18 December 2015

sony 16mm f2.8 lens video test

18 December 2015 · 7:16

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Summary

Cut trees expose a previously hidden house and occupants; the speaker dislikes the resulting privacy loss and changed appearance. Sony 16mm f/2.8 test finds limited close focusing and no optical zoom, requiring digital zoom or iMovie cropping for close-ups. Background blur is good and autofocus feels faster, but shaky walking footage postpones a £400–£500 stabilization upgrade for 1–2 years.

Insight

Practical testing accepts minor gains while cost delays a smoother-camera upgrade.