SEL24F18 vs SEL35F18

[QQeka]

Hi.

I am trying to get some equipment for weddings video.

So here is the deal.

First of all I need a lens to be good in dark and inside work.

24 and 35 is kinda big difference if You shoot in small room.

But SEL24F18 doesn't have OSS...

But most of the time i will use it with Steadicam wieldy + dual arm + vest/Tripod/Slider

Used 1 SEL24F18 i found for only 500 euros.

New 1 SEL35F18 cost around 400 euros.

The thing is. Will it be a big difference With OSS or w/o OSS for me with Steadicam?

PS: I have no experience with Steadicam yet. Ordered Steadicam from China and it will arrive only after 10 days. But i don't want to loss a chance to buy good used ziess lens.

[smrpix]

With a steadicam (a REAL steadicam?) it shouldn't make any difference. The 24 is going to display less bumpiness than the 35 normally because it's wider. But if you're spending this much on a lens you know this already.

So ultimately it's an aesthetic and judgement call. Is some minor handheld motion acceptable or must it be absolutely fluid (and most likely somewhat tilted if you've never used steadicam before?)

[QQeka]

With a steadicam (a REAL steadicam?) it shouldn't make any difference. The 24 is going to display less bumpiness than the 35 normally because it's wider. But if you're spending this much on a lens you know this already.

So ultimately it's an aesthetic and judgement call. Is some minor handheld motion acceptable or must it be absolutely fluid (and most likely somewhat tilted if you've never used steadicam before?)

I never useded steadicam cam beffore so thats why I am asking.
But i already bought SEL24F1.8 it just perfect lens for low price cant miss that chance

[Cornucopia]

My recommendation is: once your "steadicam" arrives, practice, Practice, PRACTICE.

Scott

[QQeka]

My recommendation is: once your "steadicam" arrives, practice, Practice, PRACTICE.

Scott

I read alot of articles on how, watched lots of Youtube video so its all i am going to do practise
Some ppl say OSS adds more stabilization to movie others say just shut it off and i get confused...

[smrpix]

There's no single right answer. Depends on the situation. OSS can actually add unwanted drift to the ends of pans and zooms that are done on tripods, for example. It can also add jello effect if you're holding steady on a speaker who's moving subtly closer and further from the camera. On the other hand, it can be really helpful for reducing wind, floor and hand vibration. On a 24mm prime lens (assuming a 35mm-equivalent sensor) it's not likely to make a lot of difference.

And do practice as Scott says. A steadicam's worse than useless if constantly readjusting it makes you miss all the important shots.