Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 CF Review | MOST VERSATILE LENS FOR SONY a7III a7RIII a7RIV a9 a7SII

[@JasonVong]

In your opinion, what's the most versatile prime lens? Ever since I picked up the Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF in Hong Kong two months ago, it's been my go-to lens for pretty much everything: KZbin, Wedding, Food, Travel, etc. Prior to this purchasing decision, I debated about getting the Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 again - a lens that I regret selling a few years ago. I wanted the lens again for KZbin Talking Head Style vlogs because the f/1.4 is incredibly helpful for blurring out the distractions in the background. And it was the focal length I was more fond of over the 50mm at the time. But I held off on it when I heard that 40mm was coming and wanted to see how different it is despite being almost too similar in focal lengths. To my surprise, I love the 40mm A LOT. The Close Focusing capability really gives this lens the edge in versatility. I can shoot wide without worry about any sort of distortion. I can shoot tight to get marco-ish shots on details that I want the viewers to focus on. Sure, it's not f/1.4 but I'm hardly ever a 1.4 shooter nowadays and I much value the smaller form factors when it comes to gear since I'm on-the-go often. Without making this post too long, I dive deeper into comparing the Batis 40mm with the Zeiss 55mm in my latest video seen above! In it, I also talk about the update that corrected the issue that the Batis 40mm had. Ver.02 Firmware for Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF: geni.us/iZBC2O Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF Amazon geni.us/8LT9K | BH geni.us/5dRe Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 Amazon geni.us/wZ1fWR | BH geni.us/zfXmP Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 Amazon geni.us/jX8A | BH geni.us/rr6eBaC Zeiss 35mm f/2.8 Amazon geni.us/uAt7 | BH geni.us/XU7YLHx Music from Epidemic Sound (Free 30-Day Trial!) share.epidemicsound.com/qcLCB

[@JasonVong]

@@itzhakira5022 I'd make a video talking more about that setup... IF I CAN BUY ONE!!!!

[@kdavis99]

I'd rather stick with my 35mm f/1.4 Sigma Art

[@JasonVong]

@@kdavis99 how you liking it?

[@JasonVong]

@@itzhakira5022 Even in Japan, it's OOS. And it's also surprisingly more expensive...

[@kdavis99]

@@JasonVong It's awesome! I've used it more often than I expected to. Super sharp, focuses fast, versatile. I've used it for indoor low light events, group portraits, editorial/fashion/environmental portraits, street photos. I'm kind of anti-50mm. It's too "ordinary". 35mm just gives that awesome fashion/editorial look, and I'll slap on an 85mm for more classic portrait work where I want the bokeh look - engagement/couples/maternity shoots.

[@mrjwhite]

55mm Zeiss is my all around favorite prime lens due to a combination of size, sharpness and speed. If I had to chose one prime lens to use forever, more than likely it would be the 55.

[@JasonVong]

It's so tiny! So easy to pack. It's definitely a must have for any 50 loves

[@revolutionimagesmedia7789]

Same here. Fantastic lens!!!

[@Yoshiki.Kishinuma]

I own the Zeiss 55mm f/1.8, and it is the best lens I've ever owned. I wouldn't trade it for any other lens

[@SilatShooter]

I have both of these lenses and the Batis 40mm has become my preferred lens. It always on my body. Love it!

[@bobsykes]

I owned the Sony/Zeiss 55/1.8 and then bought the Sony/Zeiss 50/1.4, and the 1.4 is an astonishing lens. I don't like how much larger and heavier it is, but is produces images with that magical quality of the best lenses of all time. Three dimensional images, micro-contrast, and beautiful color and contrast that rivals a Hasselblad medium format system. Try one, and you'll probably carry that heavy, big thing around with you as your number one lens.

[@johnp515]

Or just carry a Hasselblad for the same weight

[@williamng7747]

Hi there, just to let you know that I loved all your videos. Thanks for all your effort. A quick question, will you recommend this Batis 40mm over the Sony 35 f1.8?

[@WaheedAkhtarWahid]

Outdoor: Batis 85mm is my all time fav prime lens, my go to for portraits + floral photography (always helped me to achieve that wallpaper looks) + nature where I have to focus one subject. Indoor: Batis 85mm and Sigma 105mm F2.8 for product shoots.

[@commane21]

Got the Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2. It's all manual, but it focuses very close and also lets in all that light! Love it beyond words ... but it's obviously not for everyone and for all purposes.

[@apexyao8931]

Watched ur batis 85mm, bought it. Watched ur batis 18mm, also bought it. Now I’m watching this batis 40mm 🙈

[@loudandclearmedia]

No Love for the 50mm 1.4 Sony/Zeiss Planar? My favorite E-mount lens by a country mile....and 2nd would be the 16-35mm GM.

[@4Dcruz]

Thanks for pointing out that update. I was outdated on the body and 40CF... AF runs much smoother now

[@JasonVong]

glad this helped!

[@romayojr]

jason low key keeps the clear plastic wraps on all his furniture in order to keep them “new” 😂

[@JasonVong]

Gotta maintain their re-sale value

[@madphotographer762]

Parents of my childhood friend did this. Also they lived in a shed out the back of their house, even had a kitchen in it. Their home was used for display!! They were Itailian.

[@javier001974]

I bought the 40mm 2 months ago following his recommendation in a video few months back and I can’t honestly say that’s one of the best lenses that you can buy for the Sony system right now in the near future I will be adding the 24mm f1.4 and 85mm (not sure yet which one) that would be my perfect prime combo and I don’t think I need anything else on primes for this system , personally I rather this como than the classic 35mm - 55mm - 85mm.

[@GuitarRJP]

Javier, if I buy this 40mm f2 I will have exactly what you mention. I have the Sony 24mm f1.4 gm and the 85mm 1.8 gm already and both are awesome. This will be the "thing in the middle" I have been trying to decide on!

[@nicklievre7180]

Love the direction your going in. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Straight and to the point.

[@clixt984]

Now that the FE 35mm 1.8 is out, which one would you pick? The Batis 40mm or the FE 35mm?

[@mougabo]

that is the question...... depends on budget and if you need weather sealing

[@MaxwellStarr]

I'd go with the 55mm 1.8 since I already have one in my bag and don't want to spend 1700$ Canadian on a 40mm lens..

[@cj64films]

I’d prob still choose the Zeiss 55mm F1.8 because of its size & compression & because it would still keep my a6300 setup compact

[@dbs_jd]

You should see the Zeiss 24mm f/1.8. It's an awesome lens for the Sony mirrorless cameras. I like the 55mm f/1.8 more on a Full Frame than on an APS-C.

[@gaborhorvath8338]

no question, 55 f 1.8 - if you are traveling , the size and the weight is one of the most important rules :)

[@zareh21]

Hey Jason, I’m looking into picking up the A7 IV to shoot photos/video of my newborn as she grows up. Would you recommend the 40mm Batis? Or and other specific lens?

[@stephenjohnson7399]

...have always felt a 50mm/55mm is too tight for environmental portraits, normal POV, city or street. The 40mm is much more relaxed frame. The Batis 2/40 has the beautiful Zeiss look, is fast enough, and handles well all day. The close focus is really a must have. My other walking around prime is the Batis 1.8/85. Don't need a 50mm.

[@ArkitectFitness]

I primarily shoot with the Batis 25mm (picked that up after watching your video comparing it to the 24mm GM), but I recently got a used 55mm for $600. I think the 55mm is better than the 25mm in just about every way. It has faster autofocus, it's sharper, and it just has some additional "wow" factor. I'm not sure if the 40mm makes sense for me now because I can cover most of the ground I need between the 25-55. Looking at maybe the 85mm next, but having a hard time finding one used.

[@JasonVong]

Interesting! I didn't think the 55 was that much faster considering it's any older lens. You probably don't need the 40mm unless you want the close focusing. 25 + 85mm is a great combo as well!

[@ragnaroker85]

did some family portraits for a friend last summer had my zeiss 35mm f1/4, ziess 55mm f/1.8, and G 90mm f2.8. I ended up just using the 55 the whole time we'd do a couple of test shoots with each lens and the 55 gave the best/most desired results every time. Its the lens I use the most. I rarely swap lens unless I need something specific. Great review

[@johnp515]

Every photo is specific. It’s pretty obvious that a 90mm is not suitable for a family portrait, then again if you want a single head shot then the 90 will be more suitable than the 55

[@ragnaroker85]

@@johnp515 I was also doing some headshots during the shoot, and my friend ended up just cropping a photo shot with the 55mm for his linkedin. I get asked to do family portriats and headshot together a lot. Also think I'm just not in love with the my 90 macro anymore which is probably why I mentioned it.

[@tktkwei]

I use Canon 40mm F2.8 with adaptor on my Sony body now. Super cheap combo and it’s sharp! I know the Batis is F2 but I am ok with giving up some light and pay $1000 less. I used to have that Sony 55mm F1.8, but just feel that it’s a bit too narrow of view for everyday shooting when you want some context in a photo. Those portraits shots gets boring in a while with 55mm. But I have to say the 55mm F1.8 produce awesome IQ.

[@JasonVong]

The canon 40 was one of my faves when I used it back in the day

[@pnwdanny]

Right now I have the batis 135, 25 and Tamron 28-75 and of which have a 67mm filter thread. Feels so good to just have to buy one of each type of filter

[@JasonVong]

same! Trying to go all 67mm but dammit Batis 18mm with its 77mm!

[@pnwdanny]

@@JasonVong Hopefully the upcoming tamron lens is as good as the 28-75. Holding out for that and if it's not a good value I gotta bite the bullet and get the batis 18

[@AndreasJoachimLins]

To keep a long story short: I own the FE 35mm 1.4, the Batis 40mm 2.0 and the FE 50mm 1.4 and: my favorite lens to go is the Batis 2/40CF just because of the weight and CF option. The 35mm and 50mm F1.4 have awesome bokeh - but they are bulky and often too heavy to carry them around a long shooting day. The 2/40CF is a no-brainer as long as you dont need the F1.4 for available light situations or the better bokeh. On my flickr account you will see all lenses (and some more) mentioned above - so decide by yourself whats best. www.flickr.com/photos/ajlphotograph/

[@JasonVong]

Dude it's like we are brothers! Exactly how I feel

[@TereWild]

HELLO! would you choose this lens instead the Sigma 35mm 1.4?

[@getmygrubon]

Hi @jason, how has this view changed now that you've tried the new Sony 35mm 1.8 with a very similar minimal focusing distance and bigger aperture? Thanks for your feedback. PS: I have similar regrets when selling my 55 1.8 in favor of a smaller kit when getting the batis 85.

[@FarEastSurvival]

Have you tested the Sony RX1RII with its 35mm F/2 Carl Zeiss Lens? It provides 0.2m macro shots and the IQ is pretty incredible. You can now buy this camera used in shops in Hong Kong for $1750 USD. I would say the lens alone should be worth more than $1000. Pair that with the 45Mbps sensor where you can punch it as much as you want. It's an awesome kit. It's not for video but for incredible for shooting street, portraits and food photos.

[@JasonVong]

I hear a lot of good things about it from a lot of people! I might do a comparison of it with the upcoming Zeiss camera when it comes out!

[@pakzakiabdul]

Finally, new video! Been waiting for it haha!

[@JasonVong]

Appreciate the early watch!! :D

[@ArkitectFitness]

I feel like I've already seen this exact video?

[@JasonVong]

KZbin had some issue playing this video to a majority of the viewers when this was first uploaded so I decided to pull it and waited til now to reupload. I didn't want to upload it at the same time as the Ver 3.0 Update Video

[@ArkitectFitness]

Was there an audio/video sync issue? I've had a bunch of people comment on my latest upload saying that the audio is out of sync, but it looks fine to me and the original file is correct.

[@JasonVong]

@@ArkitectFitness It just showed "Video Unavailable" to a lot of people. For those who could watch it at the time, there wasn't any issue with the sync

[@HeroShotz]

Totally seen this video like 4 times lol

[@oriomenoni7651]

Same here! I thought I had hallucinations! haha

[@LuisGabrielPhotography]

You should clarify that lenses don't cause facial distortions based on focal lenght. If is the distance to subject what causes this which of course with a shorter focal range you normally get closer to fill the frame. For tighter headshots I prefer 135mm

[@nm429]

I was just thinking to get batis40 by selling 55-1.8, thanks for the comparison. And welcome to Japan;)

[@nickdrives_]

Batis 40mm vs. 35mm GM?

[@Jerryhze0129]

Team 24/55! 24 cropped to apsc has a good reproduction ratio too for food shots (but obviously not the level of B40 cropped to apsc)

[@martincabrerajr]

"That kinda hurted" - Jason V 😂

[@mrjwhite]

Would you chose this over the 35mm 1.8 Sony? I'm kinda torn :/

[@Jaibytes]

if you need an wide lense, what do you use, an batis 25mm zeiss, 35mm zeiss, 18mm zeiss, 40mm zeiss.. who is better considering balance between them?

[@leeb8815]

Jason I look forward to your videos! Love your work and reviews. I’ve bought gear on your recommendations. Can’t wait for the Japan cinematic vlog! 😁

[@JasonVong]

we are wrapping up the shoot here! gonna start putting all the clips together!!

[@kunaltewari8059]

Great video. Btw how’s your experience so far with the Batis 85mm f1.8. I am asking since your last update on same I bought one for myself and am sooooo happy about the purchase 😉

[@JasonVong]

Planning on making a comparison soon. I'm meeting up with a fellow creator this weekend with a Sony 85mm to do a shoot out!!

[@kunaltewari8059]

Oh I am so excited to see that video 😊👏😊👏😊

[@ShawnLor]

How the eye AF tracking? Reviews are saying the 40mm is bad even with the updated firmware, is that true?

[@warayutsingnoo3571]

Do you get the Batis 85 yet? Looking forward for your review of it.

[@JasonVong]

I have not

[@Fededrums25]

Hello Jason, very good option with that 40mm! Currently I only have the 55mm sony and I am about to buy the tamron 28-75 or the sony 24-105. As for primes, I had thought of selling the 55 and buy the 35 1.4 of rokinon AF and plus the 85 (rokinon 1.4 or sony 1.8), you think the decision of the change is right? The primes may be conditioned to the purchase of one of the zoom not? Regards!

[@Carbonisation]

I’m about to get the Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8. Would you also recommend this Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 lens? I’m considering selling my Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 for the Batis 40mm. 55mm is too much for my street photography, and I want the close minimum focus. How do they compare in image quality? The price is what bothers me the most, as I’ll have to sell the 55mm and buy the other. Can’t get an used one in Denmark, so I’ll have to buy a new or used through eBay.

[@JasonVong]

I do recommend the 40

[@guidoserrano2629]

Would you recommend the Batis line against GM for video?

[@seattlegrrlie]

I have both the 55mm Ziess which I love love love and the 35mm 1.4 which I... meh. Don't hate, kinda don't really like. It's not a bad lens but I'm not happy with it. So maybe I get the 40mm? Who I kid? We all know I'm gonna do it

[@ericcecil6817]

They really seem like different enough tools to own and use both for different needs. I have the 55mm but want to add the 40mm for food and beverage. I'm curious how the 40mm aperture will handle auto focus in video going from close to wide.

[@beback27]

Hi Jason, i consider picking zeiss batis 40 vs 25mm. In term of photo quality, which one should i buy? Can you give me some advice?

[@MarkFisch]

I still need to buy the a6400

[@stefanol9272]

It depends the job and what for. And if I had to do videos absolutely the 40 mm. The 40 mm focal length comes from the cinema world !

[@johnp515]

Aah, I remember when you could have that little spot behind Chureito Pagoda to yourself. Now it’s like Shibuya Crossing for photographers.

[@jonathanellis5811]

Does anyone know if that close focusing issue has been patched yet? Jason makes it sound like the lens is still losing some light when close-focusing, and F2 is already kinda pushing it for me :/ I don’t wanna trade my 2.8 zoom lens for a close-focusing lens that stops down to 2.5 when close-focusing.

[@christianlainesse4281]

which one grabs focus the fastest?

[@Sam-kw9wd]

i hit like before even watching the full video. lol thanks for bringing us great fresh contents.

[@JasonVong]

appreciate the love and support!

[@mixxinmel]

55.mm 1.8. I love 💘 the rendering of portraits and Street photography

[@GilbertTV]

im interested to see what the new Samyang/rokinon 45mm is going to be like... ? for that all round prime lens...

[@JoshMusicandVideos]

the update also fixed some things regarding AF since it was kinda crap before now it's on my camera almost all the time 🙂

[@JasonVong]

Atta boy

[@Carbonisation]

When you use the “dope af display”, do you choose a certain focus distance like infinity or something like 3,5 meters, or do you choose a range of focus distances? What do you choose, if you want everything in focus, from front to back? I never understood this, and I want to take the advantage of manual focus in landscape photographt with especially the Batis 18mm to get everything in focus. I’m also a new Sony user, so which settings helps with manual focus? I probably won’t use it that much lenses like the 40mm and 55mm, but I probably will with the 18mm.

[@JasonVong]

Usually when you want everything in focus, you twist it to infinity for landscape / Astro. Still use the focus magnifier to ensure its in focus though.

[@johnp515]

Jason Vong You do NOT focus on infinity if you want as much as possible in focus from front to back in a landscape photo

[@KIMMIEnFLORIDA]

"It kind of hurted" LOL

[@RM-hy4so]

Have you tried the Sigma Art 40 mm 1.4. I hear it’s considered one of the best lenses made, even beating out the 55 mm 1.4 Zeiss Otus. Unfortunately it’s really huge, but the images are superlative. Does size play into your decision too?

[@LuisGabrielPhotography]

I'm doing a shoot for a video on Tuesday with the sigma... It is insane how good this lens is. It is huge but like you found out, it matches or beats the mighty Otus.

[@heavensentanomaly]

Can we use this lens for astrophotography?

[@najeebbadalandabad8351]

if this lens came out earlier i would have gotten it instead of my zeiss 35 f2.8 and recently got the 85 f1.8 and since thats a good paring i am like ugh but i am also thinking about switching the zeiss 35 for the tamron 28-75 f2.8

[@JasonVong]

Tamron 28-75mm + 85mm is a great combo! Shot my whole Cuba video with those two lenses.

[@najeebbadalandabad8351]

@@JasonVong i know right?! if only i bought the tamron from the start and then the 85 it would be clutch. oh well

[@nicholassmith7723]

Hey Jason, I have the A7III with the Sony 85mm 1.8 and the Tamron 28-75mm. I literally just picked up the Sigma Art 35mm, so I'm still in the return window. Would you recommend the Batis 40mm over the Sigma Art 35?

[@nicholassmith7723]

Side note; I'm trying to keep my camera backpack compact by only choosing lenses with 67mm filter threads. Also considering the batis 135, batis 25, and the GM 24mm.

[@nicholassmith7723]

@@charruaporelmundo I returned the Art 35mm and stuck with the Tamron. There wasn't a massive difference. The Sigma does have a slight advantage indoors, but I couldn't justify the price difference and carrying around an additional lens.

[@nicholassmith7723]

@@charruaporelmundo It's also a bit slower to focus than the Tamron

[@AjalaKingsGreenstream]

I can't afford any of these but it's nice to watch

[@老王快看]

Hello, a7m3 body, mainly for visitors night scenes humanities, video clips and photos. The condition is only allowed to select a lens. Is it Sony 24/1.4 or Batis 2/40 CF? Thank you very much for your reply

[@flowdance3430]

Yes

[@PaulFeinberg]

The 55mm 1.8 is still on my list.

[@PaulFeinberg]

@@yeshedorje175 I am going to pick one up used for like $650. I can get 10% off B&H sony lenses new.

[@ReginaldEsque]

I’ve search the internet for a size and quaity comparison between the RX100v/vi and the a6400 with the 20mm 2.8 pancake lens.

[@DanSme1]

I guess you don't receive email via KZbin or you don't have an "About." Question: Have you ever used the Sony Alpha 7R IV (61mp) with the Batis line of lenses? What did you think?

[@NBWDOUGHBOY]

does the batis have closer focusing distance than the tamron?

[@JasonVong]

According to the specs, Tamron can go closer at 28mm I think but I know it has a variable focusing distance depending on what focal length you're on so I'm not sure what it is when it's on 40mm.

[@NBWDOUGHBOY]

@@JasonVong thanks.

[@אבירןשהינו]

Will the batis work with crop camera?

[@iamyuyu]

yes, it works wonderfully.

[@ZpGKillua]

where do i look for cheaper prices?

[@TheIfrequency]

been waiting for this vid 🤩

[@JasonVong]

Hope you like it!

[@TheIfrequency]

Jason Vong yes of course I do like your vdo :) Jason, if I may ask, since I’m already owned this batis 40 and Sony 85 1.8, what is your recommendation for me for the next wide lens between batis 18 or 25mm (I find the brand new 25 is 300$ cheaper than 24gm). Thank you

[@JasonVong]

@@TheIfrequency I would go 18mm. It will feel more of a substantial difference from the 40mm.

[@TheIfrequency]

Jason Vong thank you Jason :)

[@JSeoul]

I see that you’re rocking the polarpro ND filter ;)

[@JasonVong]

heck yeah!

[@theearlyfew5284]

Jason Vong Do you have an opinion on the polar pro fixed 4stop vs 6stop fixed filter vs the new variable 2-5stop for all around video? And I love your energy, please never stop enjoying what you do!

[@63MacGuy]

What about the performance? Focus speed stills & video

[@JasonVong]

both great, fast, and reliable

[@nathanni954]

Just got this lens, I’m not sure if it is just me or someone notice some focusing noise from this lens on AF?

[@AsianWithHat]

Rokinon 85mm F1.4 VS GM?

[@JasonVong]

trying to ask for one

[@paullam6977]

What apps are you used for your iPad Pro. I just got one like your.(picture and video editing)

[@JasonVong]

Lightroom CC and Adobe Rush

[@balajiLILG]

what about FE 24-70 mm F2. 8 G Master ?

[@EIGENARTtv]

How good works the manuell Focus for Video? Constant like a Sigma-Lens or like the 55?

[@TechLineHD]

Awesome video, Jason!

[@leixu6033]

4:59, where do you get that hat, I want one as well

[@cks993]

Have you tried Sigma 40mm art?

[@JasonVong]

not yet but the size already intimidates me

[@cks993]

@@JasonVong you should definitely try it, it is one of the sharpest lens.

[@animikhchakrabarty]

Jason, do you have any inside news about any new 35 mm for sony full frame?

[@JasonVong]

Unfortunately no 😭

[@animikhchakrabarty]

@@JasonVong there's definitely a huge number of photographers in the community who wants an affordable, street shoot worth and fast 35 mm. the zeiss 35 2.8 is old, overpriced and not a value for money.not sure why sony is not capitalizing in this area.

[@jwxujerry]

Tamron is developing primes for SONY E, according to rumor sites. And a lightweight 35mm will be a natural choice (my speculation). I am hoping a lightweight 35mm 1.8 from Tamron (don't mind 1.4 but size will be much bigger).

[@animikhchakrabarty]

@@jwxujerry that's okay, but third party nonetheless. I think sony should try to put forward the lens used in the rx1r series as an option, discontinuing their 35 2.8 zeiss. The rx1r lens makes sense. It's small, fast and will be a great fit for the a series

[@animikhchakrabarty]

Currently using the sigma 35 1.4 art . Struggling on streets due to the size and weight and the attention it brings. Eye af fails sometimes as well, and somehow there's a flatness in the images that I don't like

[@roulaomar9785]

Hi Jason, 👋 can you put an explanation of what u said in the video in Arabic, you can use the translator because I find it difficult to explain all what u said about the difference between the two lenses and I am interested in the lens 40 mm If you help me with that I will be grateful to you Thanks a lot ☺️

[@CruzntheWorld]

Would you say the 40mm is a good option for gimbal work

[@JasonVong]

it definitely can be and I use it for the weddings I shoot

[@AW305]

It all depends on the subject matter you are shooting.

[@JasonVong]

Shoot me with an 18mm so I look as cool as an ant

[@AW305]

Lol

[@anandlakkaraju6825]

Hi Jason :) i know we r talking about primes but my question is how does the close focussing capability compare to the tamron 28-75 and 17-28.. f 2.8.. also in any case for follow focus stuff for videography since all of thw above lenses dont have manual focussing does it make sense to invest ?

[@fazex7252]

hey, can you do a video on a6400 vs a7iii real life comparision?

[@Ashleyapples]

you had to temp us for the 40 battis with all those juicy food pictures 🤤

[@dallatorretdu]

I don't know... I was waiting for this or the Sigma 40, but neither of these caught my attention... I might go back to Super35 and those Veydra lenses

[@4thNebula]

40mm best normal lens on the planet!

[@platinumacer8119]

Time to start saving for the 40mm that price tag is hefty. Then again most lenses aren’t that cheap.

[@JasonVong]

Good lenses aren't cheap unless... it's the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 😜

[@platinumacer8119]

That’s very true 😂

[@andrewyoder9456]

"To be honest you can probably get [a Zeiss 55mm] for about $600-700 if you know where to look" ... where is this magical place you speak of, Jason? ;)

[@TheTerminator619sd]

Same lol

[@JasonVong]

eBay and grey market ! I got mine for $700 a few years back

[@LeanMeanWolf]

@@JasonVong By grey market you mean things like Craigslist?

[@Mileprach]

i have batis series haha 25 40 85 it so great i love it

[@JasonVong]

You need the 18 and 135 now

[@Mileprach]

@@JasonVong haha i think to buy 70-200 f4 for sports

[@neil_nicholas]

Love the Batis 2/40CF is my favorite lens that is light and with close up capabilities. Missed bringing it with me on my last trip when i opted to go with the 16-35GM instead.

[@JasonVong]

What was the experience like? Did you felt the 40mm would've gotten a lot of the shots you wanted that the 16-35 couldn't?

[@neil_nicholas]

@@JasonVong the 16-35 gave me the versatility of a wider angel shots and that zoom range of what 19mm different to play with? But the Batis just gave me a more "feel good" factor (maybe the weight, focus ring and lcd played some part to it LoL) when using it and it is more comfortable to do street shots. I even prefer doing close up with it too.

[@patdinco]

Really want this lens badly . But feel I’m gonna get the 24 gm :/

[@JasonVong]

Just need that sucker to be back in stock!

[@RichardL0214]

Wait where can I get a 55 1.8 for that low low price bro

[@JasonVong]

eBay and grey market

[@RichardL0214]

Thanks bro. How do you feel about grey market lens?

[@kristicifci5389]

Does it work for portraits?

[@AR-vf7vg]

WITHOUT EVER mentioning other 40/-ish-mm lenses - what a feat ! (FE-mount: Voightlander MF f/1.2, Sigma, Zooms, +perhaps others) Just would have been natural. So now omission is awkward.

[@JasonVong]

I did say it wasn't gonna be an extensive video

[@AR-vf7vg]

@@JasonVong Shure..

[@stefan_becker]

Thanks for the great video! However you still did not convince me. Fixed focal length lenses need to be FAST for me. If I sacrifice variable focal length for a fixed focal length, I want something in return. And for me this is: sharpness, speed and bokeh. And I want all three of them and lots of them. And F2 at 40mm is for me - kinda boring. If it would be an f1.4 and the lens would be as great as the 24mm GM at F1.4, I might be tempted to get one. But an F2.... nah, not for me. My choice: Sony/Zeiss 50mm 1.4, very sharp, great bokeh and really fast aperture even though the 35mm 1.4 is a very close number 2 for me and for the same reasons!

[@davidclare5325]

100% agree.

[@davidclare5325]

I have the 35 1.4 and 85 1.4 - might as well maximise the advantages of a prime.

[@rattoh]

Just sold my Sony Zeiss 35 1.4 after years of use for the Zeiss Batis 40 f2. No regrets.

[@stefan_becker]

@@rattoh Makes sense, if you need closeup capabilities and don't need f1.4. For me it's vice versa.

[@anjeshshrestha]

I hope you mean $670 and not $6,700 at 4:07