the corona crisis the mount kit got stuck in customs and we can't buy a focal reducer just for this episode. Sorry, but that is live. I am sure that the FD can do way more

[@Parafontana]

I enjoyed my time watching this video.. seriously! I watched it on 2 days, when you talk about something, i pause and start researching about the information you said or the terms. Am new in filmmaking but i have almost a decade of experience in photography and still there are some new information i got from your video. Happy that i found your channel by coincidence 👍🏽

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot man.... we are very glad that you get something out of it. It is a bit sad that it took coincidence for you to find us. If you think you have people in our niche who missed us by coincidence, we are always happy if you share!! Thanks for hanging!

[@twistedbunny]

SOMEBODY TELL ME HOW IS THIS FREE? May all your endeavors work according to your plans man fr i definitely subbed, liked, turned it on....the bell thingy, yeah ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ this is wayy better than Netflix

[@MediaDivision]

So kind of you man… may Netflix and KZbin realise that someday ;-)

[@twistedbunny]

@@MediaDivision ♥️💯💯♥️

[@puzzlemanproductions]

"that means amazing lowlight capabilities dreamy bokeh and razer thin depth of field" Also a shit ton of chromatic aberration

[@MediaDivision]

Yep... just like in Barry Lyndon. If optically clean images are your thing, ultrafast lenses are not.

[@jas_bataille]

It's f0.7.... developed for the NASA and used by Stanley Kubrick. This isn't a lot of chromatic aberrations for a lens that fast. In fact, there is no lens that fast. It's absolutely one of the greatest optical feat of all time.

[@frandecatta]

After watching this magnific work of video, my 45mm f0.95 seems like a slow lens... but, even being manual focus, also looks more practical and far easy to use! Thanks fot this masterpiece of production! I saw it 3 years ago and now found it again between favorite videos!

[@MediaDivision]

Absolutely no doubt about the practical part... now put yourself in Kubricks shoes when you don't see what you are filming. Very glad you enjoy Frande... now and then. Thanks for being around.

[@solprod3629]

This is incredible! But is it complete? I feel like we missed the ISO/ultrafast looks comparison Anyway, we need the high quality The Mission file please ❤️ Again, it was such an interesting project. Can't wait to see where you'll go next!

[@MediaDivision]

It is there but smaller than planned starting 36:50… episode would have been way to long if everything made it to release. Thanks man… we will try our best

[@artistandcamera3245]

At that f-stop, more like *death* of field instead of depth of field.

[@MediaDivision]

true true

[@meta4101]

Kudos for this superb video. You know your optics, lenses, history, etc. Delivery and cinematography are also spot on. Rare on KZbin.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Meta..... really appreciate your kindness. Always trying to improve

[@leongerdes7860]

18:23 As a german I really appreciate the pronunciation!

[@MediaDivision]

The least you can expect .... von einem Deutschen ;-)

[@leongerdes7860]

@@MediaDivision Oh, das wusste ich nicht! :D Ich habe extra auf der Kanalinfo geguckt! Großartiges Video!

[@MediaDivision]

Danke Dir.... naja... der Hamburger Fernsehturm und die Beschilderung im Studio sind ziemlich eindeutig ;-)

[@gayusschwulius8490]

You can clearly hear that he's German throughout the whole video, lmao

[@StewartMarsden]

Ding Dong, I got that notification

[@MediaDivision]

Finally… it works ;-) glad you got that

[@StewartMarsden]

@@MediaDivision the moment I saw candles I said to myself this has got Barry Lyndon written all over it - Love it

[@joseyang5098]

This video really blows both my eyes and my mind.. it opens many possibilities that i have been observing since 2016.. I'm vice president of drone valley, a consortium among researcher, industry, and administration.. in 2016 we have explored the potential to use primary drones in filmmaking industry, we think that this is going to be a game changer, unless we solve the problem of lens.....

[@MediaDivision]

Glad you got something out of it Jose. Not sure what ultra fast lenses could be used for in that context. The weight and shallow DoF makes them not drone friendly.... at all.

[@joseyang5098]

@@MediaDivision : nowadays there are already many drone film festivals across the globe, and drone has already been using widely in film-making to this day.. however, the current challenge for drone filming is to be used at night or low visibility shooting.. the weight it's a problem for drone actually.. there are also some industrial drones that have payload above 50 kg.. (50kg used to be the limit).. and there are already many multi-axis stabilizer which can make the drone moving really super smoothly and steady.. the only problem is really the lens.. though there are already the multi-spectrum camera that can capture light beyond visible light spectrum, however it requires AI to recolor it in the post-processing, which takes really a lot of time and effort.. and most filmmakers still prefer to see with the feeling of "natural light".. another effect that ultra fast lenses can do but multi-spectrum camera can't replace is that supper thin foreground.. which can put the main object into the subject and eliminate the background all "naturally".. no other solution than ultra fast lenses will be able to deliver such effect "naturally"..

[@FantasyNero]

My dear friend i was watching your first video *"Beyond IMAX: Filming with a gigantic 16K sensor with sample"* back in 2019 i love highest quality video when KZbin Support 32K & 16K with Codec x265 (HEVC - H.265) with high refresh Rate Like 500fps for Future Monitors/TVs 500Hz, also Support Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync, am so excited about those and we need share our feedback to KZbin Creators and developers, please do it people and i hope you all have a good life! :)

[@MediaDivision]

32K or even 16K make no sense on KZbin for the foreseeable future?! We know what HEVC is and KZbin does not use it because of royalties they would have to pay to the MPEG group. For 4K+ resolution, KZbin uses it's own VP9 codec that delivers similar compression quality then HEVC. 500fps refresh/playback makes no sense whatsoever in any given scenario. I am all for quality, but put it where it is meaningful and improves the experience

[@FantasyNero]

@@MediaDivision You know what great about Higher resolution than 8K you can Make a Zoom in even 500% it will still look great crisp and sharp, also high biterate and high Codec with 500fps gonna be Blur free if the camera moving so fast and you did paused the video the details gonna be there to see

[@alesstrem]

I came back to this video after half year, i wish i could give a LIKE again. Amazing technical information, this channel deserves 1M followers

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Alexander… I am all for it… let's keep them coming ;-)

[@alesstrem]

@@MediaDivision Such amazing and important knowledge is not found easily online, specially with the dedication and complete information you guys bring to other Filmmakers out there; passion in our jobs is important, but without knowledge about tech aspects is hard to understand the "why's". Thank you again for entertaining and good content.

[@MediaDivision]

Always always Alexander… Edutainment is what we are all about. I think, that I am living proof, that you can be good at this with only a theoretical knowledge to start with ;-)

[@rajinderjheeta1283]

Watched it over and over. Great work team on everything from research to execution. Not a second of boredom.

[@MediaDivision]

Very glad you enjoy it… even multiple times… thats how we like it! Thanks a lot

[@rajinderjheeta1283]

@@MediaDivision Thank you for creating such a profound piece of art. May I know the name of background music track at 25:31 please.

[@MediaDivision]

Our Pleasure! All links to Music, gear, lenses are in the description Music under The Mission artlist.io/song/14166/alter-ego

[@IvanEngler]

this is how youtube videos should be!! THANK YOU for all your work you have put into this, all this information you condensed into this highly interesting, informative and entertaining film. pure AWESOMENESS!

[@MediaDivision]

Thank you Ivan… very happy you enjoyed it!

[@lerx1980]

This was a very very well done episode. It was just entertaining to watch and the length of this video was absolutely not noticeable. Appreciate your time which went into this.

[@MediaDivision]

And we appreciate you watching it… thanks a lot for your kindness and for hanging around

[@juanpablobatizandrade1243]

This CHANNEL IS CRAZY! I really love the old school documentary style of this channel I really like the crazy experiments! There is a lot of work in each video! Amazing!!!!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Juan... very glad you appreciate and enjoy our approach. You bet these are a lot of work

[@rockets4kids]

Watching this gives me a brand new appreciation for Barry Lyndon.

[@MediaDivision]

Totally… Barry was ground breaking!

[@TheHopelessGeek]

The production quality..My Gawd. Never hit a subscribe button faster than on this one.

[@MediaDivision]

Nice to have you man.... glad to have nailed it for you.

[@gregcyrus3602]

Great channel. I collected a whole bunch of Canon FD S.S.C. prime lenses which I kept but never used again since swapping to digital. Your idea to re-use these high quality lenses in that way is awesome.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Greg... a whole episode about Canon FD is coming up end of the week. From cine modding to dealing with radioactivity.

[@SixSioux]

I rarely comment on KZbin, but you guys totally deserve attention for the overall quality displayed in this video. Thank you, really! Just one thing is not so clear to me - probably I should rewatch some specific parts of the video: how did Kubrick manage to obtain such a deep Depth of Field in the candle sequence, filming at f0.7? Did he actually stopped down the lens? It is clear to my eyes that your result at f0.7 has a much shallower DoF. Sorry in advance for the probable dumb question, and thanks again for this production of yours. I am gonna share it with all my friends and colleagues. Amazing!!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Riccardo...totally our pleasure. No, he shot at f0.7... it was the whole point and otherwise it would have been impossible using 100iso film stock. The DoF is indeed very narrow. The trick is to compose the scene in a way, to keep all important things on the same focal plane. The difference to out "The Mission" film is, that we used a 100mm lens (instead of a 50mm) and we had a full frame sensor instead of s35 film... resulting in a much deeper DoF.One thing besides the speed is, that the Biotar that we used has a slightly bend focal plane... it works like a light tilt shift on top of the narrow FoV. That was not a dumb question and we always appreciate viewers that really dig in deep!

[@v12shane]

This is one of the most fascinating things I have ever seen. I happened to come across this channel in the recommended videos. Incredible work

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Shane… very glad it is for you and that KZbin brought us together

[@v12shane]

@@MediaDivision Likewise. You and your team are a class act and a wealth of information!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks again man!

[@MrJPG1000]

I have to work! I have to finish something really important, but then I stumbled on this ... 50 minutes which I don't have at the moment ... I don't regret anything! Thank you for this video, and Netflix should be ashamed!

[@MediaDivision]

I know the feeling man... KZbin can be a rabbit hole. I hope you got it done afterwards and you didn't binge watch our whole channel 😂Glad you like our stuff JPG... thanks for hanging!

[@dylangergutierrez]

Love this video! It's truly amazing to me how many engineering hours have gone into pushing this boundary. Like you say, the difference between f/1.4 and f/0.7 is only a factor of 4, or 2 stops, and yet so many millions of dollars have been poured into R&D for this.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks man... I have no idea what Zeiss got for developing the f0.7 ... I doubt it was millions. By their own admission, it is not terribly hard to do (they build f0.1 during WWII already)... it was simply the only game in town when one encountered low light. Today, there is just no market for it.

[@arnoldsxy2395]

Your vibe is so calm and nice without the need of exaggerate also content full of interesting information, I watched the full episode in one sit, keep going!

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Kevin.... will try but need to feed babies

[@sayatakhmetov9503]

i fall in love on this voice actor, amazing video, propably the most high end video on KZbin

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Sayat... it is nice when ones work gets to the people who love it.

[@adamouellette5971]

Your content is genuinely professional and just the right level of technical. Its amazing. Love every video.

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks a lot Adam... I am glad that there a people like you and that we share a passion!!!

[@adamouellette5971]

Want a mavo LF because of you!!

[@adamouellette5971]

@@MediaDivision and thanks! Watching this channel is many times more interesting to me than cable TV 😅☺️

[@MediaDivision]

@Adam Ouellette Our pleasure Adam. While the LF is an interesting camera, I think it doesn't matter much these days... all new cameras are just amazing.

[@craigmatthews3651]

@Media Division, I am not in to cameras or lenses but I watched this whole thing from the beginning to the end..... Probably the best production on KZbin I have ever seen.

[@MediaDivision]

Thats very kind to say Roman... thanks a lot. We always try to improve!

[@namesurname5256]

From the second time I got the thing. This channel, this is the highest level of content with single person in frame on KZbin. It's ideal, I think.

[@MediaDivision]

Glad it is for you man... this was a group effort of course... but still, tons of work

[@alex199273]

I keep coming back to this video every now and then to get inspired. I don’t really do video but it translates so well to photo too. ♥️

[@MediaDivision]

Thanks Alex… I'm all for it. It totally does… it's not called "Director of Photography" for no reason ;-)

[@jaysway007]

I accidentally ended up here and quickly found myself unable to leave. Truly fantastic from start to end. Thank you for sharing.

[@MediaDivision]

We are very glad you had that accident... glad you enjoy Joshua!

[@HardcoreMotors]

Your content is beyond anything I've seen so far. Insane value. Thanks a bunch!

[@MediaDivision]

Very glad you enjoy man..... always trying to improve!

[@blu0065]

I know that "The Mission" is supposed to be a test piece, but it gives me chills every time I watch it.

[@MediaDivision]

Great blu.... then the test shows, that this unique lens can be an important ingredient to get an emotional response