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July 29th, 2003, 04:18 AM
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Manual vs Auto lens
Any one have a pointer to a site with some good image captures that illustrate the difference in image sharpness between the XL1s standard (automatic) and manual lenses?
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August 1st, 2003, 09:24 PM
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American Cinematographer did resolution tests when they reviewed the XL1s and the Mini 35. That was at least a year ago. They printed resolution charts in the mag. and the manual lens was clearly superior. While, I don't shoot resolution charts for a living, they can provide a benchmark for evaluating some performance criteria. I've always found my 14X much sharper than the 16x (white) lens. I never shoot the same subject side by side, but similar shoots always looked better with the 14X. The only thing I really like about the 16X is the IS.
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August 2nd, 2003, 06:07 AM
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I'm planning to get the 16x manual lens. Aside from reported acuity advantages, there's also the issue of focusing during a zoom -- something that I run into occasionally when doing a "run-and-gun" job.
The standard Canon lens can only zoom -or- focus. But not both at the same time. It's not an issue for a manual lens that can do both simultaneously. Also, there's apparently less of an issue regarding back focus with the manual lens. It's a major issue with the stock IS lens. Dean Sensui Base Two Productions |
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August 5th, 2003, 04:30 AM
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Is the American Cinematographer article available on line?
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August 5th, 2003, 05:54 AM
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The ASC magazine is available here. But the issue I'm referring to is not listed in their archives.
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