I'm putting together a lens kit to make my first short. I was interested in the Dzofilm Vespids due to their advertised softer less clinically sharp look, however talk of problems with chromatic aberration have made me apprehensive. Being new to this I'm not sure how much of the desired softer look of the Dzofilm Vespids is down to lighting/ Tiffen Pro Mist lens filters which could be recreated with the meike cine lenses with less chromatic aberration. The other main option in my price range are the Meike Cine full frame lenses ( https://meikeglobal.com/collections/full-frame), only the 50mm is currently available but the rest of the line is due to come out over 2021.
Am I over worrying about the Dzofilm's chromatic aberration, when fixed in post does this detract from the image in other ways or is the only downside the time needed to fix it. So if I go with the Meikes can I get a softer look, and if I go with the Dzofilm Vespids will the chromatic aberration be a problem for me? Thanks in advance for any help.
Here's a sample clip talking about the chromatic aberration on the Dzofilm Vespids: https://youtu.be/lEC91tjX71s?list=LL&t=397
Try to compare the specification of both lenses. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/compare/DZOFilm_VESPID_vs_Meike_FF-Prime_Cine_vs_Rokinon_Xeen_vs_Rokinon_Xeen_CF/BHitems/1602329-REG_1629146-REG_1224494-REG_1548258-REG
https://www.dzofilm.com/Products/vespid-prime/
I prefer DZOFILM Vespid Prime with better quality. VESPID series of lenses from DZOFilm and is well suited for independent and high-end full-frame cinematography. The lens has an 80mm front diameter, allowing it to work with virtually any cine-style matte box. The small size makes this lens an attractive option when working with drones and gimbals, as well as when shooting handheld or run-and-gun. Sporting an interchangeable Canon EF mount, this fully manual lens works with cameras that have a Canon EF mount, and optional lens adapters allow you to use it on cameras with different mounts. The full-frame lens coverage supports sensors with an image circle up to 46.5mm for use on cameras with sensors up to full-frame without any vignetting.
The 16-blade iris, which is consistent throughout the VESPID prime lens lineup, creates round out-of-focus highlights that have a more natural appearance and contribute to the lens's natural-looking bokeh. The focus ring features 270? of rotation for precise focus pulls, and the iris ring a generous 63? of rotation. Cine-style gear rings on the focus and iris rings make the lens compatible with cine-style lens accessories such as follow focus units, lens motors, and lens control systems.
