I do agree that Gordon Laing samples look great to me, on the other side the samples in photographyblog look just ok.
It will “get real” for me when you are able to show a set of identical (or near identical) images from each camera, so a fair comparison can be made. Until then, it’s just another opinion worthy of a much or as little value as you wish to place on it. Plain and simple. I’m not saying that there might not be a difference... even perhaps a fairly sizable one, but I’m not one to be swayed by brand names or statements that aren’t in any way substantiated or backed up with real examples worthy of comparison.Here are some examples of what the x100v can do - mostly straight ooc, maybe some contrast for the BW.
As you can see, extremely competent, but let’s get real.
It will “get real” for me when you are able to show a set of identical (or near identical) images from each camera, so a fair comparison can be made. Until then, it’s just another opinion worthy of a much or as little value as you wish to place on it. Plain and simple. I’m not saying that there might not be a difference... even perhaps a fairly sizable one, but I’m not one to be swayed by brand names or statements that aren’t in any way substantiated or backed up with real examples worthy of comparison.Here are some examples of what the x100v can do - mostly straight ooc, maybe some contrast for the BW.
As you can see, extremely competent, but let’s get real.
Sorry, but I’m sort of a “show me” kinda guy.
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Jerry-Astro
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It won’t be me... perhaps someone else might want to offer a true comparison or be interested in the results. Your example images are fine, but IMHO they really do little to speak to your “let’s get real” comment. I’ve never really been swayed by the Leica siren call, but respect those that have. Lots of people swear by it. Probably a rather OT discussion for this forum in any event.that’s alright. I’m more a get out and use the gear kind of guy. Good luck figuring this one out.It will “get real” for me when you are able to show a set of identical (or near identical) images from each camera, so a fair comparison can be made. Until then, it’s just another opinion worthy of a much or as little value as you wish to place on it. Plain and simple. I’m not saying that there might not be a difference... even perhaps a fairly sizable one, but I’m not one to be swayed by brand names or statements that aren’t in any way substantiated or backed up with real examples worthy of comparison.Here are some examples of what the x100v can do - mostly straight ooc, maybe some contrast for the BW.
As you can see, extremely competent, but let’s get real.
Sorry, but I’m sort of a “show me” kinda guy.
If the lens on the X100V is “better” and/or “sharper” than the 35 F2, 23 F2, and 50 F2 people will say it’s “clinical” and lacks “character” and “magic”. which is how some owners of the 23 1.4, 35 1.4, and 56 1.2 describe the F2 lenses. Remember Fuji supposedly made the 35 1.4 imperfect on purpose, not wanting to hit high marks on the MTF charts.
aside from a few positive features, Fuji has been
Thats exactly how i see it. Yes its sharp. And clearly sharper than the older lens. But its kind of clinical. It doesnt have the pop from 35mm f1.4 and the colors from 23mm f1.4
you might have a bad copyC'mon... let's see the meat.
My copy is excellent and it’s my go to lens for astrophotography — arguably one of the more demanding disciplines with respect to IQ. I’ve also used it a fair amount for large building interiors (e.g. cathedrals). Perhaps I simply tend towards being a bit more conservative with the use of ill-defined and (IMHO) highly overused words like “magic,” that’s all. I certainly wouldn’t trade it for any of the equivalents I’m aware of out there.you might have a bad copyC'mon... let's see the meat.
That’s a excellent and very balanced perspective, Lou. Thanks for sharing it. While I’ve never shot Leica, I can see the draw and the following that it has and your view here makes a ton of sense.
Thank you. I like the Leica image quality better it feels more photographic to me.
Leica ME 240 Zeiss C Biogon T* f2.8/35mm 1/125 f2.8 ISO 3200
Fuji x100v 1/125 f2.8 IS0 5000
No I don't.
