The Lens Nikon Won't let Sigma Make? | TTArtisan 75mm f2 for Nikon Zf

[@nathangourde162]

It's 1am I can't sleep and my girlfriend is sleeping next to me so I watched this with no sound. Still one of if not the best lens review videos I've watched since my getting into photography a couple months ago, and to be clear, I have watched a ton of lens/camera reviews. Truly well-made storytelling without dragging on too much. Subbed to a youtuber for the first time in years. Great video Jack. When I first clicked I thought other comments were ai but I understand now.

[@BokehTherapy]

The other comments made you think they were AI generated - such high praise lol! Welcome to the channel Nathan, and glad to hear you’re into photography! I think it is the best hobby in the world. Let me know if there are any questions you have I can help answer in future videos

[@juliette-mansour]

Hi Jack, I always appreciate your stories and your historical accounts. TTArtisan is killing it these days. I shot a set of Sigma lenses with my Fuji X-H2S and to be honest, I didn't care for the contrast or character, not to mention the CA, at least with the ones I shot with. I have one TTArtisan lens. It's a 23mm f/1.4 manual, it's sharp, has great vintage character and I love it on my X-E2. I would definitely consider it for Z mount. Great video as always!

[@BokehTherapy]

Amazing how far TTArtisan have come from their manual focus only days. I might have some of their newer manual focus glass coming in for review later in the year. Thanks for watching Juliette!

[@marcp.1752]

Have the TTA 23/1.4 silver-black on my X-E2. Sadly, there is (much) field curvative, before F8. But a fine lens, like it much. Own it since release via Aliexpress, preordered it back then.

[@julian.torres]

dude this video script, editing, delivery and overall quality is insane, kudos!

[@BokehTherapy]

Wow thank you Julian! Doing my best to find a new angle to discuss a product that may be of interest to lots of people. More to come soon!

[@GBO76]

Too late here, but will buy tomorrow. Exactly what I was expected for my ZF.

[@BokehTherapy]

Lots of people were waiting for a lens like this!

[@Remote-Animator]

I would prefer more f2 lenses like this as opposed to the 1.4s Nikon are releasing as a way to make even more compact lenses to compliment the 40mm on my zf. This looks like a great option!

[@BokehTherapy]

Yes, waiting for that SE line of primes to be expanded any day now. This is a great option at a rather unbelievable price

[@robin9339]

I love the 20mm vitrox too~! very compact and very useful focal length. complement 40mm perfectly.

[@BokehTherapy]

Mmm haven’t tried the 20mm yet - great focal length for photo/video. Thanks for the tip!

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

if you want small then just get Samyang/Rokinon 75/1.8 -- it's smaller and lighter and just $79 more. I suspect Samyang is also better optically.

[@robin9339]

@@ElementaryWatson-123 but no Nikon z mount yup

[@EricWier]

Thanks for the video! The lens looks quite nice. The talk about directors and their preferred focal length is a fascinating one. It is something I never put much thought too, as I have not done much video work. But I really like the idea of how purposeful focal length choice can be to get the desired atmosphere and feeling. Having just rewatched Alien again recently, I realize that the tight focal length and associated compression really did a lot to emphasize the claustrophobia and terror of being on a utilitarian space craft while being hunted by a unknowable xenomorph. The lens choice was just one more element, along with things like set design, script, and actors that created such a classic film.

[@BokehTherapy]

Thanks Eric! Films are more accessible than old school photographs and shape our visual diet way more than any thing else. I'm growing to really like either extreme, either wider at 28 or tighter at >100mm. Your shots have made me take a really close look at that 105mm f2.8 S... the lens VR would really help with my hand held B-roll

[@EricWier]

@@BokehTherapy Yeah films have really done a lot to shape culture, and I have recently started to focus more on how film makers achieve the look in different scenes. I will start to think more about the focal length now too, as that play a big part in the final result. It is also always fun to see when directors are using old vintage lens in their films too :D I have really come to love the 105mm f2.8S. It was the first lens I got in the Z system, as I knew it would be good for the macro stuff I like to do. With that said, I have really come to enjoy the focal length for more general photography too. It works well for picking out subjects in street shooting, but is flexible in that it allows for really nice portraits and then the macro work it was designed for. Nikon puts it on sale pretty often too, putting it below $1000, which surprises me due to the quality.

[@BokehTherapy]

The 105mm looks so good it might (temporarily) derail my plans for the Plena! Decisions decisions

[@EricWier]

@@BokehTherapy this is a good situation to be in, as both are great :D

[@monsurepik]

Tony was my all time favourite movie director. His films were always such a ride and the aesthetic that he developed over the years (often badly imitated) was beautiful. Man On Fire is probably peak Tony Scott. I also love the often forgotten Spy Game 👌

[@BokehTherapy]

A fellow Tony Scott fan! I didn’t know half my favourite movies were directed by him til he passed. Time for a Spy game rewatch I think

[@monsurepik]

@@BokehTherapy Definitely!

[@notplayedgamesreviews8276]

Tony Scott made, in my opinion, the best Quentin Tarantino movie in True Romance. The scene between Dennis Hopper and Chris Walken is in my top 5 of all time. Agree Spy Game is an underrated gem. I'd out the very different Last Boy Scout in that same catagory.

[@monsurepik]

@@notplayedgamesreviews8276 True Romance is very good ❤️

[@BusNerdz]

Immediately ordered a copy. I shoot film on a Nikon FE and a got the ZF this year with 75mm and 40mm manual Voigtlander Z lenses for my art, and the 40mm SE AF. I rent the 85mm S AF lens when i do the occasional portrait work for clients for the higher hit rate that comes with AF but I don't like the look of 85mm as much and have been wishing for an AF 75 with aperture ring. I prefer the vintage look and i own a Helios 44 specifically to get the swirly bokeh in some situations, so it sounds like the TTArtisans lens will be perfect for my occasional client work consistent with the look of my more arty shots 🤞 Thank you for the thoughtful review interwoven with some interesting history!

[@BokehTherapy]

This sounds perfect for your use case - congrats on the purchase! z mount is finally getting some love, hope more manufacturers make lenses dedicated to the look and feel of the Zf (including Nikon themselves!). Thanks for watching!

[@mjr333]

Another great research piece, Jack! I learned something new and interesting in each video you do. 😊

[@BokehTherapy]

Thanks so much - glad the planning is coming through in the final video. Hope you’re well!

[@janromo9753]

Thanks for the love to the 75mm. Great vid jack.

[@BokehTherapy]

Thank you, lovely to hear from you as always!

[@davemil716]

This is a lens I have been waiting for! I have the APS-C bodies (z50 & Z30). I have been wanting a FF85 or 100 that would match up to the Nikon 40mm. I think this is the lens! Thanks for your review, you channel is one of my favorites on YT!

[@BokehTherapy]

It's the perfect form factor alongside the Nikon 40mm - hope you have a blast shooting with it. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@SamBugas]

So good, Jack! Love the various narratives you built up in such a short time. Great video structure, and Im thoroughly interested in the TTArtisan 75mm. Cheers

[@BokehTherapy]

Thanks Sam not sure if I am overthinking the planning for each video but it’s fun interweaving the stories! This is a great lens at an unbelievable price point.

[@colingerard7863]

'Man On Fire' is my favourite film by Tony Scott.

[@BokehTherapy]

Yes! Great film!!

[@aaronofra]

Jack, I came across your channel, and I am thoroughly enjoying your videos, subscriber gained my friend! I've been sitting with my D850 for some time now, and Nikon Zf is the mirrorless jump I've been wanting for a while now for more personal work, and as you said in another video. Something to shoot with for fun. It'll be a toss up between the Zf or the Z6III ... though leaning heavily towards the Zf. Of course the change in mount size, means new glass and your review of this 75mm is very informative. Sold sold sold! Thanks for the content.

[@BokehTherapy]

Hello - mirrorless is a big move, congrats in advance! If you can get used to the Zf’s ergonomics the camera is a joy to use. The Z6III is my workhorse but it is a set it and forget it shooting experience. Let me know what you go with!

[@MarcoMarfia]

Finally! Thank you for the review! This af lens seems like a great budget short tele to pair with the ZF, light and compact. It might sit well next to my z 40mm f2 se and z 28mm f2 se to complete a nice trio set up. I might use this and sell the z 50mm f1.8 s for portraiture and street, since i find the nikkor a bit too big and heavy on the zf

[@BokehTherapy]

The size is great, so is the IQ and how it handles. I am very impressed! TTArtisan did a great job with this one, glad the video helped with your decision

[@MarcoMarfia]

@BokehTherapy yes thank you! I'm no pro and I think this lens would suit better my needs of a light and compact short tele plus adding an aperture ring which is great for the ZF. I couldn't find the exact dimensions online, only the weight at approx 340g. How does it compare to the z 50mm f1.8 s length wise? Can you confirm it has 62mm filter thread? That would be great since I can use same goers i have for the z 50mm f1.8 s.

[@BokehTherapy]

Yes it has a 62mm front filter thread. The front of the lens extends to the white dot on the tip of the 50mm f1.8S lens barrel? It’s about a 1 cm shorter and a fair bit skinnier

[@MarcoMarfia]

@BokehTherapy thank you! I paused your first frame from the video with lenses next to each other. Yes it does look shorter and thinner. It might be approx 76mm long compared to the 86mm of the 50mm s and the 99mm of the 85mm s

[@BokehTherapy]

Happy to help! I did freeze frame that side by side comparison for a few seconds longer but not long enough apparently lol. It's very compact, and the weight feels balanced in hand, and on the Zf

[@gchristopherklug]

I love those DG DN lenses for my Lumix but I love my Zf so much more than the Lumix camera. You are a man after my own heart, sir.

[@BokehTherapy]

Lumix make great cameras! But yes something about the Zf, and it’s not just the fact it looks retro. More than the sum of its parts!

[@gchristopherklug]

@@BokehTherapy there’s a way it makes you think about the shot

[@marcp.1752]

Yes, if *only* Sigma would release these "i-Series" DG DN lenses for Nikon Z, so perfect on the Zf with their classic looks & lens design. So nowadays, you do have two choices, if you own a Zf - 1) Get a Techart AF ultraslim adapter, and use these E mount lenses on your Nikon Zf or 2) wait, until TTArtisans would (hopefully) take their chance and release into the future a series of primes for Nikon Z, into the exakt same design as the new 75mm F2.

[@BokehTherapy]

I have plenty of native Z mount lenses for the time being - not enough to shoot with them all lol

[@gchristopherklug]

@@BokehTherapy I ordered the Artisan 75 off of your video. I can’t wait!

[@ezekielkokspeaks]

I've never really linked movie n photography in terms of pov until your video. Awesome! Sticking to my 40mm for now. Street photography for life!

[@BokehTherapy]

Haha I connect everything back to street photography - happy shooting!

[@ezekielkokspeaks]

@@BokehTherapy keep posting videos coz you do it so much better than I do

[@BokehTherapy]

Thanks so much - you’ve been a big support right from the start of the channel! Keep creating, never know what comes next

[@acediego6319]

Thank you for all the thoughtful photography videos. Have you ever used ND/Polarize/Mist filters? If so, what are your thoughts?

[@BokehTherapy]

I quite like 1/8 strength mist filters from Tiffen - pretty affordable and look nice at night. I don’t shoot much landscape work so have less use for ND and Polarisers. Nisi make some great options though? Thanks for watching!

[@DirkMenker]

Hey Jack, what a find! I ordered it before the video was over 😂. Love your style.

[@BokehTherapy]

Amazing - let me know once it arrives! Great fit for the Zf

[@Drehirth]

if you had to choose between this lens and the 85mm 1.8s for a prime which would it be? As a fun walk around short telephoto and portrait lens on the Zf?

[@BokehTherapy]

I have the 85mm f1.8S so I don’t need this one for my telephoto work? It is the lens many Zf shooters are waiting for with the aperture ring and retro design. The price difference makes the comparison a moot point for most buyers I think. Which one are you considering?

[@Drehirth]

@@BokehTherapy I am considering the 85mm and plan to rent it soon to try it. I'm looking for a prime in this focal range (I only have the 40mm f2 right now and would like something to complement it). I like the idea of having an S-line lens and don't mind spending more, but this also looks like an interesting option. How long have you had your s line lenses compared to the fuji lenses you say failed due to the aperture ring?

[@BokehTherapy]

I have owned Fuji lenses for much longer (5 years) than S primes (1 year) so can’t attest to long term build quality. If you don’t mind the weight I think the 85mm f1.8S is worth it. It’s not as “fun” or lightweight as this 75mm but worth it for the right job or shot

[@Drehirth]

@@BokehTherapy I just tried the 85 today. It's one thing to look at the specs and think "wow this lens is more than twice as big and heavy compared to the 40mm", but then to use it and realize "This feels very comfortable still." I think i'll wait a bit and spend the extra money for the 85mm. I appreciate your responses though, I was really close to buying this on an impulse XD

[@BokehTherapy]

If you have the budget for it the 85mm f1.8 S is the superior lens. I don’t mind heavier glass if it saves me work in post. I am even looking at the 135mm plena for travel! Haha glad to help

[@atxrich]

Another great video. Have you considered using the Megadap adapter to adapt Sony primes to Nikon z mount? Could be a compromise until the preferred Z mount lenses arrive from either Nikon or 3rd party.

[@BokehTherapy]

I have considered it, but this lens costs less than that adapter! Hopefully the wait is almost over

[@ronboe6325]

For me it''s kinda like moving from stick shift to automatic; f stop ring or not - I just use the tool at the time as it was intended without thinking much about it (save for the fact I'm a bit amazed how my stick skills just kick in no mater how long its been). I like retro looking camera's, don't own one - maybe some day. :meh: It's cool we have choices though.

[@BokehTherapy]

An aperture ring is quicker for changing on the fly, but I prefer lenses without one these days - less likely to bump and change my settings. More choice is great though!

[@gabeperez3854]

Great video. I'd love to see the 75mm f/2 in L mount

[@BokehTherapy]

I’d love to see that too! The Panasonic bodies don’t get enough love. Thanks for watching!

[@gabeperez3854]

​@@BokehTherapy you're welcome and yes L mount doesn't get enough love.

[@RustyRoj]

Awsome. I’ve been hoping for this focal length from Nikon and this looks to be a perfect compromise

[@BokehTherapy]

More options for Z mount are great! Finally manufacturers are responding to the demand. Thanks for watching!

[@RustyRoj]

@@BokehTherapy yes especially in this more budget pricing range for those of us that want to experiment without investing thousands

[@BokehTherapy]

New focal lengths to test out too!

[@notplayedgamesreviews8276]

10 days from order to delivery, which actually includes 2 weekends. Can't complain about that, especially as there ended up being no extra imports fees or taxes. Took it out for a bit of a play today for the first time and already feeling some love for it. Feels like a ridiculous bargain.

[@BokehTherapy]

Oh great to hear you didn’t get slapped with customs fees. It is one of the best value lenses I have tested all year - happy shooting!

[@michaelherskovitz4203]

Very helpful and insightful video. I was interested in this lens and this was quite useful. I was intrigued by the sheet you briefly showed that listed directors and focal lengths preferred. Could you post the entire list, it’s quite interesting.

[@BokehTherapy]

It’s from Wolfcrow - great resource for budding film makers: wolfcrow.com/the-focal-lengths-and-lenses-used-by-great-directors/ thanks for watching!

[@notplayedgamesreviews8276]

Great video. Not sure I actually need a 75mm but I absolutely need a couple of lenses that look like they fit the style of my Nikon zf. Clicked on the link, placed an order (came out to about £137 with free shipping to the UK) which is an absolute bargain, even if I don't use it everyday. I have a slight concern about delivery timescales as it's coming from China, and it'll be interesting to see what the import fees and taxes will be... hopefully not too onerous.

[@BokehTherapy]

TTArtisan ships to Australia within a week or so, granted we are closer than the UK! Can’t believe how spoilt for third party lenses we are across the board and now they are catering to Nikon shooters too. Let me know when your copy arrives?

[@MarcoMarfia]

@notplayedgamesreviews8276 I'm considering importing it too, but to Italy. I too have same concerns about how long it will take to be delivered and how much the customs duties will be. In TTARTISAN website they say 7 to 10 days eta.

[@BokehTherapy]

Hopefully import fee isn’t too much more than the lens? Thankfully the lens is budget friendly compared to other options.

[@notplayedgamesreviews8276]

@@MarcoMarfia I recently tried buying from Aliexpress for the first time (a Viltrox 20mm for Nikon Z) and it took about 8 days to arrive. The difference was that taxes and duties were organised as part of the checkout process. I'll drop a message here once I receive it to let you know what the extra costs were.

[@MarcoMarfia]

@notplayedgamesreviews8276 thanks! At the end I made the purchase from Pergear store and I paid only 154 euros with free shipping, great price. It takes 5-8 working days. I could pay in euros and through PayPal so that's a big bonus. The store says there are no extra import duties to pay and that of the checkout is the final price. I'll see how it goes. Can't wait to receive the lens and test it on my ZF. Hopefully it will complete my compact lightweight setup next to the 28mm and 40mm.

[@umpalumpas5076]

awesome review, would you think it will be faster than 85mm 1.8g via ftz ?

[@BokehTherapy]

Mmm I haven’t used the FTZ adapter? It’s about as fast as any of the S primes I have tried for street photography. Have you tried the 35mm or 50mm f1.8 S?

[@umpalumpas5076]

@@BokehTherapy unfortunately I have not, but looking to replace my 85 1.8g for dog portraits and a bit of movement.

[@DirkMenker]

Hi Jack, as you asked me to do, I just wanted to confirm that the TT Artisan 75mm f2 just had arrived in the German Countryside. It was sent from China and cost me 22 $ for customs.

[@BokehTherapy]

Thanks for the update! Glad it arrived, customs is the norm for Germany? Happy shooting!

[@DirkMenker]

@@BokehTherapy from China? Yes.

[@khronokraze]

Great video. Makes me reconsider one lens for my Zf. I have a Voigtlander 50mm f1 Nokton. I wanted it for that special look at f1. But, it makes the Zf a heavy ass beast. And, I also need the SmallRig grip, too, to make good grip with that setup. I can't imagine that lens paired with any other camera system that has a better focus assist to have the best chance to manually focus at f1. Question is: will the weight inhibit me to want to carry it with me and use it enough? I was thinking about that new Nikkor Z 50mm f1.4 as a potential replacement. Not as fast. But, f1.4 is still pretty good. I may wait and hope they do a SE version of that some day tor a better aesthetic Zf match. As for favorite Tony Scott movie... I can't deny I've watch Top Gun more times than I can count. But, I also can easily leave True Romance and Crimson Tide playing on my tv, too.

[@BokehTherapy]

The Nokton f1! I haven’t tried the new 50mm f1.4, thinking of hunting down a vintage f mount one in Tokyo next time. Time for a Crimson Tide rewatch too!

[@klic6799]

Thanks for this video Jack, do you think this lens will be released in L Mount?

[@BokehTherapy]

TTArtisan eventually releases their lenses in most mounts but E and Z mount first time time. L mount users already have Sigma glass thankfully

[@beyondtime19]

Hey Jack, any plans to do comparison video between A7CR and ZF? Keep up the great work!

[@BokehTherapy]

Great idea - will add that topic to the list. Thanks for watching!

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

why? those cameras are so different nobody tries to decide between them

[@BokehTherapy]

@USGrant21st I think Sony users who want a retro style body but don’t want to switch systems? A7C line is as retro as Sony goes

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

@@BokehTherapy A7Cr is a high resolution camera that sacrificed everything for sticking that sensor into a small body. Zf is a large body camera with low resolution sensor, with some sacrifices to offer that retro style. What do they have in common? -- almost nothing.

[@BokehTherapy]

You’re right but it is for some reason two cameras people (including me!) have gravitated towards. Time to figure out why!

[@ChaosKamiKaze]

So you have the A7CR and a Nikon ZF, exactly the 2 cameras I'm looking at. I can't quite make the decision, I found a 7CR at around 2k + taxes and the zf at around 1600, both used of course. I see that the price is already close enough that I am really considering getting the 7CR. A bit of context, I do have an a7c but I've been mostly shooting on Fujis, I just like how controls are on Fujis. instinctively it just feels more at home. BUT the autofocus has been getting to me a little recently. Kinda want to try full frame again, of course I'd sell the A7C if i do get the 7CR or the ZF. I've just not been a fan of the colors coming out of the A7C, PS I'm not good at editing. Is there a noticeable difference in color? Is the ibis better on 1 or the other? How close is the autofocus? How much does the 61MP matter in general? Thanks if you give me some input. Sorry that this has nothing to do with the video here and it being so long winded.

[@BokehTherapy]

IBIS is about the same on the A7CR and Zf. Low light is better on the Zf but it’s lower res? The auto WB is a lot better on the A7Cr than older Sony cameras but the Zf colors are a bit more true to life. The Zf is a lot more fun to shoot with even though it’s quite big and heavy. It’s the one I use 90% of the time. Try both out in person if you can? Ergonomics make or break the Zf for a lot of people

[@ChaosKamiKaze]

​ @BokehTherapy Hmmm I've tried the zf at a store but they don't have grip on it so it's hard to tell. There were a few quirks on it that kinda bothered me vs Fuji, like how they don't just have Auto on each of the dials, the C, T, etc. confused me. The 1 thing I know would kinda bother me on the a7cr is the lack of joystick for focus. Every time i go back to the a7c I forget that it's not there.

[@brubecktime]

​@@ChaosKamiKaze In case it helps you: I am a long term Fuji user EX-1, X-Pro 1 and 2, GFX 50R, etc. I was between the Nikon ZF and the Sony A7CII while starting from scratch on a new system. I ordered both bodies through Amazon and tested them while still on the the 2 week probation period. I come from boxy cameras and I feel the ZF is not as bad as people report online. Please note that I use their primes or M mount adapted lenses so no experience with long zooms or teles. If you have any affinity towards manual old glass, I believe the ZF is a clear winner. You can adapt a lot of lenses to Z mount, and if you use a 6bit adapter you will end up having all perks for manual focusing. The body is not small but it feels well built. It is more fun for me to shoot and as a Lightroom / PS user I found the experience editing closer to what I was used to with Fuji. Sony files had more detail but there were more difficult for me to grade. I missed the joystick on both but you can set up the ZF to make primary / secondary AF methods as explained in this video. Finally, I have big hands. The A7CII or in the same way the A7CR only felt comfy to me while adding a SmallRig bottom plate. Not the end of the world but it makes the camera have a similar size/weight than a ZF. I ended up keeping the ZF for the proximity to my Fuji experience, the easy while editing (Neutral and BNW profiles are a great start), mechanical shutter up to 1/8000 and its viewfinder (Even while being more confortable with an offset one). If I ever end up using a Sony body, I feel it will be one having full mechanical shutter and up to 1/8000/ Same as suggested by @BokehTherapy, my recommendation would be to try them both in person. Both are clearly amazing cameras, just a metter of taste and usecase.

[@ChaosKamiKaze]

@@brubecktime AH. I missed the part where it doesn't have a joystick too.. man that's a pain in the ass. True... the mechanical shutter is another factor I missed too. I'll look more into it. The only thing with sony is just there are so many glasses on the used market which is great.

[@BokehTherapy]

I hope the next gen of A7C will have two card slots and a quieter shutter. Other than that I really like the current form factor. I can’t help but gravitate towards cameras with more tactile user experience, and Sony cameras are a set it and forget it one button experience. Great for pro work, not as much fun. Let me know what you go with, I might make a video on this topic

[@steveoreohk]

Hi Jack, thanks for the nice vid again. Do you try megadap etz21 pro to plug sigma dg dn prime to ZF ? I wonder how would it performs in Nikon cam without the native Sony in camera correction.

[@BokehTherapy]

I haven’t tried it no! There are more native options for Z mount coming out so looking to test those out first. Thanks for watching!

[@zakerylewis]

Dude I don’t care about this lens at all, I’m just here for the subplots. Excellent storytelling.

[@BokehTherapy]

Haha thanks so much! Most people are the other way around

[@alainmonnens]

There, of course, is the possibility of using the Sigma F2 E-mount lenses on the Nikon Zf, through the Megadap or Techart Sony E - Nikon Z autofocus adapters. Not yet tried it myself but tempting though there is the lack of weather resistance.

[@BokehTherapy]

I haven’t taken the plunge myself, that adapter costs more than this TTartisan lens! Thanks for watching!

[@alainmonnens]

@@BokehTherapy Of course, there is also the price but you can then use your lenses you already have from Sony on your Nikon.

[@BokehTherapy]

Yes it’s expensive being in multiple systems! I shoot Sony for video and Nikon/Leica for stills. Wish I could consolidate down to one

[@alainmonnens]

@@BokehTherapy I have tried to limit my set and sold a lot of Leica equipment and replaced it with the Nikon Zf, with 5 prime lenses. The only Leica I have kept is the Q2. But for the last few weeks I've been looking at the SL2 again, given that they are competitively priced at the moment, even new. And I miss this camera in combination with the Q2 because the files are so nice to work with. Although these from the Nikon Zf are also great but, and I know it's overkill, it would be nice to have these 47MP images. Why is our brain playing that game 😉

[@BokehTherapy]

And now the Q3 43mm has leaked! More decisions haha

[@jorgepinogarciadelasbayonas]

I still think Voigtländer lenses look like the perfect match for a Zf. They are really retro style.

[@Drehirth]

I wish they brought their f mount lenses to a mount, it would be great without needing the adapter

[@jorgepinogarciadelasbayonas]

@@Drehirth Voigtländer lenses are available in native Z-Mount. No adapter needed.

[@BokehTherapy]

Love voigtlander! Not in the same price bracket unfortunately and manual focus only. More Z mount options please!

[@yourtallness]

Tried the 58mm f/1.4 on a Zf, severe field curvature.

[@j.sauer.photo_]

Those sigma contemporary lenses are so good. It’s a real shame they aren’t on z mount.

[@BokehTherapy]

Hope it’s just a matter of time - thanks for watching!

[@dezfoto7534]

Spy Game would be my favourite Tony Scott film

[@BokehTherapy]

Another vote for Spy game - time for a rewatch!

[@marcp.1752]

I'd prefer much *more* the exact same TTArtisan lens design - as a 35mm F2 with aperture ring, and metal square lens hood ! I'd buy this directly from TTA! 😍

[@BokehTherapy]

Mmm let’s see if that’s in the works. Depends on how this lens sells I’m sure

[@marcp.1752]

@@BokehTherapy It would sell like hotcakes - if it's 1) the same price range 2) does have decent optics 3) also the same lens design & look, haptics 4) metal barrel, AF, and an aperture ring. ❤

[@BokehTherapy]

35mm is the most popular focal length for this style of shooting - TTArtisan would be smart to listen to your feedback!

[@marcp.1752]

@@BokehTherapy I use to shoot 35mm since the 80's. 2nd fave focal length is 40mm. For my kind of things, i can shoot ca. 80-90% with just 35mm. It's the most universal focal length - for landscape, architecture, even portraits & street, reportage photography. Therefore, 35mm lenses are being quite popular. For the rest, i choose Zooms.

[@gchristopherklug]

You are blowing my mind! Ridley shoots with 75s?

[@BokehTherapy]

Couldn’t believe it when I first read it. Everything on telephoto!

[@zeissiez]

Insane bang for the buck. Thanks for the review

[@BokehTherapy]

No problems - third party glass is amazing these days, and this one is special!

[@enshongmiranda]

Ahh.. TTArtisan's "signature" veiling flaring. A feature in every TTArtisan lens.

[@BokehTherapy]

Yup - hope they improve the coatings over time, but at the price it’s hard to complain too much.

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

looks like my old Nikon lens with fungus 😁

[@enshongmiranda]

@@BokehTherapy That's what I'm hoping for too. I especially liked their 25 and 50mm f2 primes back when I still had a Fujifilm X-E4. I think those two had the best body design with their compactness and really nice manual focus feel. It was the veiling flare that killed them for me. If only they could invest more on coatings and also, stick to a design language.

[@BokehTherapy]

@enshongmiranda I think a startup needs to try lots of things before sticking to what works best. Maybe this will help them figure out the way forward

[@BokehTherapy]

@USGrant21st lol hope you don’t still have it

[@Keso_o]

best at storytelling content creator 🔥🔥 can you share youre manual focus settings on the Zf adopting voiglander lens 🤔

[@BokehTherapy]

Thanks so much! Which settings are you after exactly? I usually shoot in aperture priority, auto ISO, min SS 1/500 and max ISO 32000. Zf is so good at low light

[@Keso_o]

@@BokehTherapy incamera settings menu that are usable for manual lenses 🤔

[@Keso_o]

im currently practicing with a vintage pentax lens takumar 55mm f1.8

[@BokehTherapy]

Have you seen my video on Zf manual focus? kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaiceGmmjqZ5obM

[@anthonystonehouse]

It’s crazy Nikon won’t let Sigma bring their I series to Z mount. Those lenses would really suit the ZF body, more than most of the native lenses. I’m sticking with my A7CR for access to Sigma primes, I’d move to the ZF if I could buy back Sigma lenses.

[@BokehTherapy]

Love Sigma glass - hope it’s just a matter of time but it’s already been so long

[@ElementaryWatson-123]

I tried several Sigma I-series lenses, they are nothing special, rather heavier and more expensive than alternatives. I also tried them on adapter on Nikon and they don't focus well, so perhaps Sigma AF protocols don't play well with Nikon.

[@anthonystonehouse]

@@ElementaryWatson-123 if they made them for Z mount I’d assume they would perform better. I really like the line up, they go from super sharp to full of character and I think the all metal build and retro aesthetics would work really well with the ZF, not to mention having access to the retro control layout - auto focus lenses with aperture rings on the ZF,

[@What_Other_Hobbies]

Unstoppable is a pretty good movie.

[@BokehTherapy]

Quentin Tarantino loves it too!

[@zenphotocraftmedia8326]

What do you think of sirus lens

[@BokehTherapy]

Sirui? Have their 75mm f1.2 in for review, will be in the video over the next couple of weeks. Thanks for watching!

[@MadefromJava]

With each video I'm tempted to go from Sony to Nikon lol I wonder if Nikon's relationship with Tamron will hinder Sigma making full frame lenses for Nikon in the future.

[@BokehTherapy]

I would love the Tamron 20-40 on the Zf. Might be worth waiting for their next retro camera before you jump back in lol

[@MadefromJava]

@@BokehTherapy hopefully an S3 inspired one lol

[@BokehTherapy]

Fingers crossed - I would be all in!

[@kapurar]

As a Nikon shooter, there are a lot of Sigma lenses that I want on my Z8 and I am getting to the point of jumping ship to Sony just to be able to use some of those Sigma lenses.

[@BokehTherapy]

Interesting - I have enough native z mount glass to shoot with but lots of people would feel the same way you do. Hope Sigma and Nikon work it out soon

[@kapurar]

@@BokehTherapy I really want the new Sigma 50mm f/1.2. The Nikon Version although great is much bigger and heavier.

[@BokehTherapy]

Sigma’s 50 f1.2 looks amazing! I love their 85’m f1.4 as well

[@kapurar]

@@BokehTherapy I have the 85mm in F mount. Love it!

[@thekofi1]

Great video.

[@BokehTherapy]

Thanks so much!

[@gchristopherklug]

I starting shooting portraits with 35s because of Deakins

[@BokehTherapy]

Roger Deakins may be the most influential cinematographer for our generation. Such beautiful work, perhaps a topic for a future video

[@gchristopherklug]

@@BokehTherapy Amen

[@cottonbomb8272]

Why not just go for 85 1.8? Many people have 28-75 2.8 already or 24-70

[@BokehTherapy]

There’s a new 85mm f1.8 from 7Artisans too! I guess the form factor matters a lot for new shooters, and a brighter f2 if you opted for the f4 zooms

[@chiftele08]

Haven't Viltrox the exact same lens since a while? What's so special by this TTArtisan Lens?

[@BokehTherapy]

I don’t believe Viltrox have a full frame 75mm f2? Their 75mm f1.2 Pro is for APS-C sensors.

[@chiftele08]

@@BokehTherapy you're right, my fault. APS-C Lens für Nikon DX Z Mount.

[@BokehTherapy]

Nikon will hopefully update their APS-C cameras soon too - take advantage of this amazing Viltrox APS-C lineup

[@chiftele08]

@@BokehTherapy former or current APS-C user are most enthusiast consumer buyers with less money than full frame users. Therefore it would be nice, if Nikon produces the same zoom lenses as in the F Mount timeline. Also open the gate for third party zoom lenses, if nikon don't wish to produce this lens type anymore for DX. We DX users whishs something faster zoom, like 18-35mm 1,8 or 16-55 2,8 as the legendary professional lens, or 16-85 2,8- 5,6. And so on.

[@BokehTherapy]

More options are always good - Sigma make some great APS-C lenses

[@jumopellicano]

Dud, you rule

[@BokehTherapy]

Thanks so much!

[@trulsdirio]

Let's be honest here, Nikon is not nearly as bad as Canon on third party lenses. They keep Sigma out, true, but Canon kept everyone out until recently and still only let's Sigma in with a very limited range of APS-C lenses. They really aren't even close to being the same.

[@BokehTherapy]

You’re right, Nikon has Tamron! But yes they actually sued Sigma, whereas Canon’s litigation against companies like Viltrox is a little more behind the scenes. Neither are great, more options please!

[@bublt4me]

Meh, 65mm is about the longest I'd go for standard. 75mm is definitely in the short telelphoto area, so Sigma still has a chance.

[@BokehTherapy]

If only that Sigma 65mm is natively available in Z mount - hopefully some day soon

[@AR-vf7vg]

This one compared to the long awaited GM f1.4 75mm is, unfortunately, total crapp. (But the wait is not over. Same for the GM f1.2 28mm)

[@BokehTherapy]

Do you mean 85mm f1.4 GM ii? Costs over ten times more than this lens lol. Z mount shooters don't have as many options compared to E-mount unfortunately. Thanks for watching!

[@AR-vf7vg]

@@BokehTherapy 'You got it'. (Allthough no I did not mean 85mm.) It was black humor. But they are two hypothetical lenses I'm convinced would earn Sony immense estime and gratitude from many professional photographers. BTW..: Hasn't Nikon now the absolute upper hand, regarding adaptability of almost any lenses, including every single ever e-mount - via adapters (because of their thinner bodies and larger mount) ?

[@BokehTherapy]

Yes I believe Z mount is the future! I don’t like adapting lenses if I can avoid it but there are some great autofocus adapters out there. E mount has been and will continue to be great so lots of work to catch up