EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostFri Jul 26, 2013 10:58 am

Lauri Virkki wrote:Tested with v1.4 firmware

Zeiss Distagon 2,8/15 ZE still ok
Tamron DiII SP 17-50mm F/2.8 VC works only partially with new firmware (was ok before) - Iris button does not work but if that is not touched manual adjustment is working. If Iris button is touched it breaks manual adjustment as well.


Odd that its responding like that considering it was fine before.

The Canon EF-S 17-55mm 1:2.8 IS USM is working fine for me.
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostMon Jul 29, 2013 10:01 am

This is bit weird but after several restarts of the camera (and weekend in between) the lens problem seems to be disappearing and the above mentioned Tamron is working most of the time as expected for iris adjustment both manually and with iris-button.
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostMon Aug 05, 2013 1:38 am

Hi fellas!
Can anybody confirm the compatibility of newly launched SIGMA 18-35 f/1.8 with the Blackmagic Cinema Camera?? I just want to make sure it's working fine before i place my order.
Thanx
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostMon Aug 05, 2013 2:04 am

sambak wrote:Hi fellas!
Can anybody confirm the compatibility of newly launched SIGMA 18-35 f/1.8 with the Blackmagic Cinema Camera?? I just want to make sure it's working fine before i place my order.
Thanx


The guy in the Sigma 18-35 specific thread said it worked perfectly. But I have no firsthand experience.
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostWed Aug 07, 2013 4:22 pm

Hi there I have just purchased my BMCC 2.5k EF version and have an issue with the Canon 70-200 f4 with the aperture problem.. I was, in a way, relieved to find it is not a broken camera.. I have a few other lenses and can confirm the following all perfect.

Sigma A 30mm f1.4
Sigma A 18-35 f1.8
Sigma 8-16 f4.5-5.6

I think the new Sigma lenses are stunning for Cinema and better than L glass, I might have to get rid of my 70-200 and opt for a Sigma version.

Happy to be a member here, I will now have a look around to find other useful info about the BMCC.


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PostMon Aug 12, 2013 3:50 am

Hi
All is working with the Sigma 35mm F1.4 a series on the BMCC

Cheers

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PostTue Aug 13, 2013 3:51 am

Anyone test out the Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM?
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PostTue Aug 13, 2013 5:07 am

Hi
the Tamron VC di 28-300mm Not working !

Won't focus anything after 200mm


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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostTue Aug 13, 2013 2:37 pm

My personal 24-70 lens works just fine with my BMCC I got on Friday. My works 24-70 does not work though. I bought mine in 2007. No idea when my work purchased theirs. My serial is 9644xx. Works is 8617xx. I'm guessing there was a change in electronics from the 86 serial numbers and the 96 serial numbers.
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostTue Aug 13, 2013 10:54 pm

Just querying regarding the Tokina 12-24 f/4 as only one person seems to have chimed in to say it's working, just curious as to whether anyone else has used it and had infinity focus problems (as has been the case with the other Tokinas). Thinking of picking one up as a 'keep in bag' zoom for emergencies.
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PostFri Aug 16, 2013 11:18 pm

Took the plunge on the Tokina 12-24 f/4. I can second that it works perfectly fine with no issues, iris control works and no infinity focus problems.
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PostSun Aug 25, 2013 6:05 pm

olof wrote:I have a 17-40 f4 L and I can confirm it iris is not working the BMCC shows changes but the lens does not change from wide open, no matter where the iris is set in camera.

This is with the latest firmware.


After seeing all these posts, I'm wondering if Blackmagic will ever get these to work. L series is good, but we've had a few firmware updates and we're still not there. I'm wondering if I should keep my lens a bit longer in the hope it does get supported.

I'm off to the camera store later too!

Thanks to everyone for sharing so much info. This thread (and answers to the one I started) has helped me build a decent list, so I can go to the camera store with my camera and ask smart questions!
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PostSat Sep 14, 2013 12:59 am

Confirming Tokina AT-X PRO 12-24 F4 (IF) DX II works.

I got one today and it seems to work well. Aperture and infinity all working.

I'm running firmware 1.4.1
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostSat Sep 21, 2013 1:41 am

Newbie here.

I tried searching the forums but couldn't come up with an answer regarding lens compatibility. (It's not on the master sticky list) I'm looking to purchase a Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens and would like to know if this lens and the BMCC will play nicely together. Thanks in advance! :D
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PostSat Sep 21, 2013 3:10 am

sambak wrote:Hi fellas!
Can anybody confirm the compatibility of newly launched SIGMA 18-35 f/1.8 with the Blackmagic Cinema Camera?? I just want to make sure it's working fine before i place my order.
Thanx


I can confirm that it works perfect
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostSat Sep 21, 2013 6:35 pm

Firmwares up to 1.4.1 :

Canon 17-35mm 2.8L (aperture not working)
Canon 100mm 2.8 Macro (non L) (aperture not working)
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PostSat Sep 21, 2013 7:20 pm

100mm macro 2.8 non L has been working since day 1. It's my favorite lens. I use it almost every day.
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PostMon Sep 23, 2013 2:52 pm

Here's the compatibility test result with firmware 1.4.2

15mm f/2.8 Distagon T* ZE Lens
21mm f/2.8 Distagon T* ZE Lens
35mm f/1.4 Distagon T* ZE Lens
50mm f/2.0 Makro-Planar T* ZE Lens
85mm f/1.4 Planar T* ZE Lens
100mm f/2.0 Makro-Planar T* ZE Lens
135mm f/2.0 APO-Sonnar T* ZE Lens

All the above lenses works with f-stop adjustment.
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostTue Sep 24, 2013 12:09 am

Greetings, I'm planning to buy a Macro lens but still not sure which one yet. ¿Has anybody tried the Canon Macro MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens on a Blackmagic? Thanks.
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PostTue Sep 24, 2013 12:33 am

Not sure if it's already been mentioned but the Canon EF 28mm 1.8 doesnt seem to work either . ..
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PostWed Oct 16, 2013 7:08 am

Just adding that my Canon 16-35 f/2.8 V1 works intermittently on firmware 1.4.2.
Canon 24-70 f/2.8 V1 doesn't work at all as others have noted.

There were no problems with the 16-35 first few weeks I had the camera but now at least once a shoot it will refuse to change the iris. Rebooting the camera, taking the lens on and off, etc. doesn't seem to have an effect but eventually I will go to change the iris and it will suddenly be working again. The lens works fine on a Canon body and that has been my last ditch method of changing the aperture when the camera won't co-operate.
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostThu Oct 17, 2013 8:24 pm

hello,

this is my first post on this blog :)

anyone tested:

Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM Lens - Filter Size - 58mm,
Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Lens

on Blackmagic Cinema Camera EF?

thank you.

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PostThu Oct 17, 2013 9:27 pm

jorgemantas wrote:hello,

this is my first post on this blog :)

anyone tested:

Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM Lens - Filter Size - 58mm,
Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Lens

on Blackmagic Cinema Camera EF?


If you look at page 1 you'll see they are all listed.
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PostMon Oct 21, 2013 10:04 am

Hi guys, Canon 70-200/F.4 L ver. 1 - Aperture not working on last firmware, the numbers change but aperture stays wide open. Any solution for this issue or we have to wait next firmware and hope BM fix the problem ?
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PostMon Oct 21, 2013 12:06 pm

Sigma 18-200mm

Bought this lens last week as faulty stuck it on my Canon 600d and aperture was not working Stuck it on my BMCC EF and work Perfect ;-) Best £30 Ive spent in ages ;-)

I Have also got the following lens which i will check and do some test shots with and update the list when done.

Prinzflex f 2.8 / 28mm M42 Mount Manual Wide Angle Lens
CARL ZEISS JENA P 1: 2.8 f =135mm MC MULTI COATING LENS
Yashica ML 50mm F1.9 M42 Prime Lens
Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm lens fits Pentax
Russian Helios 44M 58mm f2 m42
Sigma 18-250 mm f/3.5-6.3 HSM DC OS
Sigma 17-35mm F2.8-F4 DG HSM Canon
TAMRON 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD SP AF
Sigma lens 28-70 mm f/2.8
SIGMA 24-135MM Faulty But works on BMCC EF
Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 HSM DC OS
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PostSat Nov 02, 2013 8:16 pm

David wrote:100mm macro 2.8 non L has been working since day 1. It's my favorite lens. I use it almost every day.


I have a 100 macro 2.8 lens (no L) but it doesn't work well: the aperture don't work. Are you sure that work fine? thanks a lot.
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PostThu Nov 14, 2013 2:27 pm

100 macro f2.8 (no L) doesn't work! This is a short video that shows the problem.
I try with all FW, from 1.2.1 to 1.5: I can't downgrade to 1.2 & 1.1 because my BMCC has been manufactured after 1.2 FW.
Thanks. David.
http://www.insugherata.com/bmcc/100-macro.mov
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 1:24 pm

Anyone can help me? Anyone have the same lens? Thanks a lot. David.
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 1:56 pm

david77 wrote:Anyone can help me? Anyone have the same lens? Thanks a lot. David.


Hi i have the 24-70 2.8 L and the same problem, its not compatibility, i supose....only supose they are working in more compatibility list of lens, i have the jewel 85mm 1.2 L and dont work focus and aperture!!!!!
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 2:12 pm

Thanks Jrojasm,

I don't understand why someone says that this lens works fine. I know that only the 100 macro f2.8 L IS works. My lens could be faulty, but it works on my reflex.
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 2:37 pm

david77 wrote:Thanks Jrojasm,

I don't understand why someone says that this lens works fine. I know that only the 100 macro f2.8 L IS works. My lens could be faulty, but it works on my reflex.


Hi david77 you can send a mail in support section to solved this i have just mail for fixinf the probem with the 85mm 1.2 L and the 24-70 2.8 L.

In the BMCC Tech Spects
http://www.blackmagicdesign.com/product ... /techspecs

They say ( Lens Mount EF and ZE mount compatible with electronic iris control ) and must to have a * with not total compatibility for all lens. Of course this its nor a very good marketing spect jejejejejeje
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I've been using the lens since the day I got my bmcc in November last year. I'm a macro guy. I use it ALL the time. I have no reason to lie. Maybe it's like the Tokina issue. Some are just a problem and some are fine. Though I would have no idea how to fix it.
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 3:07 pm

Also, I have 2 bmcc's. One an aluminum blue dot cap. (one of the 1st handful released.) And one from after the price drop. It works on both.
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 7:20 pm

David wrote:
100mac.jpg
I've been using the lens since the day I got my bmcc in November last year. I'm a macro guy. I use it ALL the time. I have no reason to lie. Maybe it's like the Tokina issue. Some are just a problem and some are fine. Though I would have no idea how to fix it.

Dear David thanks a lot for the reply. Which is the serial code of your lens? Probably there are some differences about the manufactered date of the lens. Thanks again. David.
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 7:57 pm

Hi !
Anyone knows if the canon 70-200 2.8 L IS II works ok, the 1 version say yes but anything about these. IS work too?

Thanx a lot
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 8:57 pm

david77 wrote:
David wrote:
100mac.jpg
I've been using the lens since the day I got my bmcc in November last year. I'm a macro guy. I use it ALL the time. I have no reason to lie. Maybe it's like the Tokina issue. Some are just a problem and some are fine. Though I would have no idea how to fix it.

Dear David thanks a lot for the reply. Which is the serial code of your lens? Probably there are some differences about the manufactered date of the lens. Thanks again. David.


I've used 2 of this lens. The current one was bought in March S/N 02171946. Manufactured in February this year. It works flawlessly on both cameras. The other lens I'd owned since 2002. It was borrowed by my brother in law (without asking) and promptly broken in February (hence the purchase of the second lens). That first one worked perfectly on my first camera but I never tried it on the second most recent camera.

Hopefully you can figure something out from that.
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PostMon Nov 18, 2013 10:23 pm

David wrote:
david77 wrote:
David wrote:
100mac.jpg
I've been using the lens since the day I got my bmcc in November last year. I'm a macro guy. I use it ALL the time. I have no reason to lie. Maybe it's like the Tokina issue. Some are just a problem and some are fine. Though I would have no idea how to fix it.

Dear David thanks a lot for the reply. Which is the serial code of your lens? Probably there are some differences about the manufactered date of the lens. Thanks again. David.


I've used 2 of this lens. The current one was bought in March S/N 02171946. Manufactured in February this year. It works flawlessly on both cameras. The other lens I'd owned since 2002. It was borrowed by my brother in law (without asking) and promptly broken in February (hence the purchase of the second lens). That first one worked perfectly on my first camera but I never tried it on the second most recent camera.

Hopefully you can figure something out from that.


my lens was manufactered in march 2008.
My BMcc EF was bought in september 2013 so I think that I have to try with a more recent lens. Thanks a lot. David.
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PostSat Nov 23, 2013 10:25 am

Please any one that could help solve something for me would be of great help. I have the BMCC EF mount and at first it was reading aperture on my Sigma 17-35 f/2.8/4 Aspherical lens, however now it is not showing any aperture information. All the connections seem fine and it is recognising other lenses, the lens is locked in place too. I haven't up dated any firmware before or after this problem either.

I'm kind of lost as what to do?
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PostMon Nov 25, 2013 11:09 pm

hello,
did anyone tested Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS?
thank you.
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PostMon Nov 25, 2013 11:21 pm

What do we have to do to get the Canon 40 mm STM lens a little love?
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PostWed Nov 27, 2013 8:49 pm

I don't see the NON IS Canon 70-200 1:2.8 L listed. I purchased this around 2002 along with a NON IS 24-70 L which is obviously a V1 and looks like that doesn't work. The EF mount doesn't look too beneficial if your canon lenses don't work on it.

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PostSat Nov 30, 2013 6:03 pm

I also haven't seen anything on the Canon Ultrasonic EF 20mm f2.8. Anyone?
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PostMon Jan 06, 2014 5:58 pm

Is anyone still updating this document?

If so, any news on compatibility with IS on Sigma's 24-105 f/4?
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PostMon Jan 06, 2014 6:55 pm

NorBro wrote:Is anyone still updating this document?

If so, any news on compatibility with IS on Sigma's 24-105 f/4?


No longer being updated. We are now on Firmware 1.5.1 and not much has changed.

I might manage a new list when the BMPC4K ships.
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PostMon Jan 06, 2014 7:03 pm

Those lenses in the list…does IS work on them too or is that just a list for aperture control?
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PostMon Jan 06, 2014 7:10 pm

David wrote:
100mac.jpg
I've been using the lens since the day I got my bmcc in November last year. I'm a macro guy. I use it ALL the time. I have no reason to lie. Maybe it's like the Tokina issue. Some are just a problem and some are fine. Though I would have no idea how to fix it.



Greetings ¿Have you tried these Macro lenses with your BMCC?

- Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro
- Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro
- Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x
- Canon EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro

I'm mainly curious about the MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x, and a bit of the EF 180mm f/3.5L. Thanks.
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PostMon Jan 06, 2014 8:14 pm

NorBro wrote:Those lenses in the list…does IS work on them too or is that just a list for aperture control?


They should all have IS working on lenses that have IS. Any exception was listed.
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PostMon Jan 06, 2014 8:34 pm

The new BMCC 4K Ef Mount have a new electronic system for Lens, the 85mm 1.2L work fine and may be others lens, the BMCC 2.5k Ef Lens our camera is an unfinished prototype that they released too early and now we are correcting.
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PostMon Jan 06, 2014 9:17 pm

Rafael Molina wrote:
David wrote:
100mac.jpg
I've been using the lens since the day I got my bmcc in November last year. I'm a macro guy. I use it ALL the time. I have no reason to lie. Maybe it's like the Tokina issue. Some are just a problem and some are fine. Though I would have no idea how to fix it.



Greetings ¿Have you tried these Macro lenses with your BMCC?

- Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro
- Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro
- Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x
- Canon EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro

I'm mainly curious about the MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x, and a bit of the EF 180mm f/3.5L. Thanks.


Hey Rafael,

The EF-S 60mm is great! I don't have the Canon 180mm, but I do have the Tamron 180mm. It's ok but I prefer to use the canon 100mm non-IS with kenko extension tubes. The kenko's are cheaper than the canon and, frankly, better. A friend of mine has the canon 180mm but I like my 100mm with the tubes a LOT more. The MP-E 65mm is a BEAST of a lens... but it can be very tricky. You focus by moving the camera into the focal plane. Wide open you literally have a couple of mm DOF at best. At f/16 you get almost an inch. It can take some getting use to. You need light and a nice micro adjustable head... but when you pull it off, oh man, it's for the ages!
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Re: EF Lens Compatibility List (Firmware 1.2)

PostMon Jan 06, 2014 9:36 pm

jrojasm wrote:The new BMCC 4K Ef Mount have a new electronic system for Lens, the 85mm 1.2L work fine and may be others lens, the BMCC 2.5k Ef Lens our camera is an unfinished prototype that they released too early and now we are correcting.
Its biiiig FAIL


There is nothing to say that is the case. Could just as easily be that the BMPC4K has ver 2 firmware that will get released with the BMPC4K is released. BM have stated on numerous occasions that they are working on the BMCC firmware.... Lets see what happens over the coming weeks.
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