This lens is a little gem. It is VERY sharp for both near, mid-ground, and infinity subjects-- and has absolutely gorgeous bokeh. For the reviewers rating this lens as "soft", I'm going to suggest that your technique is bad. I set my focus magnification on my Z7 (used in DX mode for this lens) to 200%. I never use the focus peaking, because it covers up the hard lines where I need to judge focus. At 200% magnification with no focus peaking I am getting incredibly sharp images from this lens! DOF is razor thin (even when stopped down a bit) much more so than people realize. A fraction of a fraction of a turn of the lens barrel, and suddenly you're out of critical focus. There are other guides to getting sharp images, of course, but first make sure you are TRULY nailing the focus before you judge this lens. Also wanted to mention that this lens focuses as close as 11" (great for throwing backgrounds out of focus) and is very light at 171 grams. Focus barrel and declicked aperture ring are as smooth as butter. This lens does flare when directed at a strong light source-- clever photographers will use this to their advantage. Overall, I'm beyond thrilled with this lens. I've been shooting for 45 years with all kinds of cameras and lenses, and let me tell you I'm beyond impressed with this lens!! BUY IT!
Brightin Star 35mm F1.7 Large Aperture APS-C Manual Focus Prime Fixed Mirrorless Camera Lens, Fit for Sony ZV-E10, A7IV, A640
4.2 | 125 ratings
Price: 199
Last update: 08-15-2024
About this item
| Brand | brightin star |
| Focal Length Description | 35 mm |
| Lens Type | Standard |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony E |
| Camera Lens Description | 35 mm |
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 1 x 1 x 1 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.28 pounds |
| ASIN | B0CFXLYKJN |
| Customer Reviews |
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars
125 ratings
4.2 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #19 in Mirrorless Camera Lenses |
| Date First Available | August 17, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | BRIGHTIN STAR |
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sonya ziegler
Blown away!
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2024
G.L. Pease
Performs beyond its price
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2024Ken Y
Rich, gorgeous colors, but also image softness gives a certain personality to this lens
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024
Ken Y
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024
The lens is weighty feeling for its size, signifying the all metal build. The focus and aperture rings are nicely damped, though a bit scratchy out of the box. The aperture ring is declicked, which is good for those shooting video. The primary reason you get a fast lens like this is to blur out the background (bokeh), and this lens certainly does a good job of this, with soft creamy bokeh in garden shots that bring out the main subject. The colors are rich and vibrant, and this is one of the primary strengths of this lens. I've included multiple images taken with the lens as samples.
Unfortunately, the lens also exhibits softness in the image quality when you look more closely, especially with high contrast lines. There is some fringing that limits the resolving power and causes fine details to get lost. You can see this in some of the indoor close-up photos I've included. This can give subjects a "dreamy" feel, which some might appreciate. But a clinically sharp lens this is not.
And that's one of the things with cheap manual lenses: they have personality, and part of the fun is learning the personality of the lens and seeing what kind of shots it works well, while understanding that it will have limitations that make it not work so well with other shots. So hopefully this review gives you a sense of what the "personality" of this lens is like, and help you in deciding whether to add it to your kit.
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Danté Charles Crichlow
My new best friend
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2024
Danté Charles Crichlow
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2024
It’s only been a few days with this lens (and this camera) and I can adamantly say I know I won’t grow tired of using it. There is a skill curve with this manual focus if you’re looking to take images quickly, or your subject is at a large distance and you want to be at the most open aperture of .95. But to me, I’ve been viewing that as an epic challenge, it’s caused me to think differently and really go out and practice often.
I was looking for a camera and lens that I would feel excited by, I researched through the other affordable f .95 lenses and landed here for the clickable aperture, the sharpness you can achieve when you get it right, and it’s travel size. I feel like a kid again, taking my camera out at every single thing that excites me.
As a professional photographer, being able to play often is also training grounds for improving when I have to deliver on shoots the next time.
I probably wouldn’t use this lens for event photography or anything that requires a fast pace. But definitely portraiture and studio work. But I really enjoy feeling like I’m not limited by a film camera but can still attain that timeless feel whenever I want to pull this dude out. My new best friend.
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Phillip L.
Not a Full Frame Lens, false Advertising
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2022
Phillip L.
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2022
This should be listed as an APS-C lens as any APS-C lens can be used on full frame cameras but the result will be a downgrade in resolution or a heavy vignetting. I'll admit the posting discloses it in a small asterisk, however they should be far more forthcoming with that information.
If you own a full frame camera I recommend saving your money.
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