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@@jozefmucha4730 it works exactly the same as all the others, and the touch screen is really responsive, as for features and specs I don’t know if it does anything the other ones can’t. to me the only thing I need from a flash trigger is for it to do what it is supposed to do and get out of my way as much as possible, this one is the best in that regard. Hope that helps?

interesting observation and I guess you are right, to be honest I havent used the control wheel, the touch screen is really easy to use, very repsonsive. I first thought it might be a little small for my sausage fingers but it works well. but yes, I see your point!

the XF line is made for the much smaller sensor of the X line, so it wont cover even full frame, GFX is larger then full frame. afaik there are no XF adapters out there to mount those lenses on other cameras/bodies/systems. lens coverage just is made for the smaller sensor and wont cover bigger ones.

@@paulschefz Thanks for the intel.

yes, they grow like weeds! I love them but they are unfortunately extremely flammable and we are in a high fire risk area.

@paulschefz I'm from Australia so I know where you're coming from.

hmmm...does not sound good, I am on 2.12 and havent noticed this, as far as rolling back, I am not sure either, havent had to do it so far (I used to save all firmware versions to have on hand since they remove them once the new ones come out) fuji phone support (they have a prompt just for GFX) is always available and usually very helpful. your case sounds like a software issue? I would call and talk to them, warranty only comes in if there is an actual repair, they will take your call. good luck, keep us updated!

@@paulschefz Could you pílese tell me the Fuji phone support?. So that to call them

not sure, and yes the GF macro is a great portrait lens IMO but useless for macro. TTartisan just announced a 100mm 2.8 2x macro for GFX, available now for under 350$ which is pretty crazy, looking to get one and test it, might be the answer, no rings!

@@paulschefz well that is timely news. currently not sure to go GFX100/A7RIV/A7RV and its only the lack of affordable true macro that's putting me off the GFX. Most things in greenhouse, tripod, manual focus, remote shutter release. Not sure about shutter vibration with non stabilised lenses tho. Sometimes the tripod is very extended and takes 10 seconds to stabilise after contact. I expect the bigger the camer a the more the shutter vibration.

@@killpop8255 you are obviously correct, many factors to think about. I (dont think?) I have too many issues with shutter vibration. I do have this new lens on order, will definitely do a review when it gets here. 100mm, 2x macro, sounds like what I have been waiting for. the only thing that worries me is the (insanely?) low price? if they can pull this off it just makes everybody else stupid and greedy. we will see!

@@paulschefz I have seen 'sample' pictures on their website. I think they are really pushing it to say it's suitable for GFX with the amount of vignetting for the really close-up work. The sample pics have no context but I'd not be surprised if those shown are the best you can get and other apertures will just get worse. Or maybe I'm temporarily downbeat because I expected full image circle coverage - but why not if they release in GFX?

@@killpop8255 I think they use the same samples for all their lenses, this is the same lens as their T/S 100 macro for all other mounts without T/S (unfortunately) so it should cover GFX, its not that hard with a 100. I should have it in a few weeks and will get a review done asap.

@@inovartesmedialdainovartes2041 🙏 glad you like!

thank you for your input! this was for a high end fashion magazine and funny enough I usually never shoot wide open, it usually is too much of a "look" for me, in this case that is what we wanted.

in my experience the TT 90 gets just about the entire head plus maybe an inch on top and bottom (below chin) the 11mm makes the face format filling, working distance is ok, far enough for people not to feel like you will hit them in the nose and for the lens not to create problem with lights (shadows,...) about 50cm. its still close of course and depth of field is very shallow. I am surprised how well the lens performs stopped down, diffraction definitely starts to creep in but it's not bad. I guess all these lenses act differently with different tubes, I just find the gf glass more or less useless with any and all tubes (the shorter the tube, the more likely you might get a useable result but still) the obvious disappointment to me is the GF 120 macro which is a great portrait lens IMO (for those close up portraits you are looking for) but difficult of actual macro application: strong field curvature and completely useless with all (including fuji!) tubes.

@@paulschefz thanks for your reply! So let me understand correctly, with the 11mm tube, the minimum focusing distance on the 90mm TTartisan would be about 50cm? I have the 18mm extension tube already, but the problem with that is that the _maximum_ (not minimum) focus distance is about 40cm, so it is simply too close for any portraiture. Do you have a clue what the maximum focus distance with the 11mm tube on the 90mm TTartisan would be?

@@thomasstarlit2427 90 with 11mm tube (measured from front end of lens shade to object) : minimum focus distance is 41cm, maximum is 74cm

@@paulschefz Brilliant! Sounds like the ticket for me with an 11mm extension tube

@@thomasstarlit2427 to be honest for that kind of close/tight portrait the fuji GF 120 macro is a phenomenal lens, it draws really well, gets close in at good working distance and has good AF. terrible macro lens, great portrait lens. of course big, heavy and not cheap.

thank you!

the 100SII was not available when I got my 100II, I did not have the choice, it definitely is a great choice to have! I love the tilt finder, I agree with it being a pain when packing and storing the camera! I havent shot any video with the 100II yet. I have not needed that ultimate video quality, I also always use smaller cameras. with the latest canon/nikon/sony announcements it almost seems as if they are just handing Fuji that high end landscape/IQ with the GFX. I just saw that fuji released the SDK for GFX use on drones, this is big because phase still had that high end commercial/industrial covered. easy now to think of GFX for that use as well. great system getting better all the time!

I actually used the lux master with silver reflector in the new macro video. tried the soft box first but wanted more specular light, worked really well! I am so used to working with my big 1200ws packs and heads but this was a lot easier. might get another lux master.

I know! it works but...the dome and silver reflector make more sense.

hoffe es hilft!

@@paulschefz 😀

definitely not a perfect lens, definitely lots of ghosting wide open but I am still happy with the sharpness and the bokeh might not be completely smooth but has character, which is really what these lenses are about anyway?

@@microminstrel not quite but thanks for watching!

😂😂 hilarious comment. I didn’t feel that way at all about the video, but still funny.

@@RyanKemperinOhio lol :)

yes! getting to use those super fast shutter speeds is definitely a factor for producing sharp images! I have had to dial my iso down a bit here in sunny CA!

not sure if the translation is correct but I just want to point out that all my equipment is bought by me and used by me and I am simply passing on my own experience with the equipment.

dome it is! the flash is great, I guess there are cheaper solutions that do the same (but simply dont look half as cool) and yes I think the dome will probably see the most use for me. the silver reflector adds oomph and the soft box will come in handy if I dont have the big packs around (although I doubt it will put out enough light in those situations ?) again, the best thing is to have the tools available and not taking up a lot of room.

@@paulschefz Yep, I've been avoiding speedlight type flashes as even with bounce cards I don't like them. My portable studio flashes are way to big to be discreet with their attachments. This one might do the trick! Worth a spin anyway :)

@@trollfiddler same here, I use flash a lot but have always avoided small portable (handheld) units. not that this one is that different or does anything magical but the size, power, overall package and system seems to work well for me. I am using it more and more.

thank you! let me know if you have any questions!

I can't tell since I don't have that lens. what is interesting to me and why I compared it to the AstrHori 75 f4 is that both lenses show similar issues/drawbacks/flaws wide open, which is obviously at different f stops (f1.25 vs f2.5, the "secret" wide open for the 75mm) Maybe the mikaton behaves in a similar way? Lots of character (flaws) wide open, solid once stopped down?

interesting, great to hear, I will look into that brand, do they have GFX mount lenses? I guess I could always try adapters. great to have so many options now!

@@paulschefz AFAIK they only have it for Fuji x mount

@@DionisFerizi checked out their website, not sure if any of their lenses can be adapted to GFX, but great to see so many options for all formats!

I do remember them as well, I think that was the only time I really shot 35mm because the 3200 film gave that amazing grain and soft look. My issue with AI is mostly with the companies blatantly ripping off decades of hard and brilliant work so some AD can now harvest with a prompt. I am always for progress and pushing tech but the developments today seems to be a little off the rails, crashing forward without consideration.

@@paulschefz Agreed.

thank you! means a lot!

thank you! means a lot!

I barely add sharpening in post anymore, these files are all not sharpened in any way.

@@paulschefz i know that, i didnt said they are sharp, the lens is soft

@@strippedlist I guess I misunderstood but for me ( at least my sample) sharpness is exactly where I would want it. And the files sharpen easily and well in post if I need some selective sharpen.

Alles klar, kein problem! yes, the lens is one of those surprisingly well performing "cheap" lenses IMO based on old German glass, I wish I could find more info on the origins. obviously these new ones are updated and improved but the general overall look is still vintage and organic to me. just (mostly) without the obvious flaws of actual older glass.

Thank you! I have have always found myself drawn to pattern, fabric, texture and nature provides all at its best!

I completely agree, there have been some digital cameras that have been "milestones" canon 5D and Sony ARIII among them for checking so many boxes and doing so many things so well. As tech improves faster and faster the advancement in sensor tech seems to get smaller and more fine tuned and a lot of improvement goes to software and AI (around the actual sensor) which is all great but when it comes to IQ, I am just not really sure this latest GFX series will be unstated too soon.

That is the AstrHori 75mm, check out my review! great little lens, says f4 but actually has an "off the menu" f2.5 setting.

I use an older LG graphics monitor, it's ok, not the latest greatest but calibration is the key anyway. there are no 16bit monitors and sometimes I wonder if the much larger file size is worth it compared to 8bit TIFF but once you start tweaking color, you just have to stay in 16bit. as far as true 16 bit capture vs 14bit, (or compressed vs uncompressed raw) really digging into the shadows often shows the small difference.

@@paulschefz thank you very much for all the insight!!!

sorry, as much as I would like to do that, I am not comfortable providing a review or test with gear I dont have enough experience with. I am really intrigued with the DJI lidar accessory, I think they are really on to something.

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honored to be able to help the master!

thx! MFD is a little tricky. First: I think the 35-70 has to have a place in any GFX kit, it's a no-brainer. great performance, fast AF, versatile range, small, light and dirt cheap. I have shot still life with it because I was able to get just a little closer with it (compared to most other lenses). I just got a shorter macro ring and will look into some tests in regard to MFD but I dont expect miracles from the 35-70 in that regard? but who knows it always surpasses expectations! I definitely have no issues when it comes to AF speed (or accuracy), it always delivers, the only GF lens that I always thought was a little slow (other then the 120 macro which has a really long focus range obviously) was the 32-64, but I also have to say I havent used it on the 100II. hope that helps!

@@paulschefz That are some good insights! I mainly shoot fashion and portraits but sometimes I feel like I can't get close enough with the general GF lineup. MFD being 68cm is not that great. Therefor the 35-70 got interesting for me :) I just hope that the f4.5-5.6 is sharp enough wide open! Any thoughts on this? You definitely further helped me pulling the trigger on this lens. I can't wait to test it out.

@@HealingMushroom I think the sharpest of the 3 mid range zooms is the 45-100, which even at f4 is just crazy but it is much much bigger and heavier and I always found myself wanting more space at the wide end, so I reluctantly sold it. I dont have any issues with sharpness wide open with the 35-70 but I mostly shoot it around f7 - 8,. I am editing a fashion shoot right now, shot on the AstrHori 40mm, and a new (for me) manual GF 90mm lens (which I will do a review of shortly) and the 35-70 and it is just such a joy to shoot with, wide, close, always hits focus, just great.

@@paulschefz I just had it delivered yesterday and took it out for a spin. The focus actually is really nice on the gfx 100 II. Switching between close, wide, with the subject is definitely the biggest positive for this lens. At 70mm MFD, it is really soft in comparison to the 45-100 which is super sharp across all focal lengths. The 35-70 will be my new action lens whenever I need to jump around and have more flexibility. I don't mind the less sharp image, my photography doesn't need 100% sharpness. My other lenses will be used whenever in studio or in rather slow shoots.

@@HealingMushroom the long end is not a strong area and yes (especially) the 45-100 is simply better. BUT size, price, weight its just hard to beat all around and for the shots I use it for the down sides simply dont matter. enjoy!

I think it is a little early to say how the surface will hold up, I honestly have not had any durability issues with any of my GFX bodies, I do like the new surface better, it is nice and "grippy" without being rough, I also think the texture looks cool!

I agree, I think the size of all GFX bodies is just right, I actually just got the grip for the 100II but returned it, makes the camera too big.

​@paulschefz I didn't want the 100 ii I waited for this ..does it use the W225 battery

@@nevvanclarke9225 it uses the NP-W235 (same as all GFX afaik)

Hey, everyone.I'm just thought I'd drop a message.I've just received my 100s ii ...loooovvveeee it 883 grams..light and image omg

@@nevvanclarke9225 congrats!

😀 I am in an Ekodome dome, check it out! I dont have any real cine lenses but interestingly the AstrHori lenses I just tested both have de-clicked f stops and I really like them. I still have not really made a deep dive into the motion features but from what I have seen so far the camera is crazy good for motion. I think it has slightly different use then smaller mirrorless, but the IQ looks better then anything I have seen from smaller (Sony,....) files are great DR is the key.

@@paulschefz yep. already saw those videos. really helpful. thanks

@@Mr-Royn 🙏

well it is an on camera flash which can obviously be used off camera as well, works perfectly with godox triggers, there is really not much difference in the way it looks compared to other flash, the big difference in light character and quality is in using different modifiers, which are not available to me yet. and even then I dont expect much since its a small pop up soft box and a very small reflector, I am right now mostly interested in the globe diffuser that goes on the small reflector, but again, it will look like most already on the market. the fold up reflector it came with is interesting but again, a small-is highly reflective (beauty?) dish, best thing about it is the compact size folded which opens to a decent size but still fits easily into most bags. hope that helps!

@@paulschefz Well, that said, you really explained well why this video was NOT giving any valuable information. 😅

@@Dewabarasunderan sorry I could not be more help but I am still not really sure what you want to know? output? using this flash will do the same as any other flash with the same modifier, there is no magic to the unit. it simply looks cooler (IMO) then other small (ish) on camera units. dialed down with a bare head my 1200 packs would provide the same pictures.

@@paulschefz The one and only thing that needs to be shown here would have been the light falloff, since that's the one unique factor here.

@@Dewabarasunderan I will post a follow up once I have the other modifiers and will compare light character (hardness, fall off,..)