{"id":162560,"date":"2021-12-28T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-28T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=162560"},"modified":"2022-03-30T13:24:15","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T18:24:15","slug":"probe-lens-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/probe-lens-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Is It Worth Buying a Probe Lens in 2022?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id=\"lets-talk-about-the-most-popular-probe-lens-on-the-market-and-if-its-worth-the-investment-or-if-you-should-just-stick-to-renting\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let&#8217;s talk about the most popular probe lens on the market, and if it&#8217;s worth the investment . . . or if you should just stick to renting.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you ever wondered what it&#8217;d be like to film the inside of a bottle? What about seeing every pore on a person&#8217;s face? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Okay, that might not sound as enticing, but the possibilities are endless if you have enough light to work with and a probe lens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, let&#8217;s discuss working with a probe lens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-probe-lens\"><span id=\"what-is-a-probe-lens\">What Is a Probe Lens?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NjPnwGOgcAE?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A probe lens is a macro-style lens capable of capturing footage of tiny objects and things in everyday life with an insanely close focusing distance. They&#8217;re long and skinny lenses with small <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/aptolux-launches-aptolux-mp1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">LED lights<\/a> wrapped around the end of the lens, due to the stopped-down aperture of the lens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of writing this, at the end of 2021, the only &#8220;probe lens&#8221; widely available on the market is the Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f\/14. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are smaller brands that have periodically released probe lenses in the past\u2014like the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.innovision-optics.com\/prod\/probe2.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Innovision Optics Probe II<\/a> and the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cameraquip.com.au\/rentals\/lenses\/special-lenses-accessories\/t-rex-superscope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">T-Rex Superscope<\/a><meta charset=\"utf-8\">\u2014but, overall, the Laowa is the go-to probe lens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lens has mount options for literally every type of mount, even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/panasonic-leica-dg-vario-summilux\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Leica<\/a>. So, whatever system you&#8217;re shooting with, Laowa has a probe lens for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"venus-optics-laowa-24mm-f-14-probe-lens\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f\/14 Probe Lens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2LavLmLKOIA?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Let&#8217;s go over the specs real quick:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The lens weighs 1lb<\/li><li>16 inches in length<\/li><li>24mm lens<\/li><li>27 glass elements throughout the barrel to achieve a wide macro lens<\/li><li>Focuses from 2:1 macro to infinity f\/14-f\/40<\/li><li>LED ring light at the end of the lens for getting up-close-and-personal with your subject\u2014the light quality isn\u2019t optimal, but it\u2019s better than nothing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One thing to note: Due to the lens being significantly stopped down (f\/14), make sure the lens and camera sensor is immaculately clean. Any dust, dirt, or specs will show up on your shot. So, just be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/taking-care-of-lenses-outer-space-english\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">clean it up<\/a> as best as possible because you might not see the dust on your monitor while shooting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should also be mindful that keeping your products clean. It&#8217;s extremely important to keep anything you&#8217;re shooting spotless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, the lens is waterproof, which really raises the bar for what&#8217;s possible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/blog\/shooting-videos-photos-underwater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">underwater photography\/videography<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/1445643-REG\/venus_optics_ve2414cc_24mm_f_14_laowa_probe.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Roughly $1,599<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-it-can-be-awesome\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why It Can Be Awesome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VMuf2bHdGrY?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, I know for most of this article I talk about using the lens to shoot <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/complete-guide-shooting-product-shots\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">product shots<\/a>. While that might be the majority of what shooters use it for, I think one of the best examples of pushing its capabilities to the limit and trying new things is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amiafilmmaker.com\/about-us\/todd-blankenship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Todd from Am I A Filmmaker?<\/a>, with his breakdown of using the lens for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/mandalorian-miniatures-sfx-and-vfx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">VFX sequences<\/a> and miniature work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, let this be a solid example of a &#8220;pro&#8221; for the lens. You can nail old-school <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/7-diy-filmmaking-techniques-wheelchair-dolly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Hollywood filmmaking techniques<\/a> and flex your chops with miniature <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/practical-vfx-vs-cgi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">practical effects<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-it-might-sit-on-your-shelf\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why It Might Sit on Your Shelf<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XAyYeGzs144?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like any piece of gear, at this point, you know that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/classic-cinema-cameras-bargain-prices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">most cameras<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/old-school-looks-the-5-best-vintage-lenses-for-under-250\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">lenses<\/a> being released are of exceptional quality. Technology has advanced enough that we don&#8217;t really get crappy products being released to big hype around the filmmaking world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, if you know it works, and the results are stellar . . . why would someone not really want this lens? Well, look at it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A couple of reasons why this lens isn&#8217;t the lens of your dream<meta charset=\"utf-8\">\u2014it isn&#8217;t something that easily fits into your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/camera-bags-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">camera bag<\/a>. You really need to bring a probe lens designated case or spot in your bag. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s also exceptionally long, adding a crazy amount of space needed for your camera to be in position. You also need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/5-tips-keeping-tripod-shots-stable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">stable tripod<\/a> or slider to get any usable shots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"is-it-worth-it\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is It Worth It?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Laowa 24mm f\/14 2x Macro Probe lens footage\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/288925924?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"500\" height=\"211\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re regularly shooting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/tips-better-product-shots-commercials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">product shots and commercials<\/a> focused on small products, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/blog\/capture-the-beauty-of-wildlife\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">wildlife photography<\/a><meta charset=\"utf-8\">\u2014yes. If you&#8217;re not doing those things<meta charset=\"utf-8\">\u2014no. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re not shooting this product-focused content, then you&#8217;ll definitely not get your money&#8217;s worth, and it might end up sitting on your shelf for months on end. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if you&#8217;re not and happen to book these shoots occasionally? Just rent the lens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I think when the lens was initially released, there was definitely a vibe of it already being a &#8220;hyped&#8221; release. It offered up cool imagery and frankly looked absolutely crazy. Similar to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/rise-fall-of-the-gopro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">GoPro<\/a> or anything <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/dji-ronin-4d-camera-gimbal-reveal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">DJI<\/a> puts out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">YouTubers had the lenses sent to them with glowing reviews saying it produced incredible shots, only to then never show up on their channel again<meta charset=\"utf-8\">\u2014womp womp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good luck in the coming year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A few more gear-related articles for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/favorite-articles-of-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Our Favorite Articles of 2021<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/mini-drones-more-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Attack of the Mini Drones \u2013 Smaller Crafts Can Offer More Value<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/youtubers-for-creative-cinematography-inspiration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">5 YouTubers to Follow for Creative Cinematography<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/elgato-master-mount-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Elgato\u2019s Master Mount System Is a Must-Have Piece of Kit<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/best-audio-interfaces-bonus-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">The 7 Best Audio Interfaces of 2021 + Bonus Video<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p 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