New generation of Auto Focus lenses now available with E and EF Mounts Lenses Auto Focus is here to stay and whilst this is not a panacea to force all focus-pullers to retrain, the increased adoption of Full Frame (which necessarily makes focussing more critical than S-35 or APSC formats) and the enhanced development of the technology, makes this functionality more useful and as a result, we are noticing an increased interest in it.
What real world Cinematographers think about using Infiniprobe lenses Cinematography, Lenses The Digital Cinema Society presents an exploration of Micro/Macro cinematography with three DPs including Bill Bennett, ASC, James Mathers, and Cameron Cannon. The trio photograph a variety of shots in order to evaluate these exceptional lenses and also share their insights in behind-the-scenes coverage.
Some S-35 zooms already cover FF (you just didn’t know this!) Lenses This is an extremely brief article to help to explain a lesser-known but extremely valuable tip. In summary, film zooms designed to cover S-35 sensors, will also cover Full Frame as well IF used with a 1.5x extender and this is built into several zoom lenses already, such as the Canon Cabrio zooms.
Macro and Micro Cinematography Cinematography, Lenses We all love to see images of extreme magnification to show a world which we can’t experience with our own eyes but just like all cinematography, this is hard to do well. The choice right lens for the specific shot is key and this article aims to explain the differences between Close Up, Macro and Micro photography/cinematography and in particular, to introduce the cinematographer to a relatively recent new type of lens, which are called Nelsonian Lenses made by Infinity Photo-Optical and which use microscope techniques to create unique images which are not possible using traditional optics.
Beginner’s Guide to Depth of Field Cinematography, Lenses This article is written mainly for those who want to know the very simple concepts which allow camera operators to manipulate the Depth of Field in order to make them look more cinematic.
An account of a successful Sigma Lens Day held on 13 February 2020 at VMI Lenses VMI held a Sigma lens day on 13 February 2020 in London.
A VMI guide to lens extension tubes and diopters to reduce the minimum focus distance of lenses. Cinematography, Lenses Connecting a lens tube behind the lens will move the lens farther away from the camera’s film plane or digital sensor, which allows the lens to focus much closer than … Read more
Anamorphic and Full Frame Lens Tests, including a 57 Video Playlist. Lenses Do you ever wonder what a Zeiss Supreme looks like next to a Zeiss Masterprime? or what about a Tokina Vista next to an ARRI Signature prime, or even how … Read more
VMI evaluates the Canon Sumire Primes – the first Canon lenses designed with character Lenses Canon’s latest lens group, the Canon ‘Sumire’ lenses have landed at VMI and 2 sets of 14mm-135mm primes are now complete.
E-Mount Lenses – perfect for the Sony FX9, FS7, AS7 & FS5 Cameras, Lenses Article introducing the native E-Mount lenses
VMI Guide to Film Lenses Lenses Article introducing the differences between film lenses and explaining the terms and factors which distinguish them.
2016 Film Zoom Lens Comparison Chart Lenses A very useful chart including all current film zoom lenses in a table and compariring useful data including image coverage, front diameter, weight, min T stop etc.Compiled by Tom Fletcher and Gary Adcock and reproduced with kind permission from Tom Fletcher
Sigma Cine Primes and Zooms – all you need to know Lenses This article seeks to introduce the range of Sigma Cine Primes, Classic Primes and Film Zooms and to explain why we like them as much as we do.
2016 Anamorphic Prime Lens Chart Lenses Compiled by Tom Fletcher and Gary Adcock with information gathered from numerous conversations with various cinematographers, colorists, colleagues and manufacturers and reproduced with kind permission from Tom Fletcher. Click on the chart to … Read more
What it is like to shoot with Uncoated Lenses – Duncan Telford DoP Cinematography, Lenses DoP Duncan Telford shot a Weetabix commercial with Uncoated Cooke Mini S4s and describes in this article what it is like to shoot with uncoated lenses and how this look varies between different types of lenses
UNCOATED lenses – what you need to know Cinematography, Lenses This article seeks to explore the effects that removing the lens coatings can have on an image. ‘uncoated lenses’
Why are Zeiss MasterPrimes so Good? Lenses DoPs will tell you that lenses are what really count in a quality production to influence not only the look and depth of field of the programme but how different … Read more
LENS COVERAGE AND CAMERA COMPARISON TOOL Cinematography, Lenses This is an excellent application written and designed by Sam Measure of CVP. Every day customers ask us a variation on this question: “Will this lens cover that sensor?” … Read more