In this video we look at all the lenses and adapters I use to make videos. A Lot of people have asked about the glass I use so here we are!
A Few Things to Note
First, you don’t need all these lenses to get started. I started with a kit zoom and a 50mm and used those for years before investing in more glass.
Secondly, I don’t use all of these lenses everyday. Most of the vintage lenses are for B-Roll and certain videos where I need to explain a lens concept. Every time I sell a lens I end up needing it for a video.
Finally, don’t buy new! I only own 1 new lens! All my other lenses were purchased used. There are great deals to be had out there and vintage lenses are a big bang for your buck when getting started.
The Lenses
- Nikon 17-35mm F2.8
- Nikon 28-70mm F2.8
- Nikon 80-200mm F2.8
- Lens cine mods done by RP Lens
- Nikon 100mm E F2.8
- Nikon 55mm F1.2
- Nikon 35-70mm F3.5 (Featured in this video)
- Olympus 50mm F1.8 (Featured in this video)
- Helios 58mm F2.0 (Featured in this video)
- Canon FD 28mm F2.8
- Canon FD 50mm F1.8 (Featured in this video)
- Canon FD 135mm F3.5
- Super Albinar FD 80-205mm F4.5
- Tamron 24-70mm F2.8 VC (available at Amazon and B&H)
The Adapters
- Fotodiox Nikon to Canon
- Fotodiox M42 to Canon
- Fotodiox OM to Canon
- Cinevate Nikon to Canon
- Redrock Micro Nikon to Canon
- Canon to NEX E Mount
- Metabones Adapters (Available at B&H, Amazon and the Metabones Website)
- Roxsen Focal Reducers
Thats it! What lenses do you use for video shooting?
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