Stunningly beautiful Yosemite set, @shutterbug40, especially the low morning fog and sunrise reflections of El Cap & Half Dome with snow dusting, truly spectacular
OwlsEyes wrote:
Thank you Kalani for commenting...
First... on the camera and photography: I am absolutely loving the files from the X1D 50C. I know that my camera is old by digital standards, but the quality of the files are so rich and filled with details. While I have been using the Z9, Z8, and other high resolution FX cameras for many years, there is something about the extra "real estate" in the medium format cameras that make a definite difference. In addition, with a camera that is slow to operate, I am spending time thinking about framing and format much like I once did with my long-gone Hassy 500C and Pentax 645 medium format film cameras. In fact, I am so smitten on the camera and format, that I'm contemplating trading my Leica M10 and 35mm color-skopar for a second X1D 50C (or X1D ii) w/ lens... If there any takers out there... send me a pm
Regarding the location, well I live between Santa Cruz and Monterey, so you have the general location correct. The photo was taken from New Brighton beach. To the left is the town of Aptos and to the right is Capitola. I have another image of where the cliff meets the ocean and you can see throngs of surfers in the distance... I'll post that one later today.
I’ve said a few times that I think the X cameras are more a replacement for an M than a SL or GFX system. If they’re used for a *considered* style of photography there’s not much better.
I’m enjoying you b&w conversions. ANother strength of the X1D.
flash wrote:
I’ve said a few times that I think the X cameras are more a replacement for an M than a SL or GFX system. If they’re used for a *considered* style of photography there’s not much better.
I’m enjoying you b&w conversions. ANother strength of the X1D.
Gordon
Thanks Gordon,...
I've been really enjoying the quality of images that I am seeing from my X1D. While a dabble in street photography, I am a nature photographer at heart and am always looking for ways to add something to that practice. Back in the day, I'd shoot Hasselblad 500-series cameras alongside Contax or Nikon film cameras. The 35mm was used for wildlife and other subjects that offered little opportunity to slow down. I now see that the X-series can be that counterbalance to my Nikon Z-gear.
Being budget limited, I am considering the purchase of an HC 120mm Macro + H to X adapter. What are your thoughts about how well this might play with the X1D 50C(i or ii)?
tsdevine wrote:
From a crowded and somewhat breezy day at Longwood Gardens.
GFX100S II + Mamiya 645 MF 120mm f/4 Macro/Kipon M645-GFX
Beautiful Tim. How are you liking that macro lens? I'm thinking of trying a macro lens to replace my Sony for film scanning, espeicially medium format film. I'll want something nice and sharp.
rji2goleez wrote:
Beautiful Tim. How are you liking that macro lens? I'm thinking of trying a macro lens to replace my Sony for film scanning, espeicially medium format film. I'll want something nice and sharp.
The M645 120/4 macro is a gem. Might be something out there that MTF's "sharper", but it renders very well (imo). I had the little brother M645 80/4 macro, but saw enough work from the 120/4 to know it's a dandy. Jim Colwell might have a thought or two on it, as well.
rji2goleez wrote:
Beautiful Tim. How are you liking that macro lens? I'm thinking of trying a macro lens to replace my Sony for film scanning, espeicially medium format film. I'll want something nice and sharp.
I haven't used it for something like that, but I'm pleased with the rendering and sharpness. I mean the 3 medium format 120mm macro lenses you always hear tossed about are the Contax (needs a smart adapter, which isn't cheap and the lens itself is expensive), the SMC Pentax-A (I do have a little soft spot for Pentax), and then the Mamiya. I have the version of the lens that requires a smart adapter to control aperture. Mine was unused in box and legitimately looked like the description. It was reasonable, but then I had to buy the smart version of the adapter. The version of the Mamiya with the aperture ring often seemed more expensive back when I looked (probably because it is more desirable.) But the "A" version has a aperture ring, so that's the one you'd probably want to get. From my understanding, all the permutations of the Mamiya is the same optical design.
tsdevine wrote:
I haven't used it for something like that, but I'm pleased with the rendering and sharpness. I mean the 3 medium format 120mm macro lenses you always hear tossed about are the Contax (needs a smart adapter, which isn't cheap and the lens itself is expensive), the SMC Pentax-A (I do have a little soft spot for Pentax), and then the Mamiya. I have the version of the lens that requires a smart adapter to control aperture. Mine was unused in box and legitimately looked like the description. It was reasonable, but then I had to buy the smart version of the adapter. The version of the Mamiya with the aperture ring often seemed more expensive back when I looked (probably because it is more desirable.) But the "A" version has a aperture ring, so that's the one you'd probably want to get. From my understanding, all the permutations of the Mamiya is the same optical design. ...Show more →
The "A" designator (iirc) is akin to an APO, the C and N designators are coatings, with the N being preferred over C in Mamiya lenses that aren't designated as "A". Again, iirc. Jim would be a trusted source.
RustyBug wrote:
The "A" designator (iirc) is akin to an APO, the C and N designators are coatings, with the N being preferred over C in Mamiya lenses that aren't designated as "A". Again, iirc. Jim would be a trusted source.
Yeah, Jim would be the best source. It just so happens that I believe the "A" version...which I agree means APO, is also the one with an aperture ring. The later ones don't have an aperture ring, and also don't say "A" to my knowledge.
