The second episode of the SLR Magic series goes over the bigger and heavier Anamorphot 2.0x-50, closer to a double focus system, it doesn't perform so well at fast apertures, which let me down a bit. The Rangefinder turns it into a much better lens, so keep an eye for next week's video! USEFUL …
I was drawing my plans for next year and started to think a good (better?) Anamorphic Guide might be something interesting to work on. EOSHD's guide is barely ok and now that I look at my own guide, it has its flaws plus there's a ton of things I learned AFTER writing it that could benefit future …
First episode of the SLR Magic series, starting with their debut anamorphic adapter, the 1.33x-50, I really enjoyed having this lens around and going out to shoot with it. I even went beyond the standard tests and shots just to get to know it better. If I didn't have too many Centuries, I'd …
I struggled for a while trying to come up with a solution for mounting baby anamorphics. Thankfully, Rapido Technology showed up and solved my issue. Here's a quick video about their clamps for anamorphic adapters! USEFUL LINKS: Get a Rapido Clamp on eBay Rapido Technology's website Watch my review …
I've been meaning to shoot this since I got the Rectilux, but only recently was able to get my hands on the 85mm f/1.2L II, so here it is, Halloween shot on full frame, high ISOs - it's a bit grainy - and the shallowest depth of field, with every shot at f/1.2. USEFUL LINKS: Look for a Canon EF …
After reviewing the Iscorama 36, I thought it would be a good idea to talk about the Cine Conversion offered by Van Diemen, making an artillery shell out of amazing anamorphic glass. USEFUL LINKS: Look for an Iscorama on eBay Van Diemen Broadcast's website Watch my review of the Iscorama 36 All the …
The Holy Grail of anamorphic adapters. I mean, really. Everyone wants these and they're paying top dollar for a reason. For several reasons, actually! USEFUL LINKS: Look for an Iscorama on eBay Download the full resolution sample images Watch my review of the Van Diemen Cine-Iscorama Conversion All …