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 p.4 #1 · Hasselblad XCD 35-100mm vs 90mm vs Sony 50-150mm GM | |
Andrew CD wrote:
This whole thread and, in particular, these last two posts from @bwcolor@ and @flash@, is really helpful. I’m in the process of deciding what camera to buy to replace my A7R iv for landscapes (not least in the mountains), architecture and travel, to complement my M11 and MP (I also have an A1 for BIF). I have narrowed it down to A7R vi + 28-70 (I already have MF primes I’m completely happy with) or X2D ii, probably with 35-100 and 25V or 28P (I really like the 21mm FF focal length).
The real answer is that, for my skill level and experience, both are more than adequate — as indeed is the A7R iv. But there’s nothing wrong with enjoying new (and different) kit.
Now, I strongly suspect that these cameras are at the point where dynamic range is not a deciding factor. On the other hand, although I don’t think that 10 stops is remotely credible, I’m quite prepared to believe (and what Gordon has frequently said reinforces this view) that the Hasselblad’s IBIS and colour consistency is superior. From my perspective, the Sony’s two main strengths are the lens range (coupled with the fact I already have several good ones) and the fact that I’d rather not use Phocus as well as Lightroom (which I will continue to use).
So I’d be very interested to hear any thoughts from any of you who have actually used both the Sony 28-70mm f/2 and the Hasselblad 35-100mm. I care more about the combination (i.e. the whole system) than the camera or lens in isolation.
And yes, it’s very much a first world problem. As for a couple of earlier posts, I freely admit to being a mature nerd (although I think I prefer the word ‘geek’) …. 
Edit to add: I had been thinking that, if I do plump for the X2D, I would go with the 38V and 90V. But, given that my focus would be landscapes, I’ve switched to thinking that the zoom would be the better choice (probably with the 28P).
Andrew
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I also shoot with an M11 Monochrom and a number of film ‘M’ cameras. Here, I’ve decided to sell the Monochrom and stay with film. If I were to choose only one digital system, I would 100% go Sony if I still shot sports and needed longer lenses. I just re-entered the Sony system because of the new f2.0 zooms. These provide a look that I don’t get with the Hasselblad. That said, if I only owned one system, it would be the X2D2 and lenses. I only have the 25mm, 38mm and 90mm ‘v’ primes and the two ‘E’ zooms. I mainly use my systems for travel photography and am 100% shooting handheld. So, the IBIS when paired with Phocus Mobile make the X2D2 a solid platform. If I were to only own one system and one lens, it would be the X2D2 and the 35-100mm ‘E’ lens. If I only wanted a single prime, it would be the 38v. The three lenses that I will 100% keep are the two zooms and 38 v. The more economical approach would be the 35-100mm, 25mm and 38mm v lenses. The wide zoom is pretty pricey. One other must buy is the Falcam cage. SmallRig is also releasing a cage of differing design.
Regarding the joy of using the camera, the X2D2 is miles ahead of the A7R6. I still use my X2D, but it now serves to copy film.
I believe that I’m in the minority with regards to using Phocus desktop. I find that little time, or effort is involved in using Phocus to interpret colors and do noise reduction. I then import Phocus generated TIFFs into Lightroom Classic. The penalty paid is file size. Most people just go straight to their primary photo software and skip Phocus.
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