Sirui offers affordable anamorphic lenses for both APS-C and full-frame cameras. In this video I want to compare the difference between the Saturn and Venus series of Sirui glass.
I was too! I kinda fell into this review when I was sent the wrong lens, the Saturn. Before I returned it, I had the Venus in my hand and decided to do a short comparison to see which one I liked better. I’m so glad this accident happened because I ended up, loving the Saturn much more! Cheers!
The Venus' design is synchro focus, the anamorphic elements are moving. That means its a 1.6x squeeze at infinity, but like 1.45 or 1.5 at close focus.
Yeah the Venus Ana-lens is located in the base rather than the end. If anything it should be more consistent. I've never heard any other reviews mention an issue with this. Any chance you got a dud?
Focal length is simply the point where the lens is at its "optical center" IT DOES NOT dictate field of view. Let me repeat that... focal length doesnt dictate Angle/FOV... you can expect a certain fov range at say 50mm typical listed in degrees... Try out 10 different 50mm lens on the same camera and due to this and other factors you will see a slight variation in whats in frame.
Focal length does indeed influence the field of view. A 24mm provides a wider field of view, while a longer focal length such as an 85mm gives a narrower field of view. And while it is true that different lenses/ same focal length can have slight variations in FOV due to design differences, coatings, and optics, these variations are generally minimal, with the sensor size determining the primary FoV. While slight variations can occur between different lenses of the same focal length, the fundamental relationship between focal length and field of view is consistent and significant.
In Asia, I think it should be closer to seer-ree, from my memory of Chinese class (going by Pinyin rules, "i" is pronounced more like an e). But it's been a while, so I may be a little off. Just got the 50mm Saturn. Can't wait to "really" try it out tomorrow! Thanks for the video!
@@mdcorbett Fantastic! I can't wait to add the 50 to my list! I'll have to find the video where the CEO of Sirui answer in interviewer about the pronunciation.
Dipping my toes into Anamorphic. What would you recommend to start with, acquiring a single lens at a time as budget permits, 35mm, 50mm, 75mm or larger? I suspect 35mm to start, but would love your opinion. Probably bundle the SIRUI 1.25x Anamorphic Adapter with the first lens purchase to make it 2x de-squeeze, probably improving the bokeh.
That's a great question and it really depends on what you're shooting and what distance you have between camera and subject(s) The 35 is more like a 22mm, the 50 like a 31mm and the 75 will give you more a focal length of a 47mm. You can get magnification dioptors for well under $50 for these that'll allow you to get closer toy our subject, but the background will be completely blurred. I think the 35 & 75 make a great combo but I started with the 35. Hope tatb helps! Thanks!
This video came at a perfect time for me. Now that I have the BMCC6K, I'm ready to get some affordable anamorphic glass. From your examples I can clearly see that I prefer the Saturn over the Venus. Now I just need to decide if it's blue or neutral flares. Personally, I really like the blue - but when shooting for clients it could be a problem. In any case, thanks for the video - I was hoping someone would help me out with some examples, your video was just the ticket.
This is great to hear. I love it! I went through the same decision and luckily fell into a scenario where I was sent the wrong version. I had some time wth both on hand to try out. I love the Saturns and will probably add the 50mm eventually. Thank you again for this, and that you're going to love that BMCC. Keep us posted on it.
But before the anamorphic, I need to find a solid standard zoom (~24-70mm). I'm struggling with this because the very fine Sigma Arts aren't stabilized unless I go back to adapting the older gen DG OS HSM from EF or F. Further complications arise considering I have a set of inexpensive Rokinon DS primes which are Nikon F (which work fine), but if I simply adapt the Art OS lens, I will lose the electronic functions, but keep the OS. If I try and save the electronics, I have to spend another $$ on an active EF to L adapter. And then there's the Panasonic S and S Pro which also have issues. Do you have any experience with this apparent quagmire? Am I too concerned with getting stabilization, do I really need the electronic functions?
