*Advantages of 50mm f1.8:* - Cheaper $$$ - F1.8 (shallower depth of field) - a few grams lighter - Better in Low light (F1.8 vs F2.5) *Cons:* - Cheap build quality compared to G lens - Autofocus & sharpness not as good (but still work/ok) - A little bigger (but still compact nontheless) - No buttons, switches or aperture control - Doesn't look as nice/fancy *Advantages of 50mm f2.5 G:* 1) Smaller 2) Way better build quality (metal) 3) Much better sharpness/autofocus 4) Looks really nice 5) All the buttons & switches you need that are Customizable. 6) Comes in different focal lengths (G series have 24mm and 40mm for the same price too). 7) overall, a more quality lens. *Cons:* - More expensive - F2.5 is not as shallow as F1.8 - Not as good as F1.8 in Low light (but still very good). I recommend 50mm f1.8 for beginners or people on a budget who don't care much about super sharpness or speedy autofocus & shoot mainly in lower light scenarios. And I recommend the 50mm F2.5 G for more advanced photographers who don't care for the super shallow depth of field but want a small & light lens that still gives them plenty of "bokeh" when needed. These photographers are past the "bokehlicious" phase & use their composition, colour grading & story telling skills instead of just obliterating the background. Either way, go for the one you feel is most suitable for you based on your skills & budget. I got myself the 40mm F2.5 G lens. Should arrive in a couple of days.
@OliverWiehe
9 ай бұрын
WOW - GREAT comment - sounds like you should start a KZitem channel - Thx for taking the time with the pros and cons!!
@jarrydjackson361
4 ай бұрын
Great breakdown!
@ismagine
11 ай бұрын
I really wanted to watch the video but couldn’t keep it up with the volume of your voice. Low down the ambient noise and background music 😊
@JWS218
11 ай бұрын
Great video. Love the production and choice of music, especially since it goes with the story of you dropping your son off for his freshman year. I had the 50mm 1.8 and exchanged for the macro but saw the 2.8 and got curious. Might just go for the 2.8 this time around. Also, I wanted to say, keep doing what you're doing and ignore the unnecessary comments about your choice of music as well as how it blends with your voice. I heard you just fine, and the info was well received. People are just unhappy with themselves and think that things were created with their insecurities in mind. The bottom line is if you dont like something about the video, dont watch or build a bridge and get over it. Hope to see more videos. From you and thanks for this one.
@OliverWiehe
11 ай бұрын
Wow - your comment is great - Thx you and thx YOU! So funny "build a bridge and get over it" had me in tears (never heard that one before and I work in a middle). I think for Christmas I will ask for the 2.8 - I just enjoyed its size and the image plus the price - worth it! Thx again!!!
@d30gaijin
Жыл бұрын
Thing about the 50mm f/1.8 is auto focus is a bit sucky and noisy. But then again, it's hard to beat the price.
@OliverWiehe
Жыл бұрын
So true - having both f1.8 and f2.5 the 2.5s autofocus is fast but.... I do love the shallow depth of field in the f1.8 - thx for the comment
@DefenderJake
21 күн бұрын
Great video Mr. Wiehe!
@riorinaldi7606
9 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing the comparison, it is very helpful for me to decide which lens to buy
@OliverWiehe
8 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@thechappist
5 ай бұрын
I still like my NEX-5T! I held onto it as for whatever reason no affordable Sony cameras had a touch screen.. finally got a newer A7IV that had it. I dig that the lenses can still be used between the two.
@thelyric2333
6 ай бұрын
Such a great video🤓. I learned so much from it. You make everything look so effortless yet so thoughtful. I recently got the A7Cii with the 24mm F2.8 but it's too wide for my street photography. Now i think i'll get the 50mm F2.5.
@OliverWiehe
6 ай бұрын
Thx for the great comment - so cool you got the a7cii! Enjoy the 50mm f2.5 it's a fun lens!
@BrianCatalano
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video...and wow, seems bittersweet to send your boy off to school but also to have a nice family road trip! As far as the 50, I couldn't tell which one is better which makes me lean towards the cheaper one. I'm also still deciding what lens I'm going to rent but you're right, Lens Rentals couldn't make it any easier! Great video as always!!
@OliverWiehe
Жыл бұрын
Thx for watching - yeah, tough to drop off because he is 3 of 4 and only one is left a home. The house is quiet. Both 50mm are great, fun to shoot with them back to back!
@BrianCatalano
Жыл бұрын
@@OliverWiehe 3 out of 4 is a feat... I congratulate you and feel for you!
@jaxoncairns
Жыл бұрын
Love the 2.5
@jb-xc4oh
10 ай бұрын
The 2.5G is defintively sharper with better fast autofocus.
@OliverWiehe
10 ай бұрын
agree!
@JamesBJr-pe9lr
9 ай бұрын
6:19 - This explains the choice of music for this video.
@OliverWiehe
9 ай бұрын
Best connection between the music and this content creator! Thx for watching until 6:19 - Great Comment!
@JamesBJr-pe9lr
9 ай бұрын
@@OliverWiehe I watch the whole thing. Great information. I have the 40mm 2.5 and love it! Your 'swag' matches your music choice; far more entertaining than the typical generic KZitem background tracks everybody use.
@teacherburt
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for this beautiful and unique video.
@OliverWiehe
11 ай бұрын
Thxs so much! glad you liked it!
@fotosvond_
5 ай бұрын
The only thing this 2.5 G is useful for is its compact size. Yes, AF and IQ are great, but a standard zoom does gives you both, too. This lens is 700€. That is ridiculous. On the 1.8, the AF is outdated, however you get at least a considerable amount of more light. The winner in this comparison is ... Samyang 50/1.4 II. It's cheaper than the 50/2.5 G and even brighter than the 50/1.8, combined with an AF that is surely a lot better than the 50/1.8 while not being in the same league as the G lens. On the whole, this Samyang is a much better "deal", even though it is bigger.
@OliverWiehe
5 ай бұрын
Solid insight - thx for the comment - now I want to try the Samyang 50mm !
@fotosvond_
5 ай бұрын
@@OliverWiehe it depends what you consider more valuable. The samyang isn’t that sharp below f2 (at least my copy), but it combines a faster aperture with usable AF, so it has got what the other to either have or don’t have. If you use these 50s for photos only, I would stick to the 1.8, because AF isn’t such a crucial factor then. If you do video too, I‘d rather go with the Samyang because it’s cheaper than the 50 G and has a faster aperture in case you need it. Its 560€ in my area vs 650-700 for the Sony G. Last 7 months we have rarely seen any light so a 2.5 aperture isn’t really a win and a lens with more reserves as the Samyang is very welcome. The Samyang is the lens with the least amount of focus breathing, too. Significantly better than both of the GMs too. And while it’s bigger, it is very solid to hold. I like shooting with it.
@sundaypro
7 ай бұрын
Thanks. I will buy the F2.5. Buy cheap and you buy twice.
@thebeachoflife
Ай бұрын
what are you shooting this on? the vignetting and soft background is wild
@OliverWiehe
Ай бұрын
Great observation - used a travel teleprompter with Tamron 17-28 and it created a lot of vignetting because the lens "caught" the corner of the teleprompter! Which 50mm do you like?
@johndennis5233
8 күн бұрын
f/22 is the smallest - not the largest aperture!
@berndpape407
11 ай бұрын
nice report !
@OliverWiehe
11 ай бұрын
Thx - glad you liked it!
@FarithJamli
8 ай бұрын
For family portrait, what is the best Sony FE lens for beginner? Currently I am using Sony A7C with Sony FE 14mm F1.8 GM, but mainly for videos.
@OliverWiehe
8 ай бұрын
Thx for the question - I love the a7c keep the camera for a long time. Use a 50mm lens for a 85 mm lens. The Sony f1.8 is a great lens for a beginner and the price is even better. Thx for watching!
@FarithJamli
8 ай бұрын
Thank you for the response!@@OliverWiehe
@andivoelp
Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍👍👍
@magmaestudios3889
9 ай бұрын
Me Gustó mucho tu camisa #sonya7c ✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻
@theodoremolebatsi6383
Жыл бұрын
Can we be friends bro!? Good review, thanks
@josebrivera1716
11 ай бұрын
What’s with the rap music? It’s distracting and you are too old for that . Please, just shoot the video minsus the music.
@pr9047
11 ай бұрын
👎🏻
@Mr_tan_Man
11 ай бұрын
GET OUTA HERE STOP BULLYING MY TEACHER
@Mr_tan_Man
11 ай бұрын
HE'S NOT TOO OLD HE'S IN HIS 20'S
@Amateurprotographer
11 ай бұрын
Music preferences aren't defined by a governing body. The feedback you intended to deliver is that it may have been overpowering over his Speech, which is fair constructive criticism, however, you shouldn't denounce his video because You don't like his music tastes.
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