John Magnoski
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The Game-Changing Arca Swiss Cube: Worth the Hype?
Do you need the Arca Swiss Cube? It all depends on the type of photography you do and how much precision you need in your compositions. In this short video review I run down the cost and the benefits of using the Arca Swiss Cube.
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The best filter system? My thoughts on the K&F Concept Square Filter System Pro
มุมมอง 17K2 ปีที่แล้ว
How does the K&F Concept Square Filter System Pro compare to the top of the line Wine Country Camera 100mm filter system (v1)? In today's video I compare both systems and let you know which one I think is best for the majority of photographers. *Link to the K&F Concept Square Filter System Pro: B&H: bhpho.to/3AEEx7M Amazon: amzn.to/3gsHxxk Grad Filter: amzn.to/3u20F8o *affiliate links If you fi...
Making a Custom Art Piece
มุมมอง 4692 ปีที่แล้ว
In a previous video I talked about the value of printing your work and I’d like to expand upon that topic today by taking you behind the scenes and share how I created a custom photographic art piece for our newly renovated kitchen. I admit that my camera work on this video could be improved. You see, I was already in the process of working on this project when my son excitedly asked me - “Hey ...
Worth the Upgrade? My Thoughts on Capture One 22
มุมมอง 11K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Finally! Capture One 22 adds HDR merging and panoramic image stitching! It's the tools we C1 users have been waiting FOREVER for them to include... but is it worth the wait? And if you own previous versions, should you upgrade or look elsewhere? In today's video, I talk about the new HDR tool and candidly give you my thoughts on this tool and what I would like to see from companies like Capture...
Why EVERYONE Should Be Printing Their Photos
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After the financial crash of 2008 I had to sell all my printing gear to keep food on the table and lost a huge part of what it meant for me to be a photographer. In this video, I go through that history and discuss why I love printing and why I feel every photographer should be printing their images. If you find value in my content and would like to help support my channel, you may make a small...
Hoarfrost Photography with Fuji GFX50s is a game changer
มุมมอง 7013 ปีที่แล้ว
Put the busy work aside and feed your soul by spending time out photographing God's creation - especially when you are blessed with a whole week of gorgeous hoarfrost! In this video, I skip out on my business duties and spend the day photographing the hoarfrost around my property and locally around my town. In the 4 hours I was out, I captured a number of images I am proud to share. In the vide...
Easily Create Beautiful Black and White Images in Affinity Photo
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Easily create beautiful black & white images using Affinity Photo and the simple, easy to follow process I share in this video. I will show you my workflow while editing three images from different cameras - two are raw files, and one is an overexposed jpg image. You will see how my process creates striking black and white photos regardless of the file type. If you find value in my content and ...
How Photographing for Myself Won Me a Dream Client
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In this video I share with you how when I carved out 2.5 hours in between client shoots, I was able to produce work that landed me a pretty cool opportunity which lead me to photographing for one of my dream clients. It’s amazing how shooting for oneself can plant the seeds that can attract the type of client or customer you dream of. With just a little effort and persistence your career can gr...
Capture One & Affinity Photo | Panoramic Stitching & HDR Blending RoundTrip Workflow
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In today's video, I quickly share with you my process for stitching panoramic images and also how I go about HDR blending when using Capture One 20 and Affinity Photo. If you find value in my content and would like to help support my channel, you may make a small donation at the following link: PayPalMe = paypal.me/magnoski​ or you can purchase prints at my website: www.magnoski.com/prints Reco...
Fujifilm X100V (& Why I Love Fujifilm Cameras)
มุมมอง 22K4 ปีที่แล้ว
In 2011 Fujifilm released the groundbreaking X100 camera that photographers all over the world fell in love with. In this video, I go through my history with Fujifilm cameras (going all the way back to 2000 with the Fujifilm S1 Pro) and discussing why I love the X100 series cameras and then closing with my thoughts on the new Fujifilm X100V. If you find value in my content and would like to hel...
Create Beautiful Black and White Photos in Capture One Pro 20
มุมมอง 19K4 ปีที่แล้ว
Level up your black & white images by using Capture One Pro 20 and the simple, easy to follow process I share in this video. I will show you my black and white processing workflow while editing various images from different cameras within Capture One Pro - no Photoshop needed! Knowing how to edit your photos as dynamic black and white images is an important step to creating beautiful photos you...
Capture One + Affinity Photo Workflow Update
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In this video, I answer one of the most common questions I get about working in both Capture One Pro and Affinity Photo. If you find value in my content and would like to help support my channel, you may make a small donation at the following link: PayPalMe = paypal.me/magnoski​ or you can purchase prints at my website: www.magnoski.com/prints Recommended Gear: (Amazon Affiliate Links) Epson P9...
Capture One + Affinity Photo = Powerful Workflow
มุมมอง 42K5 ปีที่แล้ว
Take your architectural photos to the next level by using the two most powerful editing programs available - Capture One Pro (v12) and Affinity Photo. In this video I show you my simple architectural photography workflow while editing an image in Capture One Pro and then doing the finish work in Affinity Photo - no Photoshop needed! Knowing how to edit your raw photos is an important step to de...
Use Your Talents to Achieve Your Goals
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Vlog Episode 003 - Achieve Your Goals by Using Your Talents In this vlog I discuss how using talents (gifts) can help you achieve your goals if you stay focused and sincere and what you want to create and share with the world. If you find value in my content and would like to help support my channel, you may make a small donation at the following link: PayPalMe = paypal.me/magnoski​ or you can ...
Capturing Dramatic Architecture: Two Days in Egg Harbor
มุมมอง 1.3K5 ปีที่แล้ว
At the end of August (2018) I made the long drive east towards door county Wisconsin to capture the exteriors of the new Egg Harbor library for my client - HGA Architects & Engineers. This is a simple video highlighting my travel and process photographing the Egg Harbor Library exteriors. Enjoy. If you find value in my content and would like to help support my channel, you may make a small dona...

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  • @fanikurti2420
    @fanikurti2420 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Is there a command in Capture ONE that allows multiple selected images to be OPENED AS LAYERS IN PHOTOSHOP OR AFFINITY PHOTO? (like lightroom has?)

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Unfortunately, no. This has been a feature request, but I doubt if C1 will implement this.

    • @fanikurti2420
      @fanikurti2420 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@JohnMagnoski thanks for the reply!!

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You’re welcome!

  • @ill4573
    @ill4573 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for the review. I use Formatt-Hitech. I believe the person who started Wine Country worked for Formatt-Hitech.

  • @ill4573
    @ill4573 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! Great and thorough review.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!

  • @JurassicTrance
    @JurassicTrance หลายเดือนก่อน

    Definitely need something with this level of precision, but can it be used for top down/flat lay shots as well? Rigged to speed rail somehow?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski หลายเดือนก่อน

      I mounted it to my superclamp which I then clamped to a 2x4 for top-down work. I just drilled holes in the ends of the 2x4 to mount to light stands or c-stands. 👍

    • @JurassicTrance
      @JurassicTrance หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JohnMagnoski ah nice, how does it mount to a super clamp? With a baby ball head adapter? Or some kind of baby pin? Thanks! This review was super helpful

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski หลายเดือนก่อน

      Here’s my superclamp and brass adapters: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1731350-REG

    • @JurassicTrance
      @JurassicTrance หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JohnMagnoski awesome, thank you

  • @spectrummediagr
    @spectrummediagr 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing work. Do you know if it works with the sigma 14-24 dg dn for sony?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the feedback! I don’t think this filter kit would work for the Sigma since the front element doesn’t accept traditional filters and filter rings.

  • @jacqueslauzon
    @jacqueslauzon 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I started to do B&W photos and it's the first time I see a video to realized them so easy. Thank you John!

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful to you.

  • @AgillexUK
    @AgillexUK 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Useful advice, particularly on the buying decision!

  • @BrianKRoss101
    @BrianKRoss101 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Spot on, great video! One huge benefit of the C1 is that it puts the camera in a sphere more or less putting the axes on the image plane, great stuff.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! You’re correct about the huge benefit. Found this head incredibly useful for landscape photography as well. 👍

  • @Moodboard39
    @Moodboard39 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good

  • @nvrumi
    @nvrumi 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good evening. I picked up my cameras again the middle of last year. After reading about how to use and set film simulations in Fuji cameras, I learned that the X100S I bought a few years before lacked the ability to store white balance adjustments with the custom setting. That determined the need to upgrade my X100S to the newer X100V. Unfortunately, a new one could not be found and used instances were selling over list. However, I had a good year and decided to buy a used X100V at slightly over list. It was a good upgrade and I used that camera quite a lot last year. in fact, I have it with me on the road this year. It produces excellent images and is quite usable at higher ISO values. My encouragement to anyone buying one of these lovely cameras is to spend time with the manual and watching YT videos on its use. It can do a lot. It will take reps to make all of that stick. It is worth the effort. Great video. Thanks... and God Bless!

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You said it well! Thank you. 👍

  • @nvrumi
    @nvrumi 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your work is lovely. I came by here because I am looking for a square filter system. I recently bought a Bronica S2A to shoot film. Film shooting requires filters. Thanks for posting a review of the K&F Concept system. I then decided to look at some of your other videos. This one attracted me. I am an amateur photographer and have been for 50-some years. I have taken on work now and again, but mostly for friends or for students who needed headshots but couldn't afford a professional. So, I'm a hack. But... what you say in this video rings true regardless of what one does. I've been watching a lot of Alex Kilbee's videos recently (he's a great teacher) and am reminded of Stephen Pressfield's work as a writer. Pressfield's thesis is "Be professional. Show up every day. Do the work." Kilbee's words and teaching is very similar, although I don't know if he's read Pressfield. What does this have to do with your video? Well, I hear the same theme resonating in your presentation. Get out, make some images, do the work for yourself that needs to be done as well as the work that pays the bills. I think that approach sets things up for God's providence to step in and take over. Because you did that work, you won a favored client. That's God's providence, my friend. Blessings...

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for such a wonderfully detailed response… the nut of everything is Providential. 👍

  • @smorris1464
    @smorris1464 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you this is very helpful. Though my eyes fail to discern the subtle workings of split toning on the mountain image, I can make it work with others.

  • @CarrinoAnthony
    @CarrinoAnthony 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey John, great review! Trying to figure out if anyone makes an adapter so this will work with Fuji 8-16mm (no filter rings). Any help/thoughts greatly appreciated! -A

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! You may want to look at the Nisi filter adapter here: bhpho.to/3tRpNT9 Or if you have the budget and want the finest filter system out there, definitely consider the Wine Country Camera filter kit here: bhpho.to/3SjrJgm 👍

  • @user-ex5xy1rm3x
    @user-ex5xy1rm3x 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amen to all that,John.We definitely should print our work.NNothing beats a beautiful framed print on the wall as opposed to the photograph sitting on your HD or phone.

  • @user-ex5xy1rm3x
    @user-ex5xy1rm3x 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brilliant tuition,I have learned so much from this video.Thank you very much! Please do some more BW conversion videos in Capture One.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome! Thanks for watching, commenting, and for the suggestion!

  • @LB22222
    @LB22222 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video, thanks for this. Convincing me to get one. Although I find it funny how photographers talk about the cost of things - I work in film and the last tripod head I bought cost me £4000 GBP... Not to downplay the cost of this head, it's expensive in terms of stills - but in film you learn very quickly that quality and precision are VERY important, and very costly to produce. Worth the money though.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed. As someone who does both, quality gear is crucial. It’s why I mention the price in the video. Most people don’t understand the value in gear like this. Enjoy the head when you get it. It’s awesome. So glad I got it.

  • @barryj7478
    @barryj7478 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Capture One has basically done nothing to improve the HDR and Pano. features. After splitting from Phase One in 2019 they floundered with poor management for over a year before hiring Rafael Orta as CEO in late 2020. Orta's vision seems to be trying to pass off sub grade improvements as the finished product, then moving on to something else and in the process introducing more and more bugs that, again, don't get fixed. And, on top of this they seemed bent on pissing off as many users as possible while raising prices to industry high standards. Both Phase and Capture One are owned by the same private equity firm, Axel, and their vision is profit before anything else. Orta is driving Capture One to a shell of it's former self and they are starting to lag behind the competition. After going to subscription Adobe did little in the way of innovation for years. Now, in the last couple of years they are starting to innovate again and Capture One is the looser in this. This from a Capture One user since V-7 and I love the product it was and still use V-22 but will not update or give them any more money until they change their ways.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Well said. It’s so frustrating to have been using and supporting a product for so long only to feel like the company isn’t as motivated to make it the best possible. I actually rejoined Adobe last year to play with some of their new tools and I’m very impressed. I still don’t love LR, as I prefer to work in sessions now, and I prefer how C1 does Layers. I’m sticking with C1 for now and will continue to manually blend and stitch as I always have. The Raw engine is still superior compared to Adobe. Although On1 is looking good now too. God Bless!

  • @raytheonbuna1021
    @raytheonbuna1021 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    GFX is such a great system.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes it is! 👍

  • @bourbon_sketcher
    @bourbon_sketcher 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    🥴

  • @OscarReyes2002
    @OscarReyes2002 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review man! Have you ever tried using the ND filters without the CPL? Does it change performance in some way?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! No issues combining filters. It's so nice to have the ND + CPL for some long exposure shots. : )

  • @JuanGonzales-mi6xx
    @JuanGonzales-mi6xx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you recommend a heavy duty tripod for this Cube Head?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sure thing! Here are three I would suggest: • Sirui W-2204 Waterproof Carbon Fiber Tripod ($349) - bhpho.to/3rSaRD4 • Benro TMA48CXL ($524) - bhpho.to/3rKboXX • FEISOL Elite Tripod CT-3372LV M2 Rapid with Leveling Center Column ($850) - bhpho.to/3Fh9WPI I have the Sirui tripod and feel it is a good value. The FEISOL is top of my personal wish list. ; )

  • @waynewen3937
    @waynewen3937 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a question about the difference between Geared Panning and ClickPan. What are the differences in the function of panning or rotating the camera? Or what are the differences in usage logic?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m not entirely sure. My assumption is that the geared pan (my version) allows for smooth, geared adjustments for panning. Whereas I think the click pan version uses a knurled ring one would twist for panning in specific click-stops. But again, that is simply my assumption as I have only used the geared and non-geared versions. 😉

  • @johnkasianowicz6536
    @johnkasianowicz6536 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It’s an awesome head. Highly precise and robust.

  • @lohikarhu734
    @lohikarhu734 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    John, I couldn't quite see, from the video, where the center of rotation of the two axes with the "radius" that gives axis of rotation at a point "remote" from the rotating part ... it can allow you to put a lenses perspective center at the center of the mount's rotation, so that you can get, for instance, warp-free panoramic images...but, I think that the rotation center would require you to mount the camera on a rail that puts the lens in the right location... perspective center determination is another subject. ...

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Unless your lens has the ability to be mounted directly to the head, then yes yo would need a rail of some sort to get to the nodal point.

  • @lohikarhu734
    @lohikarhu734 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    John; I gave up on balk heads 30+ years ago: the sudden changes when you tighten an axis, the sudden total "flop" of your 600/4.0, when you try to just "tweak" the position in pitch, oh, or horizontally...the tiny "neck" of the ball head allowing the wind to cause your setup to vibrate around the neck axis... so, back to a manfroto Giant 3-way head, or almost anything other than a ball head. (My Arca Swiss 4 x 5 just couldn't sit still on a ball head!)

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      👍 Ball heads are nice for some uses, but when you need to be precise, geared heads are the way to go.

  • @andyvan5692
    @andyvan5692 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    one reason for this cost, is that this head is designed as a kit item to go with the arca-swiss F line or M line monorails, which can go to 8x10" size (like the sinar system, the back frame can be exchanged for 4x5"\5x7" or 8x10" standard carriers) so the structure is there to support 8x10" lenses at full rail extension and hold it at that angle, and for this tech. you need to pay for it, as the more rigid the system, the stronger materials you need to use, aka steel or titanium rather than aluminium or pvc for parts.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the detailed comment! I’m sure many here will appreciate the info as much as I do. God Bless! 👍

  • @yonishperling1531
    @yonishperling1531 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you please explain how you use two lenses? when / out is you get using them?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The X100 cameras have a ring around the front of the lens that can be removed, revealing threading for filters or the two Fujifilm lens adapters. You simply screw those on to either widen your field of view or narrow it. They are 28mm and 50mm equivalent. I use them as I would any other lens on a regular camera. If I need a wider field of view, I would use the 28mm. If I need something a bit closer, the 50mm. : )

    • @yonishperling1531
      @yonishperling1531 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JohnMagnoski I was sure this is not possible with fixed lenses. How much does it effect on the quality? Can you share the model are those Fujifilm parts?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@yonishperling1531 No quality issues as these are lenses made by Fujifilm. There is a little distortion on the wide angle lens, but it isn’t anything terrible. Here’s the links: Wide Angle Lens - bhpho.to/3PaRPzl Telephoto Lens - bhpho.to/3Z5rfwl

    • @yonishperling1531
      @yonishperling1531 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JohnMagnoski 🙏 idea / request add photos or entire video on with and without the lens. I really like the content. Thank you!

  • @KuldeepGhadiali
    @KuldeepGhadiali 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would love to know your thoughts on Arca Swiss D4 geared head

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! I have not used the D4 (yet) but plan to in the future.

  • @lphilpot01
    @lphilpot01 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would have loved to had that clarity of attitude and purpose (not to mention confidence) before I spent 40 years in jobs I had no interest in, much less enjoyed. Excellent advice, but admittedly a bit bittersweet when viewed in the rear view mirror.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! I have to admit that I suffer from that feeling sometimes. As a husband and father, I have a duty to provide, and there have been many times in my photography career that I’ve had to take on jobs, or work for some company while running my biz on the side just to make ends meet. My whole approach is to stay tenacious and keep going. 😉

    • @lphilpot01
      @lphilpot01 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yep, that makes sense and I agree, since I have a wife and (now adult ) daughter. It's just that for me, the basic concept of doing anything interesting for a living (beyond a trivially small percentage of the overall time) was never a part of my universe. "Life" started after work, if at all. Now that I'm retired it's a little different.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@lphilpot01 Well, there's no better time to start! : ) I was just telling my wife that I wish our children were all adults so I could be 'retired' and just photograph what I want to, without worrying if it will pay the bills. I guess the grass is alway greener. "you must work if you want to eat"...

    • @lphilpot01
      @lphilpot01 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JohnMagnoski Oh yeah I've been indulging my landscape photography desires as much as I can, given where I live (Louisiana). Very little to photograph here so I do it mainly during trips elsewhere.

  • @huckrw54
    @huckrw54 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thanks for saving me a lot of time and frustration. I use Aurora for HDR. It is not great either... I am eager to learn... what is the best software tool for doing HDR merging? Is it lightroom? Also, does anyone know what the HDR image editing people in Vietnam and India use? I will continue to use them because I cannot afford the time it takes for post-production. But for the one-offs that i need to turn around in a matter of less than an hour, I would love to know what tool they use so I can do this myself for small, quick turnaround of an HDR image.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome! I too prefer to outsource this type of thing now. Saves me time. If you’re wanting to do it yourself, use LR/PS hdr tools to get your merge done, then tweak the image to taste, and then mask in your highlights/ window views.

  • @alimolaei4429
    @alimolaei4429 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi John, thank you for your great review! Just a quick question, why did you choose the Arca Classic quick release type over the Fliplock?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome! I chose the Arca Classic for 2 main reasons: 1. It wasn’t on back order 2. It was slightly cheaper than the one with the flip lock. 😉

    • @alimolaei4429
      @alimolaei4429 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JohnMagnoski Thank you for your quick response! So it was available at the time and money was not an issue you would have purchased the Fliplock? And how do you like it after 6 months? And why didn’t you consider the Arca Swiss d4?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Honestly, I was torn between the flip-lock and classic. You can't lose either way. Both are secure. If your workflow requires a lot of switching cameras or orientations; or if you tend to go from tripod to hand and back often, I would get the quick-lock. I absolutely love it. Wish I would have sprung for this head years ago. The precision, the ease of getting my compositions just right in camera is such a blessing. Seriously think anyone looking for this type of precision should just go for it. You won't regret it. I did consider the d4. They seem to be the same concept with different designs - with the d4 being what looks like a more "sealed" design over the cube. But opted for the cube because I had always lusted after it and know of many large format landscape photographers that use it reliably in the field. ; )

    • @alimolaei4429
      @alimolaei4429 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JohnMagnoski Thanks so much! Really appreciate your detailed response. And thanks again for your great content.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No problem! I hoped it was helpful. : )

  • @GLENNMPHOTOGRAPHY
    @GLENNMPHOTOGRAPHY 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Have you tried stacking CPL + 2 ND filters? Any vignetting issue?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, I haven’t. Most of the time I only need CPL and a graduated filter. Or CPL and 1 ND. Depending on how wide your lens is, vignetting shouldn’t be an issue.

  • @alex_nita
    @alex_nita ปีที่แล้ว

    Because of "photographers" like you, who test cpl in the studio, I bought this k&f set which has little to none pollination effect

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      “Photographers” like me, what are you implying? Have you seen my work on my website? www.magnoski.com If so, you can see that I’m a professional, working photographer. I tested this kit against my other kit and found it to be nearly as good for a lot less money, and say as much in my review. Not sure about this “pollination” effect you’re concerned about though. I’m assuming that was an auto-correct error and you meant to say polarization effect. If that’s the case, I would disagree. If you want, feel free to contact me via my website form and send me some examples. God Bless! 👍

  • @pankajphotography
    @pankajphotography ปีที่แล้ว

    curious to know - why spend so much on this kind of head for interior/architectural photography, when we can do corrections in Lightroom. presenting I am doing commercial photography as a professional and using Ball Head from Manfrotto. I understand this would be much smoother for framing and operation than ball head but still why worry for minor corrections which can be rectified in the post. pls share your experience for knowledge

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      I mention it in my video, but in short: Precision Head + Tilt/Shift Lens = no need to make lens corrections in post. This not only saves time, but allows you more control over your composition while in the field. This way, when working with a client during a shoot, what they see is what they're going to get. No need to throw away data, or "create" data that isn't there. Hope that helps explain it better. : )

    • @terencesorio414
      @terencesorio414 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Works with large format or just film in general. Like me tend to use the whole negative when printing

  • @tomynurseta
    @tomynurseta ปีที่แล้ว

    What pouch did you use to carry these knf pro holder system with all those framed rectangle filters?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      I use an old Tiffen filter pouch, but it doesn't quite do the job. This one by Shimoda is one I would get: bhpho.to/3piBj7P

  • @masanthar
    @masanthar ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the useful review, seems a good bit of kit

  • @tinoflad4569
    @tinoflad4569 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you.

  • @BretMiller
    @BretMiller ปีที่แล้ว

    I really want this for tabletop product photography. Im currently using a ball head tripod and is so frustrating when i get the framing just right and then i tighten the ball head again and it shifts a little or i get the framing that I want but its slightly off level. This thing would solve all of my problems i think

  • @gurugamer8632
    @gurugamer8632 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the 801113 Monoball Z1dp quickset classic. Is this good for architecture photography?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not familiar with that particular head. But being a ball head, I would assume it shifts a little on you when you go to tighten it down. If so, I would suggest something geared so you can be more precise with your compositions. (Inexpensive Option) Benro GD3WH: bhpho.to/3GwqBQz (More Expensive) Cambo PCH: bhpho.to/40zDz7O (Most Expensive) ArcaSwiss Cube: bhpho.to/3WS79CZ Hope this helps!

    • @hayepa1
      @hayepa1 ปีที่แล้ว

      one more option is Leofoto G4

  • @alex_nita
    @alex_nita ปีที่แล้ว

    Will this work with Sigma 150-600 Contemporary?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't think so. The Sigma has a 95mm filter thread and the drop-in CPL on this is 95mm. The kit maxes out at an 82mm filter ring.

  • @YeahBrah89
    @YeahBrah89 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice tutorial dude.

  • @mordavian
    @mordavian ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you noticed color shift?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      I have not seen any noticeable color shifting in my images.

  • @colemyst
    @colemyst ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you this is really helpful.

  • @howies.chanel13
    @howies.chanel13 ปีที่แล้ว

    absolutely not interested in a wine country review..? it says K & F review..?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      …?

    • @maxmcbyte
      @maxmcbyte ปีที่แล้ว

      BOOM!

    • @montycraig5659
      @montycraig5659 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hmmm seems you have the freedom to just keep scrolling. Personally, I found it to be a solid review.

  • @auomi8762
    @auomi8762 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any update on HDR Merge with Capture One 23?

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      From what I can tell, there hasn’t been any significant improvement. Under certain conditions, the merge is okay, until you get deep into the details. Still best to avoid the feature at this time in my opinion and use a third party program or do manual blending like I do and suggest. 👍

    • @auomi8762
      @auomi8762 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JohnMagnoski Awesome and I really appreciate you taking the time to reply to my comment! I've been using Lightroom and C1 but been trying to get away from all of these subscriptions.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      @@auomi8762 Happy to help! I understand the irritation of subscription based services. However, unless you skip major release updates, you're not really saving any money.

  • @pratchsiri7153
    @pratchsiri7153 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid Thank you love the detail on the locking part nobody actuly mention about it in this detail . Have you seen the new ClicPan CP I wonder if the GP gear pan like yours would work better and smoother . I'm thinking about the same gear pan as you then just saw the CP came out wonder if you have seen or try it yet . I'm interested on the gear pan like yours the new CP ClicPan Probably go back to the same issue you had on locking on the head but maybe with the clic each clic could also lock it down as well not sure .? Unless we will only use those degrees or it could be wonderful I don't think I can try it here or if you could try it out and let me know how you feel would be great 🙂 . Should be ok for portraits also right when its all loose up seems like its not that slow at all for portrait shoot . Thanks

  • @stefanringler5490
    @stefanringler5490 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi John! Thank you for your effort and great review :) One question - do you know if there is a Workflow for tethered bracketing? Thank you 🙏

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      I do know that with C1 (desktop or iPad) you can shoot tethered and capture an HDR bracket. However, with Fuji cameras, you have to make sure your camera is in the AE bracket mode and you need to trip the shutter from the camera to capture the sequence. For some reason, you can’t do that from the tethered workstation. You can do tethered bracketing with CamRanger. Either from the camera or the iPad/laptop.

  • @errolikalina1998
    @errolikalina1998 ปีที่แล้ว

    ND1000 is 10 Stop not 3.

    • @JohnMagnoski
      @JohnMagnoski ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the correction. I had realized that after the video was published.

  • @uncleanAlibertine1
    @uncleanAlibertine1 ปีที่แล้ว

    thnx

  • @uncleanAlibertine1
    @uncleanAlibertine1 ปีที่แล้ว

    thnx