The best lens for least scratch ($)....

What's funny is I put one of these up for sale in the marketplace a month ago and I didn't get a single inquiry on the glass at all.

-Jeremy
 
adaml said:
Mr. Blonde, have you used the 50mm 1.2 for cinema work? I'm curious because I've read mixed reviews of it. I asked about it on another thread but got no response. I'll quote myself:

"The factors that would seem to weigh against it (based on reviews, not experience) are field curvature, potential softness wide open (I've read conflicting opinions on this, but seen some very nice still images), and very narrow dof (about 3" I'm told). On the other hand, 1.2 would be nice to have occasionally."

I've also ready that it has lower contrast than other 50s. I'm asking because I have an opportunity to buy one (ai) in really nice shape, and have to decided between it and a 1.4.

Thanks.
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From my experience in owning the 50mm 1.2, 50mm 1.4, 50mm 2 and a 55mm 1.2, I can easily say that the best all around is the 50mm 1.2.

The 50mm 1.2 wide open will give you an insanely shallow 3" dof, which is an AC's nightmare, but can be dealt with if you've got the right person on the job, and more importantly, an actor who understands the importance of sloooow movements.

Wide open at 1.2 the image is a bit soft, less contrasty, but at the 1.4 and 2 marks, it delivers a sharper image than it's competition.

The 50mm 1.4 has a bit too much breathing for my liking. Overall the 50mm 1.2 delivers the best all around performance and allows you, if needed, to shoot in loooow light.
 
evinsky said:
Why, they represent such a small investment in the scheme of things and may offer a diffrent look, or at least a more compact shooting option or mounting or steadi-cam. Certainly buy the Red zoom, I know I will but I'm not selling anything. I've made that mistake many times before. A $1000 in Nikkors will give you many extra options in addition to the Red zoom.
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With all the Nikon glass that I own, I can easily sell and make back about $3,000, that can surely help out with my much needed RED funding account.

But, you are right about the different look statement, I guess I'll just have to wait and see what they can do on RED.
 
im.thatoneguy said:
That's a little premature without having seen any Oakley glass isn't it? :)
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Hey man, I own some Oakleys and let me tell you, my eyes love them! :costumed-smiley-047
 
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