Is This Lens Actually Good Enough?

Cheap camera gear usually comes with compromises, and lenses are no exception. In this video, Ernesto reviews the cheapest 40mm f2 lens, an autofocus prime that was priced as low as $130 during Black Friday. But is a 40mm f2 lens at this price actually good enough for real photography work? Ernesto puts this lens to the test, covering sharpness, autofocus performance, background blur, and real-world usability and shows sample images so you can judge the results yourself. He also explains how the 40mm focal length behaves closer to a 35mm lens, making it ideal for half-body and full-body portraits rather than tight close-ups. If you are looking for your first affordable prime lens and want autofocus without spending a fortune, this honest review will help you decide whether this 40mm f2 is worth adding to your kit. New to Aftershoot? Get your time back with automated culling and editing today: https://aftershoot.co/youtubechannel Join our Facebook Community to get useful tips and insights: https://aftershoot.co/facebook Blog: https://aftershoot.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aftershootco/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aftershootco/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aftershootco Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - Sharpness 1:43 - Focal Length 2:24 - Action Shots 2:59 - Aperture & Background Blur 3:55 - Flare Performance 4:25 - Final Thoughts