Jump to content

MrSMW

Members
  • Posts

    2,843
  • Joined

  • Last visited

Reputation Activity

  1. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from ntblowz in 2023 In Review - How Did Your Year Go?   
    It went OK…
    I ended up doing 21 jobs instead of the previous years 33, but the 2022 year workload was insane and a necessity after 2 terrible Covid ‘work’ years (ha, 6 jobs in 2 years).
    2024 I have revised it down slightly even further to 15-20 and I already have 4 jobs locked in for 2025.
    Volume-wise, I have no concerns.
    Client-wise, as in the type, ditto. I have always been quite picky because otherwise…
    Kit-wise, struggled again all year long. As a solo, multi-day, hybrid destination wedding shooter, I have some very specific needs.
    It’s been an evolving process over many years based on the available tech each year combined with my ever-evolving approach and needs.
    By the close of my 2023 season, I finally cracked it regarding kit with the final conclusion that a 2, 3 or 4 body kit could work equally as well, but glass was the key.
    L Mount does not give me it so it has been a case of either ditch it totally, or split my photo and video needs into 2 different systems.
    For 2024, I decided to do just that and then we will see how that goes.
    My ‘perfect’ set up is with Canon, based around a pair of R3’s, IMO, the ultimate current hybrid body, but I can’t afford so…
    L Mount for video and Nikon/adapted Tamron for stills:
    Static video = S1H + battery grip + 70-200mm f4
    Roaming video = S5ii + Sigma 28-70mm f2.8
    Candid photo = Nikon Zf + 40mm f2
    All other photo = Nikon ‘X’ + Tamron 20-40mm f2.8 plus Tamron 70-180mm f2.8
    The ‘X’ being either; Z8, Z9, new Z6iii if it is available in time, or even another Zf. 
    Other than that final piece of kit, I’m sorted and happy with all my set up, cameras, lenses, lights, audio etc and I’m well set up also with my motorhome/RV as a home away from home and mobile office.
    Bring it on ‘24!
     
  2. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from IronFilm in 2023 In Review - How Did Your Year Go?   
    It went OK…
    I ended up doing 21 jobs instead of the previous years 33, but the 2022 year workload was insane and a necessity after 2 terrible Covid ‘work’ years (ha, 6 jobs in 2 years).
    2024 I have revised it down slightly even further to 15-20 and I already have 4 jobs locked in for 2025.
    Volume-wise, I have no concerns.
    Client-wise, as in the type, ditto. I have always been quite picky because otherwise…
    Kit-wise, struggled again all year long. As a solo, multi-day, hybrid destination wedding shooter, I have some very specific needs.
    It’s been an evolving process over many years based on the available tech each year combined with my ever-evolving approach and needs.
    By the close of my 2023 season, I finally cracked it regarding kit with the final conclusion that a 2, 3 or 4 body kit could work equally as well, but glass was the key.
    L Mount does not give me it so it has been a case of either ditch it totally, or split my photo and video needs into 2 different systems.
    For 2024, I decided to do just that and then we will see how that goes.
    My ‘perfect’ set up is with Canon, based around a pair of R3’s, IMO, the ultimate current hybrid body, but I can’t afford so…
    L Mount for video and Nikon/adapted Tamron for stills:
    Static video = S1H + battery grip + 70-200mm f4
    Roaming video = S5ii + Sigma 28-70mm f2.8
    Candid photo = Nikon Zf + 40mm f2
    All other photo = Nikon ‘X’ + Tamron 20-40mm f2.8 plus Tamron 70-180mm f2.8
    The ‘X’ being either; Z8, Z9, new Z6iii if it is available in time, or even another Zf. 
    Other than that final piece of kit, I’m sorted and happy with all my set up, cameras, lenses, lights, audio etc and I’m well set up also with my motorhome/RV as a home away from home and mobile office.
    Bring it on ‘24!
     
  3. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from Emanuel in 2023 In Review - How Did Your Year Go?   
    It went OK…
    I ended up doing 21 jobs instead of the previous years 33, but the 2022 year workload was insane and a necessity after 2 terrible Covid ‘work’ years (ha, 6 jobs in 2 years).
    2024 I have revised it down slightly even further to 15-20 and I already have 4 jobs locked in for 2025.
    Volume-wise, I have no concerns.
    Client-wise, as in the type, ditto. I have always been quite picky because otherwise…
    Kit-wise, struggled again all year long. As a solo, multi-day, hybrid destination wedding shooter, I have some very specific needs.
    It’s been an evolving process over many years based on the available tech each year combined with my ever-evolving approach and needs.
    By the close of my 2023 season, I finally cracked it regarding kit with the final conclusion that a 2, 3 or 4 body kit could work equally as well, but glass was the key.
    L Mount does not give me it so it has been a case of either ditch it totally, or split my photo and video needs into 2 different systems.
    For 2024, I decided to do just that and then we will see how that goes.
    My ‘perfect’ set up is with Canon, based around a pair of R3’s, IMO, the ultimate current hybrid body, but I can’t afford so…
    L Mount for video and Nikon/adapted Tamron for stills:
    Static video = S1H + battery grip + 70-200mm f4
    Roaming video = S5ii + Sigma 28-70mm f2.8
    Candid photo = Nikon Zf + 40mm f2
    All other photo = Nikon ‘X’ + Tamron 20-40mm f2.8 plus Tamron 70-180mm f2.8
    The ‘X’ being either; Z8, Z9, new Z6iii if it is available in time, or even another Zf. 
    Other than that final piece of kit, I’m sorted and happy with all my set up, cameras, lenses, lights, audio etc and I’m well set up also with my motorhome/RV as a home away from home and mobile office.
    Bring it on ‘24!
     
  4. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from PannySVHS in 2023 In Review - How Did Your Year Go?   
    It went OK…
    I ended up doing 21 jobs instead of the previous years 33, but the 2022 year workload was insane and a necessity after 2 terrible Covid ‘work’ years (ha, 6 jobs in 2 years).
    2024 I have revised it down slightly even further to 15-20 and I already have 4 jobs locked in for 2025.
    Volume-wise, I have no concerns.
    Client-wise, as in the type, ditto. I have always been quite picky because otherwise…
    Kit-wise, struggled again all year long. As a solo, multi-day, hybrid destination wedding shooter, I have some very specific needs.
    It’s been an evolving process over many years based on the available tech each year combined with my ever-evolving approach and needs.
    By the close of my 2023 season, I finally cracked it regarding kit with the final conclusion that a 2, 3 or 4 body kit could work equally as well, but glass was the key.
    L Mount does not give me it so it has been a case of either ditch it totally, or split my photo and video needs into 2 different systems.
    For 2024, I decided to do just that and then we will see how that goes.
    My ‘perfect’ set up is with Canon, based around a pair of R3’s, IMO, the ultimate current hybrid body, but I can’t afford so…
    L Mount for video and Nikon/adapted Tamron for stills:
    Static video = S1H + battery grip + 70-200mm f4
    Roaming video = S5ii + Sigma 28-70mm f2.8
    Candid photo = Nikon Zf + 40mm f2
    All other photo = Nikon ‘X’ + Tamron 20-40mm f2.8 plus Tamron 70-180mm f2.8
    The ‘X’ being either; Z8, Z9, new Z6iii if it is available in time, or even another Zf. 
    Other than that final piece of kit, I’m sorted and happy with all my set up, cameras, lenses, lights, audio etc and I’m well set up also with my motorhome/RV as a home away from home and mobile office.
    Bring it on ‘24!
     
  5. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from FHDcrew in 2023 In Review - How Did Your Year Go?   
    It went OK…
    I ended up doing 21 jobs instead of the previous years 33, but the 2022 year workload was insane and a necessity after 2 terrible Covid ‘work’ years (ha, 6 jobs in 2 years).
    2024 I have revised it down slightly even further to 15-20 and I already have 4 jobs locked in for 2025.
    Volume-wise, I have no concerns.
    Client-wise, as in the type, ditto. I have always been quite picky because otherwise…
    Kit-wise, struggled again all year long. As a solo, multi-day, hybrid destination wedding shooter, I have some very specific needs.
    It’s been an evolving process over many years based on the available tech each year combined with my ever-evolving approach and needs.
    By the close of my 2023 season, I finally cracked it regarding kit with the final conclusion that a 2, 3 or 4 body kit could work equally as well, but glass was the key.
    L Mount does not give me it so it has been a case of either ditch it totally, or split my photo and video needs into 2 different systems.
    For 2024, I decided to do just that and then we will see how that goes.
    My ‘perfect’ set up is with Canon, based around a pair of R3’s, IMO, the ultimate current hybrid body, but I can’t afford so…
    L Mount for video and Nikon/adapted Tamron for stills:
    Static video = S1H + battery grip + 70-200mm f4
    Roaming video = S5ii + Sigma 28-70mm f2.8
    Candid photo = Nikon Zf + 40mm f2
    All other photo = Nikon ‘X’ + Tamron 20-40mm f2.8 plus Tamron 70-180mm f2.8
    The ‘X’ being either; Z8, Z9, new Z6iii if it is available in time, or even another Zf. 
    Other than that final piece of kit, I’m sorted and happy with all my set up, cameras, lenses, lights, audio etc and I’m well set up also with my motorhome/RV as a home away from home and mobile office.
    Bring it on ‘24!
     
  6. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from John Matthews in 2023 In Review - How Did Your Year Go?   
    It went OK…
    I ended up doing 21 jobs instead of the previous years 33, but the 2022 year workload was insane and a necessity after 2 terrible Covid ‘work’ years (ha, 6 jobs in 2 years).
    2024 I have revised it down slightly even further to 15-20 and I already have 4 jobs locked in for 2025.
    Volume-wise, I have no concerns.
    Client-wise, as in the type, ditto. I have always been quite picky because otherwise…
    Kit-wise, struggled again all year long. As a solo, multi-day, hybrid destination wedding shooter, I have some very specific needs.
    It’s been an evolving process over many years based on the available tech each year combined with my ever-evolving approach and needs.
    By the close of my 2023 season, I finally cracked it regarding kit with the final conclusion that a 2, 3 or 4 body kit could work equally as well, but glass was the key.
    L Mount does not give me it so it has been a case of either ditch it totally, or split my photo and video needs into 2 different systems.
    For 2024, I decided to do just that and then we will see how that goes.
    My ‘perfect’ set up is with Canon, based around a pair of R3’s, IMO, the ultimate current hybrid body, but I can’t afford so…
    L Mount for video and Nikon/adapted Tamron for stills:
    Static video = S1H + battery grip + 70-200mm f4
    Roaming video = S5ii + Sigma 28-70mm f2.8
    Candid photo = Nikon Zf + 40mm f2
    All other photo = Nikon ‘X’ + Tamron 20-40mm f2.8 plus Tamron 70-180mm f2.8
    The ‘X’ being either; Z8, Z9, new Z6iii if it is available in time, or even another Zf. 
    Other than that final piece of kit, I’m sorted and happy with all my set up, cameras, lenses, lights, audio etc and I’m well set up also with my motorhome/RV as a home away from home and mobile office.
    Bring it on ‘24!
     
  7. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from IronFilm in Mid-budget, mid-talent, mid-serious recommendations.   
    For most people most of the time at this price point. IMO.
    An easier pick than the Zf as it’s more conventional but I am now of the opinion that Z Mount has the best lens options as it has all of it’s own Z line, all of it’s back catalogue F and all of Sony E, these latter two adapted with full AF capability.
    The most interesting and least compromised kit at this price point today, is L Mount and Nikon.
    The Zf is quite a big jump over the Z6ii when it comes to AF and IBIS and has the processor from the Z8/9.
    I hope so because I am currently on that proverbial fence flip-flopping between Z9, Z8, another Zf or a Z6iii.
    Ideally for its role, I would like a gripped body…but also a compact as possible body.
    Pros and cons for each of the above, but that’s just my own personal dilemma, but pertaining to Daniel, yes, might be worth holding on a while and seeing what the Z6iii might be.
    If it turns out to be a re-bodied Zf, then a lot of folks are going to be disappointed. Not because it won’t be a great camera…because that would be, but because folks always want more.
    If it has a version of the Sony A7iv 33mp sensor, an updated Z6ii style body and the tech from the Zf, straight to the top of the class, especially if it has an optional battery grip that is better designed than the clunky Z8 option.
  8. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from IronFilm in Will The Creator change how blockbusters get filmed?   
    Finally just saw it myself today.
    Had to watch on my 16” MacBook because…well that is a long and boring story, so I won’t bother with that, but really enjoyed it.
    Big fan of Bladerunner (both), Dune, Rogue One, ie, well done sci fi and this can be added to that list.
    It could have been a bit longer actually, but the opposite of Rebel Moon which we saw the other day and didn’t think was complete trash, but fairly poor.
    I’m tempted to trade in my S1H and S5ii for a pair of FX3’s but somehow, I don’t think it will be enough, so sticking with them.
  9. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from PannySVHS in Mid-budget, mid-talent, mid-serious recommendations.   
    Lumix S5ii + Sigma 28-70mm f2.8 is a solid all-rounder with great stills capability and possibly the best video chops at this price point.
    Nikon Zf + adapted Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 G2 is a slightly quirky, left field choice with arguably even better AF, IBIS and photo quality over the Lumix, but with a few less ultimate video options.
    Fuji XH2/S + 16-55mm f2.8 keeps you within your familiar brand, improves on ‘everything’ compared with what you have except possibly ultimate output (but honestly, who would notice) but arguably, the full-frame options are slightly ahead in areas such as AF and outright capability.
    I’d be happy with any of them and for me it comes down to the final detail and how my entire kit works as a whole for the specific needs and wants I personally have.
    On that basis, for 2024, I am shooting L Mount for video and Nikon for stills, but if you took it all away and dumped a Fuji based system into my hands, it would work equally ‘real world’ just as well.
  10. Haha
    MrSMW got a reaction from PannySVHS in A6700?   
    This forum needs a section called 'Ask Kye'.
    Again, I'm just messing and do enjoy your posts 😘
  11. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from kye in World's smallest DSLM that shoots 4k?   
    Sony RX100V ?
    I had one and it was pretty fantastic. Tiny, genuinely pocketable and my only real issue was overheating for how I used it which is for MUCH longer takes than you Kye.
    Same issue with the ZV1, brilliant little thing but needed cooling…which it probably could today with the Tilta stick on jobbie.
    Part of me really wants to go uber-small with my gear, but I think for my needs and taking budget (the huge losses in trading) into consideration, it’s a non-starter.
    Just knocking off 1kg is a big plus for me for 2024 but that is still a body and lens combo about 5+ times heavier than any of yours 🤪
  12. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from ghostwind in Getting things right in camera   
    Awful in my line of work as any change/changes mid scene is near impossible to overcome in post. Just a headache.
    But otherwise yes, fixed WB of ‘5500’ works nicely and is my go to (not 5600) as it’s the recommendation for the conversion LUT I use.
    I also meant 4500 indoors not 4000, so 4500 and 5500 are my two programmed default options.
  13. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from PannySVHS in Getting things right in camera   
    Awful in my line of work as any change/changes mid scene is near impossible to overcome in post. Just a headache.
    But otherwise yes, fixed WB of ‘5500’ works nicely and is my go to (not 5600) as it’s the recommendation for the conversion LUT I use.
    I also meant 4500 indoors not 4000, so 4500 and 5500 are my two programmed default options.
  14. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from FHDcrew in Getting things right in camera   
    Awful in my line of work as any change/changes mid scene is near impossible to overcome in post. Just a headache.
    But otherwise yes, fixed WB of ‘5500’ works nicely and is my go to (not 5600) as it’s the recommendation for the conversion LUT I use.
    I also meant 4500 indoors not 4000, so 4500 and 5500 are my two programmed default options.
  15. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from PannySVHS in Getting things right in camera   
    Being a hybrid wedding/event shooter, I don’t have the time to be setting WB every single scene so it’s 5600 outdoor and 4000 in and adjust in post if needs be.
    Otherwise indeed trying to get as much SOOC internally as possible.
    Works for me.
    I shoot log these days/this last year, but no issues with shooting a flat profile and do so for all low light/after dark stuff.
  16. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from Evgeniy85 in New Nikon Camera coming…Z8?   
    Probably…
    Back in the day, rangefinders for film photography were the thing.
    To some they still are, but perhaps these days in a digital format such as the Leica M8/9/10/11, Q2/3 and the rangefinderesque Fuji X Pro-1/2/3 and X100 line.
    In recent years, they have become video capable, often to the same level as their mirrorless ‘SLR’ style siblings, but are they the best tool for the job?
    Probably not but will either work in a pinch or can be made to work…
    I’ve had a string of the Fuji X cameras from the Pro1 to the Pro2 and all of the X100 cameras except the the V, ie, all of them except their most recent incarnations which are the most video capable.
    I personally would not choose any of them for video work regardless of capability because unless rigged out, they don’t work very well ergonomically for video compared with their siblings, ie, I’d take an XH2 over an X100V as a video tool every time.
    For stills though, either with a built in pancake or interchangeable compact lens system such as the X Pro line or the Nikon Zf, they are nice to use.
    For stills, in my career, the two cameras I have enjoyed the most have been the X Pro1 and X Pro2, the second version fixing the somewhat tardy AF issues of the first version.
    I never went to the 3 because though I would have welcomed a tilt screen, the one they went for was not for me.
    So the Zf is a return to that style of shooting (stills) for me and with a fixed lens approach as another…and perhaps my favourite ever stills camera, was the original X100.
    The 35mm focal length was/is pretty good, but 40 is better still. 12mp back in the day was OK, but 24/25 is far better. And it has excellent AF and all round operating speed including start up from cold. And then there is fantastic class leading IBIS and almost the same level of video capability as my S5ii.
    Almost because it doesn’t allow for 6k shooting though technically could.
    But would it make a decent or even good video camera?
    Actually yes, for my needs at least and this is something I will be exploring in 2024.
    In standard format, it’s ergonomically shit for holding out in front of you style video, but the Smallrig grip improves things considerably.
    I don’t think it’s the kind of body to be using bigger zooms or longer lenses on, but I will be interested to see how it handles with my (adapted) Tamron 70-180mm when it turns up, but again, more from a stills perspective.
    But as a pure video camera? Probably not. For one thing, it doesn’t really offer anything you’d want to shoot externally so whilst you could add a cage, handle, monitor etc, why would you? That would possibly be a case of forcing a tool to work better for you than it otherwise might, but more suited tools exist in the first place.
    But compared with the Z6ii, it’s moved the game on in the AF and IBIS department so it sits between it and the Z8. Kind of. At least capability-wise, though not ergonomically.
    I’m looking forward to using mine more. I never saw it coming but when it was announced ‘out of the blue’, knew instantly it would be a good fit for me.
    There’s quite a bit of hype, both positive and negative, around it right now, but that kind of thing doesn’t influence me, - it either works for me or does not and for me, it’s the 2023/2024 version of the Fuji X100 I always wanted.
    Criticisms so far…
    Only one and that is I would rather it had a tilt screen than a flip out but understand why they probably went this route, - to try and please 2 markets.
    Market 1 being the casual video shooter/content creator and Market 2 being ‘The Photographer’ who can turn and close the screen and use the viewfinder only and never use the video function.
    It’s not for everyone, but it is for me.
    Which topic is this again? Z8 I think… 🤔😉
    Still sitting on my fence over that one…
    It depends on if Nikon pop out a Z6iii any time soon and how that 70-180 works on my Smallrig gripped Zf, but otherwise leaning back towards the Z9 for the following reasons in no specific order:
    A. It’s arguably more ‘pro’.
    B. It’s undeniably ergonomically better and a better larger lens platform.
    C. Better cooling.
    D. Longer battery life.
    E. Twin CF Express card slots.
    The negative is it costs more than the Z8, is heavier and less discrete, but these compromises do not outweigh the sum total of A-E for me.
  17. Confused
    MrSMW got a reaction from Thpriest in 2024 - A "No Gear" Year   
    My parents still believe Great Britain has colonies and rules the world…
  18. Haha
    MrSMW reacted to John Matthews in 2024 - A "No Gear" Year   
    Many in France believe that too.
  19. Like
    MrSMW reacted to ghostwind in Thoughts on Nikon Z9/Z8 vs. Canon R3/R5(c)?   
    @Django & @MrSMW - I can't recommend the Z9 high enough. I've had mine for over a week, and I have zero regrets and am just loving it. 
  20. Haha
    MrSMW got a reaction from kye in 2024 - A "No Gear" Year   
    My parents still believe Great Britain has colonies and rules the world…
  21. Like
    MrSMW reacted to ade towell in Thoughts on Nikon Z9/Z8 vs. Canon R3/R5(c)?   
    From what I’ve seen I think the Z8 and Z9 have the best image and colour separation of all the mirrorlerss cameras, there is something special going on there, the R5c just looks like all the other Canon mirrorless, nice image but lacking a bit in DR and slightly noisier. The sensor tech just seems a bit less cutting edge. Canon have always struggled transferring the DR from still into video on their mirrorless cameras. A real shame as it is there in the rest of the Cinema line from the C70 upwards
    For me with the IBIS too the Nikon’s are the clear winner. Their lenses also look like they are better suited to video especially if you use AF being almost silent. I always had trouble finding fast affordable  Canon lenses that weren’t noisy  
  22. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from SRV1981 in new cam   
    The FX30 is a very fine camera in it’s own right but would be a sideways…or even backwards move for me, so no, not going to happen.
  23. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from Thpriest in Panasonic S5 II (What does Panasonic have up their sleeve?)   
    Ditto all of the ☝️
    Some folks read too many YouTube comments or even opinions from certain channels that are often based on diddly squat.
    Never had banding or AF issues with my S5ii. For video, it’s a f**king excellent piece of kit and way above most folks needs or skills.
    And for the price, silly value.
  24. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from Django in New Nikon Camera coming…Z8?   
    Probably…
    Back in the day, rangefinders for film photography were the thing.
    To some they still are, but perhaps these days in a digital format such as the Leica M8/9/10/11, Q2/3 and the rangefinderesque Fuji X Pro-1/2/3 and X100 line.
    In recent years, they have become video capable, often to the same level as their mirrorless ‘SLR’ style siblings, but are they the best tool for the job?
    Probably not but will either work in a pinch or can be made to work…
    I’ve had a string of the Fuji X cameras from the Pro1 to the Pro2 and all of the X100 cameras except the the V, ie, all of them except their most recent incarnations which are the most video capable.
    I personally would not choose any of them for video work regardless of capability because unless rigged out, they don’t work very well ergonomically for video compared with their siblings, ie, I’d take an XH2 over an X100V as a video tool every time.
    For stills though, either with a built in pancake or interchangeable compact lens system such as the X Pro line or the Nikon Zf, they are nice to use.
    For stills, in my career, the two cameras I have enjoyed the most have been the X Pro1 and X Pro2, the second version fixing the somewhat tardy AF issues of the first version.
    I never went to the 3 because though I would have welcomed a tilt screen, the one they went for was not for me.
    So the Zf is a return to that style of shooting (stills) for me and with a fixed lens approach as another…and perhaps my favourite ever stills camera, was the original X100.
    The 35mm focal length was/is pretty good, but 40 is better still. 12mp back in the day was OK, but 24/25 is far better. And it has excellent AF and all round operating speed including start up from cold. And then there is fantastic class leading IBIS and almost the same level of video capability as my S5ii.
    Almost because it doesn’t allow for 6k shooting though technically could.
    But would it make a decent or even good video camera?
    Actually yes, for my needs at least and this is something I will be exploring in 2024.
    In standard format, it’s ergonomically shit for holding out in front of you style video, but the Smallrig grip improves things considerably.
    I don’t think it’s the kind of body to be using bigger zooms or longer lenses on, but I will be interested to see how it handles with my (adapted) Tamron 70-180mm when it turns up, but again, more from a stills perspective.
    But as a pure video camera? Probably not. For one thing, it doesn’t really offer anything you’d want to shoot externally so whilst you could add a cage, handle, monitor etc, why would you? That would possibly be a case of forcing a tool to work better for you than it otherwise might, but more suited tools exist in the first place.
    But compared with the Z6ii, it’s moved the game on in the AF and IBIS department so it sits between it and the Z8. Kind of. At least capability-wise, though not ergonomically.
    I’m looking forward to using mine more. I never saw it coming but when it was announced ‘out of the blue’, knew instantly it would be a good fit for me.
    There’s quite a bit of hype, both positive and negative, around it right now, but that kind of thing doesn’t influence me, - it either works for me or does not and for me, it’s the 2023/2024 version of the Fuji X100 I always wanted.
    Criticisms so far…
    Only one and that is I would rather it had a tilt screen than a flip out but understand why they probably went this route, - to try and please 2 markets.
    Market 1 being the casual video shooter/content creator and Market 2 being ‘The Photographer’ who can turn and close the screen and use the viewfinder only and never use the video function.
    It’s not for everyone, but it is for me.
    Which topic is this again? Z8 I think… 🤔😉
    Still sitting on my fence over that one…
    It depends on if Nikon pop out a Z6iii any time soon and how that 70-180 works on my Smallrig gripped Zf, but otherwise leaning back towards the Z9 for the following reasons in no specific order:
    A. It’s arguably more ‘pro’.
    B. It’s undeniably ergonomically better and a better larger lens platform.
    C. Better cooling.
    D. Longer battery life.
    E. Twin CF Express card slots.
    The negative is it costs more than the Z8, is heavier and less discrete, but these compromises do not outweigh the sum total of A-E for me.
  25. Like
    MrSMW got a reaction from newfoundmass in Panasonic S5 II (What does Panasonic have up their sleeve?)   
    Ditto all of the ☝️
    Some folks read too many YouTube comments or even opinions from certain channels that are often based on diddly squat.
    Never had banding or AF issues with my S5ii. For video, it’s a f**king excellent piece of kit and way above most folks needs or skills.
    And for the price, silly value.
×
×
  • Create New...