Vintage Zoom Lenses to Modern Cinema Cameras - A Conversion Guide

If you want to rent this lens and are in the Los Angeles area: https://www.sharegrid.com/losangeles/... In this video, we break down how to adapt vintage B4 broadcast lenses to modern cinema cameras — using our Sony FX6 as the full step-by-step example. We’ll walk you through the entire process, including: • The adapters you’ll need • How to properly set back focus • Powering servo zooms • Image circle considerations • Recommended settings on the FX6 • Pros, cons, and real-world test footage Whether you’re building out a unique vintage lens kit or just curious about breathing new life into classic broadcast glass, this video will give you everything you need to get started. Wild 7 Studios on ShareGrid: https://www.sharegrid.com/p/wild7studios If you love vintage lenses, gear breakdowns, cinematography tutorials, and lens-modification lessons, be sure to subscribe to Wild 7 Backlot, where we share all of our filmmaking knowledge from behind the scenes at Wild 7 Studios. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 START 00:00:32 INTRO 00:03:14 Zoom Shots in Cinema 00:05:39 Why use a Zoom Lens? 00:07:20 The Great Zoom Debate 00:09:55 B4 Sensor History 00:11:18 CONVERSION 00:15:38 Lens Test 00:17:57 OUTRO