EB-1 wrote:
What single lens would be used to compare all those different bodies?
EBH
Sigma or Zeiss? They have native versions for Canon and Nikon DSLRs and there are excellent adapters for Sony and Fuji GFX.
The Sigma 105mm f1.4 or Otus 100mm f1.4 are probably the best performers.
But DR comparisons are widely available demonstrating the large superiority of Sony sensors, even more so when considering the 33x44mm sensor of the GFX. There is probably a 3 stop real world gap btwn the 5DRs and the GFX-100II. Which is nothing short of huge.
It’s of course possible to limit one’s shooting to situations where this won’t make any difference, or to let one’s post processing style be limited by what the sensor can tolerate. And there is of course affordability also. New equipment becoming more pricy due to tariffs, the weakening US$, etc,… So it’s fine to continue shooting with the 5Drs of course. But I would personally still want to be objective about what I am missing out on.
And btw the GFX-100II is a great solution to scan large format negatives thanks to its multishot capabilities. I have created a dedicated set up for this that also allows for flat stitching with a dedicated continuous source used for heritage applications (very high color fidelity leds), Arca tech camera and Rodenstock macro lens. Way better than my former Imacon and it can do 8x10.
EB-1 wrote:
What single lens would be used to compare all those different bodies?
EBH
Sigma or Zeiss? They have native versions for Canon and Nikon DSLRs and there are excellent adapters for Sony and Fuji GFX.
The Sigma 105mm f1.4 or Otus 100mm f1.4 are probably the best performers.
But DR comparisons are widely available demonstrating the large superiority of Sony sensors, even more so when considering the 33x44mm sensor of the GFX. There is probably a 3 stop real world gap btwn the 5DRs and the GFX-100II. Which is nothing short of huge.
It’s of course possible to limit one’s shooting to situations where this won’t make any difference, or to let one’s post processing style be limited by what the sensor can tolerate. And there is of course affordability also. New equipment becoming more pricy due to tariffs etc,… So it’s fine to continue shooting with the 5Drs of course. But I would personally still want to be objective about what I am missing out on.
And btw the GFX-100II is a great solution to scan large format negatives thanks to its multishot capabilities. I have created a dedicated set up for this that also allows for flat stitching with a dedicated continuous source used for heritage applications (very high color fidelity leds), Arca tech camera and Rodenstock macro lens. Way better than my former Imacon and it can do 8x10.
EB-1 wrote:
What single lens would be used to compare all those different bodies?
EBH
Sigma or Zeiss? They have native versions for Canon and Nikon DSLRs and there are excellent adapters for Sony and Fuji GFX.
The Sigma 105mm f1.4 or Otus 100mm f1.4 are probably the best performers.
But DR comparisons are widely available demonstrating the large superiority of Sony sensors, even more so when considering the 33x44mm sensor of the GFX. There is probably a 3 stop real world gap btwn the 5DRs and the GFX-100II. Which is nothing short of huge.
It’s of course possible to limit one’s shooting to situations where this won’t make any difference, or to let one’s post processing style be limited by what the sensor can tolerate. And there is of course affordability also. New equipment becoming more pricy due to tariffs etc,… So it’s fine to continue shooting with the 5Drs of course. But I would personally still want to be objective about what I am missing out on.
And btw the GFX-100II is a great solution to scan large format negatives thanks to its multishot capabilities. I have created a dedicated set up for this that also allows for flat stitching with a dedicated continuous source, Arca tech camera and Rodenstock macro lens. Way better than my former Imacon and it can do 8x10.
Cheers,
Bernard
Sep 29, 2025 at 04:48 PM
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