Nice! I don't see myself buying new cameras for a while, hopefully lol, unless they improve on the ZF in certain areas like portability, ergonomics (can't make a heavy camera w/o a grip, dumb move on their part lol), and a screen like the one Sony has that's super versatile... until then, I will enjoy this camera, I just hope they release more pancake lenses to make it really a small set up... So yeah, I'm super happy, I personally don't nit pick or compare cameras too much... a better camera is not going to help me compose better, understand lighting, be more creative etc. Looking forward to more of your images and I will do the same, enjoy man, cheers!
@@PriscillaMoura-tr2kl Glad to hear someone feels just like I feel :) Enjoy it to the max :) .... I would love a smaller ZF full frame though or even a range finder, but for now, this is more than amazing!
I owned both the Zf and XT5 and struggled for months to decide, but ultimately chose the XT5 because of its size, screen, grip, and customizable functions. While the Zf has an appealing design, its ergonomics are poor, even with a grip, and I don't like flip-out screens. I ended up selling the Zf and am now considering either the Z6III or the Z8.
@@jtes1442 I can't recommend the Z8 enough. Love that camera! I want the Z6iii too but it's so hard to justify, haha. I agree on the ergonomics but man the images are amazing. That being said the Z6iii is the Zf plus more features in a more comfortable body.
Awesome video! Just stumbled upon your channel by accident. wishing your channel to go further! I have a question, how's the film simulation of the Nikon ZF compare to the Fuji XT5? that's one selling point of the Fuji cameras and I know Nikon has them too. What are your thoughts when you put them head to head with the film simulation?
@@micalangenburg1706 I prefer the Fuji's hands down. Nikon has fantastic colors though straight out of camera. And their files are easy to edit. But then again Fuji has far better film sims I use in my own recipes as well on the X-T5. But this would be a great video. 🤔
I've kept nothing but the Voigtlander 40mm 1.2 on my ZF since getting it. Might as well sell my other nikon lenses at this point since getting it from last year. When i need other focal lengths, i just grab my olympus system or 100v with adapter lenses. But the zf for me is just perfect with the Voigtlander. Video, I don't think in my 24 years of doing digital photography have I used Video more than twice. It just makes photography more expensive and cameras and lenses bigger to try and perfect them.
@@WhoIsSerafin I was exactly in the same mindset before I started doing TH-cam. Now I have to consider both for at least one of my cameras. I'll always be photo first though. I love the vintage Nikon glass on the Zf, but my 40mm f2 is almost always on mine. I have yet to try Voigtlander lenses. I hear a lot of good things about them!
If I had to keep these 2 for the rest of my life to shoot I wouldn’t complain. There is honestly nothing more I would need from Nikon or Fuji at this point. Everything else is a luxury.
While I have both cameras and others that cover full frame ,APSC and micro 4/3 between Nikon ZF and the Fujifilm XT3 and XT5 That I have the XT5 has a better dual card slot set up, can use a wired remote and is easier to change from auto focus single to continuous with the lever on the bottom left front of the camera. Fujifilm has a variety of different f1.2 aperture lens and the lens selection for the retro design is greater with Fujifilm, the camera is also lighter and that makes it easier to use as an every day carrying camera. That being said I plan on keeping both as they are unique in their own way and different than the rest the digital cameras on the market. They are the closest to using a film camera in a digital format.
@@jamesmlodynia8757 very well said! I agree on all points. After taking the Zf to LA this week I felt the extra weight on my photo walks. I stay in wide area tracking on the Zf because it's reliable while I do switch from time to time on the Fuji so having the switch is awesome.
I've got the X-T5 and have been sniffing over the fence at the Zf for the full frame. I went a TOTALLY different route. Keeping my X-T5, but grabbed an old Nikon D800 to play around with full frame a bit. It won't be a camera that sticks around in my life all that long, I don't think, but I just had to know what I'd get out of a full frame that maybe I wasn't from my APS-C. I truly appreciate your thoughts and deep dive. Very useful. Also, mic sounds great! The secret to great video? Great audio!
Thank you for the comment!!! X-T5 is a great camera. They all are these days. I have the same thoughts when I'm all in on APS-C. I do think there is something to full frame when it comes to DOF but I've always loved the results from the Fuj. But the Zf performance wise is next level. No film sims though so if you're a Jpeg shooter I'd stick with the Fuj too. One of my first videos someone commented about how bad the audio was and I was on a mission from there. Appreciate your feedback! Gear does matter in some places like audio. Lol.
You're the second person to recommend them. How is manual focus on Fuji cameras? Does if have a similar green box when you're in focus like Nikon? Or do you use focus peaking? I'll def look into it. Manual focus is all I can use on my film cameras so I don't mind at all!
@@wesleystreetshots I don’t use focus peaking myself as I find it distracting. Instead I use the focus check function which zooms into the image automatically when you rotate the focus ring because the lenses have electrical contacts to allow the camera to recognise it. This can be turned off in settings if you prefer. There are also split prism and microprism options in the focus peaking settings,any can be used or turned off. All of these options can also be used with the split screen function from the Display button on the back of the camera. With this enabled there is a larger screen showing the full scene and a zoomed smaller screen to check focus. As far as the focus ring goes, it’s a genuine manual focus experience, very easy and quick. Manual focus on Fuji autofocus lenses is quite bad which is why I’ve gone the Voigtlander route. I only have two Fuji lenses now with 3 Voigtlander…very happy.
@@tonyharrison1 yeah I agree with Fuji lenses which is why I asked. Good to know there are other options for focusing with third party lenses. I've used the focus check a few times and it does work quite well. Thank you for the comprehensive response!! I'll def look at those lenses.
@MadefromJava Yo! I'm using the Rode Poc Mic with the Rode Arm and Focusrite Scarlett Solo and Audacity to record. Syncing the audio in DaVinci is so easy. And when not at my desk the DJI Mic since it saves right to the Mic. Man an XLR Mic is a game changer. I'm sure there are better set ups but so far I'm loving it.
I am also planning on using some terrific Takumar lenses on it too! And yes, I also shoot a Fuji XT3. (Yes, I love it too) What a great time to be a photographer!!!
@@montycraig5659 agreed. So many option. Almost all cameras are capable. It’s amazing. Do you use native z mount voigtlander? And does it give you the green focus box? That’s my next purchase after trying the M Mount variety.
I had the z5 on day one. Not a professional just a hobby. After years of owning I wanted that vintage style Zf so I got one. A week later, I returned it. Even with just the 50mm 1.8 z lens, it felt uncomfortable after a while. Also I didn’t like how the EVF felt compared to my Z5. I had sold my z5 to use money towards the Zf so not I have no camera 😅. I’ve been thinking about going APSC due to smaller form factor. Such as the Sony a6700. Z5 took great shots over the years but I want something smaller to carry around daily that doesn’t scream “photographer!!”. Let’s hope I am right by choosing the a6700 (I like how it has a BSI sensor).
@@WidePhotographs I don't shoot Sony much anymore but I've owned at on point an A7IV and A7RII and they were both great.. Very reliable. I find the raw files a little more difficult to achieve my style but it's a great camera. I like the X-T5 a little more due to a better screen, higher resolution viewfinder, dual card slots, and the 40mp sensor, but the AF is better on the Sony so there are always trade offs. Congrats!
Nice video! I don't miss my xt5 at all. Was a nice machine but I don't think it gives the creative freedom that the Nikon does. The images were beautiful but it felt like the same kind of beautiful as every other Fuji. The ZF is a machine that you simply can't put down and the files are more flexible. Like forward to next Zf or if Nikon manage to pull a range finder 👌
@nethbt I use it shooting most often even if I decide to use the color from the raw because it helps me see light and contrast and not get distracted. Love it.
@@wesleystreetshotsI have the capability of shooting Raw, and jpeg on my XT-3. Does Nikon offer the same? Can we shoot in both formats at the same time?
I couldn’t get past the color cast out of the ZF. Maybe I’ve just gotten too used to the color output from my Fuji gear. But yeah, I’d be giving up the Nikon without hesitation.
@@ThanhNguyen-sk6uc it's better on the X-H2 in my opinion and the X-T5 is miles ahead of the X100VI but the Zf is on another level when it comes to AF. Agreed Fuji has some room to get better in that department.
@@wesleystreetshotsits especially frustrating as they „fixed it“ like 5 times already…its fast enough but just often grabs the wrong eye or something…Fuji tries to get this right since 5 years and it still not reliable enough…Nikon is not Sony level, but 95% there
NIght photo, higher ISO is not a slight advantage to ZF.. rather big honestly. But is is "easier" to find/buy a compact F1.4 for APS-C that closes the gap.. But yeah, Nikon ZF is a huge camera and the ergonomics are a mess. Although, very pretty to look, really pretty. Fujifilm X-T5 is suffering on autofocus precision but is very compact and in use it is one of the fastest cameras after Q Menu and dials adjusted...
@@liciniooliveira-becas3618 absolutely agree. Especially after I took the Zf to LA this week to test further at night. You can get similar performance on the Zf with a f2 lens like the 40 vs needing an f1.4 lens on the Fujifilm bodies which start to make it on the larger side. In normal lit conditions it's closer. But at night the Nikon shines.
@@gohilsavio In some regions like the US the grip doesn't come with it like it does elsewhere. It should cost money to make the camera comfortable to hold. But with the grip it's not too bad I agree.
I owned and used both XT5, Xh2 with their newest Top 1.4 glass vs. Now Nikon z63 and z8… Fuji lost on Autofocus, its just so unpredictable when its gonna miss vs. Nikon that works as expected 95% of the time. None reach Sonys level of „braindead but sharp“ reliability, but Fuji drove me crazy. I couldve lived with the tradeoffs (dof, lowlight and all wouldve been fine), but the af…even when it showed the right eye in focus it STILL backfocused for many, many shots for no reason… I shoot mainly weddings and couldnt risk it…
@@m0nztam0nk i agree my biggest gripe on Fuji cameras is the continuous autofocus reliability. And for weddings that's a must. All my weddings I shoot Nikon as well. Wedding video I'll go Fuji though. I shot two weddings with my Fuji and there were far less keepers compared to my Nikon. It still turned out fantastic for them but I was sweating it going through the photos seeing so many out of focus. When I went Nikon for weddings, I shot far less photos because I could rely on them more. Still love them both but you have to know the limitations.
@@wesleystreetshots yeah, but i couldnt justify the cost of owning both…plus, Fuji had some other issues as well: i dont like their muddy grass in Lightroom (even the gfx suffers from this) and their ugly, blotchy bokeh in the 50 1.0 and highest end Glass just didnt convince me… also Nikons colours are also amazing, sometimes i prefer them to Fuji (Fuji lends itself to film looks, but a clean modern look seems harder to achieve)… I say all this with a bit of a heavy heart tho: i truly believe Fuji shouldve gone Fullframe as well, focused their R&D on ONE line and get their AF together. Then add their AMAZING Videofeatures and Colour Profiles and youd be set. I would 100% be a Fuji shooter then and invested maybe 20k into them…but so? No, gfx too slow, xt too unreliable and not on par with IQ. AND Nikon now has internal RAW recording as well… Specs isnt everything, i switched AWAY after 4 years of Sony, but the tradeoffs with Fuji are too many…Nikon has the colour, the art, the photography first stuff AND the technical ability to deliver… PLUS: when they ever bring their 35 1.2 S Line i will be stuck with that lens forever… if they make the 35 1.2 S-Line they would have to take it from me out of my grave im sure…the 35 1.8 is already so absolutely phenomenal…
@@m0nztam0nk I started with Sony too when I got into digital photography. Then Canon to Fuji to Nikon. I think I've settled on having at least one of each (Nikon and Fuji) these days, but it I am getting paid, I'll always pick up the Nikon first. The files are soooo easy to edit and look amazing when you do! Have you thought about the new Nikon 35mm f1.4. It's not a S line lens but it looks intriguing.
@@wesleystreetshots i have in fact received it today (preordered) and shot some Pictures in the garden with the kids…i shot both the new 1.4 and the older 1.8s and was quite disappointed…while the 1.4 does in fact render some dreamy portraits, as soon as i wasnt close enough to completely eliminate the background the outer half of the entire frame showed very busy and harsh looking bokeh… i will send it back Monday, its not worth its asking price vs. the 1.8 imo… even stopped down to 1.8 the edges were very distracting…in many shots the 1.8s looked like it had more bokeh because it rendered so much smoother…and dont forget the sharpness: while not important to me, it was so bad that many images looked out of focus as there wasnt enough contrast on the eyes, eyelashes … and of course plenty of CA, but that i couldve lived with…the busy bokeh gives it (sadly!) the same cheap look that the despicable Canon rf 35f2 has… at this point im considering going Megadap with sigma 35 1.4 dg dn or FTZ with Sigma 35 1.4 HSM… 1.4 DOES make a massive difference to my eye, but this new lens isnt it…
@@m0nztam0nk aw man! That is disappointing to hear! This is why I try to bring real world views to my videos. So many TH-camrs were all googly eyed when testing it. But in reality they are paid or ambassadors of the brand and their views are skewed. Specs are cool but how do the images really look! I appreciate the feedback!!
Enjoyable presentation. One small quibble. Depth of field is not "better" on the Nikon. Depth of field describes the depth of acceptable sharpness at the point of focus, not how out of focus the background is. Depth of field on is narrower with the Nikon and you may like that in some situations. In other situations the wider depth of field of the Fuji will be "better".
Why are you always compare the aperture "dof wise" to a full frame camera? A APS-C 1.2 gets as much light as Full Frame 1.2 Do I always want a tiny dof when I want to take photos? No, that is for beginners. I just want to take pictures without taking it with too high ISO oder too long shutter speed.
I think it really depends on what you're shooting. If you are a portrait photographer, a shallow depth of field and background separation may be what you need. I get what you mean about light and aperture, but larger sensor and less pixel density combined with a fast aperture will always net better low light performance. We're talking tiny differences, not huge ones with todays cameras. I appreciate the comment!
Other reviews claim the XT5 AF as inferior to the ZF. But you say the XT5 and ZF AF are similar in performance and then you adjusted your cap. It was a good review until that blatant lie. I stopped watching and gave you a thumbs down.
@@wesleystreetshots many newbies rely on reviews to spend their hard earned money. If I see a lie or falsehood. I'll call it as I see it. I myself am planning to switch to Fujifilm because of the lighter weight. Otherwise I don't usually watch reviews. Currently use Nikon and full frame only.
@@neilchoh296 I got you. I wasn’t lying. Integrity is something I pride myself on. If you finish the video I speak to why I’d choice the Zf over the Fuj. But I appreciate your comment nonetheless. Cheers.
I'm so happy with my ZF, I don't know what to do with my life :) I'm just in love with it and my Z8, life is good :)
@@felm.974 you and me both. I took it to LA this week with me. Can't wait to edit them!!
Nice! I don't see myself buying new cameras for a while, hopefully lol, unless they improve on the ZF in certain areas like portability, ergonomics (can't make a heavy camera w/o a grip, dumb move on their part lol), and a screen like the one Sony has that's super versatile... until then, I will enjoy this camera, I just hope they release more pancake lenses to make it really a small set up... So yeah, I'm super happy, I personally don't nit pick or compare cameras too much... a better camera is not going to help me compose better, understand lighting, be more creative etc. Looking forward to more of your images and I will do the same, enjoy man, cheers!
I saw myself in your comment 🥹🥰 I’m SO happy I can’t handle! The ZF is just the love of my lifeeee😂
@@PriscillaMoura-tr2kl Glad to hear someone feels just like I feel :) Enjoy it to the max :) .... I would love a smaller ZF full frame though or even a range finder, but for now, this is more than amazing!
I owned both the Zf and XT5 and struggled for months to decide, but ultimately chose the XT5 because of its size, screen, grip, and customizable functions. While the Zf has an appealing design, its ergonomics are poor, even with a grip, and I don't like flip-out screens. I ended up selling the Zf and am now considering either the Z6III or the Z8.
@@jtes1442 I can't recommend the Z8 enough. Love that camera! I want the Z6iii too but it's so hard to justify, haha. I agree on the ergonomics but man the images are amazing. That being said the Z6iii is the Zf plus more features in a more comfortable body.
@wespellum exactly what I thought when the z6iii was released. I have a ZF
@wespellum it seems that the the nikon zf has better dynamic range than the z6iii
@Jgheiler I'm seeing the same reports due to the partially stacked sensor. Some real world.tests are reporting its not too different but you're right.
Awesome video! Just stumbled upon your channel by accident. wishing your channel to go further!
I have a question, how's the film simulation of the Nikon ZF compare to the Fuji XT5? that's one selling point of the Fuji cameras and I know Nikon has them too. What are your thoughts when you put them head to head with the film simulation?
@@micalangenburg1706 I prefer the Fuji's hands down. Nikon has fantastic colors though straight out of camera. And their files are easy to edit. But then again Fuji has far better film sims I use in my own recipes as well on the X-T5. But this would be a great video. 🤔
I've kept nothing but the Voigtlander 40mm 1.2 on my ZF since getting it. Might as well sell my other nikon lenses at this point since getting it from last year. When i need other focal lengths, i just grab my olympus system or 100v with adapter lenses. But the zf for me is just perfect with the Voigtlander. Video, I don't think in my 24 years of doing digital photography have I used Video more than twice. It just makes photography more expensive and cameras and lenses bigger to try and perfect them.
@@WhoIsSerafin I was exactly in the same mindset before I started doing TH-cam. Now I have to consider both for at least one of my cameras. I'll always be photo first though. I love the vintage Nikon glass on the Zf, but my 40mm f2 is almost always on mine. I have yet to try Voigtlander lenses. I hear a lot of good things about them!
If I had to keep these 2 for the rest of my life to shoot I wouldn’t complain. There is honestly nothing more I would need from Nikon or Fuji at this point. Everything else is a luxury.
Agreed! My favorite two cameras on the market right now! Nikon just needs more street friendly lenses with aperture rings and I am set!
While I have both cameras and others that cover full frame ,APSC and micro 4/3 between Nikon ZF and the Fujifilm XT3 and XT5 That I have the XT5 has a better dual card slot set up, can use a wired remote and is easier to change from auto focus single to continuous with the lever on the bottom left front of the camera. Fujifilm has a variety of different f1.2 aperture lens and the lens selection for the retro design is greater with Fujifilm, the camera is also lighter and that makes it easier to use as an every day carrying camera. That being said I plan on keeping both as they are unique in their own way and different than the rest the digital cameras on the market. They are the closest to using a film camera in a digital format.
@@jamesmlodynia8757 very well said! I agree on all points. After taking the Zf to LA this week I felt the extra weight on my photo walks. I stay in wide area tracking on the Zf because it's reliable while I do switch from time to time on the Fuji so having the switch is awesome.
I've got the X-T5 and have been sniffing over the fence at the Zf for the full frame. I went a TOTALLY different route. Keeping my X-T5, but grabbed an old Nikon D800 to play around with full frame a bit. It won't be a camera that sticks around in my life all that long, I don't think, but I just had to know what I'd get out of a full frame that maybe I wasn't from my APS-C.
I truly appreciate your thoughts and deep dive. Very useful.
Also, mic sounds great! The secret to great video? Great audio!
Thank you for the comment!!! X-T5 is a great camera. They all are these days. I have the same thoughts when I'm all in on APS-C. I do think there is something to full frame when it comes to DOF but I've always loved the results from the Fuj. But the Zf performance wise is next level. No film sims though so if you're a Jpeg shooter I'd stick with the Fuj too. One of my first videos someone commented about how bad the audio was and I was on a mission from there. Appreciate your feedback! Gear does matter in some places like audio. Lol.
If you don’t mind manual focus then the Voigtlander Ultrons and Noktons for the Fuji system have lovely rendering on the XT5.
You're the second person to recommend them. How is manual focus on Fuji cameras? Does if have a similar green box when you're in focus like Nikon? Or do you use focus peaking? I'll def look into it. Manual focus is all I can use on my film cameras so I don't mind at all!
@@wesleystreetshots I don’t use focus peaking myself as I find it distracting. Instead I use the focus check function which zooms into the image automatically when you rotate the focus ring because the lenses have electrical contacts to allow the camera to recognise it. This can be turned off in settings if you prefer. There are also split prism and microprism options in the focus peaking settings,any can be used or turned off. All of these options can also be used with the split screen function from the Display button on the back of the camera. With this enabled there is a larger screen showing the full scene and a zoomed smaller screen to check focus. As far as the focus ring goes, it’s a genuine manual focus experience, very easy and quick. Manual focus on Fuji autofocus lenses is quite bad which is why I’ve gone the Voigtlander route. I only have two Fuji lenses now with 3 Voigtlander…very happy.
@@tonyharrison1 yeah I agree with Fuji lenses which is why I asked. Good to know there are other options for focusing with third party lenses. I've used the focus check a few times and it does work quite well. Thank you for the comprehensive response!! I'll def look at those lenses.
@@wesleystreetshots Good luck, hope you enjoy the experience if you buy one.
Curious to find out what audio setup you're using now
@MadefromJava Yo! I'm using the Rode Poc Mic with the Rode Arm and Focusrite Scarlett Solo and Audacity to record. Syncing the audio in DaVinci is so easy. And when not at my desk the DJI Mic since it saves right to the Mic. Man an XLR Mic is a game changer. I'm sure there are better set ups but so far I'm loving it.
I bought the Zf for full frame, for one reason only! VOIGHTLANDER LENSES!!!
I am also planning on using some terrific Takumar lenses on it too! And yes, I also shoot a Fuji XT3. (Yes, I love it too) What a great time to be a photographer!!!
@@montycraig5659 agreed. So many option. Almost all cameras are capable. It’s amazing. Do you use native z mount voigtlander? And does it give you the green focus box? That’s my next purchase after trying the M Mount variety.
I had the z5 on day one. Not a professional just a hobby. After years of owning I wanted that vintage style Zf so I got one. A week later, I returned it. Even with just the 50mm 1.8 z lens, it felt uncomfortable after a while. Also I didn’t like how the EVF felt compared to my Z5.
I had sold my z5 to use money towards the Zf so not I have no camera 😅. I’ve been thinking about going APSC due to smaller form factor. Such as the Sony a6700.
Z5 took great shots over the years but I want something smaller to carry around daily that doesn’t scream “photographer!!”. Let’s hope I am right by choosing the a6700 (I like how it has a BSI sensor).
@@WidePhotographs I don't shoot Sony much anymore but I've owned at on point an A7IV and A7RII and they were both great.. Very reliable. I find the raw files a little more difficult to achieve my style but it's a great camera. I like the X-T5 a little more due to a better screen, higher resolution viewfinder, dual card slots, and the 40mp sensor, but the AF is better on the Sony so there are always trade offs. Congrats!
Nice video! I don't miss my xt5 at all. Was a nice machine but I don't think it gives the creative freedom that the Nikon does. The images were beautiful but it felt like the same kind of beautiful as every other Fuji. The ZF is a machine that you simply can't put down and the files are more flexible.
Like forward to next Zf or if Nikon manage to pull a range finder 👌
If they made a range finder and the lenses too support it, just take my money haha.
Never thought I'd use the monochrome feature of my ZF more than I expected, I thought it was gimmicky at first but wow
@nethbt I use it shooting most often even if I decide to use the color from the raw because it helps me see light and contrast and not get distracted. Love it.
@@wesleystreetshotsI have the capability of shooting Raw, and jpeg on my XT-3. Does Nikon offer the same? Can we shoot in both formats at the same time?
@@montycraig5659 absolutely. You can shoot RAW + Jpeg. To same card to to different card slots.
I couldn’t get past the color cast out of the ZF. Maybe I’ve just gotten too used to the color output from my Fuji gear. But yeah, I’d be giving up the Nikon without hesitation.
Fuji's autofocus issues is something I'm wishing fuji will fix.
@@ThanhNguyen-sk6uc it's better on the X-H2 in my opinion and the X-T5 is miles ahead of the X100VI but the Zf is on another level when it comes to AF. Agreed Fuji has some room to get better in that department.
@@wesleystreetshotsits especially frustrating as they „fixed it“ like 5 times already…its fast enough but just often grabs the wrong eye or something…Fuji tries to get this right since 5 years and it still not reliable enough…Nikon is not Sony level, but 95% there
NIght photo, higher ISO is not a slight advantage to ZF.. rather big honestly. But is is "easier" to find/buy a compact F1.4 for APS-C that closes the gap.. But yeah, Nikon ZF is a huge camera and the ergonomics are a mess. Although, very pretty to look, really pretty. Fujifilm X-T5 is suffering on autofocus precision but is very compact and in use it is one of the fastest cameras after Q Menu and dials adjusted...
@@liciniooliveira-becas3618 absolutely agree. Especially after I took the Zf to LA this week to test further at night. You can get similar performance on the Zf with a f2 lens like the 40 vs needing an f1.4 lens on the Fujifilm bodies which start to make it on the larger side. In normal lit conditions it's closer. But at night the Nikon shines.
I don't know why the ergo is mess.. it's just awesome with the Smallrig grip. Unless people are using without neck or handstrap.
@@gohilsavio In some regions like the US the grip doesn't come with it like it does elsewhere. It should cost money to make the camera comfortable to hold. But with the grip it's not too bad I agree.
I owned and used both XT5, Xh2 with their newest Top 1.4 glass vs. Now Nikon z63 and z8…
Fuji lost on Autofocus, its just so unpredictable when its gonna miss vs. Nikon that works as expected 95% of the time. None reach Sonys level of „braindead but sharp“ reliability, but Fuji drove me crazy. I couldve lived with the tradeoffs (dof, lowlight and all wouldve been fine), but the af…even when it showed the right eye in focus it STILL backfocused for many, many shots for no reason…
I shoot mainly weddings and couldnt risk it…
@@m0nztam0nk i agree my biggest gripe on Fuji cameras is the continuous autofocus reliability. And for weddings that's a must. All my weddings I shoot Nikon as well. Wedding video I'll go Fuji though. I shot two weddings with my Fuji and there were far less keepers compared to my Nikon. It still turned out fantastic for them but I was sweating it going through the photos seeing so many out of focus. When I went Nikon for weddings, I shot far less photos because I could rely on them more. Still love them both but you have to know the limitations.
@@wesleystreetshots yeah, but i couldnt justify the cost of owning both…plus, Fuji had some other issues as well: i dont like their muddy grass in Lightroom (even the gfx suffers from this) and their ugly, blotchy bokeh in the 50 1.0 and highest end Glass just didnt convince me… also Nikons colours are also amazing, sometimes i prefer them to Fuji (Fuji lends itself to film looks, but a clean modern look seems harder to achieve)…
I say all this with a bit of a heavy heart tho: i truly believe Fuji shouldve gone Fullframe as well, focused their R&D on ONE line and get their AF together. Then add their AMAZING Videofeatures and Colour Profiles and youd be set. I would 100% be a Fuji shooter then and invested maybe 20k into them…but so? No, gfx too slow, xt too unreliable and not on par with IQ.
AND Nikon now has internal RAW recording as well… Specs isnt everything, i switched AWAY after 4 years of Sony, but the tradeoffs with Fuji are too many…Nikon has the colour, the art, the photography first stuff AND the technical ability to deliver… PLUS: when they ever bring their 35 1.2 S Line i will be stuck with that lens forever… if they make the 35 1.2 S-Line they would have to take it from me out of my grave im sure…the 35 1.8 is already so absolutely phenomenal…
@@m0nztam0nk I started with Sony too when I got into digital photography. Then Canon to Fuji to Nikon. I think I've settled on having at least one of each (Nikon and Fuji) these days, but it I am getting paid, I'll always pick up the Nikon first. The files are soooo easy to edit and look amazing when you do! Have you thought about the new Nikon 35mm f1.4. It's not a S line lens but it looks intriguing.
@@wesleystreetshots i have in fact received it today (preordered) and shot some Pictures in the garden with the kids…i shot both the new 1.4 and the older 1.8s and was quite disappointed…while the 1.4 does in fact render some dreamy portraits, as soon as i wasnt close enough to completely eliminate the background the outer half of the entire frame showed very busy and harsh looking bokeh… i will send it back Monday, its not worth its asking price vs. the 1.8 imo… even stopped down to 1.8 the edges were very distracting…in many shots the 1.8s looked like it had more bokeh because it rendered so much smoother…and dont forget the sharpness: while not important to me, it was so bad that many images looked out of focus as there wasnt enough contrast on the eyes, eyelashes … and of course plenty of CA, but that i couldve lived with…the busy bokeh gives it (sadly!) the same cheap look that the despicable Canon rf 35f2 has… at this point im considering going Megadap with sigma 35 1.4 dg dn or FTZ with Sigma 35 1.4 HSM… 1.4 DOES make a massive difference to my eye, but this new lens isnt it…
@@m0nztam0nk aw man! That is disappointing to hear! This is why I try to bring real world views to my videos. So many TH-camrs were all googly eyed when testing it. But in reality they are paid or ambassadors of the brand and their views are skewed. Specs are cool but how do the images really look! I appreciate the feedback!!
Enjoyable presentation. One small quibble. Depth of field is not "better" on the Nikon. Depth of field describes the depth of acceptable sharpness at the point of focus, not how out of focus the background is. Depth of field on is narrower with the Nikon and you may like that in some situations. In other situations the wider depth of field of the Fuji will be "better".
Good point! Poor word choice by me. shallower or narrower would have been a better choice. Thanks for watching!
Why are you always compare the aperture "dof wise" to a full frame camera? A APS-C 1.2 gets as much light as Full Frame 1.2
Do I always want a tiny dof when I want to take photos? No, that is for beginners. I just want to take pictures without taking it with too high ISO oder too long shutter speed.
I think it really depends on what you're shooting. If you are a portrait photographer, a shallow depth of field and background separation may be what you need. I get what you mean about light and aperture, but larger sensor and less pixel density combined with a fast aperture will always net better low light performance. We're talking tiny differences, not huge ones with todays cameras. I appreciate the comment!
Other reviews claim the XT5 AF as inferior to the ZF. But you say the XT5 and ZF AF are similar in performance and then you adjusted your cap. It was a good review until that blatant lie. I stopped watching and gave you a thumbs down.
@@neilchoh296 wow. This video was before the last FW upgrade Fuji put out that broke AF. I use my Zf exclusively these days because of it. Chill bro.
@@wesleystreetshots many newbies rely on reviews to spend their hard earned money. If I see a lie or falsehood. I'll call it as I see it. I myself am planning to switch to Fujifilm because of the lighter weight. Otherwise I don't usually watch reviews. Currently use Nikon and full frame only.
@@neilchoh296 I got you. I wasn’t lying. Integrity is something I pride myself on. If you finish the video I speak to why I’d choice the Zf over the Fuj. But I appreciate your comment nonetheless. Cheers.