Micro Four Thirds Has a Well Kept Secret (Yongnuo 42.5mm f1.7 II vs Panasonic 42.5mm)

Maybe micro four thirds still has a place in our heart? We have a little battle today, we're testing the new Yongnuo 42.5mm f1.7 II autofocus lens on the Olympus EM1 III vs the Panasonic G9 with it's Panasonic 42.5mm f1.7. Can this 3rd party lens keep up? Is it as sharp as the Panasonic? Can it autofocus well?
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[@IsaacWolfOfficial]

I'll have to pick this bad boy up as I just became the accidental owner of one Olympus M1 mark ii 🤣 didn't even know about micro 4/3 until yesterday lol

[@jonuiuc]

Aww damn, unrelated, but it seems like David Thorpe, one of the best m43 KZbinrs passed away last week. He was a good one.

[@arpitkumargahlot]

That was very sad. His reviews were very relaxed and I liked them.

[@lanceevans1689]

Thank you for sharing that. He will be missed. I enjoyed his channel, his personal demeanor, and his thoughts.

[@seangsithorng]

Oh NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

[@MichaelGerrard]

Very sad news :-(

[@rudolfabelin383]

David was absolutely fantastic. I will miss him sorely. His children will have a remembrance episode soon on his channel.

[@CanuckQuest]

Never give up on MFT! I often wonder at what point did the generosity of people like Marcus Pix potentially take Casey too far down the path of Full Frame smugness ? How ironic would it be if the generosity of others could be the cause of Casey to lose his way! Say it will never happen...

[@DIYPackraft]

The Gerald Undone flower... made me spit my coffee!

[@arxoalex]

"Max Toneh" sounds like a superhero

[@ElfTaleFilms]

With ability to separate his prey from the background

[@gepwxaqdfsidsesg1548]

He is a superhero

[@Jupiter2ignite]

Tonehiature😂

[@khengteoh4318]

Toneh Stark

[@PackingLess]

I know nobody cares, but in Chinese its pronounced "Yong-nor". Nor like in Norway. 永Yǒng = forever 诺nuò = promise

[@jeffslade1892]

The why spell it 'Yongnuo' ?

[@PackingLess]

@@jeffslade1892 Chinese is a language that doesnt use the latin alphabet and instead uses characters. There have been a few romanization (writing a languages phonetic sound into latin letters) attempts. The current system is called Pin Yin and was develop by the Chinese government itself so its the current standard. Its spellings often require learning of the phonetics and pronunciation to get the correct sound though. While the original system was called Wade-Giles, and his system used a more english friendly pronunciation without learning the phonetics. Neither system is really perfect though due to the complex nature of Mandarin Chinese. But in that old system it would have been written "Yong No". TL;DR copy and paste 永诺 into google translate and hit the speaker button to hear a native speaker pronounce it and tell me how you would romanise it.

[@jeffslade1892]

@@PackingLess sounds like the chinese should have employed native english speakers when deriving their phonetic romanisation, 'no' and 'nor' do not sound the same at all.

[@PackingLess]

@@jeffslade1892 The Wade-Giles system was developed by two native English speakers from the UK in the mid 19 century. But I guess phoneticizing things changes over time and with different accents and such.

[@jeffslade1892]

@@PackingLess - am am fascinated by the many variations in british and english dialects. We hear another dialect attuned to our own dialect. An example is in the lyrics to Dire Strait's 'Money For Nothing' the words are usually printed as "Hawaiian noises" but both singers are Northumbrian and the words are actually, "Ha'way ya noises".

[@eternalsunshine2458]

I don't know a lot about cameras or lenses but I'm sure watching your videos is helping me absorb some knowledge... your humor alone keeps me watching. Thanks Kasey 💕

[@luispacheco9683]

You are only one board meeting away of 100K!

[@stanvisualseychelles932]

I never miss any of your videos. Keep up the good job 👏

[@arpitkumargahlot]

Thanks for this review! Loved it!

[@ionrage]

With Panasonic white balance, I used a technique on the G80/85 when setting a custom white balance. Instead of setting the white balance against a grey card, get your lighting in your studio sorted out and then use the white balance tool against your face and then let the camera work it out - in the setting custom white balance tool, I found this to be the best way to set white balance against skin tones for the G80/85. Did not need to do any correcting post either when using this technique, hopes this helps.

[@stevehansen266]

For a second there I thought I was actually learning something but then that second passed and I infact learned nothing. I still had a good time.

[@techno_techie2923]

The Olympus colors man... Just good science.

[@vaskoobscura_]

Congratulations on your success you're almost at 100k subs. Love your videos I watch them even if I have no interest in what cameras you're talking about. Wish you all the best.

[@unclejerry486]

Visiting places again, yeaaaay! I like the lens, it's pretty decent for that price. I use the MIR-24M with the G9 and it's roughly 70mm on MFT, it lacks the autofocus though.

[@N0laKevO]

Ahhh the olympus just vibrates my insides. I will most certainly buy that yongnuo lens

[@alfredyb5578]

Im sorry but That sounds oddly sexual😂

[@JacobPrater]

@@alfredyb5578 I agree

[@aengusmacnaughton1375]

Olympus = jaundiced Kasey // Panasonic = Rosacea Kasey

[@DixonLu]

Starting @6:34 the exposure on the Oly seems about 1/2 stop darker. The background foliage is yellower on the Oly, and greener on the Panny, almost seems artificial by comparison.

[@lostpass9817]

If you can't get the Yongnuo in your country you could also try the Xiaoyi 42.5mm f1.8 which is xiaomi's MFT lens, it also has a macro mode and costs $60-$70 USD on Aliexpress

[@Nicdehouwer]

The Pannyboy 42.5 tony 1.7 is the first lens I bought for my BMPCC4K. I love it so much. Needed something wider pretty early though. But my 12-35 f.28 was still underway from china

[@Finite-Tuning]

Quick question: Have you used the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 Lens? I'm looking for a lens that can pretty much just live on my G9. Currently I'm pretty happy with my Panasonic 14 mil but sometimes it just isn't wide enough. I despise fisheye lenses, I really hate that look and I'm not into re-distorting an image to make it appear straight. So fisheye lenses are not an option for me. I know the F4.0-5.6 rating on the Olympus lens won't make it the brightest kid on the block, but it should be bright enough for my little shit show. I record things and stuff, and sometimes I find that I just need a wider view. Soo good choice? Maybe not so good? Anything better for the same or similar monies with auto focus? Cheers 🍻.

[@JimmyBlanco]

I have the first version of this lens, worked great on my GH5 but for some reason the lens does not work at all on the Black Magic Pocket 4k, you can't change the aperture at all

[@jan-hendrikswanepoel3744]

Well done on the KZbinr hobo studio setup and lighting! 🤣 Tight shot 👌

[@jomarcanales]

Funny thing is i dont even own none of these products, im only here for the entertainment lol you funny bro

[@CarlBergsdorf]

Same

[@creativecomputers6060]

I can’t sleep anymore because of your 85 mil eqiv ears 😭

[@minorrhoads5318]

Great ant shots , G9 2.4 update should be available tomorrow some time , but i recon you would know already , great video as 99.9 % always . cheers Casey .

[@thissidetowardscreen4553]

Great review! Now there is a lens in my price range! Now I just need a 1/2 decent Olympus camera!

[@arpitkumargahlot]

Olympus is bringing out a PEN E-P7

[@martinkremercz]

I'm wondering if you will check out new firmware for PanaBoy G9 2.4! There is also new firmware for lenses.

[@MichaelGerrard]

The Olympus 45mm f1.8 is a good choice too...

[@CanuckQuest]

Killer lens

[@evilgeniusentertainment]

Yeah, wish he had tested that instead of the Panny....

[@AlexRamosDrTaz]

It's also smaller than the Pany and the Yongnuo... but less wide and it can't get as close (difference of about 20cm). :)

[@MichaelGerrard]

@@AlexRamosDrTaz the Oly close focussing is about 50cm ☹️ Nothing is perfect. But for Mr CC, he should try it. He should try the Oly 75mm f1.8 too! Vlogging might be tricky but the toneh...! 😉

[@brasilbike3343]

Olá, ela funciona na primeira versão da olympus em5?

[@cameronkrause4712]

I like this one. Good lenses, both of them.

[@nikolaygrishakin4646]

This is a next lens to add to my G85

[@C5drummer]

Deer and duck babies all in one day! How cool was that!!

[@modiartstudio]

Did you update Panasonic G9 with latest 2.4 firmware?

[@Panotaker]

Let us know when they make a wide angle version for that price.

[@jeffslade1892]

You can easily change colour on a Panasonic by selecting another Photostyle, and then you can go in and alter those colours further. If you are using the Standard Photostyle then you probably have the most authentic true to life colour rendition of any camera, which is useful for scientific/technical shots, but not particularly vibrant; if you have dull grey skin, it will show that. It is not so easy to alter the colours on an Olympus, there are less styles available and you can really only alter the saturation.

[@BlakesAquatics]

So ready for the toneh goodness

[@SovietLensReviews]

Panniboi is looking very green outside. Yongnuo looks to have slightly busier tonehature but honestly, pretty good.

[@Spawn666949]

What aperture where these set starting at 6:36? The Panasonic has blurrier background.

[@cameraconspiracies]

Wide open on both.

[@Spawn666949]

@@cameraconspiracies That's weird. It's like comparing fullframe vs crop in terms of background blur when you frame them to be same. Not sure if it's the lens or the body causing it.

[@CallummFilms]

This video looks very good, I like

[@lewiswickline2217]

How do I get the yo on my Sony ?

[@laragwaysailoilo2898]

I'm buying the Olympus EM1mark 3 ..and moonlight lowlight photography.

[@VistarCreative]

Damn you Kasey! I bought it and can’t afford to buy another lens right now!! 😂

[@subliminallyinc]

you should talk about the YI 42.5 F1.8 lens WITH macro function. a real portrait slayer in m43

[@sbcwinn]

I bought this lens. I love this lens!

[@caiuscosma6614]

congrats for reaching 100000 man! it must be the aliens! :-))))))))

[@AoyagiAichou]

Could you compare it with the Nocticron though, that would be something!

[@codythep]

Kasey! You should go back to doing some M4/3 stuff!! Theres some good options now and these look great tbh

[@codythep]

Side note, these old vlogs look great and are super funny!

[@GoTravelPlanet]

Meanwhile, impatiently waiting for the release of the 9mm 1.7f in 18 days! Great video as usual, fun and informative. Long live MFT

[@parshua]

Both have nervous Bokeh. In my experience, Olympus 45/1.8 is as cheap as Panasonic, and beats both. It's one of those special lenses that render beautifully and you keep photographing things with them to see how they turn out.

[@JasonToddRoberts]

Iv'e been saying toneh in posts. I'm surprised how many people know what it is!

[@harshad_dev]

Hey dear, I started watching almost all of your videos these days and I really like your humor. I wish the best for you. :) I wanted to know your opinion. I want to buy my first mirrorless full-frame camera and lens. I am not experienced with the technical aspect of the camera. My main goal is to record 4k video, studio head talk as well as some travel videos. My budget is max 4000$ (can be more or less Including lens) Can you please reply with your suggestion? Thanks in advance.

[@spamsponge]

The shot under the bridge was great. it has an uncanny greenscreen look to it, combined with the closeup lavalier audio. Sharp whole person againt toneh is cooler than sharp eyes and toneh ears imho.

[@sklba632]

Despite its faults, the mark one is one of my favorites lenses,

[@LifeMyWay007]

Duck You Panasonic, I had to switch to my Deer Smart Phone so I could zoom in... lol

[@AfoteyAnnum]

These videos ALWAYS have me rolling. The beginning made me legit guffaw. Chinese hearts...LMFAOOOOOOOOOOO

[@jean-philippeperetti8463]

Is it my imagination or the Pannyboy's contrast is better? That alone would make me choose it over the Yongnuo.

[@sebastiaanvanwater]

Colors better with the Panny lens. Colors reach their zenith with the e-m1 mark iii

[@Greggie_D]

Yes that would make a great t-shirt!

[@jay4627]

Now this is good content

[@SteveWB]

Had to set that camera across the room...lol

[@TimeCodeMechanics]

I love these lenses.

[@raedchen1]

85mm fullframe 1.8 bokeh is okay. if you want to have that 5.6 look, do it. i like to use fullframe with lens wide open. i shoot at night with 0.95 or use an 1.8 for greenscreen, so that background folds are blurred away.

[@DesiringGodMore]

is it compatible with the panasonic g7?

[@cameraconspiracies]

Yes.

[@noxtrom]

I like better the color rendition of your face with Panasonic than the Sony. With the Sony, lights part of your face have a greenish hue. With Panasonic looks more natural, with Olympus looks good too. Is there a click when adjusting the aperture on the lens? I cancelled the order because a video showed some clicking on the aperture...

[@nerdMike]

Time to test new Lumix G9 2.4 Firmwate update about AF :)

[@matteiflex]

Hey, what's up with your room lighting? Its gone Blue and pink! You know what I'm talking about. Nice toneh back there btw.

[@billyjunks]

OMD needs to make a proper effort to get their products video performance up to speed, 8-bit only in $2000 body is underwhelming

[@tricamel]

Did you do a real review ... nice one :) Good lens for the money. Preferred the Olympus to the Pana. BTW: Nuthatch not a Robin

[@GPadugan]

If you think that's good, check out the Panny Leica Noct 42.5 F1.2. That lens made me sell my FF gear and go whole hog with MFT. Which was a gateway drug to the PL 50-200.

[@cameraconspiracies]

Heavier than the Sony 85mm f1.8 lol.

[@nakinaki7991]

That backround is the best backround of your entire video backrounds !

[@82dirtydozen]

Bro your hair is filling in nice 👍🏼

[@enlightenedmystery9019]

Full frame in its abilities.

[@skyrunr]

You could totally pull off a Photography Conspiracies channel. You could have monthly photo contests, and the winning photo (not the best) would end up on the back of a pony boi t-shirt.

[@arpitkumargahlot]

I think satirical photography content series on this channel would be awesome as well! But Kasey is free to do what makes him happy. It is his channel after all.

[@patrickgamble9014]

Hi Thanks for the video - I recently started on Micro 4/3 cameras but a couple of years back when I was into canon EF-s cameras I bought a new Yongnuo 35 mm lens that - even till this day - I would rate the worst camera Lens I ever bought and being once bitten I am very weary of anything from Yongnuo but if I ever see one of these lenses go cheap - real cheap - I'll give them a second thought

[@kenbest7660]

A decent cheaper auto focus lens for m43. A good review. And you made it so much more cinematic by taking us to the place where homeless people pee.

[@ayushsinha3665]

Hi, I heard that you help people with camera questions. So I have decided to upgrade from my canon 200d but I am confused about which camera to buy my use case is shooting low-budget short films for youtube, some paid work and some street photography so I need a hybrid camera with good autofocus and ibis because I do all these things alone and I don't have a gimbal or stabilizer. I came across a few cameras 1. Fuji xt4 I heard a lot of good review about its colors but main features such as autofocus and ibis is not that good 2. Panasonic s5 had a great ibis but autofocus was terrible 3. Sony a7c was a good option but the ibis was terrible and it shot 8 bit and sony a7siii is way above my budget. I have also heard rumors about a7iv but I don't know when it's going to be released. And I don't like canon or Nikon So can you please suggest to me any camera (if full frame it would be better)under 2000? Thank you and I love watching your videos!!!

[@theiansm]

hahaha. I just bought that YN lens. I actually got it less than $100.

[@matej1769]

you man, you are funny! seriously.

[@keith2599]

The Panasonic is defo better quality but the nuogoughrlouuo is still really good quality with a slight brighter look to it to boot, Overall the nuogoughrlouuo is worth its price tag...Great video as always dude and really enjoyed the test and your banter....LoL..

[@fepethepenguin8287]

The Eyeball Chart is real

[@techno_techie2923]

This video is the shit. Love it so much.

[@brianmckeever5280]

Christopher Frost has nothing to worry about so far ;-)

[@bartwaggoner2000]

Carson Lightningflowers!

[@catnamestaken]

Cool

[@nathandavis5099]

I'm feeling like the Yongnuo is more comparable to the Oly 45 1.8 in specs and price. Longer minimum focal distance and no IS. The Pana wins on both counts.

[@CASMANWHAT]

Shower me with Toneh means showering me with love.

[@rudolfabelin383]

For me Toneh is more like a late Satuday night, everything is blurry........

[@kennygo8300]

What we are learning is that Panny won't get you on the side of the frame when Oly will get you in the center.

[@aengusmacnaughton1375]

You have the Panasonic 42.5mm, f1.7 -- which looked to work great on the Olympus -- and it costs half, or less, of what the Yongnuo cost, and it definitely is a little sharper wide open -- so why would you keep the Yongnuo???

[@cameraconspiracies]

It's 3 times the cost of the Yongnuo and it's not my lens.

[@aengusmacnaughton1375]

@@cameraconspiracies ??? Unless I misheard you, I thought that you said early in the video that the Panny lens is 1/3rd of the cost of the Yongnuo lens -- though you are right, it's the other way around (I have the Panny 42.5mm for my G85 (G85 rocks!) -- got it used on eBay for $150 -- works great). I must be confused because I live in the US.... :-)

[@zacharybennett3249]

The pani did you wrong in the outro. Straight up looked like a greenscreen the way it cut you out lol

[@H4KUN4M3N03D3L]

The Yongnuo seems pretty badly misaligned. It’s almost like a tilt shift lens with the far right background in focus and the left background out of focus.

[@OneDegreeLife]

Panny Boy does have Power O.I.S. in the price difference though.

[@2cats1guy]

Panny is sharper but I like the colours of the Oly better. More editable. EDIT: they seem to switch with colours and focus in different situations. Weird but I think I’d go for the Oly.

[@Keeganshero13]

Crouching Canadian black magic dragon

[@_shreyash_anand]

Yongnuo looks to have better transmission. Looks brighter

[@VGASM]

Wow, you look healthy here

[@_Sisyphus]

The Yongnuo makes it look like someone frosted your hair redish-brown!

[@Jupiter2ignite]

Yongnuo is a tad softer, your skin looks a tiny bit yellow but other than that, the yongnuo looks pretty damn good on the Olympus. But what do I know I'm just a "photographer"

[@MENMProd]

Ho I filmed a family of duck too ! ( when I was testing the BMPCC4K ) coming soon on my youtube channel .. lol

[@radialbladeworks6183]

Lol uh, my man, I’m never gonna be able to buy a panasonic camera now, knowing I would be joining the pantyboi fam 😂

[@Red35Photography]

I love that yongnuo lens when I tested it. You should try mark 1. You will love it

[@jul1anuhd]

The Paniboy is a bit sharper. My opinion isn't that important, because I'm here about 40cm away infront of my 48 inch 4K TV.

[@TeaJayPhotography]

You get what you pay for. The Pany Boy looks way better!