Viltrox 16mm f1.8 vs Sony 20mm + 14mm: Ultimate Wide Angle Lens Battle

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  • čas přidán 22. 08. 2024
  • Is this new Viltrox 16mm f1.8 the best wide angle lens now for Sony e mount? Here's my review vs the 20mm f1.8 and the 14mm f1.8 GM. We'll test the stabilization for vlogging, autofocus, close focusing distance for macro, 3d pop and micro contrast etc. Pros and cons of the Viltrox lens for full frame.
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Komentáře • 168

  • @cameraconspiracies
    @cameraconspiracies  Před rokem +9

    If you buy today's gear through my affiliate links, you'll have the perfect lens for wide shots of the moon.
    Viltrox 16mm f1.8 bhpho.to/43b7hBn
    Sony A7S III amzn.to/3lLFaIx
    Sony 20mm f1.8 amzn.to/3qfXRGf or USED amzn.to/43aNtOP
    Sony 14mm f1.8 amzn.to/3WFeSpo or USED amzn.to/3IJXwlq
    Sony X3000 amzn.to/3NTkFFG
    Hazelnuts amzn.to/42audzr
    Instagram instagram.com/vegetablepolice/
    All my gear and recommended products can be found in my affiliate shop, thanks for shopping around! www.amazon.com/shop/vegetablepolice
    Topaz Video AI for enhancing and slowing down footage! www.topazlabs.com/topaz-video-ai/ref/1640/

  • @UnMoored_
    @UnMoored_ Před rokem +29

    x3000 is still flexing.

  • @nremac
    @nremac Před rokem +6

    "I don't have a camera" killed me 🤭 Thank you Kasey

    • @Sk8Wine
      @Sk8Wine Před rokem

      He's top quality! Also got me good.

  • @krazywabbit
    @krazywabbit Před rokem +7

    I could be wrong but the X3000 looks super cool on the vest. As if you landed on the flat earth to bring us affiliate links for breakfast.

  • @ruthlessrog1
    @ruthlessrog1 Před rokem +5

    Viltrox really has something going in the budget spaces. I got the 24 1.8 and LOVE how fast the AF snaps on video

  • @QuicknStraight
    @QuicknStraight Před rokem +16

    The Viltrox is quite good. They have several decent lenses out these days.

  • @VIRTUALJAPAN
    @VIRTUALJAPAN Před rokem +9

    Curious, what is the accessory you had on the x3000? A 3d printed nd filter mount?

    • @cameraconspiracies
      @cameraconspiracies  Před rokem +14

      Time will reveal all :)

    • @Panotaker
      @Panotaker Před rokem +2

      @@cameraconspiracies I know what it is, but I'll wait until you review it.

  • @ilaion11
    @ilaion11 Před rokem +1

    "OMG, that squirrel is back for more" :)))
    "Gordon Laing is the only one holding it with two hands"
    Man... this is so funny

  • @ImInFloridaBeaches
    @ImInFloridaBeaches Před rokem +7

    Can you do a video of the difference between shooting in pp11 straight out of camera vs. Whatever you do with the colors using the grey card using the a7Siii?

  • @AndrewBassonZA
    @AndrewBassonZA Před rokem +5

    that 16mm F1.8 performed rather decently, think on a scrub life APS-C camera it could work rather well, love the fact that it does not breath that alone is so dam awesome

  • @ronnieplanter6402
    @ronnieplanter6402 Před rokem +3

    My fav cam channel by far

  • @neilcameron434
    @neilcameron434 Před rokem +2

    Definitely the best Gordon Laing impersonator on the planet.

  • @WORTHITORNOT
    @WORTHITORNOT Před rokem +3

    Return of the Squirrel Whisperer

  • @fromagefrais
    @fromagefrais Před rokem +4

    How do you colorgrade that x3000? It's perfect

  • @FloriTravels
    @FloriTravels Před rokem +4

    You must have modified the X3000, in no other video of any CZcamsr does footage from the X3000 look as good as in this video.

  • @MinimalWave1982
    @MinimalWave1982 Před rokem +4

    can u explain what you put on your x3000?

  • @markifi
    @markifi Před rokem +4

    this is the first viltrox lens you've tested that i didn't immediately hate

    • @Eyeofkamau
      @Eyeofkamau Před rokem

      You don’t like the 75 1.2?

    • @USGrant21st
      @USGrant21st Před rokem

      but you did hate it in the end, didn't you?

    • @markifi
      @markifi Před rokem

      @@Eyeofkamau good point, i missed that one. the 75 mm 1.2 has a great image

  • @116Swimmer
    @116Swimmer Před rokem +1

    Lmao you actually put hazelnuts in your affiliate links lolllll

  • @StatementProd
    @StatementProd Před 8 měsíci +1

    1:52 god that is why I subscribed 😂

  • @hrod9393
    @hrod9393 Před rokem +4

    I'm still a bit of a camera novice. So basically these lenses are on the Sony A7S, a full frame sensor. So a 20mm on a smaller frame will be different, correct?

  • @jorgemoro5476
    @jorgemoro5476 Před rokem +1

    Already clicked approved and have only seen the ads…

  • @aengusmacnaughton1375
    @aengusmacnaughton1375 Před rokem +1

    "You would think 1mm makes no difference whatsoever, *IT'S EVERYTHING*" -- that is definitely what she said!

  • @seangaffney581
    @seangaffney581 Před rokem +3

    Had the 20 for some time and it's super sharp on my a7rii and I just recently got the viltrox 16mm and so far besides the wider pov it's hard to tell the difference. This lens is a steal of a deal.

    • @papaelf_
      @papaelf_ Před rokem +1

      Whats your thoughts after a month? I am in a pretty hard pinch between these two

    • @seangaffney581
      @seangaffney581 Před rokem +2

      @papaelf_ it's a toss-up. Sony lens pair best. I'll know soon as I'm headed to AZ Utah for 12 days taking them both for astrophotography..I'll post results at the end of the month

    • @bradl2636
      @bradl2636 Před rokem

      I have the Sony 20mm f1.8 G… under what circumstances do you find yourself reaching for the 16mm first? Have you compared low light/night performance with respect to CA, coma and astigmatism control?

    • @bradl2636
      @bradl2636 Před rokem

      @@seangaffney581Ah I should have scrolled down further… enjoy your trip to AZ..! I’m out in Western Australia. Looking forward to your thoughts on the 16mm for astrophotography..!

    • @papaelf_
      @papaelf_ Před rokem +3

      @@seangaffney581 You are awesome. I appreciate that. Im trying to start making content again and i just want to film my life. I do primarily photography but definitely want to dabble in video. Would you mind running a couple vid test, i feel better hearing from other people about their opinion on this lens. Do you think that the viltrox is a legitmate contender to the 20

  • @thissidetowardscreen4553

    That Sony X3000 is just so amazing! The lens review was great, really nice pairing! Thanks for sharing! So much great squirel footage and what is up with the Canadian bugs? :)

  • @lecolintube
    @lecolintube Před rokem +2

    14:33 I really like the reflections in your aviators. Almost a little like Morpheus. The cinema is ours!
    (You should go down that rabbit hole 🤩🙌).

    • @editingsecrets
      @editingsecrets Před rokem +1

      Oh, he's been down that hole more than once, my friend. And brought back some nuts for the squirrels.

  • @skyrunr
    @skyrunr Před rokem +1

    "I don't have a camera!..." That was hilarious. Also, a flashback to the Sony QX100! We don't need no bodies! I think the next APS-C Sony (A6700) with the 15f1.4G might be the ticket.

  • @JoATTech
    @JoATTech Před rokem +4

    This viltrox is kinda impressive. And is 60% of the sony 20mm f1.8 price ... only the weight is kinda off putting for weakling like me ... and also seems tomorrow S5IIX with 18mm F1.8 will arrive :D.

  • @david.stachon
    @david.stachon Před rokem +6

    Quite a pleasing image, but yeah, the minimum focusing distance is not great.
    ST profile is definitely working for you. Looks great!

  • @uhuhno6441
    @uhuhno6441 Před rokem +1

    6:34 I disapprove. Lenses, friends, family, pets ...they better be breathing.

  • @networm64
    @networm64 Před rokem +3

    X3000 color is more Canon than Canon!

  • @jayacustico9518
    @jayacustico9518 Před rokem

    That lens you are using in the studio at the beginning makes your head bigger when you are close to the lens you look like Jimmy Neutron 😂

  • @rusinsr
    @rusinsr Před rokem +3

    Are you kidding me, the X3000 footage actually looked sharper and with better contrast XD

  • @wolfgangwust5883
    @wolfgangwust5883 Před rokem +4

    I just stumbled upon the Sony FX3. Not exactly dirt cheap but very, very close to the perfect, video-centric camera. Did I miss anything?

    • @cameraconspiracies
      @cameraconspiracies  Před rokem +6

      No viewfinder.

    • @namesurname5256
      @namesurname5256 Před rokem +2

      No good s35 perfomance.

    • @POVwithRC
      @POVwithRC Před rokem

      ​@@namesurname5256 Not really a dealbreaker tbh

    • @POVwithRC
      @POVwithRC Před rokem +1

      Its pretty swell. My entire channel is that camera in low light for the most part. I gave the FX30 some love as well but returned to the 3. Feel free to take a look at my footage and if you have any questions lmk.

  • @NewDayOutdoors
    @NewDayOutdoors Před rokem +3

    I am considering selling my Sony 20 and buying this 16 for my a7Siii simply for the focus breathing issue. The 20 is horrible about focus breathing and since Sony hates us a7Siii users and will not give us a firmware update, the 16 might be the answer that I need.

    • @josepuente8852
      @josepuente8852 Před rokem

      Im doing the exact same

    • @yashika4k223
      @yashika4k223 Před rokem

      And me too, selling my 20mm

    • @papaelf_
      @papaelf_ Před rokem

      How does everyone feel about their decision? I’m so torn between the 20 1.8 and the viltrox 16. It would be my first ever wide angle lens

    • @bradl2636
      @bradl2636 Před rokem

      I use 20mm for stills (ok ok yes I’m a photographer infiltrator here) so breathing not relevant to my use but I’m surprised Sony hasn’t released a firmware update to address the focus breathing.

  • @ekjellgren
    @ekjellgren Před rokem +1

    Always an extra like for a Gordon appearance! 🎉

  • @WarChortle
    @WarChortle Před rokem +3

    I feel like the bokeh quality quite smeary looking... honestly the X3000 still the king. xD

  • @JohnsClicks
    @JohnsClicks Před rokem +4

    I think I prefer the Pany 9mm f/1.7- smaller, min-focus is way better, and more 3D POP!

    • @CanuckQuest
      @CanuckQuest Před rokem

      100

    • @USGrant21st
      @USGrant21st Před rokem

      it's equivalent to 18mm/3.4 on FF -- a totally different lens.

    • @JohnsClicks
      @JohnsClicks Před rokem +1

      @@USGrant21st Yeah, the slight amount of more blur isn't worth the massiveness of the Viltrox and Sony.

    • @USGrant21st
      @USGrant21st Před rokem +1

      @@JohnsClicks are you having hard time understanding the difference between 16/1.8 and 18/3.4?

    • @JohnsClicks
      @JohnsClicks Před rokem

      @@USGrant21st No. There's a slight difference in blur and the 16 is a little wider. It's not rocket science. The Panasonic 9mm is way lighter and more suitable for what I do.

  • @apollontv1078
    @apollontv1078 Před 6 měsíci +1

    "He's not wide enough..."
    😏😂😂

  • @keglerx
    @keglerx Před 11 měsíci +1

    any comparison of viltrox 16mm vs Sony 16-35 gm2? i know GM2 is much more expensive and most likely better but im wondering how much better?

  • @MartinF2
    @MartinF2 Před rokem +1

    Just test canon 16mm 2.8. I want to see you use it and say what's wrong with it?

  • @Nearest_Neighbor
    @Nearest_Neighbor Před rokem +8

    The x3000 astound me. And so does Sony as a whole these days... 🤦

  • @norbert_engel
    @norbert_engel Před rokem +7

    Every now and then I have to say it (again)...your content is absolutely hilarious AND very informative:)
    So thanks for putting in all the effort❤🙌

  • @danncorbit3623
    @danncorbit3623 Před rokem +1

    Squirrel + bee, the cinema was ours. I wish I had nice chocolate colored squirrels like you have in Canada. How do you do that? Do you roll them in soot? The thing about Viltrox is that now their stuff is decent. That's tough, because now we are forced to think, and that hurts. Do I want Viltrox, or first party, or this ludicrously expensive Leica lens? Life used to be simpler.

  • @mlentsch
    @mlentsch Před měsícem

    I didn't realize that I was playing you back at 1.5x speed.... it was perfect - check it out.

  • @legso777
    @legso777 Před rokem +1

    Nice green tones in this vid

  • @DanCreswell
    @DanCreswell Před rokem +1

    What use have I for hazelnuts when I can't buy a squirrel through your affiliate links to feed them to?

  • @markifi
    @markifi Před rokem +1

    i have the memory card sellotaped into the camera to remind me never to remove it

  • @astronomylivestream
    @astronomylivestream Před rokem +2

    Being 1.8… no night shots?

  • @brettrawlings7394
    @brettrawlings7394 Před rokem +1

    Squirrel shots were beautiful

  • @willyonamountain
    @willyonamountain Před rokem +2

    The 20mm G is wicked sharp (and it makes zero artifacts sun stars)

    • @Donbros
      @Donbros Před rokem

      Also its bokeh is amazing

  • @charliejg
    @charliejg Před rokem +1

    Great to see a good old dumpster vlog again!

  • @joeygwood
    @joeygwood Před rokem +3

    The X3000 is amazing! The camera industry really is going backwards.

  • @alessiobartolotti318
    @alessiobartolotti318 Před rokem +3

    Hello - Greetings from Germany !

  • @bradl2636
    @bradl2636 Před rokem +1

    It’s got almost no distortion 😮 a bit of vignette of course. Can custom button be configured for MF LOCK (e.g. astrophotography use)? Coma and astigmatism? Everyone knows the best vloggers walk around in the dark bumping into each other.

  • @mlentsch
    @mlentsch Před měsícem

    Brilliant. Subbed.

  • @toneohm
    @toneohm Před rokem +2

    I finally bought the Sony ZV-E1 so i can finally have a sleek autofocus camera that i can use to play cinema with myself like you do.
    Only i still need an AF lens.. need that 20mm 1.8 asap hoping i can score one open box for 500, 550.. God willing.. I've got like a dozen lenses but they're all manual..🙄
    I'm getting one or two of your shirts soon lol, love your content

    • @blade1535
      @blade1535 Před 12 dny

      He’s finally come around the the ZV-E1

  • @Bobsmithabc
    @Bobsmithabc Před 6 měsíci

    14mm is great after the active stab and breathing comp crops turning into a 16-17mm lens.

  • @KnifeGuy_
    @KnifeGuy_ Před rokem +1

    Will you please post a definition list of the terms you use? "Toneh"

    • @wnvanderwalt
      @wnvanderwalt Před rokem

      czcams.com/video/aQ8VodC19-g/video.html

    • @Big_Sierra
      @Big_Sierra Před rokem +1

      Look up “Toneh” and you will see the origin story. It’s worth the watch.

  • @paulcaskey
    @paulcaskey Před rokem +1

    What do you think of the Sony Aibo for vlogging? With the built-in microphone, is this their replacement for the X3000?

  • @MikeMena
    @MikeMena Před rokem +1

    Wow… that looks pretty good. I think 15mm is too wide, the corners get smeared and stretched on my RF 15-35mm.

  • @zandtussenjetenen
    @zandtussenjetenen Před rokem +2

    X3000 rules as always.. 🎉

  • @blackmamba6938
    @blackmamba6938 Před rokem +1

    The Viltrox has a sharper more saturated image that's more pleasing to the eye than the Sony.

  • @mariogarza28
    @mariogarza28 Před 11 měsíci

    Great Review !!!

  • @briandipierro8865
    @briandipierro8865 Před rokem +2

    The highlights of this look incredibly smeary compared to the glory of the RF24mm
    It's like my vintage Minolta lenses, has to probably be stopped down to 2.8 to coear it up

  • @kriszhli
    @kriszhli Před 7 měsíci

    Wait for LAOWA 10mm f2.8. It went crazy in China already, might soon be released in NA.

  • @AI3Dorinte
    @AI3Dorinte Před rokem +1

    Wow, actually I like this one. It's more than usable to my eyes.

  • @Sk8Wine
    @Sk8Wine Před rokem +1

    Casey, have you been drinking Fluorided water??? This was waaaay too positive for you. Did CSIS replace you with AI!??!?!

  • @stpetal
    @stpetal Před rokem +1

    40% on the Hazelnuts? I’m there for a pound.

  • @tempestfilmsph
    @tempestfilmsph Před rokem

    tell me what filter mount you got on the X3000 or DIE!!!

  • @bradl2636
    @bradl2636 Před rokem

    Update… so I ordered the Viltrox 16mm… My copy of this lens arrived with faulty AF out of the box and I am returning it for a refund. Not a good first impression of Viltrox.

  • @BrendanMacWade
    @BrendanMacWade Před rokem

    I like the aviators. There's a D-list Canadian rapper under the name Michael Rushden in Vancouver. This look gives me Michael Rushden vibes.

  • @geodude4real
    @geodude4real Před rokem

    Does the 20mm t1.8 focus breath on the a7siii, if so, is it bad? I'm tossing up between zv-e1 and the a7siii, AI-features aside, I think the only thing that tilts me to the zv-e1 is the focus breathing comp, if that is irrelevant for talking head shots where I might move forward and back, leaving auto-focus on, then I think I should just go for the a7siii for all the build quality and other advantages...

    • @geodude4real
      @geodude4real Před rokem

      i think i wrote this prematurely... at 7:00 now. I've watched this previously but I watch so many of your videos I have forgotten whether you cover my above question in this video already... I'll delete the comment / question if you do. Sorry

  • @StephenMcLeod
    @StephenMcLeod Před 11 měsíci +1

    this is a very odd video. I love it.

  • @Andoonline
    @Andoonline Před rokem

    Can we get a video on the Sl1 with magic lantern

  • @geodude4real
    @geodude4real Před rokem

    Was all this without using any nd filter?

  • @Chris_Lan
    @Chris_Lan Před 7 měsíci +1

    Haha omg, i make a video on the 16mm 1.8 as well. It's amazing in all specs but I am thinking to return it now :(

  • @Tuesday_Media
    @Tuesday_Media Před rokem

    What about 15 mm Sony g ?

  • @vincentw4881
    @vincentw4881 Před rokem

    Yea! Samyang diserves another look! TAMRON! LOWA! ?Canon 16mm?

  • @skyrunr
    @skyrunr Před rokem

    @5:50 the user error was yours ;) Different focus points!

    • @cameraconspiracies
      @cameraconspiracies  Před rokem

      Both focused on the bottles.

    • @skyrunr
      @skyrunr Před rokem

      @@cameraconspiracies Something seems off with the focus. Compare the scratches on the table, smallest photo frame, and background photos. I'm not a fan of Viltrox, but it can't be that bad. Shouldn't the Canon's longer FL provide a smaller DOF and more toneh? Redo at F2.8 on both?

  • @Diamondranchfarmstead
    @Diamondranchfarmstead Před 7 měsíci

    Is the lens still useable if the little screen goes out on it?

  • @AprilClayton
    @AprilClayton Před rokem +1

    The white trash Viltrox lens is perfect for filming my life. Flat and lacking pop is the look I need.

  • @radiozelaza
    @radiozelaza Před rokem

    If you want close focus, use a darn extension tube lol

  • @robertcapello
    @robertcapello Před rokem

    14mm with Clear Image Zoom?

  • @extragaaf
    @extragaaf Před rokem

    To catch a fly you need to move your hand VERY slowly towards them. Then they don’t see you coming.

  • @victorlolo2008
    @victorlolo2008 Před rokem +1

    Too bad they didn't make the lens lighter

  • @bradl2636
    @bradl2636 Před rokem

    I think I’m going to buy a spare copy of the Sony 10-18mm f4 OSS……

  • @RuXsel
    @RuXsel Před rokem +1

    heavier indeeeeddd

  • @DigiDriftZone
    @DigiDriftZone Před rokem

    Is there any fast 16mm or even 17/18mm prime without a stupid screen that's a bit less heavy than this 550g monstrosity?

  • @LazyMitchell
    @LazyMitchell Před rokem

    This lens actually has that visible 3D pop you always joke about.

    • @USGrant21st
      @USGrant21st Před rokem

      there is no such thing as 3D pop, it's just a joke

    • @LazyMitchell
      @LazyMitchell Před rokem

      @@USGrant21st Agree to disagree. The outdoor vlog comparison from 9:00 onward shows it.

    • @USGrant21st
      @USGrant21st Před rokem

      @@LazyMitchell how do you measure the 3D pop, and what are the units?

    • @LazyMitchell
      @LazyMitchell Před rokem

      @@USGrant21st You multiple 3 x D / po + p = there you go

    • @USGrant21st
      @USGrant21st Před rokem +1

      @@LazyMitchell I knew you were talking BS 😅

  • @Hobbies4Hire
    @Hobbies4Hire Před rokem

    Great job on the video Kasey! Thanks for making it. What about the 15mm APS-C lens from Sony? For that matter, Sigma also has a 16mm that might just have some toneh...
    A return of the Sony Action Cam?!?! HUZZAH!!!

  • @Joe_VanCleave
    @Joe_VanCleave Před rokem

    Thank you!

  • @DelmaRaySmithJr
    @DelmaRaySmithJr Před rokem

    alien black tar is the universal lube

  • @RafalGendarz
    @RafalGendarz Před rokem +1

    Got the 16-35 gm love it😂

  • @USGrant21st
    @USGrant21st Před rokem

    It's just too heavy, had they made f/2.8 for half the weight it would have been fine.

  • @GuruGulabKhatri973
    @GuruGulabKhatri973 Před 6 měsíci

    Why its not meant for landscape photography? I didn't get that. 16mm isn't enough for a landscape?

  • @AmisCorolla
    @AmisCorolla Před rokem

    you can always use 1.4x teleconverter

    • @Fessoid
      @Fessoid Před rokem

      Sonys? It works on certain lenses

    • @AmisCorolla
      @AmisCorolla Před rokem +1

      @@Fessoid it was supposed to be a joke, that no one getted. :D

  • @sorrybut_TRUTH_hurts
    @sorrybut_TRUTH_hurts Před rokem

    brother, have you maybe tried the glimmerglass vs black pro mist?

  • @krzysiekwtokio
    @krzysiekwtokio Před rokem

    Follow Up to my old comment,. So I went to Sony's headquarters, but they told me that they will fix that camera problem with their next software update...

  • @spatnaspolecnost
    @spatnaspolecnost Před rokem

    You call that wide? You can barely fit kylo ren into that field of view.

  • @kevinkillsit
    @kevinkillsit Před rokem

    The Laowa 15mm F2 was the first FF Sony lens I bought. still great piece just MF