Tested: Fujinon's 18-55mm Cinema Lens

Joey tests and reviews the Fujinon MK 18-55 zoom lens, which is notable for its price as a entry-level cine lens. Using it on a variety of location shoots and Tested productions, Joey demonstrates how professional cinema lenses operate and perform differently than still photography lenses for video, and why you would want to use one on your camera.
Find this lens at: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1321239-REG/fujinon_fujinon_mk18_55mm_t2_9_lens.html/BI/19960/KBID/13109
Shot and edited by Joey Fameli
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[@amorembalming]

I think Joey is a much more engaging presenter than many full time professional presenters on you tube. I'd like to see more of him.

[@startazz]

Yep he gets my vote too.

[@wody21]

exactly! huge thumbs up for him...

[@3djooboy]

amen, fantastic information

[@fitbmx7744]

I am a photographer, and am moving slowly into a little video work. I have always wondered what the difference was between still and cinema lens, but I never gotten around to researching it. So thanks for the wonderfully done explanation! Outstanding work.

[@202TheRocker]

Joey, I loved this! I would love to see you on the podcast or in a separate video talking about how you film people making and your thoughts behind the production of the tested videos. It is amazing how good you are at "faking" a multi-cam shoot!

[@anthonyyoung2428]

Hearing these gear walkthroughs from Joey is awesome. I learn a huge amount with every video. Thanks Joey!

[@shishirsubba713]

Glad I found this channel and subscribed... very easy to understand with straight to the point and meticulous explanation..

[@toggtlas7099]

Love it! This is what all Tested content should look like!

[@Cinnovations]

I owned one of these in X mount when I shot on fuji, so when I moved to Red, I had to buy two of these (the two ranges) because these lenses perform so well, and my guilty pleasure is the crash zoom in narrative.

[@garageworker]

Dear Tested, please let Joey develop a youtube series about whatever. I'll watch it. Seriouly, this was an awesome video.

[@warmonked]

Love the insight into the production. Little tricks like grabbing multiple focal lengths to imitate a multicamera setup is really neat.

[@jpmagpayoful]

I should have watched this video before I started using one yesterday. My brain scrambled so much trying to figure out the lens when I had to shoot an event with the Fujinon cinelenses.. Amazing information found in this video! Thanks mate!

[@KennyRedux]

This guy deserves his own tv channel. 100/10.

[@shaunmadden545]

This is awesome, I did used to notice the zoom and unfocused for a few seconds but didnt know why that way. Thanks for educating me on this. Keep up the good work Joey.

[@dallasdandigitalproduction393]

Nice vid sir. Always nice to see new gear, and learn about different lenses. Much appreciated

[@MiniGunas]

Fantastic video, Joey! You should do more reviews.

[@reelsportrd]

I like seeing Joey talk about camera gear. I'd love to see more vidro from him!!

[@frodobaggins629]

I actually learned something about the difference between cinema and photo camera's and lenses, thank you!

[@JedTreeman]

Joey, can you do a video on the camera setups and rigs you use for shooting? You know hand grips, shoulder mounts, follow focuses, matte boxes etc. Maybe even talk about your sound setup too?

[@BenWhittle]

The auto generated subtitles are surprisingly accurate for once with this video, neat.

[@nyambe]

Very good assessment of Gear. Unlike popular claim, not every piece of gear has to do everything and be for everyone. It is important to get the feedback from people who actually use the gear, no just a youtuber in a room somewhere. Both points of views complete the picture.

[@SimplestUsername]

Great review! You truly did a fine job articulating the differences between cinema glass and photography glass. However it may have been worth while specifying that the target audience for this glass is professional and prosumer content creators.

[@johnleeclair]

This should be titled "Why Do I Need a Cinema Lens?" So much great info I wasn't even expecting!

[@christopherthorkon3997]

Wow you did a great job with this review. Very technical but very well taught. Learned a lot today!

[@Hawklier]

Great work man! I'm a small time videographer swamped by the range of lenses on offer and how I can improve my production. Thanks for the info!

[@altfarthwind]

He presented it very well, i guess he has some experience in front of a camera too. If not, that's impressive.

[@vidfolio]

Joey, question, did you find the focusring to turn heavy? I have this lens and while I love it, the focusring could turn a lot smoothe and lighter in my opinion. Just wondering what your thoughts are on this?

[@EpictheEpicest]

Cool lens, it's like an upgraded version of the classic Fujinon 18-55mm TV lens for the CCD Mini-DV cameras.

[@grandCurator]

Always enjoy these Joey videos about camera gear as a video person myself. Wish I could afford these kinds of things :v

[@RustyRoulette]

Yay Joey!

[@timdagraca8294]

Hey there! Do you recommend the MKX 18-55mm or 50-135mm for a first cine lens? I have a 35mm already as well as an 80mm. Thoughts? This review has me leaning to the 18-55 but that 50-135 is wonderful and I feel gives a more cinematic look.

[@johnalexander2349]

I mean, Norm and Simone are entertaining, but in the end, they're just amateurs fucking around with things they have no clue about. The amount we learn from pros discussing a subject they know well and are passionate about is extraordinary! Thank you.

[@djokawari1]

I quite liked the Neistat/vlog style in the beginning of this video.

[@MrChief101]

Good show. Techie stuff well explained. Nice in-use shots.

[@NachoTV]

so a camcorder would be better for someone on a budget?

[@maxmoynihan906]

This was such a great video! Thank you and keep it up!

[@schizzlschnitzl]

Where can i watch the video with Sean and Jeremy? Is it premium only?

[@martynkentfrancis]

Hi Joey, thanks for the great tech videos you are producing. Could you add some detail to your future videos on computer (pc and mac) specs you recommend for professional video editing, as running programs like davinci and premier can be resource heavy and also whether you think spending money on a high end dedicated video card is necessary. Many thanks

[@JackCliffordWilliams]

Nice video Joey! 😀

[@Photographicelements]

Have you considered using the Sony 18-110mm zoom lens? It's a versatile lens, as well sharp and "cinematic." Might be a better option than the Canon for the FS5.

[@superbmediacontentcreator]

Guess I am just so accustomed to the crossover that I never thought so clearly about this. Good presentation and explanation. This said this lens adds depth to your work which has been lacking. The Sony hasn't changed that as I didn't notice any difference, perhaps keep working your lighting though this stand up looks great. Keep the lens, your work looks better for it!

[@edupuertasfruns]

Super interesting!!

[@StefsEngineering]

Excellent review, thanks!

[@Jerbod2]

Very VERY informative video, thanks!

[@dilfill]

Great video! thanks for making it!

[@MDommell]

Bonus points for Joey driving stick.

[@antcar06]

very informative, thanks !

[@jamesowen8446]

Wow, learned a lot about cinema lenses!

[@AmrasNenmacil313]

you should do the Sony 18-110 F4 (the kitlens of the FS7M2). That lens is alsof parfocal with the Fs5.

[@RC-1290]

That was very interesting, and well presented :D.

[@RileyRichard]

Would you mind sharing which lens you used to shoot this video?

[@LindsayDaly]

I love these videos! I do video but admittedly am more of an editor so my camera knowledge is a little lacking. I've never done anything so intense that I've needed a T stop but it's always cool to see what some of these lenses can do....even if I'll never afford one lol

[@c2aus319]

love. sold. subscribed

[@AUTOSARTID]

Compares to DZOFilm who's better?

[@rmeddy]

This lens had me breathing heavily when it was announced, I would like to try it out on a smaller camera like the BMPCC, to see what it's like.

[@MilkD2]

The only real difference is that the BMPCC is a 2x crop sensor, so the focal range will be around 26-75 (quick math don't hold me to it). You might also have a slightly sharper overall image, as the centre of the image circle tends to be sharper than the edges, especially when wide open. My personal recommendation would be to use it with a Metabones speed booster, you will regain use of the full image circle and gain 1 1/3 stop in the process, bringing this lens to like a t2.

[@vizualizefilmsllc6225]

Hi, I have the BMPCC 4k (micro 4/3rds) is this lens compatible with my camera?

[@BampFilm]

Expected a little more from tested. This lens has a “Cine” designation which is really a marketing term, this lens can not be used on anything other than Sony video cameras, it has its own backfocus adjustment which is why it also features a macro function and as such is closer to a B4 mount television lens. “All still lenses are varifocal” what are you talking about? Arri made a S16 varifocal zoom lens which has multiple coloured distance scales for those variable focal lengths, still lenses are not varifocal lenses, at all, they have a single focus scale and most still zoom lenses hold focus through the range, I’m talking £200 sigma/tamron 17-50 lenses hold focus through the range but like most you didn’t mention backfocus and it’s importance to a zoom lens holding focus during a zoom or even to a prime lens hitting infinity. I take it you’re using a metabones adapter for the FS5? Pick up the Sigma MC-11, it has the correct FFD spacing and if by magic a vast majority of your stills lenses will now hold focus through the range which is all the parfocal designation means, it’s simply a measurement of how much the FFD changes during a zoom, + or - 5 microns and it’s out. You can probably have Adam make a custom shim to get your metabones adapter to line up, Adam Roberts of Barbill has a tutorial on his website. T stops are light transmission “compensated” F stops (ASC manual), F stops are absolutes but are mathematical formulas, T stops are based on light transmission but are not rated in Lux as that would be odd.

[@Anthillwaller]

What cinema camera are you using

[@quesocat42069]

whats the bits of adam show? I can't find it.

[@TMM6900]

what lens/ focal length did u used for this video?

[@TheBigTiny]

Nice one!

[@cjvrenas]

what shoulder rig is he using near the end of the video?

[@RDBeerman]

Looks like a bare FS7 (II) with the stock arm extension to me.

[@EpictheEpicest]

He says it and it's pictured at 14:01. The brand is "SHAPE", and it's not a full rig, just an extension arm with the stock remote control handle mounted on it. The Fs5 comes with a stock extension arm that doesn't cost extra, it just requires a screwdriver to adjust, whereas the SHAPE arm does not. The thing that looks like a shoulder rig is a backpack.

[@PharoahsKingdom]

Did they ever make an X-Mount version of the lens?

[@reptilian_overlord]

Yes

[@robertmazurek904]

guys, it's a support screw, not zoom ring knob :D

[@TheJo13425]

I am starting to get into photography myself, can someone recommend me a good camera for me to use, for under £400?

[@_Stupid_Idiot]

Wolfy sony NEX

[@raymondrahner]

Oh hey, a 4K camera and 4K compatible lens but 1080 video LOL.... It would at least be nice if you linked us with some 4K test footage to see? Also keep in mind that most sony cameras like the FS5 do have the clear image zoom up to 1.6x or 1.8x I believe. That matched with the S35 sensor should give you a pretty good range added to the 18-55 range :)

[@looku4883]

This Fujinon zoom keeps focus regardless of the zoom movement such as the ENG zoom on TV camcorders. Designed for S35 or APS sensors and not Full Frame sensors, this zoom is too priced to be used in DSLRs or MirrorLess cameras with a value of 1k to 3k! Each one has his own criteria for what it can spend. Or you have professional movie cameras because that's your job or you're going to record wedding videos at a very high price to justify this investment! ...

[@henryjiang9664]

And lens with a German or French name is going to cost your kidney.

[@MoonWalkerTexsRanger]

hahaha true that

[@m_a_p]

By "ENG-style" you refer to a one man crew, right? Like what some indie documentary makers call "run and gun"?

[@JimmySlaughter]

ENG-style refers to a lens that you typically see on TV news cameras. They have the macro ring, but also a hand grip, which contains a zoom and iris servo. I'm surprised that this "zoom" lens did not have such a grip, especially since it's meant to be mounted on a Sony FS5 or FS7, where remote lens control is possible.

[@m_a_p]

Thanks!

[@Bunjamin27]

TESTED literally cannot do enough product/tech/photo gears reviews. I enjoy them so much! HOWEVER... can you maybe review SOMETHING the average Joe can afford? For fucks sakes, guys.. not everyone gets free lenses from B&H... :/

[@tektechnician]

Do you want them to review coffee for you instead?

[@DavidVonRiesen]

For cinema lenses, that is pretty cheap.

[@Bunjamin27]

I know this, thanks - it's still fucking expensive. Perhaps eventually they'll review some non-cinema lenses or other things that are perhaps affordable without corporate sponsorship and free stuff from B&H ;)

[@pe8er8]

I don't agree. He's doing reviews from his perspective as a professional shooter. And actually that's a decent price for a quality cinema lense. I'm going to take one for a ride. And here's a tip. A quality lense will last you for years and thru many camera systems. Good shooters often have a carefully collected hoard of good glass that they protect like gold.

[@DavidVonRiesen]

Precisely!

[@Nobody-tu5wt]

Wow pretty good cine lensfor that money,no or very little breathing,parfocal and has a fucking MACRO MODE for close focus,small,lightweight,usable on a zhiyun crane 3 i guess,has a really small focus throw for fellow DYI'ers,produces pretty nice colours and sharp enough and only 3800 dolars.Im impressed

[@tjleclair6736]

20 seconds in and I get a double ad?...ok KZbin

[@هاتفوحاسوب]

wow

[@jaidenanimations7198]

Hey

[@dyrectorycom]

coo!

[@datsquazz]

But does it have stabilization and autofocus? :^)

[@fa.h.]

Want, but expensive. There exists so much stuff in the world that I want, but I dont have much money :/

[@begobogo2583]

Fabian H. Money sucks

[@MacoveiVlad]

Aside form the price the highlights seem strange to me. It reminds me of video quality in movies form the `90s. I don't know it is due to more dynamic range or less (i presume less) but it is unpleasant for me. It has a metalic quality if that makes sense. And maybe there are some chromatic aberrations on the highlight. The Canon lens looks more natural in my opinion. Regarding the price i heard that second hand cine lenses can be found for $2000-$3000 in the US and if this things are so serviceable i don't see why not pay $3000 for a lens that was $10000 new instead of paying $4000 for the "cheap" version.

[@lucasmedina3916]

mom?

[@CivilGuy]

I'm sorry but I don't think that image quality fully justifies the price

[@GijsvanBruggen]

My kit lens is also 18-55mm, so also a cinematic lens? :P

[@smashedupface]

first ?

[@zwete]

Maybe not have a canon L lens as a example on how still lenses are less rugged.

[@mostynhooper2966]

memes

[@jarrettbullion1545]

What do you mean affordable. You don't use that term on a 4,000 dollar lens

[@JedTreeman]

jret bullion $4,000 Is affordable for a cine zoom lens when some of them run up to $35,000.

[@ghosthead2008]

Everything this thing does, can be done with almost any adjustable lens. This thing just makes it easier. But, for $3,800? I'll stick with the "cheap" stuff.

[@needlessoptions]

my name jeff

[@toggtlas7099]

From the Overwatch team?

[@needlessoptions]

no, don't be silly, Togg

[@tobiashove2904]

FIRST :S

[@sendformilo620]

"Affordable alternative" It's nearly 4 grand haha jeeezzzzaaasss

[@lukeweaverjet2]

first please :)

[@DummyAccount]

At least dust it off a little before you show closeups of the lens' body D:

[@anthonyyoung2428]

ಠ╭╮ಠ

[@anthonyyoung2428]

Super pointless comment, my dude. Why bother?

[@orangerecords_studio]

why you test in on a pretty much usless sony fs7 camera ? does not say anything .

[@erikfenner]

Good video but please do not drive distracted. It is a poor studio anyway and not worth risking others lives.

[@happy543210]

probably built with polycarbonate lenses instead of real glass.

[@MikkoPaakkola]

Thumbs down for the completely unnecessary distracted driving segment. Do NOT shoot video of yourself while driving. It is dangerous, idiotic and in many places illegal.

[@srenkaas4654]

Notification squad where are you at?

[@KornelFlint]

way too much talking, and no particularly helpful conclusion

[@kannanokannanokannan]

very informative! thanks!!