Re: Advise on best lenses for AF100

I have found that the standard Lumix 14-140mm lens to be quite good with a better control of flare at wide angles than some other well known lens. I also use some older Minolta MD mount lenses (I believe orignally a Leica design)such as their 135mm prime with good results. I don't know what your subjects will be, but if you intend using the Voightlander lens at maximum aperture you are likely to need some ND filters if filming in typical African outdoor scenarios. The canon L series lens also work well, but if using those then I would suggest that you consider getting the MTF EFFECT Canon EF adaptor system that gives you electronic control of aperture (in 1/8 stop increments) and lens stabilisation. (http://www.mtfservices.com)

I have found that using a Samurai and recording using the ProRes 4:2:2 format does generaly improve picture quality and perceived resolution even when not doing serious colour grading.

Hanging all these additional components onto the camera does make the system a non-starter if you are interested in run and gun type of work.