MEIKE 16mm T2.2 | The BEST BUDGET Micro Four Thirds CINE LENS

[@StephenBell_video]

What is your go to lens?

[@305unleashedgraphix3]

the Meike cine 16mm and Rokinon Cine 35mm are my go to lens

[@lennydee3433]

@@305unleashedgraphix3 are those any good?

[@StephenBell_video]

@@305unleashedgraphix3 solid combo!

[@TeaJayPhotography]

These MEIKE cine lenses are the continuation of the well regarded VEYDRA cine primes so they should be good! Footage looks great!

[@StephenBell_video]

Indeed and for the price point they are a smart option! Thanks so much

[@mick_d]

I love the Meike 16mm lens. I use it all the time on my GH5S's and Gh6 with my DJI RS3. it is an amazing combo. I mostly use the focus motor to adjust the iris. I probably use this lens more than my other Meike or DZO lenses.

[@BillLivingstone]

Good to know about this lens! I didn’t realize Meike made lenses, I just have some experience with their battery grips and other accessories.

[@StephenBell_video]

Definitely worth looking into! If you have a Lumix or BMPCC cam these little lens are really surprising for the results they deliver. Also they really have a great price point!

[@wojciechkopec9728]

It’s veydra 😜

[@Ggalusha]

Lovely review. I can't wait for the 8mm T2.9 lens they have coming out at the end of this month!

[@StephenBell_video]

Thx friend! That 8mm will be a rocking wide angle 👏👏👏

[@scottycarpproductions758]

Very nice and educational video. Love it! Looking to purchase the 16mm Meike lens soon.

[@StephenBell_video]

Thank you! Hope it helped, it’s a beautiful lens. Stay tuned for an anamorphic review of the Sirui 35mm coming up!

[@coffeeshopcreative9895]

By far the best budget lens for the G9 or GH5

[@StephenBell_video]

Totally agree- and you can balance this on a Ronin SC with a G9!

[@marcebarajas]

Hello from Mexico, could you recommend a lens of this brand for a short film which would be better? 16 or 55 or some other? Thanks in advance

[@StephenBell_video]

Absolutely! If you are shooting on an M43 definitely think about these lens for your project - budget minded and great results- if you are looking for anamorphic take a look at the Sirui 35mm lens for M43 cameras

[@kevinokai]

have you tried this on the Zcam? how did it look? was there vignetting?

[@littlerenzo6941]

I need help I bough the same Len , but did not fit in my black magic 6k , what alder do I need ?

[@ivoliYT]

Looks like good affordable lens.

[@primrosevideo8844]

Is there any advantage to buying just this for BMPCC4K (M4/3) or buying a similar Meike lens + speed booster? like in terms of image quality. thanks. Debating between the Meike 16mm for M4/3 or Meike 35mm

[@StephenBell_video]

Speed boosters are handy, but for any high feature filming, I would suggest shooting native, and these lens are perfect for the BMPCC 4K, once again these lens are PERFECT for that system. And the price point is golden, and you don’t need to worry about speedboosters

[@primrosevideo8844]

@@StephenBell_video thank you for the speedy reply! and you probably saved me 700$ ha ha .

[@eliaslimapro]

Interesting friend, when you adjust the focus on these lenses, for long or short depth of field, are you also fiddling with the diaphragm at the same time? I mean, is it darkening or lightening the image at the same time, or is the diaphragm separate at the bottom of the camera, giving you separate control for each thing, could you talk more about that?

[@jwelihinda]

What a beauty!!!

[@StephenBell_video]

Amen! Can’t wait to see your upcoming lens review!

[@henrik4835]

But can I use this with black magic 4 k to film landscape also and nature. Since Im going to New zeland and want to caputre friends but also the beautiful landscape.

[@Flightrisk00]

Great video, I just received this lens and put it on my G100, my plan is to use this for my channel when doing filming alone. Do you have any tips on set up for this type of shooting with my setup? Most my “alone shots” are of me doing yacht projects. Thanks, and yes I liked and subscribed ;)

[@StephenBell_video]

Thanks so much Carl! Much apprciated- As this lens isn't stabilized I would recommend using the camera on either a tripod, gimbal and glidecam gimbal, that way the footage will look smooth. Its a great lens for golden hour, and I am sure you will get some gorgeous footage on the water!

[@Flightrisk00]

@@StephenBell_video thanks for the tips. I use a MOZA Air 2 gimbal.

[@masaru_Videographer]

Great work！！Nice Lens！！

[@StephenBell_video]

Thanks friend! Such a great value lens

[@huddieentertainment]

GREAT FU**** SHOTS BRO. I JUST GOT THE 16MM CANT WAIT TO USE. WHAT LUT ARE YOU USING? IF YOU DONT MIND ME ASKING . tHANKS SUBBED

[@sergioknuf]

Can you put a slr magic anamorphic adapter?

[@StephenBell_video]

I don't believe so, but I haven't tried that combination before?

[@bernardomachado2842]

Hi have you compared the Meikes vs the rokinon dsx mft lenses??

[@StephenBell_video]

I have used the Rokinon mft lenses a few times and the quality of the optics as well as build quality feels cheap compared to the Meike line. I now use the Meike cine EF lenses which are an incredible lens series for the price

[@marissachabria]

I just purchased the Meike 12mm T/1.2, but I feel the focus ring is actually a bit rough compared to other lenses I have and my footage looks shaky even when I have stabilization on. Did this happen to you too?

[@StephenBell_video]

As these are manual cine lenses without inbody IS you might notice a bit of shake even if the camera body has I. The meike ficus gears are usually pretty smooth- do you have anything caught in it? You might be able to adjust the tension a bit that way

[@craneraaudiovideo]

YES I JUST GOT THE 12MM .. AND ITS SO SHAKY IT SUCKS

[@littlerenzo6941]

@@craneraaudiovideo I just got the 16mm t2 , but does not fit in my camera black magic 6k , why ??

[@marcebarajas]

Hi from México. Could i use this lense for my fujifilm xt30 ? Is it compatible ?o Thanks

[@StephenBell_video]

Greetings from Toronto! You need a Fuji compatible mount - there should be an adapter between Fuji and m4/3

[@marcebarajas]

@@StephenBell_video thanks

[@wojciechkopec9728]

Z cam e2c with 16mm 2.2 here, but really want to try sirui 35mm

[@StephenBell_video]

I have the Sirui on order! Can't wait to try it on the e2-s6 with my mount adapter for M4/3

[@wojciechkopec9728]

@@StephenBell_video i believe you have to crop on s6 don’t think it cover your sensor or I’m wrong, just waiting for 24mm Sirui maybe I manage to order it

[@SoundSpeeding]

Does it cover S35? (such as the JVC LS300 or Z Cam E2 S6)

[@StephenBell_video]

No you would need an adapter mount for the ZCam that allows for MFT lenses to be attached

[@A1Bokeh]

I had this lens didnt keep it long its pretty good has a very clean look just wasnt for me at the time

[@StephenBell_video]

Fair point, it’s a great lens for a variety of reasons and shooters!

[@A1Bokeh]

@@StephenBell_video ya I tend to like more character but this lens has a character of its own lol I could see myself picking some up. Very very well made too

[@StephenBell_video]

@@A1Bokeh the price point is the #1 feature to these cines! Such an appealing price point to videographers

[@gstylz3574]

Can i use this lens on my new blackmagic 4k

[@StephenBell_video]

Absolutely! It’s a perfect match for the BMPCC 4K

[@aabmets]

You said the lens provides 80 degrees of focus throwing, but the official website clearly states that the focus ring rotates 270 degrees.

[@StephenBell_video]

This is indeed true- my apologies

[@deepmeditation2370]

Can this work with bmpcc 6k

[@gattamsohithkumar]

It's a dream lens to me bro

[@StephenBell_video]

Money lens indeed!

[@colinthecameraguy]

Have you considered the GH5s for your Low Light gigs?

[@StephenBell_video]

I didn’t try the Gh5s as I heard it wasn’t too far different from the g9. How do you find it in low light?

[@colinthecameraguy]

@@StephenBell_video ooh no it's a completely different beast from the G9 , with half the pixels and an oversized sensor and duel native ISO (400 & 2500) it's more video based than even the GH5 and way better in low light . Of the three it's the definite video camera whereas the G9 is the photos camera (that can do video) and the GH5 is the true hybrid. The only criticism of the GH5s is that it doesn't have IBIS . . . But neither does the ZCam

[@StephenBell_video]

@@colinthecameraguy I forgot it had dual native ISO! Very nice, for my workflow I use the G9 as my vlog go to and the Zcam for projects and work. 6k and pro res are key on the Zcam, not 100% necessary but definitely a bonus! The g9 is a grand camera as the firmware essentially made it a gh5, minus shooting modes and anamorphic support. Would love to do a review of the Gh5s!

[@THEWATCHERUNIVERSE]

I bought this lens today and on close up is sharper than samyang 16mm t2.2 but on distance is not. Although i have no infinity focus :))) just 5-8 meters

[@dandanu2526]

This lens does photos too?

[@StephenBell_video]

Absolutely! It’s manual adjustment but can definitely give great results with a little bit of work

[@LeeHarris]

I Have the 4K camera and as a photographer use Olympus. I have recently bought Meike lenses for it 16 and 35mm T2.2. I have also been using the MagicCinema app to preview shots. I am getting all sorts of conflicting focal lengths. I assume AND expect the Olympus camera and glass to give correct focal lengths (EM1 and the 12-40 pro lens is my test lens). The 16mm comes up closer to 20mm in the app and compared to OM1 more like 14mm! The 35mm is close to 40mm on the app and 32mm compared to OM1. I assume the app is way off but I suspect the Meike suggested FL is way off as well. Does anybody have similar experiences or know of some place that gives definitive results? Also is there an app that is more accurate?

[@StephenBell_video]

I am not familiar with Olympus cameras per say, but I would say, that most M4/3 cameras like the olympus do tend to exhibit crop ratios depending on focal length. In M4/3 I always say double the focal length for a true result 25 becomes 50, and on super 35 I usually multiple by 1.35X so generally 25mm becomes a 33-35mm etc.

[@LeeHarris]

@@StephenBell_video Hi I have since found out that BM 4k is a 1.9x crop hence the disparity, normal M4/3 is 2 x crop

[@chrisrichtermindset]

do you have nd filter on this lens?

[@StephenBell_video]

I didn’t use while testing it, but I have a moment variable ND for it

[@chrisrichtermindset]

@@StephenBell_video thanks. Does it have vignetting with the 16mm. I heard somewhere it can? Just wanted to be sure before I buy.

[@StephenBell_video]

@@chrisrichtermindset from my tests I haven’t seen any vignetting / it delivers a fantastic result for the price point

[@chrisrichtermindset]

Do you think the SLR magic is better

[@StephenBell_video]

Having used both I feel the better value might be the Meike, as SLR magic is almost double the price and the build quality is similar

[@chrisrichtermindset]

@@StephenBell_video makes sense. Do you think for beginner just wanting to shoot travel/ lifestyle would be good with 16mm or 25mm?

[@HeadlessChickenTO]

If they have one for Canon EF/S/M mount, I'll br all over it. I have the EF 50mm F1.8 but its pretty tight in on my M50 at 85mm equivalent. Even my Vilkor speed booster only brings it back by maybe 12mm.

[@StephenBell_video]

I also wish they had an EF lens option as well! The options for EF cine glass outside of Rokinon series are very expensive

[@HeadlessChickenTO]

@@StephenBell_video Looking more into it, they do have a 25mm F1.8 EFM. That'll fit natively onto my M50 and is just over $100.

[@AjaySingh-228]

nice lens bro

[@StephenBell_video]

Thx Ajay! Definitely worth taking a look at

[@AjaySingh-228]

@@StephenBell_video you are welcome bro

[@chrissoba5104]

Not use for Sony ?

[@StephenBell_video]

It’s a m4/3 lens so sadly no, you would need a Sony E mount version

[@rwootenvideo]

What other lenses would you pair this lens with?

[@StephenBell_video]

Highly recommend the slr magic series for the m4/3 - great build quality and gorgeous glass. A bit more expensive but worth it. On a cheaper side try Rokinon glass

[@kevinokai]

have you tried this on the Zcam? how did it look? was there vignetting?

[@StephenBell_video]

None! I used it with the ZCam E2-S6 MFT plate. Its a solid option for cine lens adaption. Also the price is baller!

[@kevinokai]

@@StephenBell_video thanks! Was wondering if it can cover the s35 senor. Thanks for replying!