In this article I will show lots of sample video using the Sony E-Mount 18-105mm f/4 OSS Powerzoom lens. I used the new e-mount Sony alpha A6000 for all the filming and audio as well.
Starting with some around the house footage of Layla, then moving on to some real world zoom and transition testing. After that I bring in the camera slider and I try and show what sliding and zooming looks like at the same time with a waterfall scene. Next, it’s into the New Lab for some quick zoom testing and a Dolly Zoom effect attempt with the camera slider 😉
Lastly, I will share some behind the scenes of the studio and lab area in very low light and then into the garage for a quick fun break if you are curious. I may have to do that again later today if I get time, but projects around the house also have to get done….
Here is the video footage and please feel free to ask questions or comment below as always.
Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS Lens – Sample Video and Lens Testing
Be sure to select the HD Quality for the best viewing experience. It may take a few minutes to load depending on your connection, but it looks much sharper and then you can go full screen!
A few A6000 and selp18105g snapshots from the past few days..
Closing Remarks
That is about it for now, but I am loving this camera and lens combo for real world video and regular photography! The ~ effective 158mm range with the 1.5x crop factor, really is enough zoom for most everyday use, and the with the A6000 High ISO as good as it is, the constant f/4 aperture is totally usable for video and photography of all kinds.
I also find it very impressive how variable, smooth, and quiet the SELP18105g lens is while zooming and focusing. I can’t even hear it in the original video footage and did not adjust or edit the audio. The camera slider is pretty audible though 😉 The A6000 also renders the video really well and it’s way better than my Nex-6 in that area. Focusing while recording video is also much better and more accurate with the A6000 than my Nex-6. The Nex-6 was good, but in low light it would wonder much more often. The A6000 does not have that issue near as much, and once you learn the focus system a bit, it can be worked with.
Gatta go to the Home Depot, so sorry for the rush article and have a great day!
I’ll catch up with you all later,
Jay
