Taming the Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III in broad daylight is a Herculean task. With that massive f/0.95 aperture, your sensor is flooded with light, often maxing out shutter speeds and ruining that buttery bokeh you bought the lens for. To shoot wide open at noon, a high-quality Variable ND is mandatory. After testing…
Mitakon Zhongyi lenses, particularly the legendary Speedmaster series, are beloved for their ultra-fast apertures and unique character. However, these manual focus gems often lack robust weather sealing, making the front element vulnerable to dust and scratches. I’ve spent years shooting wide open at f/0.95, and I’ve learned that a subpar filter can ruin that creamy…
Shooting with the Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 is a surreal experience, but trying to use that massive aperture in broad daylight is a recipe for overexposed frustration. To keep your shutter speed under control while maintaining that signature “dreamy” bokeh, a high-quality ND filter is non-negotiable. I’ve spent years testing glass on fast primes,…