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I think I'm suffering from gear consolidation syndrome, probably something to do with getting older and not really liking heavy camera bags any more. I bailed all the Nikon DSLR gear recently for the Fuji X Pro3, and gotta say more than happy with its output. But in spite of how good that camera is, I actually find myself using an Olympus OMD EM10 iii more often (£250 in UK with 600 clicks on the shutter), mainly due to the super lightweight outfit with a 14-150 super zoom (not as bad as it sounds), which is incredibly liberating to pack around and frankly, it gets the shot as well as anything I've used. The Fuji is a better camera and it does get used, but mostly for low light or subjects where I particularly want the best IQ i can get. Medium format is an aspiration, for sure, maybe one day for some careful tripod work with landscapes and so forth.
Ja me too ☝️
*HIS LAUGHs and HOW HE WALKS OVER TO THE CAMERA TO SHUT IT OFF while whistling is all sweet and trademark of his. Bravo! 😃😃😃*
Hello Ken, it is great that you are making Photography videos again! You are at your best when discussing this topic.
Honestly I haven't wanted another camera since getting the X-H1 :) There are better cameras available for sure, I just don't really need or want any of them.
Yes, Same here. What a camera, happy and satisfied with mine.
Yep. Been shooting XH1 since Jan 2019. Still haven’t seen reason to upgrade.
The most joy gives me my XT 1. The best results my Canon EOS R.
I just got 50R for 2100 USD almost brand new with 50mm f3.5. It still has 16 months of warranty and I have never felt so much joy with a camera before I can say that for sure
It's good to see a camera vid for a change! The Fujifilm system may be much better than Nikon. The problem for me I have thousands invested in glass, and just can't see putting more thousands into new glass.
Have the xt4 and love it. Then I got the GFX 50Sii and love it even more. Stunning, natural images that make my jaw drop. Ken is on the money.
i have a cheap olympus dlsr and i love it cos it takes pictures of things i point it at
I was dumb, I got an XT3 and kept buying lenses. It's nice to be able to have lenses to choose from, but I'd probably be happier with a GFX and one lens
love the XT4/3. :).
That's a good price but it's still not cheap enough for me, but I know I would love a medium format. My whole collection of camera gear is about $1000 worth. Around the start of the pandemic, used camera gear was really abundant and cheap. I got my Rebel SL1 for under $150, and it had just under 10k shots if I remember correctly, plus it has the option to remove hot pixels. I was watching some reviews last year for medium format film cameras and they capture so much natural color range, so beautiful.
I finally picked up a 50R earlier this year used for around $2k. Best camera I've ever used. Hands down.
First. regarding the "the #1 camera system", I would think there are 4 #1 camera systems depending on your needs, capabilities, and personality. These are just tools. Second, I just had a bunch of 6x7 drum scans made from negatives taken with my Mamiya RB 67 Pro in the 90's. My D850 images, taken at any ISO, smokes them. On a recent trip, I accidentally took some images at ISO 64 on my D850. Unbelievable. I don't know how you would want anything more and the flexibility is awesome.
Damn right. The 850d is still an awesome beast.
Sold pro gear for years. The best camera system is the one that works for you.
Best current system: Nikon Z
And thats considering several things…
of course it is!
@@Vemovemo1 if its irony, which system do you rank higher?
can you elaborate on this?
@@gentrygarage main points:
• Unbeatable image output in the Full Frame league thanks to:
• Z lens lineup, which is magnificent (S line range)
• Affordable prices
• Versatility in lens adaptation.. its sensor stack thickness makes even some Leica M mount lenses very usable
I also have a GFX50R and yes, stills image output beats the full frame competiton, but the D850/Z7 is VERY close/on par when using the right lenses. The Gfx benefits a lot/mainly from the Gf lenses.
But overall I would still score the Nikon Z system higher due to wider field of usability for who it needs (video, sports, landscape). And for non tripod shooters you will always benefit from the faster lens lineup. Fuji will surely bring some faster primes for the Gfx, but I doubt it will have the same wide portfolio as Nikon …
@@Zlaja192 I have to agree with all these points, as much as I want the GFX system but the reality, practicality and versatility of cost per pound, Nikon Z system is a no brainer, especially if you have a quiver of F mount glass that is just hanging out in your closet.
Yes crop MF is a better output but not by a whole lot.
Is the best system the photographer?
I'd love to get my hands on a gfx camera, but the price is a little out of my range. That being said, I love my xt4, I take it everywhere. I ended up getting one of the new 33 1.4 lenses and boy oh boy is that thing glued to my camera now.
Good for you. I would go out on a financial limb (no common sense when comes to money) for the camera but you need add all the lenses you want also. Maybe, maybe a Leica M. Time will tell. Still shooting my ole D810.
@@thomastuorto9929 LOL Up until 3 years ago I was still shooting a D50. Upgraded to a D500 and love it.
@@slowfinger2 An excellent camera. It hit the store shelf’s 2 weeks after I purchased. Considering I play around shooting wildlife… Enjoy the Holidays.
It's sad that you are not publicly recognized by the camera manufactures for the valuable information from your video reviews. For that fact, I will only rent or buy used. Thank you Ken!
Technically speaking large format film is 11x14 and 8x10 and medium format is 4x5 down to 6x7 or 2.25 X 2.25
Photos are created by the mind, heart and soul of the photographer. All these discussions about which camera is best are just plain silly. What digi-cam can equal the image quality of my 8x10 DEARDORFF running an APO G-CLARON and ISO 50 film ? The only one I can think of is a 16x20 camera with a similar lens. 16x20 and ISO 50; now many thousand megapixels would that be equivalent to ?
Would love a GFX camera but even though they're cheaper than they used to you have to be very well off to buy one with a couple of lenses. Wealth is relative of course but 99 % of all people will never be able to afford it.
For high end portraits Med. format film like w/ a Hassleblad, the right lighting & drum scans is better than med. format digital -- such as Platon's work..so the problem with your analysis is that it's incorrect.
There is no best camera system just what works for any given person. I still love my X Pro 2 and 35mm f2 but there's any number of sound options.
that goes without saying , but BEST IMAGE OUT is medium format, period
@@KenTheoriaApophasis I still have a Minolta Autocord and do love medium format. As far as digital goes medium format remains outside my budget.
Truth remains that no matter how good the image quality it's the talent /ability of the photographer that takes an individual shot beyond image quality... I should know I've taken plenty of lousy shots over the years.
I agree on your choices. They work for me too. I think the 35mm f2 is massively underrated. The images I get with that combo always surprise me and stand out 👍
@@phillipjackson2199 I tried the 35mm and the 23mm f2 and preferred the 35mm. I shoot mainly street and find the 35mm f2 a perfect fit for me. I also think the kit 18 - 55 is a very underrated lens.
Can you adapt some Nikon telephoto 400 or 600mm lens on Fuji to see results for wildlife portraits?
Ken, ohh! that sounds really sore. I hope it ‘heels’ up quickly. Even at this good price for a great camera is out of my league I’m afraid 😧. I want to buy a 35mm for my X-T3 to get closest to that 50mm full frame look. What’s the best auto-focus lens (my eyesight not so good) for this Ken, please?
the 35mm 1.4 :)
@@KenTheoriaApophasis Oh that was too easy! I thought you were going to give me the name of a lens I’ve never heard of before! I’ll buy one in the new year sale then. Thanks very much Ken.
thanks ... i worked with medium format on film so long ago ... with ms rezny photography ( she was next to the film lab ) when i worked for her and lived in lexington ... so love hearing this post and very interested in seeing if it will work into my budget next spring. thank you.
My favorite system
Leica m3
50mm
Hp5
No batteries - no meters
Another happy landing 0:08
You have to do a video that compares the "only for photographer's", "dials-on-top" Fuji (Xt-5) vs Nikon (Zf)
"And that's an undeniable fact!"
I adore my xt4 ❤️
I used 2 Yashica Mats back in the 1960s as a wedding photographer. . The competition was using 35mm and I could blow their quality away without trying.
I use a beaten up Fujifilm X10 for holidays, travel and everything.
Medium format is still a bit expensive for me, especially as a hobbyist like myself. But since I already falling in love with the output from my X-E3, I can only imagine how much I would fall for GFX' output.
You can get a second hand full frame for peanuts and you'll be halfway to the gfx output
@@Caracalaba "halfway" Is the key word.
hmm! Love it.. Medium format does quench GAS..
Hey Ken, hope you survived the tornado swarm. I was wondering...you like a used GFX 50r as a good buy at the current prices (and I agree), but what about the GFX 50s? It seems to be selling for only a bit more than the 50r right now. I guess it's become the ugly duckling of the GFX line, if there can be such a thing. Thanks.
50S is also one very fine camera, ive owned all of em :)
Fuji GW690 is medium format. Comparatively, you're shooting super 35mm. I agree nothing compares with true medium format. I'm not convinced super 35 is worth the additional expense.
OMG.... I saw the title and my first thought with all the crazy things going on in the world it was like....he is going to recommend the Nikon Z9!!!! They got to him. :p
Does owning a Leica or a Fuji GFX guarantee an exceptional photograph?
can the best driver on earth win a race in an old pickup truck?
I'd suggest you to read an article published by Sean Reid named "Yes, it matters". Thank me later.
I do the poor man's mirrorless MF; by using my X series or my Z5 and stitch away, haha. Saves me a few thousand dollars I don't have.
I do that as well. For panos, higher res, and even portraits a la brenitzer method. But ultimately, too much time stitching we too many stitching errors or moving objects, huge files with the image layers to remove said errors, limitations on subjects due to above constraints (stitching beach panos with waves is a chore...), and after 10 years, all that led me to save for 2 years for fuji MF (was looking at one of the 50's but the 100s came out, so... anyways, I'm pretty sure that second kidney was not needed...).
All this to say, be careful, stitch enough panos and you'll go my way... ;-)
@@newnastyn As much as I wish I could afford a GFX100S for landscapes, I am doing the stitching thing.
Now I've been stitching for over a decade now, even before I heard of the Breniser Method, [funny how one person is taking credit for a technique that has been done before].
Anyways, with stitching you have to be very selective of your subjects for consistency as well as be very conscience of your overlapping skills, keeping the camera level throughout the pans and select a lens that will be low in distortion.
I'm glad adobe has improved this stitching feature from the old days of doing it manually.
Theoria; I have been watching most of your posts for the last 2 years. very knowledgeable and very informing..., yet with all this power .. you choose to keep to yourself and not take it out in the open and reap your real rewards.. and that equates to really big amounts of capital that you can solve a lot of monetary obstacles in your life .. !! Am I missing something here or do you want to choose your life to be that way... the WORLD NEEDS YOU... stop being selfish..
go out and share .. Make the world your Oyster
For wildlife , nature and the outdoors, what would you recommend, that’s waterproof or resistant ???
Nikon D500 / D850...or...Z9
A Guy bought $1200 Camera then fogets the Lens Cap was on when he missed the shot,eh?😂
Medium format is great.....but the lenses are so expensive for the most part. I'll keep my X-T4......for now.
Don't forget folks....take your vitamin C.
this kit lens is only $500
@@KenTheoriaApophasis True...but how do you live with only one lens? I did say...for now! I hear rumors that Fuji is coming out with a higher res ASPC sensor X mount camera, their replacement for the X-T4. Right now only rumors.....so they say.
@@Stevesmith-yw7cr The difference between medium format and APS-C is far beyond just resolution. Even if APS-C were to match the 50R in resolution, there would simply be no comparison in output.
I know nothing about cameras 📸 but if you can show some pictures of different cameras and compare would be very interesting to learn 🤔🙏👂
Pick a Fuji.
I agree with you...
But for me, the X-H1 (own2) is a superb camera...👌 (price, image quality, shutter...)
enjoy your podcasts lots...offwall question episode dedicate to me lumpy explain "mexican jumping beans' fruend had some when i was kid somehow watching your show about light sparked thought about wtf is up wth thise beans man. cheers keep up brilliance . just a fan
I'm a dinosaur from analogue times and that's why "medium format" is always just a square photo for me, back then a 6x6cm film negative. All photos from the cameras with some kind of rectangular sensor or image result "out of the box" therefore have nothing to do with the classic medium format for me, as I imagine and above all wish. Cameras like this Fujifilm are just normal digital cameras with many megapixels, nothing more. Let's be honest, it was and is this special photographic challenge to creatively fill this square medium format with exciting and artistically appealing image content, that was the special photographic art and the unique point that made this square medium format so special. With this Fujifim camera you have the usual rectangular results, so no particular challenge, just more megapixels for a very high purchase price. (Sorry, but English isn`t my main, but I guess you all know what I`m trying to say.)
I would love to use a very expensive camera - See What I can do
Thank whatever deities you believe in, a photography/camera related video.
What is your opinion on those Cannon EOS Rebel T3i packages on Amazon?
I'll be looking to see the review to see if anything matters besides the IBIS. Hoping to see your review on the new 100 mp camera also.
The best camera is the one you have in your hands at the time....
What’s your thoughts, or how does it change your Fuji feelings, to Fuji partnering with Bill Gates?
Isn't the range of lenses for the gfx system a bit limited, especially in the tele range..?
Thanks Ken. I thought the 100s had become your favourite camera. It’s interesting that you stil favour the 50r
i like simple :)
@@KenTheoriaApophasis yeah, I get that. I still love my x-pro 2 s , although they are starting to look rather worn now. Still making great images though. I’m still considering whether to get a 50r or wait to see what fujifilm do in the coming year. Cheers!
I understand the sensor is great, but the lack of phase detect autofocus is really the only thing that puts me off about this camera and I'm really trying to go the GFX100s route instead. I have both the X100V and an old Canon 5D with contrast detect autofocus and I can tell that phase detect makes a world of difference. Even with plenty of light, put your focus point in the wrong spot and you might have just missed the moment. And forget those cool pictures, where the subject is backlit...
P.S. Don't tell me to manual focus on a $4k camera in 2022 :) Maybe.... if you strictly shoot ONLY static subjects I can see this being a great tool for you. Still glad that Fujifilm at least gives us the option...
hello! What is the list of Fujinon lenses you recommend for portraits for sharpness, color and 3D for my xt3?
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on medium format. Enjoyed the video.
You did not convince me to consider medium format and that wasn’t your intention. I’m sure you would agree with the aphorism concerning using the right tool for the right job.
I need a Fuji GFX with adapters to my HB and Mamiya 7ii lenses for landscape. What do you recomend, 50R or 50S? I will upgrade Nikon D700 to a used D850 but not leve the F-system for the Z-system.
Review the Sony A7iv with their 90mm macro
Nikon
Medium format overtakes digital FF as did digital FF overtook 35mm film. Just wait till global shutter is implemented into MF. Love your unscripted monologues Ken! Keep at it
Won’t be long until you hear and get tired of hearing how small 35mm is. It to won’t be full frame enough lol.
Full Frame, or what people used to call as "Small Format."
@@paceyombex Zack Arias has that video from years ago.
@@Whatisright Yeah, still remember that one. That's one thing that most people don't get, FF was chosen as the "standard format" not because of its output quality, but because of its prevalence in the industry since film days. There were (and are) better quality formats, FF just have better balance between performance, size, and price (of the film, and the investment). Of course, until Fujifilm came with their GFXs.
Still gfx medium format is a pretty small MF and it has many drawbacks compared to FF as of today. On the other hand FF has the edge over apsc (about as much as small MF has over FF) but not really any drawback. That's why still is the most versatile sensor size as of now
What’s your opinion on the native lenses? From what I’ve seen they are among the best in regards to technical optical “perfection“.
Is mounting vintage 35mm lenses worthwhile? In a long ago video you mentioned Nikkor lenses mostly covered medium format with their image circle
Many thanks for your lens advice
Hey ken have you ever had a chance to work with any Hasselblad gear? How was it?
i used to own 2 hassys back in the day, digital hassys are junky
So you are saying 99.9% of photographers don’t shoot sports, action or wildlife? While I’m sure you know this, it’s worth pointing out that the added weight of the system (mainly lenses) makes it impractical for a lot of run and gun stuff as well. Also, it’s not the best system for video. I agree it’s a great system, but it’s for more of a niche market and much less versatile than full frame.
i said NO SUCH THING
What do you recommend for wildlife...?
nikon D5 and glass, or even D500 on the cheaps
Ken, thanks for this video!
Can you explain in a few words (or direct me to a relevant resource) - why Medium format is "not good for action/wildlife"?
Thanks!
Short answer, speed. I shoot birds in flight, I need shutter speeds of around 1/2000 and the more frames per second the better. Nikon D850 shoots 7 fps, anything less than that is going to be a real struggle.
@@WIDGI and that struggle is real.
If I could only get one lens for Gfx which would you suggest I get? I shoot product, commercial fashion work, and architecture and luxury real estate
easy, 45-100
@@KenTheoriaApophasis you’re the man . Based on your expertise I’m getting the gfx 50s ii
WRONG! Large Format 4x5 and 8x10. Medium Format is for noobs (j/k but am I) ;)
Im stuck with my D3000 for the foreseeable future 😕
That's okay. At least you have something to aim for later. 😉
Nothing wrong with 3000 series. They still take great photos!
Does GFX have that medium format look? Because when I see film medium format I’m sorry but it is just magical
Oh yes.
Omg I hope you recover soon from that ...
Hmmm, a new camera with a 7-8 years old sensor…
This is unacceptable Fuji, just unacceptable.
Everybody drop your favorite camera down below! Mine would have to be the Leica M10 Monochrome, I promise I’m not a snob 😂
Tough question. My favourite camera depends on what time of day it is! The camera I want most right now is perhaps the GFX50s II.
And I like film a lot so that's a huge subject right there...
@@Biosynchro gotcha, great answer!
@Alessandro LinuxBSD Haha monochrome all day
Yes that is great camera. it is the KACHING of the price of camera and lenses that keep me away
Though I do like my Leica IIIb
@@walterdennett465 Totally understandable! 😂
I thought medium format was 6x6, 6x7, 6x9. This one is only 4.4 x 3.3. I guess you can call it medium format, or better yet poor man's medium format :):)
THANKYOU...
Do you still have your original GFX 100 ($10K version), or have you sold it?
not the original, no
While not a sports/action/wildlife camera, back in the day I made some great panning photos with a twin lens mf Mamiya. Now that's actionable!
I'm one of the GAS burnouts.
Can they be used for wedding photography? I’ve never used medium format before.
of course it can, yes
@@KenTheoriaApophasis only question is which GFX to get?
After listening to you I got 2 his and hers GFX100S!
woahhhh
Im looking for the cheapest camera system i can get away with for making youtube and facebook videos
If you want a good camera with years of Support, get a Fujifilm
Get a used camera for less money.
Look for a Sony ZV1.
@@hannesrupp5388 thank you very much
Can the fuji x pro3 do hss?? And how?
yes it can, and also HYPERSYNC with certain strobes. .....HSS with the FUJI TTL speedlights
Can't wait for your GFX 50s II review!
uploading now
The Sony Alpha 1 might possibly be the best system out there. Not to mention your endless options of e mount glass. World’s fastest and most accurate AF system. Suitable for sports, action, wildlife, portraiture, product. It’s like a D850, just better in every single way. 🤓
Awesome 👏
🦶🐲~ouch🐸
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#1 camera in the the world is the one you own and can operate blindfolded with one arm behind your back. Wait for it……Fujifilm
"Medium format trumps ABSOLUTEY EVERYTHING" . Also "it doesn't trump it for sports, action, or wildlife..." LOL
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😀I could listen to this guy wax lyrical about Fuji Medium Format all day.
I've said this before but Sony has been making cameras since the 1970s. They're very experienced at it.
But you know what's odd? The A9 and A9II are not really that great outside their intended purpose. And the A7SIII is actually... a dud. However the A1 is great but at the asking price it sure ought to be.
Except ever Sony product I've bought as broke in less than 2yrs. So Sony can go away.
They bought minolta......not great cameras.......
Full frame rules!! sorry to say but this reality!
compared to what? medium format is far superior
Sony knocks spots off fuji