this has to be the absolute best photography review video on youtube, finally someone does it the right way, both the content and the video quality are superb. Thank you for taking the time and sharing this gem.
So refreshing to see and ACTUAL photographer with ACTUAL experience talking about gear and photography. So tired of seeing all of these kids channels, with a Sony, teaching you how to take photos and "secrets" of taking great photos etc LOL... . THANK YOU hope you make more videos.
This is the first professional, beautiful and inspiring movie that talks about Hasselblad 907X CFC 50C II. Thank you, Ian. Thank you Paula and Linhofstudio.
Thank god I found this. This is possibly the single best camera review I have ever seen. I had almost written off this camera but now I see that what other reviewers were saying was, essentially, “it’s not my DSLR” (or mirror less same same equivalent). I don’t want a DSLR. I’ve got a perfectly ordinary Nikon. I want something that makes me learn and makes me think.
Just wanted to say thank you, you have given the best review of this camera that I have found on the net so far. I am purely and amateur photographer that like every one else has gone thru so much gear over the so many years. I am at a stage ware I am going to sell every thing other than my Rollieflex. I am going to invest in this camera and will have it for to see me out. you have helped my with this decision. I will continue to follow you.Lee Copas
Thanks Ian a lovely thoughtful comparison and a refreshing break from the usual YT reviews. Really wanted to see how this would work on the V series Haselblads. Now you’ve opened my horizons to Rodenstock lenses as well!!
Easily the best review of this camera available. I was particularly delighted in relating the performance to a print. I can’t see the point in photography without printing. I so want one.
Beautifully done in every respect. Would be great to see Ian doing some further videos - perhaps another shoot where he talks about what he is looking for and the choices he makes and why.
Ian! He used to lecture me on my photography course at Barking college London between 2007-9. What a lovely surprise to see him come up on my research on this camera! Amazing review and very comprehensive, just like his teaching was! :)
The best review i have seen on the 907x, thank you every so much. I got mine 4 weeks ago and am enjoying the journey. still have a problem with the back on 503cw . i will need to send it in for adjusting. thank you once again!!
That is very kind. I really enjoyed using it so you must be very happy. I think Linhof and Studio have a really good servicing guy, so I would recommend them, if you are in the UK. He does all of my mechanical repairs and servicing.
What is your problem on the 503cw - just focus issues? Have you tried digital zoom focus on the back? Changes the workflow, but I have not seen a detailed walk through of the differences.
KWC Coin good point, so in “live view” I understand a rolling shutter effect happens as the scene is constantly scanned/refreshed. So would compose & focus in live view, then switch to WLF view to watch and wait to capture the ‘decisive moment’ to trip the shutter. I would still love to see someone walk through this process in a video!
@@bthemedia It's quite simple, set the camera to B open the shutter and hold the shutter open (either with a cable release or finger) switch to live view, compose, focus 100% and release the shutter, switch from live view. With a V system camera you are more likely to use Mechanical shutter unless of course you keep the shutter open manually. I think you can see me doing this around 9.47 in the video.
A terrific review and comparison with three different cameras, and one Digital back. I also enjoyed seeing the images printed in full size. With my X1D II, I printed several full resolution prints earlier this year, just to see what they would look like. I also used the XPAN in camera crop to get a "panorama" view.
Watched the video the second time still found it most informative and enjoyed to watch. Great to see a professional photographer sharing his experience. Love to see more.
Brilliant, the sort of review that one can only summise about, but this is done in real time with real equipement. Interesting how well the 500 series did so well with a lens not designed for digital. I would love a 907X. Bravo Ian. Lets see some more content.
Great review. I especially loved the direct comparison between the 3 different lenses--very insightful! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video.
Thanks, not enough discussion on how cameras and lenses render on print, all seems to get lost in edge sharpness these days. Glad you liked it. Cheers Ian
Dear Jan, I am very late to the party, but I want to extend you a great THANK for your remarkable review. I was on the verge of buying a 907X 50C to be mainly used with my V system Hasselblad cameras, but I was really unable to understand, from the many subjectives reviews published on the net, what to really expect from this combination. Your work offers both technically informative and professionally presented point of views, and it exudates your real experience as a photographer. It was tremendously useful to me. Thanks again.
This was fascinating! It was great to see photos made with those two cameras that I have never had any experience with. I have found that the X1D-II body with native XCD lenses give the best resolution of fine detail close to wide open. At f/16 they are way softer than at f/4 or f/5.6. Something to experiment with if you still have the camera.Also, this was a terrific first review video. Keep them coming if you enjoy making these!
I only did a small test of the XCD lenses and I don't have the camera to test now. All lenses have issues with diffraction towards the smaller apertures. I find most digital lenses work best at around f8/f11. Wide open will often have a slight softening towards the edges depending on the quality of the glass, but I don't always see this as a major disadvantage, unless shooting landscapes and who shoots landscapes wide open?
you're perfect, dude!!!! I love your review!!! from pro for pros! super concise, straight to the relevant points and very very clear! Also, great picture!!!
Ian, thank you for an exceptionally good video. It was superb. Your ability to communicate is very rewarding for the viewer and to me it's inspirational. Fabulous and I hope you set up your own channel and do many more. Gary.
Many thanks for your kind comments. We would all love the time to produce more like this but sadly it may well be one of the only advantages of the last years events that gave us the time to do it !
Excellent job, Ian! A quality presentation. Well done! I've been thinking about buying a Hasselblad recently from the (excellent) Linhoff Studios in Southend, and this has proved very timely. Class content!
Wonderfull review. The re is a loro fa people teaching in web but a lot of them are only “product influencer “ this is a real review by someone Who know the work!!!!
Well done sir. A very useful review. It's interesting to see the warm color balance with the Zeiss and Rodenstock lenses. I assume this is due to the lens coating and the 907X / Phocus portraying a neutral rendition.
I think it's the size that is the winner and the method of use is a completely different experience to DSLR. Joy to use. Thanks for your comments, best Ian
The very best review by of one version of a Hasselblad 50mp camera and and XCD 3.5/45mm lens. I have the X1D Mark II with the smaller 45P lens and would love to know how what you think of the 907X vs X1d which has an excellent EVF but no tilting LCD screen . I assume image quality would be similar if not identical but maybe not if Hasselblad made adjustments to the imaging. Also, as a lifetime large format landscape photographer (Linholf 4x5) I agree Ansel would have been impressed. Thank you Ian.
Hey!!!! You did really well Ian. I'll subscribe for sure. Please do more. I too shoot large format, but film. I also shoot with a Hasselblad 501 CM, so all of this I found really interesting. The video was put together very well. Great job all!
Very kind, thanks Cade. With it's price point it gives photographers like you an ideal way in to digital large and medium format. I'm also sure some of the older Schnieder/Rodenstock lenses will perform very well with this size of sensor. Good luck Ian
It’s nice to see I’m not the only one who likes glass with character. Having worked with 503cw’s, the CFE 120mm Makro is still my favourite lens ever. I use Canon now, but with their mirrorless options getting close to the 907x, I am tempted to switch….
thanks for doing such a detailed review, I trained on 503's with film and digital backs 15-20 years ago and always loved the transparencies the 503 camera and lenses made on 2 1/4. I primarily work as a cinematographer now and have been considering this camera for my still image work and was curious how this back/camera would perform across the different Hasselbads and lenses I'm considering so it was nice to see this demonstration from in the field to an actual print. I really enjoyed your personal photographs in the beginning as well. I tried the fuji gfx system and liked it but the 50r didn't feel different enough from the full-frame digital cameras I have to warrant the cost so maybe it's time to try this camera!
It is reassuring to see that high end equipment deliver as promised. They cost a huge amount of money, so expectations are high. Would Ansel Adams use a digital Hasselblad if he were alive? The answer is absolutely, but I doubt if he would have been amused at all with all the Image creation software that have now accompanied the digital bandwagon. Great presentation.
Excellent ‘first outing’ on the other side of the camera! That back really has caught my eye and I think this shows off really well how good it is to slow down on a shoot. The current trend of 20fps ‘spray and pray’ is not my way of working and this feels almost as good as running a roll of Provia through an A12 back. The only thing missing with the digital back is the dark slide... but at least you can’t lose it ;-) Look forward to your next production.
Very nice review...you did very well for the first time! I like the simplistic approach to the comparative view of the three cameras. I have the 503CW and look forward to get sometime soon the 907X 50c kit. Also I have a Chamonix 45H1 and are looking for a “V” back plate to be able to use the 50c digital back. Well done Ian, thank you! Be safe...Cheers.
Hello Alejandro , thank you for your kind comments. Linhof Studio have several V fit adaptor solutions which may be of interest? Please just email info@linhofstudio.com for further information.
Great detailed & informative review - one of the best camera reviews I've seen on the 907X. You should do more of them. I was sitting on the fence with this camera but now I think you threw me over. Question - Is there some sort of material like glass protecting the sensor?
Thanks Andrew, I believe all mirrorless and medium format backs have a cover glass which is an integral part of the chip. I've been using these backs for over ten years and I've never had a problem with sensor damage. I don't think you need to be especially careful, just not abusive. I have been known to clean mine with my t-shirt. Best Ian
@@ianatkinson6367 I have a Nikon micro fiber cleaning "rag" that I acquired when I got a Nikon D80 about 13 years ago. Has it's own little pouch, and works wonderful on my CFV II (with the 907) and also on the X1D II that I also have. I have a 500 C/M with two film backs as my third camera.
Good idea, if I remember correctly they are similar sensor sizes. I think you will notice a huge jump in usability and an increase in iso range. I used a p45+ on a 503 and made some wonderful work but it wasn't the easiest to focus, especially with wide lenses. If this back had of been around I would definitely have bought one.
Very kind thanks Ian. I'd like to do more but it was a lot of work, both in shooting and editing. It would also need to be the right kit. Thanks again, Ian
@@ianatkinson6367 Thank you for the reply. I bought a CFV 16 many years ago - my most expensive single photography purchase. I was somewhat disappointed with the performance first of all, suspecting that it was not focussing on the sensor properly but assumed it was me. I took advantage of a Hasselblad 'offer' to get my camera equipment checked out resulting in extra cost due to a scratch on the sensor (no idea how that happened) and lenses needing to be serviced. It was touch-and-go whether I would sell off the equipment and cut my losses but I decided to go for the service and restore my equipment. In another check-up I found that my sensor had mound growing underneath the filter - once again no idea how that happened. When I retired I hoped to be able to buy a CFV 50 back but my lump sum did not come through while they were on offer, and then they were discontinued! Hoping to cash in on a further injection of cash following my wife's retirement I was hoping to get the 'new' back but that took so long to come out that I have spent the money elsewhere. I looked at the X-Series when it came out and was tempted but I have so much invested in Canon and Panasonic digital systems that it did not make sense. The reviews I have seen of the 907X 50C (including yours) have once again piqued my interest. Maybe one day! Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas (whatever you are able to do) and a Safe New Year.
@@iangillett1817 It sounds like you have been on quite a journey. There was a bit in the film which I cut short where I talk about cutting out the last 10 years of digital purchases. I have no doubt if I was not in the same position as yourself that I would definitely buy in to this system and would love to still own my original Linhof Technikardan and Hasselblad system. Good luck with whatever you decide and hope you too have a good Christmas. best Ian
At last!!!! Real review as done by real photographer with experience, knowledge and vision!
Thank you so much!
Very Kind Thanks Ian
this has to be the absolute best photography review video on youtube, finally someone does it the right way, both the content and the video quality are superb. Thank you for taking the time and sharing this gem.
Very very kind. Thank you so much for you comments.
@@ianatkinson6367 totally agree with the above comment
So refreshing to see and ACTUAL photographer with ACTUAL experience talking about gear and photography. So tired of seeing all of these kids channels, with a Sony, teaching you how to take photos and "secrets" of taking great photos etc LOL... . THANK YOU hope you make more videos.
Hands down best review ever, wish they were all like this. Couldn't believe it when he said it was his first time in front of the camera
Finally! An actual proper real life honest practical no bullshit with integrity photography review. Thank you for spending the time to do this.
I’ve watched thousands of reviews over the years. This one is my favorite. Well done.
This is the first professional, beautiful and inspiring movie that talks about Hasselblad 907X CFC 50C II. Thank you, Ian. Thank you Paula and Linhofstudio.
Thanks for your kind comments. Ian
Thank you so much Yune! Lovely to have you as our first comment. All the best for the holidays!
💯 % agree - thank you for sharing your insightful review and wonderfully edited video with us! A true pleasure to watch!👏
@@ianatkinson6367 great video. Really nice work. Keep up the good work.
Thank god I found this. This is possibly the single best camera review I have ever seen. I had almost written off this camera but now I see that what other reviewers were saying was, essentially, “it’s not my DSLR” (or mirror less same same equivalent). I don’t want a DSLR. I’ve got a perfectly ordinary Nikon. I want something that makes me learn and makes me think.
Just wanted to say thank you, you have given the best review of this camera that I have found on the net so far. I am purely and amateur photographer that like every one else has gone thru so much gear over the so many years. I am at a stage ware I am going to sell every thing other than my Rollieflex. I am going to invest in this camera and will have it for to see me out. you have helped my with this decision. I will continue to follow you.Lee Copas
Thanks Lee, I am glad it was of help. best Ian
Very well done, not too much talking, right to the point, and informative! Kudos
Thanks Ian
Thanks Ian a lovely thoughtful comparison and a refreshing break from the usual YT reviews. Really wanted to see how this would work on the V series Haselblads. Now you’ve opened my horizons to Rodenstock lenses as well!!
Easily the best review of this camera available. I was particularly delighted in relating the performance to a print. I can’t see the point in photography without printing. I so want one.
What a very informative and practical, meaningful review. Puts the others to shame. Well done!
Awesome video & Review. Simply fantastic.
This is the best photography review I've ever seen, Real photographer.... Thank you Ian.....
Thank You so much for the kind comments. Here at Linhof Studio we were so pleased Ian was available to happy to do this .
What a wonderful review, thank you for sharing your thoughts with all of us.
Very Kind thank you. Ian
could not agree more
Beautifully done in every respect. Would be great to see Ian doing some further videos - perhaps another shoot where he talks about what he is looking for and the choices he makes and why.
Thanks Linden, you never know. I'd like to do more but it was a lot of work. Best Ian
Ian! He used to lecture me on my photography course at Barking college London between 2007-9. What a lovely surprise to see him come up on my research on this camera! Amazing review and very comprehensive, just like his teaching was! :)
Thank you Sir for this incredible review. I love shooting the Hasselblad. Will definitely buy the the 907X. Stay safe.
What a great thorough review. Can't wait to get my hands on the 907x!!
The best review i have seen on the 907x, thank you every so much. I got mine 4 weeks ago and am enjoying the journey. still have a problem with the back on 503cw . i will need to send it in for adjusting. thank you once again!!
That is very kind. I really enjoyed using it so you must be very happy. I think Linhof and Studio have a really good servicing guy, so I would recommend them, if you are in the UK. He does all of my mechanical repairs and servicing.
Loved it Ian!!! You totally need to do more of these....
What is your problem on the 503cw - just focus issues? Have you tried digital zoom focus on the back? Changes the workflow, but I have not seen a detailed walk through of the differences.
KWC Coin good point, so in “live view” I understand a rolling shutter effect happens as the scene is constantly scanned/refreshed. So would compose & focus in live view, then switch to WLF view to watch and wait to capture the ‘decisive moment’ to trip the shutter. I would still love to see someone walk through this process in a video!
@@bthemedia It's quite simple, set the camera to B open the shutter and hold the shutter open (either with a cable release or finger) switch to live view, compose, focus 100% and release the shutter, switch from live view. With a V system camera you are more likely to use Mechanical shutter unless of course you keep the shutter open manually. I think you can see me doing this around 9.47 in the video.
Great content and production. Keep it up and hope to see more from your team.
Excellent presentation of the usability and performance of this camera system/back. Thanks!
Great review and very well thought through assessment of each of the three options. Thanks.
Very kind thanks, glad you enjoyed it. Best Ian
Very good !
Really enjoyed this series. Thanks Linhof Studios.
Well done Ian and team, please do more videos, the Linhof images stand out as the best!
Thank you! This is probably the most interesting 907X review out there!
A terrific review and comparison with three different cameras, and one Digital back. I also enjoyed seeing the images printed in full size. With my X1D II, I printed several full resolution prints earlier this year, just to see what they would look like. I also used the XPAN in camera crop to get a "panorama" view.
Thanks Kenneth, glad you enjoyed it. It is quite amazing the size and quality we can make prints. Best Ian
Watched the video the second time still found it most informative and enjoyed to watch. Great to see a professional photographer sharing his experience. Love to see more.
Brilliant, the sort of review that one can only summise about, but this is done in real time with real equipement.
Interesting how well the 500 series did so well with a lens not designed for digital.
I would love a 907X.
Bravo Ian. Lets see some more content.
Great comparisons. Incredibly versatile digital back.
Hi Ian! Great review. I really enjoyed your style. Thank you.
The best review I ever seen. This is a raw model for how it should be done. Tank you!
..and I would definately watch more from you if you make more. Nice to watch and I learned a few new things aswell. :-)
Glad to hear it was useful. We hope to do some more when other related kit is released. best Ian
Thank you for putting together such a thoughtful review of the 907.
Great review. I especially loved the direct comparison between the 3 different lenses--very insightful! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video.
You are very welcome, and thanks for the kind comments. Best Ian
Excellent review ,well thought out and shot,appreciate the discussion on actual prints.
Thank you
Thanks, not enough discussion on how cameras and lenses render on print, all seems to get lost in edge sharpness these days. Glad you liked it. Cheers Ian
Wow, that Rodenstock lens is amazing, it resolves a lot of detail.
I enjoyed watching this video. Fair way to do a comparison. Thank you for sharing this work.
Thank your for your Video and initial thoughts. Just ordered mine.
Great review, hope to see you again,thank you. It's great to see 3 cameras compared , good job!
Dear Jan, I am very late to the party, but I want to extend you a great THANK for your remarkable review. I was on the verge of buying a 907X 50C to be mainly used with my V system Hasselblad cameras, but I was really unable to understand, from the many subjectives reviews published on the net, what to really expect from this combination. Your work offers both technically informative and professionally presented point of views, and it exudates your real experience as a photographer. It was tremendously useful to me. Thanks again.
Very nice review. Thank you!!
This was fascinating! It was great to see photos made with those two cameras that I have never had any experience with. I have found that the X1D-II body with native XCD lenses give the best resolution of fine detail close to wide open. At f/16 they are way softer than at f/4 or f/5.6. Something to experiment with if you still have the camera.Also, this was a terrific first review video. Keep them coming if you enjoy making these!
I only did a small test of the XCD lenses and I don't have the camera to test now. All lenses have issues with diffraction towards the smaller apertures. I find most digital lenses work best at around f8/f11. Wide open will often have a slight softening towards the edges depending on the quality of the glass, but I don't always see this as a major disadvantage, unless shooting landscapes and who shoots landscapes wide open?
Great review and presentation ... and big smile on the closing. Love it!
Good review of 3 different lenses !
First review? It was very interesting. Thank you for this test, it gives me more info.
What a joy! Would love to see more of you - an subscribed immediately!
you're perfect, dude!!!! I love your review!!! from pro for pros! super concise, straight to the relevant points and very very clear! Also, great picture!!!
Thank you so much for your kind comments. Best Ian
Great video. Really interesting.
Thank you for your sharing your nice experiences
Ian, thank you for an exceptionally good video. It was superb. Your ability to communicate is very rewarding for the viewer and to me it's inspirational. Fabulous and I hope you set up your own channel and do many more. Gary.
Many thanks for your kind comments. We would all love the time to produce more like this but sadly it may well be one of the only advantages of the last years events that gave us the time to do it !
Excellent review, especially comparing the prints. Thank you very much!
Informative, engaging, comprehensive, intelligent....THANK YOU.
Excellent job, Ian! A quality presentation. Well done! I've been thinking about buying a Hasselblad recently from the (excellent) Linhoff Studios in Southend, and this has proved very timely. Class content!
Cheers Kevin, Let me know how you get on with it. Best Ian
Much obliged dear sir, indeed well done
Wonderful presentation style and review. Thanks for this!
very nice videos
Helpful video, thank you. 🙏 And great job for your first TH-cam video. Congratulations to you and your team. 👏
Very kind thanks Ian
Wonderfull review. The re is a loro fa people teaching in web but a lot of them are only “product influencer “ this is a real review by someone Who know the work!!!!
Hello..
This was a great review and really gave me the clarity I was looking for.
Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Brilliant choice to demonstrate the differences with real world prints! Wonderful review.
Very kind thanks Justin.
Very well done and thoughtful review from a knowledgeable professional.
Well done sir. A very useful review. It's interesting to see the warm color balance with the Zeiss and Rodenstock lenses. I assume this is due to the lens coating and the 907X / Phocus portraying a neutral rendition.
Thank you for your review. It was beautiful! Would like to see more videos with Hasselblad 907X. I am thinking to get one :)
I think it's the size that is the winner and the method of use is a completely different experience to DSLR. Joy to use. Thanks for your comments, best Ian
@@ianatkinson6367 I have GFX100 and I love it but I need a camera for my daily use. 907X can be a good one for that.
What a fantastic review! Thanks so much - brilliantly done
The very best review by of one version of a Hasselblad 50mp camera and and XCD 3.5/45mm lens. I have the X1D Mark II with the smaller 45P lens and would love to know how what you think of the 907X vs X1d which has an excellent EVF but no tilting LCD screen . I assume image quality would be similar if not identical but maybe not if Hasselblad made adjustments to the imaging. Also, as a lifetime large format landscape photographer (Linholf 4x5) I agree Ansel would have been impressed. Thank you Ian.
We have no plans a present to do a comparison with the X1d. If we do we will let you know. Thanks for the kind comment, best Ian
Beautiful! Production quality is gorgeous! Nice to get a peek into a professional's process. I hope you do more reviews!
Thanks Harold.
Hey!!!! You did really well Ian. I'll subscribe for sure. Please do more. I too shoot large format, but film. I also shoot with a Hasselblad 501 CM, so all of this I found really interesting. The video was put together very well. Great job all!
Very kind, thanks Cade. With it's price point it gives photographers like you an ideal way in to digital large and medium format. I'm also sure some of the older Schnieder/Rodenstock lenses will perform very well with this size of sensor. Good luck Ian
Astonish job! Great review. Keep on. Thank you
great job thank you!
It’s nice to see I’m not the only one who likes glass with character. Having worked with 503cw’s, the CFE 120mm Makro is still my favourite lens ever.
I use Canon now, but with their mirrorless options getting close to the 907x, I am tempted to switch….
Great and realistic review Well done
thanks for doing such a detailed review, I trained on 503's with film and digital backs 15-20 years ago and always loved the transparencies the 503 camera and lenses made on 2 1/4. I primarily work as a cinematographer now and have been considering this camera for my still image work and was curious how this back/camera would perform across the different Hasselbads and lenses I'm considering so it was nice to see this demonstration from in the field to an actual print. I really enjoyed your personal photographs in the beginning as well. I tried the fuji gfx system and liked it but the 50r didn't feel different enough from the full-frame digital cameras I have to warrant the cost so maybe it's time to try this camera!
It is reassuring to see that high end equipment deliver as promised. They cost a huge amount of money, so expectations are high. Would Ansel Adams use a digital Hasselblad if he were alive? The answer is absolutely, but I doubt if he would have been amused at all with all the Image creation software that have now accompanied the digital bandwagon. Great presentation.
this has convinced me to purchase, thank you
Cracking review Ian, some nice kit you have these days and I bet you will be keeping that one somehow for sure.
Cheers Rich, enjoying your landscapes. keep em coming. Best Ian
Very well done! Information that is applicable in a "real world" application. Thank you for the comparison and your insights.
Welcome, thanks for the kind comments, best Ian
Wonderfully done. You did a great job with this review and your presentation was very nice.
Excellent ‘first outing’ on the other side of the camera! That back really has caught my eye and I think this shows off really well how good it is to slow down on a shoot. The current trend of 20fps ‘spray and pray’ is not my way of working and this feels almost as good as running a roll of Provia through an A12 back. The only thing missing with the digital back is the dark slide... but at least you can’t lose it ;-) Look forward to your next production.
but at least you can’t lose it ;-) or bend it in your back pocket!! Thanks for your comments. Best Ian
Very nice review...you did very well for the first time! I like the simplistic approach to the comparative view of the three cameras. I have the 503CW and look forward to get sometime soon the 907X 50c kit. Also I have a Chamonix 45H1 and are looking for a “V” back plate to be able to use the 50c digital back. Well done Ian, thank you! Be safe...Cheers.
Very kind thank you . Best Ian
Hello Alejandro , thank you for your kind comments. Linhof Studio have several V fit adaptor solutions which may be of interest? Please just email info@linhofstudio.com for further information.
Good review Ian, it made me go buy the 907X
That's great hope you enjoy it. Best Ian
Great detailed & informative review - one of the best camera reviews I've seen on the 907X. You should do more of them. I was sitting on the fence with this camera but now I think you threw me over.
Question - Is there some sort of material like glass protecting the sensor?
Thanks Andrew, I believe all mirrorless and medium format backs have a cover glass which is an integral part of the chip. I've been using these backs for over ten years and I've never had a problem with sensor damage. I don't think you need to be especially careful, just not abusive. I have been known to clean mine with my t-shirt. Best Ian
@@ianatkinson6367 Wow,that's comforting to know,Thank you
@@ianatkinson6367 I have a Nikon micro fiber cleaning "rag" that I acquired when I got a Nikon D80 about 13 years ago. Has it's own little pouch, and works wonderful on my CFV II (with the 907) and also on the X1D II that I also have. I have a 500 C/M with two film backs as my third camera.
Hello Ian, thank you for the straightforward, well-balanced, enjoyable, and informative test to view. Best wishes :-)
great review. thank you. I am a 503CW user with a P30+ and was interested in upgrading to this system.
Thank you for you comment! Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any more information.
Good idea, if I remember correctly they are similar sensor sizes. I think you will notice a huge jump in usability and an increase in iso range. I used a p45+ on a 503 and made some wonderful work but it wasn't the easiest to focus, especially with wide lenses. If this back had of been around I would definitely have bought one.
Best camera review on TH-cam
Great video
Great, very well done!
Nice video! I'd be interested to see how prints with the digital back compare to prints made with the same cameras using film backs.
Good Job and nice explanation.
Fantastic review, thanks very much.
Enjoyed your review. Many Thanks.
Great job!
Really enjoyed the video. Great photograph and superb explanation all the way through. More please!
Very kind thanks Ian. I'd like to do more but it was a lot of work, both in shooting and editing. It would also need to be the right kit. Thanks again, Ian
@@ianatkinson6367 Thank you for the reply. I bought a CFV 16 many years ago - my most expensive single photography purchase. I was somewhat disappointed with the performance first of all, suspecting that it was not focussing on the sensor properly but assumed it was me. I took advantage of a Hasselblad 'offer' to get my camera equipment checked out resulting in extra cost due to a scratch on the sensor (no idea how that happened) and lenses needing to be serviced. It was touch-and-go whether I would sell off the equipment and cut my losses but I decided to go for the service and restore my equipment. In another check-up I found that my sensor had mound growing underneath the filter - once again no idea how that happened. When I retired I hoped to be able to buy a CFV 50 back but my lump sum did not come through while they were on offer, and then they were discontinued! Hoping to cash in on a further injection of cash following my wife's retirement I was hoping to get the 'new' back but that took so long to come out that I have spent the money elsewhere. I looked at the X-Series when it came out and was tempted but I have so much invested in Canon and Panasonic digital systems that it did not make sense. The reviews I have seen of the 907X 50C (including yours) have once again piqued my interest. Maybe one day! Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas (whatever you are able to do) and a Safe New Year.
@@iangillett1817 It sounds like you have been on quite a journey. There was a bit in the film which I cut short where I talk about cutting out the last 10 years of digital purchases. I have no doubt if I was not in the same position as yourself that I would definitely buy in to this system and would love to still own my original Linhof Technikardan and Hasselblad system. Good luck with whatever you decide and hope you too have a good Christmas. best Ian
@@ianatkinson6367 Thank you so much for taking the time out to reply to my ramblings. My Very Best Wishes Ian
Love your approach and congrats to getting in front of the camera! Keep LIVIN”#dfunlife
Absolutely wonderful review!
Very nice review from a pro photographer! Thanks for posting this video! Best wishes for the coming year 🥂
Very Kind Thanks, Best Ian
Ian, I'm a little late seeing your wonderful review but thank you. I'm buying a 907X 50C later today--it's too gorgeous top pass up!
Good choice!
Thank you for this great video! min 05:23 - what a beautiful line-up