Mathieu18 wrote:
Whole heartedly agree on the mounting, maybe FD made it a bit better on this new one. If you get it lined up right and don’t brute force it as you say, it’s not as bad as it’s reported to be. I’d still like to see the TA-GA3 get working on the TZE-01 but might give the G’s another go.
Thanks Matt.
Only miss personally for me with manual adapters on the Z is missing EXIF data which makes every image a guessing game in PP. This is true even with the Z6 and older F mount glass(I use a visilex ND instead of the FTZ) .
Indeed I am eagerly awaiting a firmware update to get my TA-GA3 & TZE to work stacked on the Z and am even ready to accept pure mf as a workaround.
I can live without knowing the exact aperture, but I really wish they'd fix Non-CPU so it didn't need the FTZ. It's a great adapter for AF-S lenses, but if I want to use an old Non AI prime it's a bloated hunk of junk just to record focal length and max aperture. They really need to enable recording data any time a lens isn't recognized...
lsds wrote:
Thanks Matt.
Only miss personally for me with manual adapters on the Z is missing EXIF data which makes every image a guessing game in PP. This is true even with the FTZ and F mount glass(I use a visilex ND instead of the FTZ) .
Indeed I am eagerly awaiting a firmware update to get my TA-GA3 & TZE to work stacked on the Z and am even ready to accept pure mf as a workaround.
lsds wrote:
These are with the new Fotodiox pro mf adapter(CG lenses > NZ).
The 'locking pin/tab' feature is on the side and can be engaged/disengaged without dismounting the adapter.
Key learning personally to smooth operation and avoiding frustration/damage was understanding the CG locking mechanism and not using brute force.
Once accurately mounted, focus experience with the FD is smooth overall, even with the G 90.
Build quality, ease of operation, feel, size, price - all a big win given the other alternatives.
Coming from the MF Nikkor and Leica R world, the focusing experience in general has left me pleasantly surprised; given the negative internet feedback on mf focus adaptability with adapters for the CG system.
I had even opened the FD adapter hoping to factor in potential improvements(grease, tab play, spring strength etc.) but found everything existing to be adequate and mechanism quite simple in operation; best left as-is. ...Show more →
Thank you very much for the info. I just ordered one and should get it soon. I look forward to using my Contax G lenses on the Z7.
Photographed Burning Man regional (~1600 participants) festival couple hours drive outside of Vancouver. Z7 + 24-70 2.8S is (imo) a perfect event photography combo. The event was bigger than ever before - super happy I didn't have to carry a DSLR + 24-70 2.8 all day long.
Couple examples selected from the ones already posted:
Hi, All...I am a new member to the forum, even though I have been referencing the site for years. I have been using Nikon bodies for a long time and currently use the D810 and D800e semi-professionally and have dabbled in the Sony mirrorless world, but (despite the advantages) never really connected with the ergonomics. While I initially shunned the Z6, due to the single card slot, I have been using one for the past couple of weeks, evaluating for more personal and travel usage. I have also been checking out the Fuji XT-2 and an arsenal of three zooms (10-24, 18-55, 55-200). I was ready to return the Z6, as my head was telling me that I should keep the XT-2, and wait for the next iteration of the Z series. Plus, I could use the XT-2 as a back-up if needed (dual cards). HOWEVER, , my heart has started to raise its voice since I took the Z6 to an air show this weekend with the Nikkor 200-500. I was stunned by the autofocus acquisition and overall speed of the camera...even with the adapter. The image quality also rivals that of my D810, despite the resolution difference (note: only my perception...nothing scientific).
The XT-2 is absolutely no slouch either and is a really fun camera to shoot with. However, I am thinking I will regret sending the Z6 back. Does anyone have some sage advice as I make a final decision on which mirrorless system to commit to? Thanks and hope you enjoy these pics of the great Blue Angels
DuluthSteve wrote:
Hi, All...I am a new member to the forum, even though I have been referencing the site for years. I have been using Nikon bodies for a long time and currently use the D810 and D800e semi-professionally and have dabbled in the Sony mirrorless world, but (despite the advantages) never really connected with the ergonomics. While I initially shunned the Z6, due to the single card slot, I have been using one for the past couple of weeks, evaluating for more personal and travel usage. I have also been checking out the Fuji XT-2 and an arsenal of three zooms (10-24, 18-55, 55-200). I was ready to return the Z6, as my head was telling me that I should keep the XT-2, and wait for the next iteration of the Z series. Plus, I could use the XT-2 as a back-up if needed (dual cards). HOWEVER, , my heart has started to raise its voice since I took the Z6 to an air show this weekend with the Nikkor 200-500. I was stunned by the autofocus acquisition and overall speed of the camera...even with the adapter. The image quality also rivals that of my D810, despite the resolution difference (note: only my perception...nothing scientific).
The XT-2 is absolutely no slouch either and is a really fun camera to shoot with. However, I am thinking I will regret sending the Z6 back. Does anyone have some sage advice as I make a final decision on which mirrorless system to commit to? Thanks and hope you enjoy these pics of the great Blue Angels ...Show more →
great shots, must of been saturday, i was there sunday, didn't have skies like that, well, we did, till just before the show starts
saturday, rain, cloudy skies gives way to sunny bright skies,
sunday, clear sunny bright skies gives way to cloudy skies
ocean2059 wrote:
Thank you very much for the info. I just ordered one and should get it soon. I look forward to using my Contax G lenses on the Z7.
All the best- please note there may be tolerance/fit differences especially where the locking pin engages with the lens to mount & unmount. Patience and a small toothpick/tab are your best friends in case the spring cannot retract the locking pin(happens occasionally). Forcing that will end in a broken tab(adapter) or perhaps lens damage(mount, contacts, knurling etc.).
Small price to pay in my opinion to the rich experience these adapters open us to.
Duluth! A bit north of us but at least the same state!
Nice shots of the Blue Angels. I hope some time they make it down to Southern MN.
I know a lot of photographers like Fuji though I've never used one but it seems like you are looking for a lighter/more compact alternative to the D8XX's. Try the Nikon 50 1.8S. If that lens doesn't convince you, nothing will.
I think the advantage for you (and me) is in the pretty seamless adaption of my already existing af-s and af-p lenses along with the IBIS advantage on my Nikon primes. But the real reason to keep the Z are the S lenses.
First shots with the 40/1.2 on the Z6. Nothing amazing, but a fun lens to use. That said my memory must been slipping. The rel world difference between the 40/1.2 and Loxia 35/2 aren't quite as severe as I remembered but I'll have to look at that more.
Are there any cover glass issues with using Sony glass on the Nikon? Is it advantageous to use E mount over M mount when the lens exist for both systems?
A few flowers taken with the Z7 and Zeiss 50mm macro. The sunflowers are cut flowers in vase, natural light composed of stacked images. the other two photos are a single image taken in the garden.
Nikon is 2.3mm vs Sony’s 2.5. It’ll lead to some trade offs in the corner and/or midframe but it’s pretty slight. The E had some field curvature so should if anything see slightly better corners (less FC) but slightly weaker midframe. I have an A7R still, maybe I’ll compare if I ever get time, but it’ll be fall before that happens.
I still think E is the better choice, Z Mount is closer to E mount stack than M mount stack. But also depends on EXIF, size, if you want close focus adapter, etc.
davewolfs wrote:
Are there any cover glass issues with using Sony glass on the Nikon? Is it advantageous to use E mount over M mount when the lens exist for both systems?
Nice, I do miss the 50MP. Probably my favorite of the Zeiss classics.
dwalk wrote:
A few flowers taken with the Z7 and Zeiss 50mm macro. The sunflowers are cut flowers in vase, natural light composed of stacked images. the other two photos are a single image taken in the garden.
DuluthSteve wrote:
Hi, All...I am a new member to the forum, even though I have been referencing the site for years. I have been using Nikon bodies for a long time and currently use the D810 and D800e semi-professionally and have dabbled in the Sony mirrorless world, but (despite the advantages) never really connected with the ergonomics. While I initially shunned the Z6, due to the single card slot, I have been using one for the past couple of weeks, evaluating for more personal and travel usage. I have also been checking out the Fuji XT-2 and an arsenal of three zooms (10-24, 18-55, 55-200). I was ready to return the Z6, as my head was telling me that I should keep the XT-2, and wait for the next iteration of the Z series. Plus, I could use the XT-2 as a back-up if needed (dual cards). HOWEVER, , my heart has started to raise its voice since I took the Z6 to an air show this weekend with the Nikkor 200-500. I was stunned by the autofocus acquisition and overall speed of the camera...even with the adapter. The image quality also rivals that of my D810, despite the resolution difference (note: only my perception...nothing scientific).
The XT-2 is absolutely no slouch either and is a really fun camera to shoot with. However, I am thinking I will regret sending the Z6 back. Does anyone have some sage advice as I make a final decision on which mirrorless system to commit to? Thanks and hope you enjoy these pics of the great Blue Angels ...Show more →
Welcome fellow Minnesotan. I think you will grow more fond of the Z as time passes. I see a lot of upside to this system. I was hesitant at first but I am really happy with my Z6.
DuluthSteve wrote:
Hi, All...I am a new member to the forum, even though I have been referencing the site for years. I have been using Nikon bodies for a long time and currently use the D810 and D800e semi-professionally and have dabbled in the Sony mirrorless world, but (despite the advantages) never really connected with the ergonomics. While I initially shunned the Z6, due to the single card slot, I have been using one for the past couple of weeks, evaluating for more personal and travel usage. I have also been checking out the Fuji XT-2 and an arsenal of three zooms (10-24, 18-55, 55-200). I was ready to return the Z6, as my head was telling me that I should keep the XT-2, and wait for the next iteration of the Z series. Plus, I could use the XT-2 as a back-up if needed (dual cards). HOWEVER, , my heart has started to raise its voice since I took the Z6 to an air show this weekend with the Nikkor 200-500. I was stunned by the autofocus acquisition and overall speed of the camera...even with the adapter. The image quality also rivals that of my D810, despite the resolution difference (note: only my perception...nothing scientific).
The XT-2 is absolutely no slouch either and is a really fun camera to shoot with. However, I am thinking I will regret sending the Z6 back. Does anyone have some sage advice as I make a final decision on which mirrorless system to commit to? Thanks and hope you enjoy these pics of the great Blue Angels ...Show more →
Lovely shots everyone
@Luc: Burning Man energy & motion well captured
@David: Great macro set & colors
@Duluth: Lovely birds in flight
@Michael: Nice composition & scenery
@Matt: Have always wanted to own the CV Nokton 1.4 but something about the colors and rendering always creates some hesitation. That 40 1.2 appears to be one sweet lens with classic rendering - are these OOC colors?
