The video features Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) reviewing the Venus Optics Laowa 24mm Macro Probe lens. The lens is a unique, high-end piece of video gear that allows for extreme close-up shots and a wide-angle field of view. Brownlee discusses the lens's features, such as its manual focus and aperture, waterproof front end, and built-in LED lights.
He also shares his experience using the lens to capture creative shots, including getting up close to small objects, shooting through tight spaces, and creating unique perspectives. Brownlee notes that the lens requires a lot of light to produce usable footage and often requires additional lighting and editing to achieve the desired effect.
Throughout the video, Brownlee showcases various shots he's taken with the lens, including a dramatic shot of a phone screen, a fun shot of M&M's spilling over the lens, and a creative shot of a zipper closing around the camera. He concludes that while the lens is not conventional and may not be practical for everyday use, it's a valuable tool for creating unique and captivating content.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The lens being discussed is the Venus Optics Laowa Macro Probe.
2. The lens is a 24mm macro lens with a focal length of f14 to f40.
3. The lens is fully manual and has 27 different optical elements.
4. The lens has a waterproof front end and can be used underwater.
5. The lens has built-in lights that can be controlled via a micro USB port.
6. The lens is about a foot and a half long and a few centimeters wide.
7. The minimum focus distance of the lens is one and a half feet.
8. The lens is made for video and is designed to be used in unique and creative ways.
9. The lens was used in a viral video that showed it being used to capture unusual shots.
10. The lens was also used by Phil Esposito of The Verge to capture a shot for their Galaxy Fold review.
11. The lens is not commonly used and is considered a specialty lens.
12. The lens requires a lot of light to be used effectively, even in bright conditions.
13. The lens has a unique perspective and can capture shots that would be difficult or impossible with other lenses.
14. The lens was used to capture a number of unique shots, including a shot of a phone screen, a shot of M&M's spilling, and a shot of a keyboard.
15. The lens can be used to capture shots that make the viewer feel like they are a tiny person in a large environment.