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Hey all - was looking to get some insight as to what other DPs like to test for when given the opportunity to test cameras and lenses for picture. Even as far as to what tools you might recommend using to help the testing process like a light meter, etc. For this purpose let's assume the test is for digital camera bodies. I'll soon have access to a RED V-Raptor 8K for testing and my personal Fuji X-T4. Two completely different camera bodies but for myself I really want to compare the dynamic range and how far I can push them in the post-room when comparing the two. I'd like to place them in high contrast lighting situations - anyone have any insight here as to what they like to do/use? Is there anything else you would test for? I'll also have access to a set of IronGlass lenses - rehoused vintage soviet lenses. Anything in particular you test for or even a high-level/general idea of your mindset going into a lens test? Testing for how images look like wide open versus closed down, flaring, etc. Any insight here would also be greatly appreciated. Links to other videos or tests would be welcomed too. Thank you all.

I am selling off a large part of my 16mm collection. I've got 2 REX-5 bodies, in perfect working condition and super cosmetic condition. Comes with rewind knob and eyecup. $700 OBO. Am also selling off these lenses, also usable on 4/3 (Four-Thirds) sensor digital cameras. Listed are prices for each. May be open to negotiating. Switar Kern-Paillard H16 RX 10mm f/1.6 - $200 Wollensak Cine Raptar 50mm f/1.5 w/ hood - $200 (3x) Switar Kern-Paillard H16 RX 50mm f/1.4 - $500 Switar Kern-Paillard AR 50mm f/1.4 - $500 Yvar Kern-Paillard AR 75mm f/2.5 - $250 Yvar Kern-Paillard AR 75mm f/2.8 - $200 Inquire about the pieces you're interested in. Will sell separately. Can give discounts for buying a bunch of stuff. **I've also got these few lenses that are quite rare, I'm not really looking to sell them but will consider if the price is really right: *Switar MC 10mm f/1.6 Macro *Bell & Howell/Angenieux 25mm f/.95 *Macro Switar H16 RX 50mm f/1.4 *Angenieux Type S5 50mm f/1.5 *Schneider-Kreuznach makro-tele-xenar 75mm f/2.8 If you're in NYC area, we can meet up, otherwise, Paypal (must have verified address). Let me know if you're interested in anything! I have photos of each piece.