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@@prehim-preetamnegi9088 I suspect the Zf may get some nice discounts to differentiate from the Z6iii later this year… will make it even more attractive

@@firstclassfish01 i think you’ll get your wish about another angle soon. The new LS-324 PRO and the Mr Y apexs have an additional 42 degree angle (and I believe the first spread is now 23degrees). Which apex are they phasing out?

@@emilvonmaltitzI noticed just now some eBay listings saying 23 degrees, but it’s on the older models so I’m not sure if they used to say 23, but people measured them at less. The apex that has the quick release setup for the center tube, I think that was the LSPro and the LQ (not Mr.q?)On the US site we currently have zero options for legs with the water sealing. 43 deg, would be nice and was only on the Mr. Q. They told me everything would become X series. 🤷🏻‍♂️ it’s been awhile, I need to go over it all again. As always good videos and help. Cheers

@@emilvonmaltitzand some still have that hollowed out apex that is weaker and others have the better one.

That would be me being an idiot - I wasn;'t thinking when I was disassembling and reassembling and only 'clicked' when I saw your comment. Yes, you can do it with just the LS-254CL and the LS-324CEX.

@@emilvonmaltitz no worries! Thank you for the clarification. I just ordered the LS-255C LH and cant wait to see this beast of a tripod. I think it will be close to ~8' similar to what you had stated in the video but weigh a bit more with some of by added attachments. Thank you again for making this great video!

Sure. There’s a view of the G4 (geared head on the Summit tripod) on the DC column and also a view of the LH-40 (ball head when it’s viewed). I think there also a few glimpses of a LH-30 on the close up images of the LS-284CL and LY-284C.

@@emilvonmaltitz Thank you !!

Thanks Christian! And thanks for watching.

Brilliant! (Although not brilliant that your gear got stolen…sorry about that). What tripods did you get in the end?

@@emilvonmaltitz Thanks. I bought a LM-324 CL and a LS-284 CEX with a LH-40 ball head. For the tall legs I installed a Manfrotto Fluid Head. I had Really Right Stuff ball heads on my stolen gear but couldn't justify the expense as we have a lower valued dollar here in Canada with a high exchange rate.

@@davelindey8023 that’s a really nice setup. A good range of support options. I agree with you about the RRS head though. They’re the Rolls-Royce of heads but unless you’re in the US (with a US salary) they’re just too expensive.

Is that the original older design which is no longer available? I'm not familiar with the variant you mention, unless it's the Mr Q which is a brilliant miniaturized version of the Summit.

That would be cool! I'm not sure they'll bring out a CEX version though. Again, if you have a CEX already you can add those legs. I imagine we'll get a 'wrapped' PRO at some stage. Leofoto have a policy that if there are enough orders, they'll custom make a line...so if you can impress upon your local Distributer that an LP-324CEXPRO is a marketable tripod....it can be made really easily (that's how South Africa got the 'Agulhas' - LP364CEX).

I thought I pointed that out, but maybe didn't do it effectively when I showed switching out a DC column with the flat plate. I'm hoping to show the fact that there's even more to the system than the designed modularity of the 'systematic tripods'.

You did, adequately, just not using the systematic concept, from Gitzo, which ties it all together.

My pleasure! Glad you found it useful and thanks for watching.

Thanks Jorge. I appreciate that. Will be doing some more C1 videos soon. Let me know if there's something in particular you'd like to hear about.

@@emilvonmaltitz Emil, I was interested in adjusting colors using Levels and Curves in C1. I believe you mentioned in one of the videos that you were considering a video on this subject. Thanks for your response.

Yup, I've had several viewers call me out for my bias 😂 happy to concede that it's useful for many.

Unfortunately I didn't. That's the one I recommend though. I ended up having to get a 3-Legged Thing Eliie Short which I had to modify to fit properly (not ideal). Check with your local Leofoto supplier for the LPN-Zf (in South Africa I can help get it on special order).

I do. I have had several photographers join workshops with it and have also had it on loan for a week to play with. The two cameras are world's apart unfortunately. Think of the Zfc as a Z50 mkii in a 'retro-ish' styled body. The body is somewhat more 'plastic-icky' feeling compared to the Zf which really feels sturdy in hand. Image quality is great for an APS-C camera with a 20mp sensor and it is a lot fun to shoot with. It's also super light so makes a great travel camera. BUT, if you compare the Fujifilm XT-2 (an older camera) with the Zfc, the former feels more robust. As much as I am a Nikon fan, if you are going for the smaller sensor, look at the Fuji as an alternative. Or else save up for the Zf (and well-heeled amateurs are going to sell the Zf secondhand as they get fomo with the new Z6iii) which you really won't regret.

Hi Eli 👋

Thanks dude!

Pretty much how I would prefer to use it...although I think I'd look at some of the manual focus alternatives that come with a....aperture ring 🙃

Fair enough! I concede my view is in the minority considering some of the other comments 😂

Based on various forums and even YT’s own recommendations, asking for subscribes at the beginning of a video is statistically more likely to get viewers to subscribe.

Same issues as any mirrorless unfortunately. Although cleaning is easier than with a DSLR since the sensor is so close to the mount. The Zf and Z8 are chalk and cheese though. The Z8 is sized more like the D850 (with similar weight too) while the Zf is quite a lot lighter and smaller. Even the feature sets are different. I’d decide based on your non-negotiables. If max sensor resolution is important, go Z8

@@emilvonmaltitz do you have a z8 ? Does the shield reduce cleaning? My camera has been the D700 since 2008 so the z8 would be very familiar. I haven’t had to clean its sensor yet!Full frame big prints from the D700 are great but even a 2X crop hurts quality. The zf reminds me of my older beautiful film Nikons but I love the possibility of a 4x crop on 45mp having the same quality as the D700 full frame.

@@helmutsassenfeld8002 I am still a DSLR user: D850, D780 and a backup D800e. I get to shoot with mirrorless when I get loan gear from Nikon SA and with photographers who join me on workshops. One day I’ll probably get a z8 as it’s the logical lateral move from the D850 into Mirrorless. Right now though, as a working professional, as much as I love the mirrorless cameras I’ve worked with, financially it still makes sense for me to stick with what I have (until it dies and I have to get mirrorless).

Thanks for the reach out

@@emilvonmaltitz thanks. Need any service?

Thanks. I appreciate the feedback. Thanks for watching

Thanks! To be honest I don't usually use style brushes...I have...just not usually. It's a good idea to get into how they can be used though...will look into doing a video soonish. Thanks for watching!

I'll definitely look into doing a video on this. Not something I usually use, but it is something that is occasionally used.

@@emilvonmaltitz thanks.

Thank You!

It might be overkill, but you can take a look at this article I wrote which sets out the differences: landscapegear.co.za/blogs/news/selecting-a-leofoto-head I personally prefer the LH design as I think it’s more robust and I also prefer the lower profile.

Glad it was useful

It's a pleasure Arnie. Thanks for watching!

Glad it was helpful Juergen...sorry about it hitting the pocket though.

Yup, it is the same sensor but Nikon seems to have eked out better viewing of dark subjects. I had a photographer with me who had the Z7ii and the viewing experience between the two was completely different. It might be 'starlight view' which is new to Nikon cameras from the Z8 onwards. Either way, photographing the night sky was significantly easier with the Zf than with the Z7ii (and the Z6ii from my previous experience with it in Botswana).

Great Christian. Let me know how it goes. I'm a big fan of C1, although not of their pricing...they make it difficult for photographers to switch over when they insist on higher pricing than the Adobe options.

Thanks! I appreciate the feedback.

It's a pleasure. Thanks for watching

Thanks Christian! Glad you found it useful Thanks for the sub!

Thanks! I didn't specifically mention starlight view, but I did chat about the 'see in the dark ability' of the camera, particularly when photographing the stars. I've never had it this easy in focusing on stars for astro-photography. Probably the easiest set up and focusing I've ever had for photographing the MW.

Thanks so much!

Artralab have an interesting and hopefully expanding range of ‘Nonikkor’ lenses which are modern mirrorless optical in Ai looking housing. Look amazing on the Zf…curious how sharp they are

Thanks for watching. With that setup you should be absolutely fine. Enjoy the panos :)

Thanks, and thanks for watching!

Thanks for sharing. Do you add a grip to better handle the weight of the 24-120?

@@emilvonmaltitz Thanks, I use the Smallrig grip and find it a great addition. I'm waiting to see if RRS gets off the dime and manufactures a better grip. BTW, using the 24-120 means I never need to travel with any additional lenses. Great review

Thanks so much!

Thanks, comment is much appreciated!

Possibly. The Contemporary lenses are just big and heavy though (although optically superb 👌). I personally think Tamron’s tiny 2.8 primes are a better for travel photography. They don’t match the optical limits of some of Sigma’s best IMO though.

@@emilvonmaltitz What are you talking about? Sigma’s contemporary 17mm f4, 24mm f3.5, 45mm f2.8, and 90mm f2.8 are lightest in their class. Their F2 are also extremely light and well built for its price.

Well, that’s debatable as to whether it’s an improvement. For some photographers the older tilt screen is preferable (I suspect I’m one of them). For others the flippy screen is better. So I don’t really see it as ‘catching’ up. There are pros and cons to both.

@@emilvonmaltitz So whats the CON to the fully articulating screen, and if it were, why Nikon finally deciding to use it. Ive used Nikon ,Sony, Panasonic, and Canon ive never found 1 instance where its been a "CON" on the other hand many times where its been a plus. For some reason Canon doesnt have it on all models I have a 5Dmk4 and an older 6D neither of which has an articulating screen or even a foldable out one. Sony have had articulating screens on most of their video cameras for a long long time, so it cant be a patent reason. The tilt screen is NOT older , or what you mean by older, Canon have used the articulating screen for at least about 12 years or more, being on the Canon. model i was using back then, so you can hardly call it NEW ! About the only possible con, is it sticks out, well only if you need it too, otherwise it folds flat against the body. Ive never come close to damaging or breaking a screen. That would be the owners fault not the screens

I would love to. I’m still running a tiny channel so don’t get any preferential treatment from any companies other than Leofoto and Nisi (both the SA distributers) but I’ll he contacting Nikon SA to see if I can.

Thanks so much Jeremy!

Yes, I’d agree with that comment. Particularly with the launch of the Z6iii. The Zf comes out as the very closely capable in every department, but more affordable option… you just have to be okay with the user interface.

In a nutshell that’s it. You either like the dial concept or not. Thanks for watching.