Lens Collection Comparison on the AF100 - Thoughts?

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Matthew Benjamin Canada

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Thought I'd share how the different lenses I own compare on the AF100. Thoughts?
I always like to research lens reviews before making a purchase but then I realized I should know a little bit more about how the lenses I already own compare to each other - so I made this simple video.
Lenses:
tokina 11-16m f2.8
tokina 16-50m f2.8
voigtlander 25m f0.95
samyang/rokinon 35m 1.4
nikon ais 50m f1.2
nikon ais 85m f1.4
nikon ais 135m f2.8
nikon ais 200m f4


AF100 Settings:
all detail -7
detail coring -5
chroma level -4
chroma phase -2
master ped -2
DRS: 1
gamma: cine-like D
matrix: norm 2


A couple things I picked up right away is that the Rokinon 35mm holds its own within the group but that the Nikon 135mm and 200mm are pretty soft - probably time to sell them and upgrade. Also, for shots of the plant, I kept my tripod in the same position when switching out lenses to better compare the field of view differences. Anyway, enjoy and would love to hear any feedback.
 
Its tough to really see a difference in these lenses with the way you shot it. No real lighting and the background is to bright. No detail can be seen. I would rather see a model or something more interesting thats well lit so I can see sharpness and detail from the lenses. Skin tone is a big deal. Thats why I suggest a model to see how different the color of each lens resolves.
 
Thanks Erik, I agree that a model would help in the comparison. I did learn a little bit about how all these lenses compare in the FOV category with the AF100 sensor. Also, I can see some differences in sharpness as well. I have the new Samyang 24mm f1.4 being shipped to me. Maybe I'll do another test with a properly lit model when it comes in.
 
nice set. where in NYC are ya? i'm over in astoria and have access to a small studio, could do some more tests over there if ya like
 
Hey man, great idea. I'd like to do something like this myself.

For the next one, can you show us a picture of your rig, like where the tripod is in comparison to the subject, please? I am more interested in seeing the distance conversion with the 2x multiplier on the 4/3 sensor.

Cheers, mate.
 
hey Darren, i'm downtown manhattan. could be cool! maybe i'll hit you up when my samyang 24mm arrives? thanks!

Tyrant, good idea. i'll do that on an updated test in a few weeks.
 
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