Uploaded May 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Review and test of the GREAT JOY 50mm T2.9 1.8x Anamorphic Lens. See what makes this lens special and what sets it back compared to the competition. My Camera Guides and LUTs: academy.dslrvideoshooter.com

GREAT JOY 50mm T2.9 1.8x Anamorphic Lens: [indiegogo.com/projects/great-joy-50mm-t2-9-1-8x-anamorphic-lens/reft/28123063/kol6](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/great-joy-50mm-t2-9-1-8x-anamorphic-lens/reft/28123063/kol6)

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VIDEO CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro and Disclaimer
0:48 Lens Overview
2:05 1.8x vs 1.6x Squeeze
2:39 Lens Mounts
4:04 Flares
5:07 Pricing and Future Models
5:36 Close Focus
6:01 Focus Markings Not Ideal
6:22 Vignetting
6:54 Maximum Aperture
7:20 Squeeze Factor Issue
7:45 Compatibility
8:21 Conclusion

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DISCLAIMERS

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This video was not paid for by outside persons or manufacturers.
Great Joy supplied me with this lens for this video.

The content of this video and my opinions were not reviewed or paid for by any outside persons.