@@ÁzsiábaSzakadtam that's another fantastic option that I don't own... How is the weight or balance with it on the ZV-E1?

@@ÁzsiábaSzakadtam oh yes, I hadn't read that comment yet. But, I imagine it will feel roughly the same as the A7C, but yeah, not needing a gimbal is really nice!

@@POW.CREEPER I actually think his tone, which can be read as argumentative, was probably more of a mistranslation of sorts... because all his other responses in a different thread were kind. However, I appreciate you acknowledging that! I need your support on some of my other videos where people were legit clowns... Thank you!

I think the best lenses for ZV-E1 are Sigma 17mm F4, 50mm F2 and 90mm F2.8! Compact, light and sharp :)

@@DanielStrnad that's an outstanding trio!! I definitely been looking at the Sigma 17... Do you own it?

I'm envious... I really have to pick it up. The size of it is crazy for how fast and wide it is! Thank you!

Thank you so much, and you are right on with the Sigma. It came out right around when this video did, so it was new but a worthy consideration! However, I am most excited to try out Viltrox's 20... It may be still a bit tight with dynamic stabilization, but the size and price make it almost a must but for me!

@@BrianCatalano I want to choose one lens for vlogging (compactness and portability are the reason) Do you think I should go with the Sigma 17mm f4 or with the Viltrox 20mm f2.8? Or is the samyang rokinon 18mm f2.8 better than both? Thanks

@@husseinaliabdulzahraal-dul1575 I personally would prefer the 17mm or 18mm because I still think the 20mm is too tight with dynamic stabilization. I imagine the 17 is a better lens but I'd rather have the f2.8

I completely get all that! I love my 20, but hold onto my 18 because of it's size, but you're on to something, a compact 16mm f2.8 would be amazing! There is Sigma's 17mm f/4 which is as close as we might get for now as it's relatively compact and affordable...I imagine that will be sharp as well!

That is the dream set-up, focal range, and with power zoom... I can imagine you don't really need another lens after that, so the price makes sense in that regard. I probably will sell a few of mine and look into getting that or something similar.

Is there a similar lens with a lower f stop?

@@edventures9884 Sony 16-35 F2.8 GM / tamron 17-28 F2.8 / Sigma C 16-28 F2.8 / Sigma 14-24 F2.8 / Sony 12-24 F2.8 (cannot put filters on the front with the last two lenses)

@@edventures9884 there’s a 2.8 16-35gm ii coming in September but its $2300 🫠

Yes, it's such a fantastic combo... And lens that's super versatile with clear image zoom! If I only could have one lens, it might just be that, too!

Which lens

That's a fantastic, one and done lens... I've used it a bunch but I don't own it. I really like it for portraits too! I might need to pick one up!!

I completely agree...and same, I got mine a few years back for the original A7C as well! It's a special lens; the only one I've never considered selling!

I really appreciate that... Honestly, this is the best comment I could hope for and I hope you love the zve1 as much as I have!! Thanks again!

You're right! When I made this video, it hadn't been announced yet... But now, I am really considering trading my 20 for the 16!

I completely agree, and it's crazy that it's currently the only Sony camera with it! I pretty much leave it on at all times

Yes, you definitely should... It's the one lens I've been meaning to pick up specifically for vlogging. I only hear good things about it!!

I'm envious, that does seem like the perfect pair--especially for vlogging!

That's a great but difficult question to answer as I think we all have different tolerances for what is acceptable with distortion. I have the Tamron 20-40, and it's now my favorite travel/street photography lens... Yet, if I'm shooting real estate I still always bring my 10-18 and will punch into about 13 or 14mm... And the distortion isn't great but it's also never been a deal breaker. I probably should invest in a better full frame ultra wide, but they are usually so expensive... So if I were you, I'd probably pick up the 11mm as I don't think you'll regret having a wider option on hand

Thank you so much for reaching out and letting me know. Glad you found it helpful! Greetings from Los Angeles!!

Thank you so much... And honestly, it's hard to compare the OSS with my lenses that don't have it because of the focal range... But it does feel like it is my most stable lens and that's either due to the oss or how wide it is...or the combination of both factors.

@@BrianCatalano Appreciate this!!:)

@@francoismarc3 anything I can do to help you add to your collection (sorry and you're welcome)!

@@BrianCatalano I'm gonna go broke bring friends with you lol

@@francoismarc3 the feeling is mutual!!

Thank you so much!! Yes, I went back to Lake Normal to visit my parents... I waited to do these lens tests until I got there, seemed like a fitting backdrop. I think the 17-28 would be brilliant on the zve1. I probably should have had it on my list!!

Hello! If I were you, I might look at getting two Sony 35 f1.8s if you're not worried about having a wide lens. It's a sharp, fast lens with a neutral focal length.

@@BrianCatalano Thank you!

I completely agree with you. I love this combo!

Yes, of course... You're right, you run the risk of seeing vignetting while using APSC lenses. There is an obvious fix to that, which I didn't include because I wanted to show the original footage, but if you've ever played with Catalyst Browse, you can manually adjust the crop. Dynamic stabilization seems to work in the same manner: it's reading gyro data in real time, but it's using a fixed crop... So in post I may crop in an additional 4-10% to get past any darkened corners. Now, all of this may not be necessary for some who can afford Sony's full frame ultra wides, albeit the 16-35 or the 14 f1.8... or Sigma's new 14 f1.4 or the Viltrox 16 f1.8, to name a few. All of those would be recommended, but if you're on a budget, you already have those APSC lenses, or you want something more compact, those are options as well... And options that I have found useful. Again, I can understand that they won't be for everyone... Thanks for sharing your perspective!

​@@BrianCatalano I'm on a budget too but even with extra crop, the footage remains wobbly a bit like jello even once you remove the vignette. This is actually the reason I just ordered my ZV-E1, I got sick and tired of getting IBIS wobbles on Fuji, for example: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j75nqLyhu5PWfZc.html - which cannot be fully corrected in post. This thankfully doesn't happen on Sony (as long as you don't use APS-C lenses it seems) and there are some great choices like the 16mm Viltrox F1.8.

@@DigiDriftZone recently the zve1 (after this video was released) had an update that fixed some of the issues with dynamic stabilization, and I can say I don't see the warpy corners anymore (if I crop past the vignetting). I have a lot of Sony's and except for the fx3, I hated their stabilization, but compared to other brands found they have the less warp... And the zve1 is the best of the bunch. I initially wanted to get the Fuji xs20 but the stabilization was so bad in the corners, the video was unusable for me. That all being said, again you're right, full frame lenses will always be the way to go if you can get them and the viltrox is probably the best value lens! The only reason I haven't picked it up yet is for the weight. I probably will in the near future, but I have been traveling a lot lately and wanted compact lenses only. You may scoff at this choice (as I would have too), but it's been interesting to experiment with: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iJx7Y7SXma-lcp8.html I see what you mean in the video you shared... you're right, and the warpiness always looks worse on blue skies, too!

@@BrianCatalano That's really interesting about the warp. Yes, I just got back from the post office, dropped my X-S20 which is going back for a refund exactly for that reason (and the lacklustre autofocus in video). My ZVE1 should arrive second week of Aug :) I too value compactness a lot actually, I have the 15-45mm on my Fuji APS-C (I'm keeping the X-S10) which is great when I'm travelling light. It would be awesome to see a follow up video with the new firmware showing no more warp/wobble and a longer video of the final result with no vignette on that 11mm Sony.

@@DigiDriftZone that's great! Yes, I agree on all that... I definitely still want to pick up the 11 f1.8 as it seems to be a super popular option for vlogging.

Thank you, I really appreciate that, and that is a great question! Now, to compare these lenses with dynamic stabilization, which will add roughly 30% crop and you may still get vignetting on the 11mm (as it's an APSC lens), you could consider you are really comparing a 15mm f2.5 (the 11mm x 1.3) and you'll have minimal vignetting vs a 23mm f3.6 (as well as a full frame 18m f2.8). As a note, your fstop of 1.8 vs 2.8 doesn't change how much light the lens lets in, just the depth of field and compression (how blurry the background is) when cropped in... So the 11 is wider and faster, and even slightly smaller, but it is more expensive and not a full frame lens, so you will have some vignetting to crop around--and in higher frame rates, you will see a lot vignetting. The 18 is cheaper and a full frame, but that may be it'ys only real advantage especially if you will be in dynamic stabilization the whole time. Does all that make sense or did I confuse you more!?

I believe your response was absolutely perfect. I truly appreciate it! Moreover, if I desired an even lower stop at 1.8f, I would opt for the 20mm 1.8f lens. After watching your video, I was strongly inclined towards the 18mm lens, and you have just reaffirmed my decision.

@@lesliesuarez7194 brilliant! I'm earnestly happy I could help... Neither is a bad lens, so I'm sure you'll be happy either way!

That's a good but difficult question as it depends on how you want to shoot, but I imagine you want something wide so you can be in front of the camera while still being able to reach it... So I'd recommend either the Sony 20 or this new really good budget lens- Viltrox 20mm f/2.8: amzn.to/41W4LiA

Yes, I completely agree... I haven't been able to pick up the 18-50 yet, but it's on my wishlist!

Yes, you can...there will be a fair bit of vignetting but the dynamic stab or clear image zoom should fix it! It's a really nice compact prime, even if it is somewhat old by comparison!

That's a difficult question as it's really hard to know what focal range you might end up liking the most for vertical videos or for shooting yourself doing pilates. I will say the 20mm can easily do all of that as it's wide enough for close spaces and works vertically well... And it's just a phenomenal lens! The only drawback is that it's expensive and maybe not wide enough if you are solely vlogging in dynamic active mode (which doesn't seem to be how you are using the camera)... Yet, then I would say you could look at the Samyang/Rokinon 18mm f2.8, as it is really cheap. However, it's less impressive, especially for client work. You could also consider Rokinon's 24 f1.8--which is fantastic and half the price of the 20. It's just hard to tell again if you will need something wider. Either way, I don't think you'd be disappointed with the 20, I have never heard anyone regret having it! Hope that helps...

@@BrianCatalano thank you so much for the detail explanation. It helps a lot! You mentioned that the 20mm will works vertically well, that's what I really need to know as many review I watched only show us the landscape view. I have no clue what it would be like in vertical video. I will take a look the Rokinon's 24 f1.8 as comparison too. Have a great day!

@@ThyaLengkey thank you... You, too!

@@ThyaLengkey I have tried the 20 in vertical, and it's hard to describe but it's the same. I use this lens too: kzfaq.info5DTUI2xEcfk?feature=share

I'm super envious of that set up... I may just sell my 10-18 for the 11 then. Would you recommend that, or do you still find yourself reaching for the 10-18?

@BrianCatalano I decide to keep 10-18 OSS cause it can still cover full image circle of zv-e1 on certain focal length (from 12 to 17mm)

@@eek0212 that makes sense... It's a hard lens not to like, but you may have pushed me over the edge on getting the 11, but I'm better at buying lenses than I am selling them!

That's a great question... And if you are not vlogging it hardly ever, I might consider a zoom, a 24-70 f2.8, or a 28-75, or if you vlog a little, a 20-70 f4... Out of the lenses that I listed, the cheapest is the 28-60 kit lens is really sharp and compact. I guess it just depends on your budget and what you like to shoot. Some people don't mind shooting at 50mm or 35mm, so they may be ok with a prime. If I was mainly a photographer, I'd probably go with a zoom like a 24-70 f2.8. Does that make sense?

Hello! Just to clarify, you mean the Sony ZV-1f and not ZV-E1? I know its confusing, but if you have a fixed lens ZV-1f, you cannot attach the Sigma 16mm or really any "real" lens to the camera as those lenses are for Sony e-mount (detachable lens cameras) whereas yours is attached. HOWEVER, you can get these adapters which are really cool and can give you a wider angle field of view. Here's one: amzn.to/3KFpfnZ

Here's a cheaper one too: amzn.to/3VudVjQ

Thank you so much!!

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZtF_fMaFqLa7j5c.html

Typically 24mm is my favorite focal length, but the reason I didn't include them on the list was because of the crop in dynamic stabilization, you get closer to a 31mm. That being said, just as is, the 24 GM is fantastic! It's obviously expensive, so I'd also consider looking at Rokinon's 24 f1.8 (it's like $399 and great). There's also Sigma 24m 1.4 and 20m 1.4 which are slightly cheaper and super sharp. Here's my review of the Rokinon: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZtF_fMaFqLa7j5c.html

I think it's a great lens for vlogging... However, I'd buy the viltrox 16mm f1.8 instead because it's a lot cheaper, but the 14gm is a phenomenal lens for astro, street, or vlogging!

Yes, a lot of people have been mentioning that sigma as well. I really need to try it... Thank you, and greetings from Los Angeles!

Thank you! I was surprised at how much I liked that focal range...

I really appreciate that... Thank you so much!!

Ha thanks! And the 28mm without a crop isn't bad at all, it's just the zve1's crop turns it more into 37 or 38mm. But I still love the kit lens!

@@BrianCatalano yea with a crop, the 28mm isn’t the move lol

That's great to hear... And I appreciate the feedback, that helps me more than you know! What lens are you thinking of picking up?

I'm interested in the Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G ... I think this the ultimate lens for this camera given it's size... but the price... yea 😁... so I'm considering others now for everyday run and gun'' vlogging fit in your pocket setup. also looking at the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM... but pricey heavier and not pocketable.

@@adz-ql6kv those two would be on my list, if money wasn't an issue! I really want the 14... so expensive, but maybe worth selling four of these for one of those!

@@BrianCatalano yea. perhaps. :D

That's a great one and done lens! I'd love to have it... How's the size of it/the balance on the the zve1?

Ha ha... You're so welcome! I know, it is the double edge sword of a fast lens!

Thank you so much!!

I wish I had a really good recommendation here, but I sort of cheap out with nd filters, because I have a few. However, I do have this one which I am really happy with... and is there some color shifting? Maybe, but is it cheap? Yes... Yet, it gets the job done. Seriously, I use it all the time: amzn.to/3ozX2HO

@@BrianCatalano thanks! And if you aren’t worried about the money what’s the best one?

@@ACOB I think I would either get this NiSi because there isn't a color shift: amzn.to/3N3caXy Or this complete set: amzn.to/3oCPFzu And then there's the obvious choice with Peter McKinnon's but its expensive for such a limited range, so I'd probably get the 6-9 stops amzn.to/3OOhcsw BUT, that would probably my last choice, and I do like something like what FreeWell did, much more versatile: amzn.to/3WVwRs5 Hope that helps!

In my opinion, the zve1 is a much better camera because the sensor is so much better than the fx30. However, because of the fx30s body, the built in fan, dual card slots, xlr too handle, I would recommend it over the zve1 for wedding videography or serious client work... But with care, you could use the zve1 in all of those professional settings and get a better image in my opinion. How do you plan to use the camera? For clients or for personal use and travel?

@@BrianCatalano​​⁠i will use for KZfaq to review watches . I have a KZfaq channel. I wil use for KZfaq and influence. My clients are the watch brand I review their watch for KZfaq

@@AlexandreLacharme then I'd say the zve1 is the better choice as it's a far better video camera... And if you are ever worried about overheating, this cheap fan pretty much fixed it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/erR2YNCpsNG1lZs.html

Great question and not a simple answer! ...so from what I understand, the f stop of a lens is generally the same across any sensor size with regard to how many stops of light a lens will let it. An f1.4 APSC lens will allow the same amount of light in as an f1.4 full frame lens. However, in regards to depth of field and compression (blur in the background) an f1.4 APSC lens on a crop sensor or in crop mode will act more like an f2.1 lens because of the 1.5x crop... So with that logic, on the Sony ZV-E1 with dynamic active stabilization which crops in roughly 1.3x, an f1.4 will look more like an f1.8 lens while still allowing f1.4 stops of light in. Does that make sense?

@@BrianCatalano how about samyang 18 mm f2.8 for street travel video with dynamic stabilization. i think that is a full frame lens

@@imranalijafar so with dynamic stabilization, again which crops in roughly 30%, if you multiply both figures by 1.3 you get about 23mm f3.6... which is still great and why it's one of my favorite, budget wide angle lenses for tbe zve1!

You know, I haven't... I thought about it, but decided to get the 16-50 instead. Have you tried it?

@@BrianCatalano nope not yet .

Yes, the A7S3, FX3, FX6, and ZV-E1 all have the same sensor, but the ZV-E1 has their newest processor.

Oh wow. Ok. What a fantastic camera body. I'm really excited to pick on up once I raise the funds. Thanks!@@BrianCatalano

@@GettingNegative I know, it's crazy how affordable it is considering. That being said, it's still quite expensive, so good luck fund- raising. I know the struggle... Thank you!!

You are 100% right. However, the main reason I didn't include the 24 f2.8 may be silly, but because I've made like 4 videos in the past about it, I was worried I was going to sound like a broken record... so I was trying to add in an additional lens... But again, you absolutely correct. I love that lens. It has been my main travel lens with my A7C and it does work well with the ZV-E1, even if it is a bit tight with dynamic stabilization, but still better than the 27mm!

Here's my review of it on the fx3: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fZ94lM6pv5vch6M.html

Which is better this or 18mm 2.8

That's a brilliant idea and option! Now you've given me something else to pine after... Thank you!

@@BrianCatalano and it's so light! I tried out the 35-150 yesterday and it's super heavy and kinda clunky feeling for video since it's 2 to 2.8

@@lewisoninc I can only imagine how uneven that weight distribution would be with the 35-150... But envious that you got to play with it! Im going to see if I can find any deals on the 18-105

@@BrianCatalano yeah it didn't feel great.. made me not want to buy it at all, but on paper it looked amazing. there's something to be said about the small and light aps-c lenses there are....tha's what made me love the FX30....but now I use them for the zve1!

They all have auto focus except for the 7Artisans 35mm f.95 APSC lens

I really appreciate that... Thank you!

I really appreciate that... Thank you!!

That seems like a brilliant, one lens to have... Are you enjoying it or do you wish you had a different focal length?

That is a brilliant and difficult question! I think in some respects the 20mm f1.8 is the lens that I most covet, great for talking heads, product shots, vlogging, etc... But bad at portraits or anything telephoto, obviously. I don't know if that 1 lens exists. Sony makes the 20-70 f4 which is the focal range that makes the most sense to me, but if they could make that an f2.8, I'd consider that an ideal all around, one and done lens. You?

@@BrianCatalano tamron 20-40 f2.8. I don't have it yet. But I have been considering getting that one to replace all my lenses. just to be more minimalist. But sure would sure miss my 24-240 and the F1.4 lenses I own.

@@TomScryleus yeah, I think I'm striving for minimalism is most things, but until a 17-135mm f1.2 power zoom comes out, I will probably need at least 3 lenses. Kidding, sort of... I too want to try that Tamron and then maybe the 35-150... And one super fast f1.2 or f1.4, so I do think 2 to 3 lenses are possible

@@BrianCatalano why can't they just make a 14-300mm f1.2? how hard is that? :)

@@TomScryleus seriously... And make it affordable and compact!

Thank you!!

You're right it probably does (and/or it's likely easier to edit)! Sometimes dynamic XLR mics are hard to position and EQ. However, the in-body mic is the best in any Sony camera but if you forget the windscreen on a breezy day, as I often do, it can be impossible to clean up!

the mic sounds un natrual, funny your camera guys are so polished. @@BrianCatalano

@@OtterXtra that's fair! Might be time to upgrade the mic then!!

@@BrianCatalano sorry for semi troll comment. Dealing with many on another channel. Video was good, that mic just sounded fake. I’m looking for a lens for zv and you kinda breezed over me. Maybe a beginners guide best lens that shoots in auto all the time. Don’t even need to buy them, just the best bang for buck above the kit lens. Lost me in all the f stop stuff etc.

@@OtterXtra no worries at all, I appreciate you taking the time to come back and say that... and to remind me to also include less technical chat when discussing this stuff. As for lens options, it's really difficult to give a blanket best lens because I don't know what you like to film. All of these listed above are mostly for vlogging, so wide enough (18-24mm) to be able to flip the camera around and shoot your face. Some people only shoot others, and in that case people recommend prime lenses like a 35mm or a 50mm lens that is close to how our eyes see. Some people prefer zoom lenses like the kit lens, so a 24mm-70mm or a 24-105mm can do everything! The f stop is important for a few reasons. The smaller the number like an f1.4 or f1.8, the wider the opening of the iris of the lens, the more light can come in for shooting at night, also the more blurry the background will be, and the more expensive the lens! So my second lens that I bought was a Rokinon 24mm f2.8 which is wide and f2.8 is decent for low light and having a blurry background. All of the lenses mentioned in the video though work great in Auto! What do you like to shoot?

That's a fantastic, one and done, APSC lens, and with the zve1's dynamic stabilization crop, you're looking at something like a 23-100mm around a f4 depth of field for only $700!! Yes, that would be a great option as well. It's not a lens I own as I have decided not to invest too heavily into big and relatively expensive APSC zooms, as I do try to keep my footprint light when traveling. Yet I did just pick up Tamron's full frame 20-40 and that's also a lens I would add to an updated list here.. Thanks for sharing your pick!

You are definitely right, the GoPro is a fantastic deal; compact, very affordable and stable! However, I don't think it's fair to the GoPro to try and compare a sub 1 inch action camera to a full frame sensor like this one... Especially since that sensor just shot a feature length IMAX film due to its image quality and lowlight capabilities. I love my GoPro for so many reasons, and I do think it's underrated as a vlogging camera! Yet, having real depth of field and being able to film in any lighting condition is not comparable... Again, though, for the money with their hypersmooth tech, the GoPro is a beast--and even more now that you get log shooting in 10bit color. Hopefully one day, they will at least make a 1 inch sensor! I appreciate the comment, thank you!

Not even the same. Cant get the sane shots as Fullframe with slog.

@@JustinWu I have to agree with you!

LOL dude, you have 0 clue about the cameras xD

No way