Re: Eclair ACL zoom lenses vs. primes ... the Angenieux 12-120

[Warren <wy@warrenyeager.com>]

I shot a feature with an Arri SR2 and Zeiss primes.  I used my ACL with my
Ang. 9.5 - 57mm for some second unit shots.  The zoom lens had noticeably
less resolution than the primes.  I'm fine to use my zoom lenses (I have a
12 - 120 as well) for small, low budget projects, but for anything where
there's money or reputation at stake, I'll pick up a set of primes.

I almost always opt for primes when shooting 35mm as well.  I figure if
we're spending the money, why not go top notch?

Warren Yeager, SOC
www.warrenyeager.com
----- Original Message -----
From: <valexander@stan.csustan.edu>
To: <EclairACL@topica.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2002 5:20 PM
Subject: Eclair ACL zoom lenses vs. primes ... the Angenieux 12-120


> Hi, there!
>
> I'm still hoping to generate some discussion on zoom lenses vs. primes.
>
> I know the subject may be cut and dry for some, but, for example, the
> Angenieux 12-120 zoom lens is standard on many Eclairs and Arris. How does
> it compare to prime lenses across the board. There are many situations
when
> you can't switch lenses while shooting documentaries. There are situations
> when the use of the zoom lens will allow you to shoot better and get more
> shots in focus. Is it possible that technically the zoom lens is superior
to
> some prime lenses?
>
> Cordially
>
> Vic

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