theHUN wrote:
Most modern cameras give me pause. More and more pixels, lenses with better and better MTF. These are great if you want precise and accurate rendition, but they can be uninspiring for art. Of course I am as guilty as everyone else for having wanted these things. Thank god I tried film (cameras and lenses) and got hooked.
As for character, and since you are in the Hasselblad system, have you looked into adapting V lenses? My understanding is that this will require you to use the electronic shutter which will introduce its own set of issues in certain shooting conditions. Regarding lenses, the 110/2 comes to mind. But keep in mind that those beautiful optics come at the cost of a harsh pentagon diaphragm at certain apertures.
Perhaps a CineBloom Diffusion Filter would be a more palatable way to get some character? It may not be the real thing, but it's a starting point, and with proper subjects and lighting it should give very pleasant results. A big plus is that one filter may work on all lenses, and so all your lenses may work as precision and character lenses. This is much easier than hauling extra (character) lenses around, and you can still use the leaf shutter in the lens.
These days my one camera precision/character system is a mono and full spectrum converted A7R4. Gorgeous, unobtrusive (though not film-like) grain at high ISO. Voigtlander has some killer single coated lenses which scratch most of my character lens itches. A 73/1.9 Hektor scratches all the other itches. Their Apo lenses shred when precise and accurate rendition matter more.
Interesting you mention 2 lenses I own and use-the 110/2 on my M's and X2dii and the Hector 73/1.9 I use on my M's.
Horses for courses.
Dec 25, 2025 at 06:01 PM
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