My Favorite Fuji Lens - The 16mm 1.4
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Күн бұрынSo what's my favorite Fuji lens? Well, I decided to make a video to answer the question -- with lots of example photos! This is the lens that I cannot live without. It challenges me in every aspect of photography, and when I put in the creative work and attention to detail, it definitely delivers with some epic imagery in every photographic genre I throw at it. Wide angle, large aperture, and that sweet, sweet pseudo-macro close focusing. Yes, it's the Fuji 16mm 1.4.
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@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
What is your favorite Fuji lens? And should I reboot the LEGO minifigure portrait series?!
@tonycomerford745 4 жыл бұрын
Would love to see the continuation of the lego series. Where can I see these series of photos you have taken already?
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
reggiebphotography.com/lego-portrait-series there’s also a link to the full project on Flickr at the bottom of that page
@tonycomerford745 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto love them, keep them up 👍🏻
@cdfox85 4 жыл бұрын
Yes! Do more lego stuff! Get creative with it: add firecrackers for some action shots! :)
@tommymillett1675 4 жыл бұрын
+1 for a continuation of the Lego series with the Fuji 16mm f1.4. Also, please do some more videos on processing your raws. Your edits look so clean! Maybe do a 2 for one deal and walk us through the edits of your new Lego series!
@TheGermanCompounder 4 жыл бұрын
No joke! You're sample shots are sooo beautiful! You're a great photographer! People can talk as much as they want but your photos speak for themselves. Thanks for your review :)
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!
@mandyburton9798 4 жыл бұрын
Your photos are just incredible! Jedi master! The force is strong with you!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Mandy Burton haha you’re too much! Thanks for the kind words
@samsstreets8684 4 жыл бұрын
Your pictures are fantastic, really inspiring.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
samsstreets thanks so much for the kind words :)
@AxelFoley-sb5re 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely agree!
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@allenvanhellen2572 2 жыл бұрын
You’re a fantastic photographer. Every single one of your sample images in this video is great.
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏🏽
@Fabio-rg9nv 4 жыл бұрын
I've owned this lens for quite some time already, but still every time I use it I enjoy it more than the last time. It's definitely the lens that has helped me evolve the most as a photographer.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Fabio Mota nice my friend. I have the same feeling about how it’s affected my work
@theory8sf 4 жыл бұрын
Yes so more LEGO portraits with your Fuji!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Alright!!
@Valera_Scotland 3 жыл бұрын
Your photos have so much heart. Just amazing. You've convinced me to look for the 16mm (I just bought a used Fuji X-H1 and was looking for my first lens)...I said "wow" quite a few times while watching..... that photo of the couple behind a log with trees and warm light.... just stunning. Thank you so much
@_parkphoto Жыл бұрын
great review, and I appreciate that you're not "just another wedding photographer." Your work is clearly art, and honestly it's helpful seeing that in a lens review too.
@Reggiebphoto Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@TheRegor2 4 жыл бұрын
OMG you so nailed this lens. you put into word why I love it so much ! thanks for the confirmation ! love your stuff, you are real.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
TheRegor2 thanks my friend! It’s a great lens for sure. What kind of photography do you shoot?
@capturedbyannamarie 4 жыл бұрын
This lens and the 56 1.2 are now my only lenses for my xpro2. I love them. Your work is absolutely stunning
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@KwyjiboVanDeKamp 4 жыл бұрын
Oh man! Sooo many great photos!!! Own and love this lens too. Great video!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words :)
@theGiantAngryRobot 9 ай бұрын
I love the way you did this video, wish more lens videos were like this. Tons of real world images that give you an actual feel for the lens. Great job.
@Reggiebphoto 9 ай бұрын
These are how all my lens reviews are
@drive7 4 жыл бұрын
An excellent and authoritative roundup. I've personally moved away from wide primes after many years - I developed an anti-distortion prejudice - but you've got some great instances here where this lens was clearly the perfect tool for the job. Thanks Reggie!
@Ken-pc4jj 7 ай бұрын
I know it's been four years since you posted this but this lens is still a favorite by so many photographers. Your video was great and the sample pictures were outstanding. I just picked this lens up, used, and Wow! it is a wonderful lens. As you stated he images are sometimes quite a challenge to get but the rewards are very high.
@DJAnamaly 4 жыл бұрын
Great review Reg!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
DJ Anamaly thanks my friend!
@marvesrivas307 4 жыл бұрын
I love this lens! The way you can focus close up is great for detailed shots. I think this is the lens I like to use the most ever since I got it.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Same here my friend!
@shuckshack 2 жыл бұрын
I am a casual photography enthusiast and I became an instant fan of your work!
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@Moonbearchop 4 жыл бұрын
your photos are really nice. i can really see so much stories and context in the wedding photos with 16mm, makes all the photos super unique, unlike most of the generic wedding photos that looks same regardless of the subject. very nice.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Sangjun Park thanks my friend. Really appreciate your kind words. Was there a specific wedding photo that stood out to you?
@bittiapina Жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic video, just the kind of thing I look for when I'm deciding on a lens. Very clearly explained and lots of stunning sample photos to showcase the usage. Just bought this lens second hand for half the price and really looking forward to getting creative with it.
@Reggiebphoto Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@smithnjefferson 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video Reggie, great info and photo examples. Thanks.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Jeff Smith you’re welcome!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Which was your favorite photo example?
@DruMUSIC06 3 жыл бұрын
Wew those sample photos... Goosebumps! Anyways, looking at this lens as my 2nd prime. Living the fuji life for almost a month now man, thanks to you!
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Dru Moncatar still my favorite lens
@SideScope 4 жыл бұрын
amazing photos brooo. gonna get this lens soon!
@jcmc3445 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, a very challenging focal length, but when you nailed it...it is just awesome!!! Great video!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend! Challenging yes, but with enoug practice anyone can master it. What’s your favorite lens right now?
@jcmc3445 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto Right now all the love goes to the 35mm 1.4, but 16mm and 56 are my other beloved ones!
@nickvideolife 4 жыл бұрын
great video and images i think is going to be my next lens some time soon
@oscarurrea8060 4 жыл бұрын
Great video and awesome photos! I really want this lens now haha. Maybe my Christmas present
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Would be a glorious Christmas present haha
@axelb6975 4 жыл бұрын
Man I subed a few days back to remember to look into your raw editing vids as I picked up an XT3 last year and have been scared off of raw editing with xtrans untill now. I remember seeing those Lego photos a while back and loving them! No idea it was you that shot them untill this vid. I love the 16mm and would love to see you recreate a similar project with the fuji lens! Keep up the awesome work!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Axel B that’s crazy! Well I’m sure I’m not the only person to have shot LEGO portraits before haha.
@keepitreal3363 4 жыл бұрын
Great video and i like your examples you show of your work relating to the lens, i love wide angle shooting and i bought the fuji 10-24mm instead of the 16mm 1.4 and thought the 10-24mm has it covered,but how wrong was i when i bought the 16mm 1.4 this year!! 16mm 1.4 pushes you to use your imagination to compose a good shot i tend to shoot low down when shooting portraits and keep the people in the middle of the frame to avoid distortion, this lens is so versatile that there are unlimited ways of creativity to getting a great shot with this 16mm just got to experiment and use your imagination and look at different angles to get your shot and now this lens is permanently glued to one of my fuji bodies!!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
I completely agree with you!
@davindigital3645 4 жыл бұрын
Great video! I find the 16mm 1.4 is fantastic for kids and family portraiture. A little more challenging weddings I’d imagine.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
A little more challenging but once you get the hang of it you can almost immediately recognize compositions that will work well
@ubarhd1 4 жыл бұрын
Great review..fantastic lens thanks 🙏
@kimpagel1778 4 жыл бұрын
I have taken more photos with this lens this year than any other I own. It’s my favorite too! I use it for all my event and reception photography.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@mazdaram226 3 жыл бұрын
Superb review, respect
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@robertoposa1120 3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video - congratulations
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@QippysChannel 2 жыл бұрын
Love your shots bro , and yeah I love this lens focal too on my canon , i use the 24 1.4L II
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@wipeoutking 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, and much more helpful than yet another (yawn) technicals review. Especially helpful were your photos. You do some spectacular work!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend! Any photo that really stood out to you as your favorite? :)
@alessioaiello9911 2 жыл бұрын
Inspiring video. Great use of this lens :)
@MottiWolkenbruch 3 жыл бұрын
You could insult me and my familiy, as long as there are such superb photos shown, I am watching it!
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
🙌🏽
@Mixedlumps 4 жыл бұрын
You have excellent shots that bias me more towards this lens. Great vid
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Currychicken thanks! I do have a bias to this lens too :). Curious, which shot(s) stood out to you?
@Mixedlumps 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto Ah man there's just too many! 0:59 3:50 3:52 4:06 4:20 5:06 5:08 6:03 6:07 just to point out a few :)
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Nice!!
@spaceman77777 4 жыл бұрын
Killer shots and your so modest. My favourite lens too.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Grant Marshall thanks my friend! Appreciate the kind words!
@fffeuchtner 4 жыл бұрын
Very good points and video. I have owned the 16mm 1.4 for over a year now and completely agree.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Any point that you feel you most relate to? Thanks for the comment.
@fffeuchtner 4 жыл бұрын
Reggie Ballesteros the close focusing distance is amazing and I have been able to do some lovely macro shots. Also I like to do environmental portraits like you talked about.
@DragonEye1911 2 жыл бұрын
I watched almost all of the review of this lens in YT. And this is the best of them all.
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
Haha, thanks. Why do you say that?
@DragonEye1911 2 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto Because you were able to succinctly highlight the strengths of this lens: wide, insanely close focus distance, close focus and yet wide enough to include background context. I also particularly liked the ‘high risk, high reward’ viewpoint towards the end of the review. Great work, Reggie.
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing!
@marcogiai-coletti354 4 жыл бұрын
My favourite lens. Makes you think and when it all comes together, the results are so cool.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly how I feel! What type of photography do you shoot with your 16?
@marcogiai-coletti354 4 жыл бұрын
Astro and landscape. I'm experimenting with cityscapes and street now.
@jean-guythibodeau1716 4 жыл бұрын
Très intéressant et superbes photos, bravo.
@jbivphotography 4 жыл бұрын
Great video. I've been debating if I wanted to upgrade my 14mm to this one. That 2.8 on the 14mm so often just doesn't let in enough light for me. I might have to rent it and give it a try.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Dude. Your world will be changed
@JoaquimGonsalves 4 жыл бұрын
When I saw the notification, I knew straight up it was from you just by the color of the thumbnail.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Haha, hope that’s a good thing!
@dawidx3694 4 жыл бұрын
great photos and nice video :)
@rumporridge1 4 жыл бұрын
Let me get my 16 1.4 out and watch this great vid.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
lol, best first comment.
@WEHAVETHISDREAM 2 жыл бұрын
Your photos are so OUT OF THIS WORLD! Wow! INDEED, NOT THE LENS or CAMERA makes a good photographer!
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words 🙌🏽
@WEHAVETHISDREAM 2 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto Thank YOU!
@tamchunhomj 4 жыл бұрын
you pic are really good. Well done! they make me want to buy this lens haha
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@fabpicture_com 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Reggie, I have this lense because and Denea & Andrew and I never manage to use it properly. I always prefer 23mm or 10 - 24 if I want to be really WIDE. Seeing your pictures give me a new goal and I really want to use it better and do MAGIC as you did ;)
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Fabien Boogielup glad to inspire! To start, here’s a video I did on using the 16mm 1.4 for portraits: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gdCIn9F23NCdqp8.html something to start helping you get used to the 16 for your photography
@piriyasantipunpitak343 4 жыл бұрын
Amazing and inspiring VDO! And also pls reboot the lego project, love the idea and it is looks so fun!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Will definitely try to!
@sandypapineni 4 жыл бұрын
Great video with good images 👍
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@PaulMerupu91 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome photos 👏👏👏
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
🙌🏽🙌🏽
@tpf1952 4 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video. I have had a similar epiphany with the 14mm Fuji. Your message about accepting the challenges of the 16 are insightful and motivating. Thank you.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I had the 14mm before as well. But I just really needed that ultra close focusing distance. What type of photography do you do?
@tpf1952 4 жыл бұрын
Reggie Ballesteros I shoot events, headshots, laboratory/workplace. Switched from Leica to Fuji about a year ago. Totally pleased.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
@@tpf1952 nice. what fuji body are you shooting with? xpro?
@tpf1952 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto X-Pro2, XT3 and GFX50s. I"m a little carried away. Love your work.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Tom Fuldner haha no worries. Shoot with the tools that work for you. Thanks for the kind words!
@matthewwells1606 4 жыл бұрын
I really love this lens and have grown to love wide angle primes. My favorite full frame lens is the Nikon 20mm f/1.8.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Nice i owned the 20mm 1.8 as well :)
@dillonwehde 25 күн бұрын
Found it! Thanks! 🎉
@dialac1 4 жыл бұрын
Dude your photos are sick
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
dialac1 thanks my friend!
@joesegala1856 3 жыл бұрын
Yea for sure the 16mm 1.4 is a beast! perfect pair on the XH1/XT4, The only other comparable lens I have found to get these perspectives was the Tamron 35mm 1.4 SP on full frame. I find essentially eliminating a minimum focus distance , combined with wide angle, and smooth bokeh falloff is the best way to tell a story with a picture.
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome 👏🏽
@ericthestone 4 жыл бұрын
Getting this lens tmr for my XT4....Yeah!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Congrats!
@deananthony4108 4 жыл бұрын
Cool review. I love shooting with 28mm (full frame equivalent) but was considering going wider. Your shots look amazing and as you said chanallengi. I think I'll start experimenting with a wider e lens!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
it's not for everyone, but if you stick at it and dedicate to learning a wider focal length, you'll composition skills will definitely improve very quickly :)
@mauistevebear 4 жыл бұрын
Mine too! It's the first addition to my Fuji X-T3 system, which included the 18-55f/2.8-4. I have just 3 days ago added the 55-200 ff/3.5-4.8! Of the 3, so far, the 16 is my fav! It does make the creative juices flowing and the bokeh is awesome! I also have the MCEX-16 Extension Tube which has transformed both zooms into awesome macro lenses (as if the 16 wasn't enough...lol) so really, I now have, in essence, 5 native lenses.! WooHoo!. By the way, I think it would nice to showcase the MCEX-16 as it never gets the attention it deserves.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Steve Bearman yes I use the 16mm extension quite a bit with my 56 for rings shots
@mr.t.9019 4 жыл бұрын
Usually i dont like the gear talk/videos but with the great fotos.....wow
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
That means a lot haha. Any particular photo that stood out to you?
@YOUAREMYKIN 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing what you do w this focal length!
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!
@YOUAREMYKIN 3 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto quick question (no worries if too busy). Curious, which would you choose: the Fuji 16mm F2.8 or the 18mm F2-for life moment w people (not architecture)?
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Probably the 18mm f2 or 23 f2
@TylerKidd 4 жыл бұрын
Great video man! The word I was trying to remember was Mise En Scene, when everything in the frame has a purpose.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Tyler Kidd ah yes, I took a film/cinema class in college and the professor was all about mise en scene!
@TylerKidd 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto Hell ya! You have to find a good balance. I obsess over the thought of it lol.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Haha!
@solvm1652 4 жыл бұрын
Skills. Respect.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@rapbisnar 4 жыл бұрын
Your photos are prime!!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Any photo that was particularly your favorite?
@rapbisnar 4 жыл бұрын
Reggie Ballesteros not any particular one because it all has one thing in common: great composition. I’m looking to getting into getting another lens either 23 f1.4 or the 16 f1.4 , I currently have the 35 f2 but quickly realized it isn’t great for street/travel photography. Might end up going for the 16 for future family portraits. Any thoughts?
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
rr narratives 16mm and 35mm lenses pair nicely together as a duo. And for family shots my 16 1.4 is my go to
@jnhg9808 4 жыл бұрын
It's an awesome lense for time lapses, satisfied I am.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Nice 👍
@oudjunk 4 жыл бұрын
Cool photos :)
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
thanks my friend! any one in particular that was your fave photo?
@JaapKroon 4 жыл бұрын
My favorite lens is the Sigma 18-35mm 1.8 Art on the Fujifilm X-T3 (Finger Pro II ). I use it for the last weeks professional and I'm in love!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Jaap Kroon nice!
@aight365 4 жыл бұрын
Do you use the lens for video aswell? I heard it really isn't good with the hunting of the focus and the noise of the focus
@JaapKroon 4 жыл бұрын
@@aight365 Hi Eli. No...only for photographing.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Eli are you referring to the 16 or Jaap’s 18-35 sigma?
@aight365 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto I was talking about the sigma. But Im actually curious how you find the Focusing is on the fuji 16mm 1.4 especially in high iso low light situations. I currently have a Canon 200d and debating if I should upgrade for the Canon Eos R or into the Fuji system. My heart is telling me Fuji but my brain is telling me Canon
@stinkystealthysloth 3 жыл бұрын
I used the 14mm for a few months and it was awesome but when the light drops it hurts so decided to go with the 16
@igres031 4 жыл бұрын
My favorite lens is ... Fuji 16 1.4 too. Really amazing videos Reggie. How works fuji 16 with xt3? Big differences with xt2 in af speed? Thank you
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
I think it’s a good af speed bump for sure
@CrisConstantin 3 жыл бұрын
Nice review, Reggie. I was thinking of buying this lens for my KZfaq videos and photo work as well. what are your thoughts in term of video capabilities...I watched a few discerning reviews about doing video on this lens. Btw, I am Bay Area as well. :) thank you sir.
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Chris Weekly for Video it doesn’t pulse a bit during continuous af. The noise is also slightly audible with even a shotgun mic. I personally use the lens in mf
@valhala73 4 жыл бұрын
Great video Reggie!!! Of course ,you should pick that project up with the Lego figures.It is going to be interesting ....Have a great day!!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
thanks! i'll be sure to do it then. curious, which one was your favorite lego portrait?
@valhala73 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto One of my favorite was the one with the Lego watching TV,First day of work too...
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
andres blanco nice! The tv one seems to be a crowd favorite
@adamirizarry2619 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Reggie, great stuff. What lens did you use to shoot this video? There’s a nice subtle blur on your background that isn’t over the top.
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
23mm 1.4
@jiripastrnak1936 4 жыл бұрын
28mm 1.8 nikon on D750 was my favorite walk around combo. Wish fuji made new 18mm . Maybe 1.4 or Even 1.2. 24 is too wide for me in general and if i need or want to go wide it's not wide enough. 28mm is where the magic happens for me 😏
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Yup I agree. 18 1.2 would be my dream fuji
@fenixtech1342 4 жыл бұрын
Hmmm been saving for that sweet sweet 80mm macro for food photography, I may have just been swayed. The 16mm 1.4 is on my bucket list anyway, it's cheaper and will probably realistically serve my burger photo needs (I run a burger app here in Australia, don't judge me too hard :))
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Fenix Tech for larger food, the 16mm 1.4, 35mm 1.4, and even the 90mm f2 can all focus very close and serve double duty cause Of their large aperture. Heck I even use the 56 1.2 wirh an extension tube for my macro ring shots on the wedding day. Perhaps the 80mm macro is good, but I’ve tried my best to avoid buying a lens with just one real use .
@mribi 4 жыл бұрын
What’s the app? I’m an Australian that loves burgers 😀
@fenixtech1342 4 жыл бұрын
@@mribi The Burger Collective, check it out!
@Dkouki97 4 жыл бұрын
Love this lens also. I don't have experience with the 28 1.8g but if it's any better than the 16 1.4 , it would be my next Nikon lens :)
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Can’t beat that full frame bokeh. And the Nikon focuses closer and more magnification
@sclogse1 2 жыл бұрын
You like shooting with a wide like the 16 but with the 3/2 ratio? I think it's the smart way to go. Gives you the best part of the lens and cuts edge distortion. I look at the astonishing film, The Cranes Are Flying, (there's a collage of scenes on one KZfaq) which has a ratio of 1/1.37, I think, and marvel at all those swooping camera moves all in focus, from 1961. Then it all makes sense. The format is a win win. Early television dramas, like Serling's The Comedian has all kinds of camera and subject movement, but never messes up. And it was live. And that format on TV was even less wide. And of course, you're shooting for prints too.
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
You mean 16:9?
@ttoniross 4 жыл бұрын
I think if you know how to compose the distortion won't be a problem, you clearly know where to place your subject, love your photos reggie, I only own the 35 f2 and it actually broke the aperture ring is stuck to f2 and my camera can't detect the lens, 😭
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Oh no! Sorry to hear your lens broke.
@SeanTalksTech 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Reggie. I'm new to your channel and I'm glad I found your channel. I'm looking to get the 16 1.4 for my talking head similar to what you have in your videos. Will the 16 1.4 have problems with distortion with talking head shots? Thanks man!
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Most of my earlier videos are the 16mm for talking head. Check out the footage to see if it’s too distorted or not
@SeanTalksTech 3 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto thanks bro! I'll check it out! All the best with your channel yea! 😁
@iSchneggs 3 жыл бұрын
I've been too challenged by the 16mm f1.4! I want to take your advice, especially seeing your incredible 16mm pics on Fuji-X Pro Photographers page, however after a 6-month trial, found it just to be too much work/experimentation. However - and even though it may not make sense, I really like Fuji's 18mm focal perspective. So I'm ordering the 18mm f1.4 and will hopefully gain some of the positives over the f2 version. But I think I'm at the same point in my craft: the 23mm perspective is getting too easy and boring, and I want the extra ooomph. Regardless - thank you for your perspective!
@scopicdrive3942 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Reggie and thank you very much for your amazing content! Really inspiring! I've watched this video and your video about the 18mm f2. I'm a street and wedding photographer and about to attempt a wide angle lens for the fuji system that matches those 2 styles (even if I shoot wedding in candid style). Which lens would you recommend ? I like the compactness of the 18mm that allows more to be "low profile", on the other the f1.4 of the 16mm is really attractive... Thank you!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
They're really different tools with different strengths. It really depends on what type of street photography or what type of wedding photography you're looking to do.
@scopicdrive3942 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto I shoot more often in documentary/candid style. I fear "church sessions" because it's often really dark
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
I have review videos on both these lenses. It’s gonna come down to if you prioritize low light or compact size
@c.millare 3 жыл бұрын
that lego series is hella dope!
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@kooljatt 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review. I'm torn between 16mm and a 23mm.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Equally great lenses. It just depends on what you’re planning to shoot and what your style is as a photographer. If you tell me that I can help you decide
@kooljatt 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto hey reggae, just like you I shoot weddings and events for living and then travel vlogging. I've just got into fuji system, first lens was 10-24 for vlogging as 1dxm2 was getting too heavy. Got a 56 f1. 2 as well. My genre would be wedding and travel
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
I would think the 23mm 1.4 and 56 1.2 combo is the most used for weddings. Get those two first then move for the 16 1.4 after
@Scorpion-wv1hs 2 жыл бұрын
I find the 16mm great for architecture photography. Especially futuristic modern buildings
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
Totalky
@valhala73 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Reggie!!! I love this focal length but which focal length do you recommend me as a first purchase in the Fuji system? I’m going to get a XT3 as my first Fuji camera and I only can get one lens ... All the best!!
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
if you can only get one lens maybe a 23 or 35. depends on what type of photos you want to shoot
@valhala73 3 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto I used to shoot with my Canon 15-85 and my Sigma 18-35 at 15,18,35 ,70,85 never at 23 .... I am looking for something versatile until I can purchase my second lens.What do you think? Take care
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
23 then
@valhala73 3 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto Better than the 16f1.4 or the 35f2? And to complement this focal length which one do you suggest? 🙏
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
As a single lens, the 23 offers the most general application and versatility. I always recommend getting the 18-55 kit if you can as it’s a great deal and very useful, from there you have more freedom to choose a funnet second lens
@abadjoseph 3 жыл бұрын
Can the AF+MF function be used, if the AF clutch is on? Loving the body of work here on KZfaq, Reggie! Thank you!
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Joseph Abad the clutch overrides wharever mode youre in and forces it into manual mode
@feketestefan 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Review of the lens ! Love the images
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
@donnlowel4097 3 жыл бұрын
Reggie make a Leggo shoot wedding series... I think it will be cool.
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Will do!
@lemonsandants Жыл бұрын
Ahh man, thanks a lot Reggie. Wish I didn't see this vid. Now I have to justify to the wife why I have to buy this lens. 😂
@ArnaudFoucard 3 жыл бұрын
Did you try the 16mm f2.8 Reggie, probably not bright enough for your wedding photography but it sounds to be great for travelling?
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
The 16 1.4 is actually one of my favorite travel lens. I haven’t tried the 2.8 tho.
@sclogse1 3 жыл бұрын
Lemme guess...you spend time out at the Legion Of Honor. There's some boy's school east off 101 in Marin about 15 minutes north of the bridge on a long narrow road and missable exit that has rows of Eucalyptus trees and old architecture that's also popular for wedding stuff...the kind of shoot where you take the couple there all dressed up before the wedding, even one of their dogs...I know, I printed that stuff for 15 years at a custom lab in S.F. The hard way. Of course, it was always VPS negative.
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve actually never shot at legion of honor.
@effni 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Reggie between these 16mm f2.8, 23mm f2 & 35mm f2.. which one is the sharpest? I would like to buy my first prime lens into my fuji line up. Currently I'm using the 18-55mm with my xt30. Thanks
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t tried the other two, but the 35 f2 I’ve heard tk be the sharpest of the 3
@effni 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto i see..alright thanks for the info 👍☺️
@CalienteCarlos305 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Reggie, If you had to pick between the 16mm 1.4 or the 23mm 1.4, which one would you go with? I do a lot of landscape/travel/street photography.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Carlos Briceno for landscape street and travel it would be the 16 1.4
@CalienteCarlos305 4 жыл бұрын
You don't think the 16mm is too wide for street photography?
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Perhaps for some people, but for me It’s personally what I would pick. Isn’t that what your question was?
@alimkassim 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Reggie…what’s your take on the 14mm 2.8? Probably a bit wide for your work but did you ever consider it when comparing the 16mm 1.4?
@Reggiebphoto 2 жыл бұрын
I tried it and exchanged it for the 16 1.4
@alimkassim 2 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto thanks for the insight
@wongpantai9710 4 жыл бұрын
I hope you show the aperture of each photo
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
What photo are you curious about? Unfortunately I can’t reupload the video
@tjkrueger2655 4 жыл бұрын
It's also amazing for astrophotography... it resolves better than the Rokinon 12mm f2, with less noise and more clarity, and the coma 'issue' has been overblown.
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
I gotta try that! To be honest I don’t even know what coma is
@tjkrueger2655 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto I think it's the slight distortion/lack of sharpness of the stars in the corners, but... shooting wide open for astro, it's prob going to be a bit of an issue with fast primes
@Kid2holy 4 жыл бұрын
Do you ever pair this with the 11mm extension tube?
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
J Rebel I haven’t tried as I don’t own that extension tube
@brandonangelodiaz8854 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Just subscribed here. Are you a Filipino? I want to ask if what wide angle lens is best for travel, street and landscape photography? Because i don’t want to carry a lot of lens. And i plan to buy the fujifilm xt30.
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
It really depends on the photographer. The 18, 23, or 16 are all good at what you mentioned
@brandonangelodiaz8854 3 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto ok thanks! Probably will get the 16mm aside from the 18-55
@Reggiebphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@cleverghostcinema 4 жыл бұрын
Yes I want to see the comparison for Legos against the nikon!!
@Reggiebphoto 4 жыл бұрын
Haha
@cleverghostcinema 4 жыл бұрын
@@Reggiebphoto subbed, about to buy the 16mm 1.4, but from some photos, it doesn't seem like it has that creamy bokeh from your nikon
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