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I believe for me, it would have to be the Nikon Zf with a Voightlander 40 f2 Ultron. I also like the 90 f2.8 Apo Skopar. I have been so impressed with Voightlander glass that I willingly forego auto focus that is so amazing on the Zf.
35mm is wide enogh In my opinion, 35mm in full-frame format is the optimal point for scenarios where you only have one lens. It’s wide enough for street photography, landscapes, and works well for environmental portraits too. Preferably with an f/1.4 aperture. If cropping is necessary, you can rely on the camera's resolution. Thus, going to the extremes, I find two options: either the 7Artisans 35mm f/1.4 III or the Leica Summilux 35mm f/1.4. Apropo, ai o engleaza de ma umfla rasul dar e super ok....poate ca asa si vrei sa fie. Oricum, daca dai la oparte acest aspect, canalul e fain. Faci bine ceea ce faci.
Thanks for getting around to the Q3-28mm. Those became widely available after the Q3-43mm was announced so I jumped on one (selling off my Q2 and a bunch of film kit). The Q3 has a beautiful 28mm lens for EDC that crops nicely thru 50mm (18.9mp) though mine lives on the 35mm crop, 28mm is there when I need it. My optical band of brothers are the Q3, GRiiix, iPhone 16 Max Pro, Sony A7R3a w/Voigtlander lenses.
Thanks for this opinion Tudor. For me the 35 is also the preferred lens. The more I use it, the better I get for example at hip-shots or shooting and getting the right frame without even looking at the lcd or viewfinder. In street I usually focus manually and nothing betas the 28 for zone focusing but I still get over 85% in focus. For Leica I decided for the 35 Summilux asph v1 and I am very happy but I know it is a luxury that I could only afford this year. I have the Nokton 50 1.5 and I can second Voigtlander is nearly as good and much more affordable..
Thank you for this great video. In my opinion there is no one single lens that can be used everyday, but rather there are two focal lengths, namely 28mm and 50mm. As for the 35mm, and this is my personal opinion, it is the most boring focal point. It is not wide enough and at the same time it is not the ideal lens for shallow depth of field.
Um, that set-up will cost around $4000 USD if you don't want the added bulk of an adapter for another full-frame system. That's a lot more than many people want to spend. So there is that.
Good choice on the CV 35mm f1.5. That was my most used lens on my M11 before I sold my M kit. I’m not that bothered about focal length and I’m very happy with my Q2.
Did I hear you right: your preferred "one lens" for X mount is the Viltrox 27mm f/1.4? If so, I think you mean Viltrox 27mm f/1.2. And it's very large and heavy.
@@Tudor_Mateescuah. That's what happens when I watch videos at double speed to save time! I did hear you mention a 23 mm f1.4 but I wrongly inferred that that was about the cheap 23/1.4 manual-focus lens by TTArtisan.
The Leica M/Voightlander 35mm combo looks a superb compact EDC choice Tudor, I have to agree. But I’m a cheapskate & will stick with my 500 Euro s/h, Oly EM-5 & 17mm 1.8, until I win the lottery 😊
My favorite feature of the leica Q2 is the crop lines for 35mm. How I wish I could set it to 40mm crop lines, but 35mm works. I use the Q2 as a 35mm FOV camera, with an exta "wide" mode when I need it. Note that the "sensor size" when shooting a Q2 in 35mm "crop" mode is still larger than aps-c. It's not the full frame, but it's not aps-c either. In between.
If you could only have ONE lens, for me it would probably be a 50mm as it’s probably the most versatile of all lenses. It was the ‘standard’ lens that cameras came supplied with back in the day. But hey, the point of cameras that allow the use of interchangeable lenses is that you can change them to suit different applications.
It's not at the level of 1.5 but it could be a start. I looked a lot at it, but it didn't convinced me. I use two voigtlander lenses : 35mm color skopar f2.5 II and the f1.5. very pleased with both.
Perhaps it’s time for you to try Nikon Z50ii + 24mm F1.7. There are 2 apsc Noktons on the Z mount as well. They should be compatible with Nikon’s manual focus confirmation.
I shoot Fuji and the XF18mm f1.4 ticks all the boxes for me, just wish it could be a bit smaller... I am still waiting for a company to release a decent small manual focus 18mm f1.4. Nice video Tudor!
what about the fujion 27mm 1.4? seems to be what you are looking for and i have it myself its great i love the manual pull down ring its pretty small and compact
Thanks Tudor. I enjoyed the video. I also love voigtlander lenses owning the 40mm f1/4 and 50mm f1.5. I own the old summicron 35mm f2 v3 which is a great lens especially paired with my old Fujii xe2s. A great old lens which is unbelievable and mf and so tiny is the minolta rokkor f2 40mm. However, for my edc camera and lens that I take everywhere and on vacation definitely is either my Sony a7c or a7c2 with the Sony 40mm f2.5. Such a great lens sharp and extremely responsive. I use the lens at iso128000 if needed. If there is a little noise? Dxo pure raw 3 cleans it up perfectly. The Sony combination imho is very small and af extremely accurate and fast on the street and if you wish it does great in manual mode - Cheers
In a way. The problems: - not a true infinity point - Fujifilm firmware messes the exif data of voigtlander lenses - Fujifilm doesn't offer consistent manual focusing options on the new cameras (red peaking doesn't disappear on X-T5, and X-t50 you can't exit the punch in zoom with lightly press of the shutter button, also you don't have all the options from X-T50) - it's reported to be soft at f1.2 On Fujifilm the closest I could find is Viltrox 23mm f1.4: AF is ok, compact, good size. Fujifilm 23mm f1.4 WR could be better but the size it's something to take in consideration.
Am considering the artizlab 35mm f1.4. its a remake of a leica summilux pre asph. its just started listing on chinese taobao sites so waiting for some more reviewers to pick it up.
@9Mtikcus Sure it's not the same, but no need to always carry around a 'big' filter then! At any rate, the built-in TC is a nice bonus feature to have with the X100VI and the 40mp sensor.
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Love many of your photos.....no matter the focal length .......especially at 7 min 17 sec !
I have to correct the narrative. The field of view is expressed in degrees, not in millimeters.
I believe for me, it would have to be the Nikon Zf with a Voightlander 40 f2 Ultron. I also like the 90 f2.8 Apo Skopar. I have been so impressed with Voightlander glass that I willingly forego auto focus that is so amazing on the Zf.
Hi Tudor on the weekend I received a Voigtländer 40 1.2 for my Zf. I also have the Nikkor 40 f2 if I need AF. Boy what a setup. Love it!
Congratulations 👏 exactly 🍾
35mm is wide enogh In my opinion, 35mm in full-frame format is the optimal point for scenarios where you only have one lens. It’s wide enough for street photography, landscapes, and works well for environmental portraits too. Preferably with an f/1.4 aperture. If cropping is necessary, you can rely on the camera's resolution. Thus, going to the extremes, I find two options: either the 7Artisans 35mm f/1.4 III or the Leica Summilux 35mm f/1.4. Apropo, ai o engleaza de ma umfla rasul dar e super ok....poate ca asa si vrei sa fie. Oricum, daca dai la oparte acest aspect, canalul e fain. Faci bine ceea ce faci.
Thanks for getting around to the Q3-28mm. Those became widely available after the Q3-43mm was announced so I jumped on one (selling off my Q2 and a bunch of film kit). The Q3 has a beautiful 28mm lens for EDC that crops nicely thru 50mm (18.9mp) though mine lives on the 35mm crop, 28mm is there when I need it. My optical band of brothers are the Q3, GRiiix, iPhone 16 Max Pro, Sony A7R3a w/Voigtlander lenses.
Good choices!
Thanks for this opinion Tudor. For me the 35 is also the preferred lens. The more I use it, the better I get for example at hip-shots or shooting and getting the right frame without even looking at the lcd or viewfinder. In street I usually focus manually and nothing betas the 28 for zone focusing but I still get over 85% in focus. For Leica I decided for the 35 Summilux asph v1 and I am very happy but I know it is a luxury that I could only afford this year. I have the Nokton 50 1.5 and I can second Voigtlander is nearly as good and much more affordable..
Thank you for this great video. In my opinion there is no one single lens that can be used everyday, but rather there are two focal lengths, namely 28mm and 50mm. As for the 35mm, and this is my personal opinion, it is the most boring focal point. It is not wide enough and at the same time it is not the ideal lens for shallow depth of field.
Exactly! When I have to bring only two lenses, those are my two focal lengths.
Um, that set-up will cost around $4000 USD if you don't want the added bulk of an adapter for another full-frame system.
That's a lot more than many people want to spend.
So there is that.
Good choice on the CV 35mm f1.5. That was my most used lens on my M11 before I sold my M kit. I’m not that bothered about focal length and I’m very happy with my Q2.
Thanks for sharing
Tudor you're the dude
Did I hear you right: your preferred "one lens" for X mount is the Viltrox 27mm f/1.4? If so, I think you mean Viltrox 27mm f/1.2. And it's very large and heavy.
I was referring to Viltrox 23mm f1.4 and showed examples with it.
@@Tudor_Mateescuah. That's what happens when I watch videos at double speed to save time! I did hear you mention a 23 mm f1.4 but I wrongly inferred that that was about the cheap 23/1.4 manual-focus lens by TTArtisan.
The Leica M/Voightlander 35mm combo looks a superb compact EDC choice Tudor, I have to agree. But I’m a cheapskate & will stick with my 500 Euro s/h, Oly EM-5 & 17mm 1.8, until I win the lottery 😊
Sony A7 original paired with hexanon 40/1.8 for me the perfect balance between quality, portability and economy
My favorite feature of the leica Q2 is the crop lines for 35mm. How I wish I could set it to 40mm crop lines, but 35mm works. I use the Q2 as a 35mm FOV camera, with an exta "wide" mode when I need it. Note that the "sensor size" when shooting a Q2 in 35mm "crop" mode is still larger than aps-c. It's not the full frame, but it's not aps-c either. In between.
Yes, I agree!
If you could only have ONE lens, for me it would probably be a 50mm as it’s probably the most versatile of all lenses. It was the ‘standard’ lens that cameras came supplied with back in the day. But hey, the point of cameras that allow the use of interchangeable lenses is that you can change them to suit different applications.
Do you also recommend Voigtlander 35mm f1.4 Nokton Classic Leica M Mount lens?
It's not at the level of 1.5 but it could be a start. I looked a lot at it, but it didn't convinced me. I use two voigtlander lenses : 35mm color skopar f2.5 II and the f1.5. very pleased with both.
Perhaps it’s time for you to try Nikon Z50ii + 24mm F1.7. There are 2 apsc Noktons on the Z mount as well. They should be compatible with Nikon’s manual focus confirmation.
I shoot Fuji and the XF18mm f1.4 ticks all the boxes for me, just wish it could be a bit smaller... I am still waiting for a company to release a decent small manual focus 18mm f1.4. Nice video Tudor!
what about the fujion 27mm 1.4? seems to be what you are looking for and i have it myself its great i love the manual pull down ring its pretty small and compact
This Lens doesn't exist
You can get AF with this lens if you use the right adapter for leica M to Nikon Z 😊
When will you try the Nikon z 26mm on Zf?
If I had to pick one camera / one lens / one film it would be my Canon VT Deluxe / Voightlander 21mmf4 Color Skopar MC LTM / Rollei RPX 100
Thanks Tudor. I enjoyed the video. I also love voigtlander lenses owning the 40mm f1/4 and 50mm f1.5. I own the old summicron 35mm f2 v3 which is a great lens especially paired with my old Fujii xe2s. A great old lens which is unbelievable and mf and so tiny is the minolta rokkor f2 40mm. However, for my edc camera and lens that I take everywhere and on vacation definitely is either my Sony a7c or a7c2 with the Sony 40mm f2.5. Such a great lens sharp and extremely responsive. I use the lens at iso128000 if needed. If there is a little noise? Dxo pure raw 3 cleans it up perfectly. The Sony combination imho is very small and af extremely accurate and fast on the street and if you wish it does great in manual mode - Cheers
you shoot great pictures!
Thank you very much 🙏
Hey Tudor great analyse. What about Fuji x voightlanders for the Fuji mount. The 23mm 1.4 seems to match your need isn’t it ?
In a way. The problems:
- not a true infinity point
- Fujifilm firmware messes the exif data of voigtlander lenses
- Fujifilm doesn't offer consistent manual focusing options on the new cameras (red peaking doesn't disappear on X-T5, and X-t50 you can't exit the punch in zoom with lightly press of the shutter button, also you don't have all the options from X-T50)
- it's reported to be soft at f1.2
On Fujifilm the closest I could find is Viltrox 23mm f1.4: AF is ok, compact, good size. Fujifilm 23mm f1.4 WR could be better but the size it's something to take in consideration.
Am considering the artizlab 35mm f1.4. its a remake of a leica summilux pre asph. its just started listing on chinese taobao sites so waiting for some more reviewers to pick it up.
Correct. The lens is more important than the body regarding IQ.
No mention of the Ricoh GR range?
Not a fan because of the build quality. I sold mine. The only Ricoh that may interest me in the feature it's the 28 monochrome one 😁
XF35mm1.4 or Voigtländer 40mm 1.2
the 23mm on the X100 VI , as the TCL-X100II is really just a big screw on filter lol, then i have a 35mm and 50mm :)
Or instead you can just use the built-in teleconverter for 50mm.
And also 70mm too.
@Mamo878 it is not the same (digital TC is just a crop) but if I was forced to, I could manage with just the 23mm.
@9Mtikcus
Sure it's not the same, but no need to always carry around a 'big' filter then!
At any rate, the built-in TC is a nice bonus feature to have with the X100VI and the 40mp sensor.
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Panaleica 25mm f1.4 ASPH for 4/3 System.
thats a hell of a lens right there
Yup that's a stunning lens though it's too long for a general use.
"Ever" is a LONG time...
Let me like this, now!
For me I like 35-50 as edc
For Sony a7c I use voigtlander 35 mm 1.4 classic
It’s small,fast and has character
For Fuji I’m happy with the 35 f2
Voigtländer Ultron 35mm F2 aspherical Type II is still king 👍🏼
No great 35mm on fuji ? well technically yes but there is a superb 33mm soooo .....
Fuji 23/1.4 FTW.
2mm is too wide for most shooters. ;-)
@@Mamo878 LOL sorry, 23mm! Fixed.
Great! Once this is yours the only lens you'll ever use, I do not expect any further reviews about other lenses. Bye. 😍😍
I said IF at the beginning of the video 😏😅