In my personal experience with the Sumire lenses, I found their unique characteristics to lend a certain artistic flair to the footage. The 14mm lens, for instance, exhibits a level of distortion that some might compare to a fisheye effect. This, to me, feels less like a flaw and more like a bold stylistic choice, offering a distinct perspective that could enhance certain creative projects.
Similarly, the apparent lack of sharpness near the edges, particularly noticeable when shooting at a close distance, contributes to a softer, more dreamlike quality in the image. This can be a desirable effect, depending on the filmmaker's vision. It's a reminder that sharpness isn't always the end-all in lens quality, especially when pursuing a more cinematic or ethereal look.
As we move up to the 20mm lens, the distortion becomes significantly less pronounced, striking a nice balance between creative expression and conventional framing. By the time we reach the 24mm lens, the distortion is virtually non-existent, offering a clean, natural image that still retains that signature Sumire aesthetic
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