Thank you for your video! I am tormented. I own a GFX50s, loaded with vertical grip and swivel viewfinder adapter and used it for a couple years for work. Is like new, not one blemish on it as I baby my cameras and want them like new always. When the GFX100 came out I jumped on it immediately and never used my GFX50s again. I have been thinking for the longest time to trade my GFX50s that I never use for a GFX50R as a daily shooter/street photography machine. The reality is that the GFX100 amazing as it is, is NOT a daily carry around camera, and so isn't either the GFX50s even without the vertical grip. Yes sure I "could" take out the detachable viewfinder and make it a smaller package but I cant shoot without a viewfinder.. I cant understand people doing photography with just the back screen LCD as 99% of people now-a-days do, I just cant do it. But given the age of these cameras, is it a good idea? I know I will get the same quality as the GFX50s, which is great, but then again this is an almost 10 year old sensor and a 5 year old camera and I just dont know if this makes any sense or, if in fact makes ALL the sense. Ive played around with just about ALL of Fujifilm's X cameras but, the APS-C thing is not for me.. I know some people will throw rocks at me for saying this but, Im sorry the APS-C quality is just not there no matter how you look at it, SPECIALLY compared to MF. Even the new X-H2S and TX-5 with the new 40MP sensors, sorry, the IQ cant be compared in any way with what the GFX cameras bring to the table and my eyes just cant accept anything inferior at this point. And as far as FF goes, yes there are AMAZING cameras out there that out solve the 50MP sensor on the GFXs like the Sony a7RV I played with a few days ago.. spectacular camera and files but.. its a computer! Its not a camera.. I have ZERO inspiration to go out and take photos with it, is that simple. So.. will I be happy with GFX50R? I know its a classic already and sensor age and resolution aside (both doesn't matter actually) the camera will surely take amazing photos for decades to come plus Fujifilm WILL NOT replace it or make another GFX rangefinder again! Since Fujifilm's new CEO stepped-in a couple years ago, everything changed and this is NOT the same company we used to love for their uniqueness, regular firmware updates and photographers' niche strategy. Its all over. So I feel with each passing day that the GFX50R is a camera that makes potentially more and more sense and will something of cult soon enough. Should I jump on it? Thanks again for the video and enthusiasm.. we badly need some honest and true enthusiasm in a word that has become so f...d-up these days all across the board :)
Hello, Thank you for viewing and writing in. I'm very, very biased: I LOVE my 50R. Period. Th bulk, the feel, the look, and of course the image quality. However, if you are looking to do street I'm not sure the 50r will be fast enough. I would consider the 100s as it's smaller, lighter, faster, and has 5fps which may be helpful. With that being said I would not part with my 50r under any circumstances. Period. I also own a bunch of X lenses and the XT2, XT1, and XH1. Other than using for sports with my 50-140 I honestly don't use my X series as much as the 50r and 100s images are just amazing - as you well know. If you are going to be schlepping a MF camera around doing street shooting all day I would honestly consider the 100s instead of the 50r. Just my two cents and I hope that helps!! Again: Thank you very much. If you have any questions please reach out. And NO: I am not a SONY Fan either! Can't stand them actually.
Just to update you that I followed your advice and found a mint condition 50R that I just pulled the trigger on and purchased. I am in absolute heaven, and I can already tell this will become one of my favorite cameras of all times, I absolutely adore it❤️❤️❤️
@@yuidfbse Woooo Hooooo! Congratulations -- That is great news and you won't be disappointed. The feel of the camera in hand, and the delicious clunk of that shutter.. Mmmm. mmmmm. mmmm. And get a grip. Go to ebay. Like $35.00. You won't regret it!!
I traded in a Horseman LF film camera and several lenses for the Fuji GFX50r and the 32-64 lens. Then I added the 100-200 OIS. Very happy with the change.
That's awesome! I used to shoot with a guy up on the Maine coast who used a 4 x 5 camera. He would shoot all spring, summer and fall, and then spend the Maine winters developing. Very cool cameras! Thank you for watching. Funny thing I just re-bought the 32-64 after having sold mine three-four years ago. I found I really missed the focal length, and not having to change lenses.
Couldn’t agree more about the 50R. Gives me all the detail I need, and seems a natural “big brother” to my X-pro2. Interesting that, here in the UK, they don’t often come up for sale. When they do they fetch more that the 50S, which was more expensive than the 50R when new. I think folk are hanging onto them.
Hi Mark, Thank you for checking my channel out! And yes, the 50r is just amazing. It does feel like an X-Pro albeit a tad larger and heavier but it's a fantastic camera! Enjoy!! and regards.
The sound of that shutter on the 50ris just mind boggling. One morning it was my second day at the Maroon Bells outside Aspen. I arrived there after sunset because I was shooting at the continental divide at 12,095 feet or 39,914 meters and it was very difficult to move and breathe. Anyway, I arrived at the pond/lake and the light was gorgeous, water was calm and there were four or five other photographers there. Unbeknownst to them had been there the day before and gotten some great shots but I figured I'm going past the area against I might as well stop. So I arrive, whip out the the 50r, setup the tripod, and I snapped my first shot. Let me tell you I've never seen so many heads turn at once! It was great! The clunk of that shutter, in the utter silence of the area was overwhelming. I took three shots, and as I picked up my tripod and headed back to my van I said: "There's the money shot. I'm done" as a joke. HAHAHHAHAHA.
I agree with you about both the X-T1 and 50R. I still own my X-T1 and it's my favorite camera ever, it's just a very special thing to me. I also have the 50S (and a 50Sii currently) and I'm deciding whether or not I'll sell my 50S and keep the new 50Sii or sell the 50Sii and keep the original. In almost every technical metric, the mark 2 is the superior camera, but that doesn't mean that much to me as they're both extremely capable bodies. The 5 mark 1 feels better to use in (my) hand and that shutter?!?!? I could probably write it a love letter lol, what am amazing shutter sound and feeling. I thought about the 100S, but I literally ONLY want it for the phase detect AF. I have zero need or desire for 100mp, 50mp is already such a silly high amount for me, adding double just seems so useless. I have downloaded various raw files from both the 50 and 100mp sensors and seem to prefer the rendering of the 50mp sensor anyway. The 100 is the superior unit on a purely technical level though. We don't always have to choose that though. I'm curious to see what I end up doing and which body gets sold. Shame they don't offer the 50mp sensor with PDAF, that would be amazing.
I don't know. difficult choice for you to make. I would NEVER ever sell my 50r. The sound of that shutter is just mind boggling. One morning it was my second day at the Maroon Bells outside Aspen. I arrived there after sunset because I was shooting at the continental divide at 12,o95 feet and it was very difficult to move and breathe. Anyway, I arrived at the pond/lake and the light was gorgeous, water was calm and there were fur or five other photographers there. Unbeknown to them had been there the day before and gotten some great shots but I figured I'm going past them again might as well stop. So I arrive, whip out the the 50r, setup the tripod, and I snapped my first shot. Let me tell you I've never seen so many heads turn at once! It was great! The clunk of that shutter, in the utter quiet was overwhelming. I took three shots, and as I picked up my tripod and headed back to my van I said: "There's the money shot. I'm done" as a joke. HAHAHHAHAHA. With regards to the XT1 I still carry mine. Even if I just run down the road to grab coffee it goes in my van with the 27mm 2.8, or the 35 1.4. It's Just an amazing camera! I've owned it since 2014 and I have no plans of getting rid of it.
@@thelazyphotographer4761 HAHAHAHA that was an amazing story, and I completely agree about the shutter. It is my favorite shutter of all time, it's a gorgeous gorgeous unit. The X-T1 will be with me forever, I hope it never dies BUT if it did...I'd buy another immediately. It's just so special. That along with the 35mm f/1.4 and the original 56mm f/1.2, will be with me forever. The 35mm is probably my favorite lens of all time.
While the 50S II is my first investment into the GFX system, nothing compares to the aesthetics of the 50R. I hope Fuji isn't done with the rangefinder design for GFX.
Yes! The 50r is a true beauty and one I believe will become a classic as I believe this was a one off for Fuji. I doubt we will see another version of the 50r. I do love mine and I can't tell you how many times I've been stopped and either asked what the camera is, or someone stops me to tell me how cool it is. Unwanted attention that I really don't like but I guess it goes with the territory. Thank you
Hi Janelle, Thank you for stopping by! I'm very grateful. I have in my plans several videos planned and one of them will be how I use C1 in my LR workflow. Of course it'll be crappy production value but hopefully it'll get the point across. Stay tuned...
I had Olympus OM2 & OM4 in the early 80’s, then canon eos film bodies, then eos digitals, then sony A7R3, then about 3 years ago added a 50r, an subsequently an A7S3 and a Leica M10D. I still have my old cameras. I have to concur that the 50r is something rather special. I would have a tough job deciding between the Sony’s and the 50r though, because, while I think the 50r is more enjoyable, and has given me my best images to date, I think the Sony’s are better ‘all rounders’. It would be a really tough decision for me to make. The AF on the 50r let’s it down as an all rounder, but I almost exclusively use the 50r on a tripod and in manual focus, so the AF does not worry me most of the time. If I’m going to shoot a subject where AF, IBIS or long lenses would be beneficial, then I grab the Sony. For nigh on everything else, I grab the 50r.
Well I have to say you can't go wrong wit your decision. However, I will add that I have used the 100s to photograph indoor basketball, and outdoor baseball games with the 100-200 5.6. I tried the same with the 50r but it's not really meant of that and the slow rate of 3FPS just doesn't work. The 100s has about 5FPS, and with the cropping ability it's fantastic. I either use it, or most times I grab my XH1, battery grip, and the 50-140 2.8 for indoor, or the 55-200 for outdoor shots. Thank you for writing in!
Interesting idea... Never thought of that. However, I'm on the road now through the end of July shooting. My photography is cut and dry. No BS, just sellable images at the rate of about 15000 per year or so. Here is a site I use for some personal work. 1-jorge-moro.pixels.com/ And thank you for that!
Good One my friend. Believe it or not my FIRST digital camera in 2002 was a Fuji 4900z "Bridge" camera. I did use Nikon for a while - 2009-2012 until in 2012 I bought an X-E1 and the rest is history.
Hi Abe, Thanks for the comment. Here is a link to the eBay grip: www.ebay.com/itm/184065274774?hash=item2adb253396:g:ZwEAAOSwUQBdnb3G&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAoL6KPlPaNfCZTJEQj%2FOZr2DrpFBapskeGzw6DKywiRXcu6Lat3KuqDHAeUmuvkWa58%2BYf0bD%2F33TP%2BZcUsn%2FhsqiQ0Fovx%2Bcf5zoLedVtWtcGLPLfJX9aW%2B5JFzBORgxltxIi6vTkigv0FM0jg9dXEwDT%2BBemWxl29sXeCm9aBY8VwLF6Z3fGQktrnWyQ9kuWMSqhG%2FL%2BaU%2BFTpeFbdknCI%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4amv-bGYQ However, you should able to to find these in other places as well. I've had mine since 2019 and it still looks awesome. Very solid grip
The straps do look great. And believe it or not I have the shoulder pad attachment and they are not uncomfortable at all as long as the shoulder pad is on the shoulder.
Actually I have a good friend who shoots nothing but Leica (he owns about nine bodies including the latest Monochrome), I can't even count lenses, and several 160mp and up Hassy's. He bought a X2D as a gift for one of his sons, and after comparing the images to my 50r and 100s he returned it. He wound up buy a Leica SL2 believe ti or not. The dude has $$ to spare and he's a super wonderful friend.
I pray we get a stacked GFX 50MP sensor for next gen GFX bodies.
Thank you for your video! I am tormented. I own a GFX50s, loaded with vertical grip and swivel viewfinder adapter and used it for a couple years for work. Is like new, not one blemish on it as I baby my cameras and want them like new always. When the GFX100 came out I jumped on it immediately and never used my GFX50s again. I have been thinking for the longest time to trade my GFX50s that I never use for a GFX50R as a daily shooter/street photography machine. The reality is that the GFX100 amazing as it is, is NOT a daily carry around camera, and so isn't either the GFX50s even without the vertical grip. Yes sure I "could" take out the detachable viewfinder and make it a smaller package but I cant shoot without a viewfinder.. I cant understand people doing photography with just the back screen LCD as 99% of people now-a-days do, I just cant do it. But given the age of these cameras, is it a good idea? I know I will get the same quality as the GFX50s, which is great, but then again this is an almost 10 year old sensor and a 5 year old camera and I just dont know if this makes any sense or, if in fact makes ALL the sense. Ive played around with just about ALL of Fujifilm's X cameras but, the APS-C thing is not for me.. I know some people will throw rocks at me for saying this but, Im sorry the APS-C quality is just not there no matter how you look at it, SPECIALLY compared to MF. Even the new X-H2S and TX-5 with the new 40MP sensors, sorry, the IQ cant be compared in any way with what the GFX cameras bring to the table and my eyes just cant accept anything inferior at this point. And as far as FF goes, yes there are AMAZING cameras out there that out solve the 50MP sensor on the GFXs like the Sony a7RV I played with a few days ago.. spectacular camera and files but.. its a computer! Its not a camera.. I have ZERO inspiration to go out and take photos with it, is that simple. So.. will I be happy with GFX50R? I know its a classic already and sensor age and resolution aside (both doesn't matter actually) the camera will surely take amazing photos for decades to come plus Fujifilm WILL NOT replace it or make another GFX rangefinder again! Since Fujifilm's new CEO stepped-in a couple years ago, everything changed and this is NOT the same company we used to love for their uniqueness, regular firmware updates and photographers' niche strategy. Its all over. So I feel with each passing day that the GFX50R is a camera that makes potentially more and more sense and will something of cult soon enough. Should I jump on it? Thanks again for the video and enthusiasm.. we badly need some honest and true enthusiasm in a word that has become so f...d-up these days all across the board :)
Hello, Thank you for viewing and writing in. I'm very, very biased: I LOVE my 50R. Period. Th bulk, the feel, the look, and of course the image quality. However, if you are looking to do street I'm not sure the 50r will be fast enough. I would consider the 100s as it's smaller, lighter, faster, and has 5fps which may be helpful. With that being said I would not part with my 50r under any circumstances. Period. I also own a bunch of X lenses and the XT2, XT1, and XH1. Other than using for sports with my 50-140 I honestly don't use my X series as much as the 50r and 100s images are just amazing - as you well know. If you are going to be schlepping a MF camera around doing street shooting all day I would honestly consider the 100s instead of the 50r. Just my two cents and I hope that helps!! Again: Thank you very much. If you have any questions please reach out. And NO: I am not a SONY Fan either! Can't stand them actually.
Just to update you that I followed your advice and found a mint condition 50R that I just pulled the trigger on and purchased. I am in absolute heaven, and I can already tell this will become one of my favorite cameras of all times, I absolutely adore it❤️❤️❤️
@@yuidfbse Woooo Hooooo! Congratulations -- That is great news and you won't be disappointed. The feel of the camera in hand, and the delicious clunk of that shutter.. Mmmm. mmmmm. mmmm. And get a grip. Go to ebay. Like $35.00. You won't regret it!!
@@thelazyphotographer4761 Thanks so much, your video inspired me to go ahead with the purchase! And indeed I will buy a grip for it. Thanks again❤📷❤
@@yuidfbse Are you selling your 50s ?
I traded in a Horseman LF film camera and several lenses for the Fuji GFX50r and the 32-64 lens. Then I added the 100-200 OIS. Very happy with the change.
That's awesome! I used to shoot with a guy up on the Maine coast who used a 4 x 5 camera. He would shoot all spring, summer and fall, and then spend the Maine winters developing. Very cool cameras! Thank you for watching. Funny thing I just re-bought the 32-64 after having sold mine three-four years ago. I found I really missed the focal length, and not having to change lenses.
Couldn’t agree more about the 50R. Gives me all the detail I need, and seems a natural “big brother” to my X-pro2. Interesting that, here in the UK, they don’t often come up for sale. When they do they fetch more that the 50S, which was more expensive than the 50R when new. I think folk are hanging onto them.
Hi Mark,
Thank you for checking my channel out! And yes, the 50r is just amazing. It does feel like an X-Pro albeit a tad larger and heavier but it's a fantastic camera! Enjoy!! and regards.
The sound of that shutter on the 50ris just mind boggling. One morning it was my second day at the Maroon Bells outside Aspen. I arrived there after sunset because I was shooting at the continental divide at 12,095 feet or 39,914 meters and it was very difficult to move and breathe. Anyway, I arrived at the pond/lake and the light was gorgeous, water was calm and there were four or five other photographers there. Unbeknownst to them had been there the day before and gotten some great shots but I figured I'm going past the area against I might as well stop. So I arrive, whip out the the 50r, setup the tripod, and I snapped my first shot. Let me tell you I've never seen so many heads turn at once! It was great! The clunk of that shutter, in the utter silence of the area was overwhelming. I took three shots, and as I picked up my tripod and headed back to my van I said: "There's the money shot. I'm done" as a joke. HAHAHHAHAHA.
I'm torn between the 50R and 50S ii and you just made the best argument for the 50R that I've seen anywhere online.
Thank you so very much!! I truly enjoy my 50r even today.
I agree with you about both the X-T1 and 50R. I still own my X-T1 and it's my favorite camera ever, it's just a very special thing to me. I also have the 50S (and a 50Sii currently) and I'm deciding whether or not I'll sell my 50S and keep the new 50Sii or sell the 50Sii and keep the original.
In almost every technical metric, the mark 2 is the superior camera, but that doesn't mean that much to me as they're both extremely capable bodies. The 5
mark 1 feels better to use in (my) hand and that shutter?!?!? I could probably write it a love letter lol, what am amazing shutter sound and feeling.
I thought about the 100S, but I literally ONLY want it for the phase detect AF. I have zero need or desire for 100mp, 50mp is already such a silly high amount for me, adding double just seems so useless. I have downloaded various raw files from both the 50 and 100mp sensors and seem to prefer the rendering of the 50mp sensor anyway. The 100 is the superior unit on a purely technical level though.
We don't always have to choose that though. I'm curious to see what I end up doing and which body gets sold. Shame they don't offer the 50mp sensor with PDAF, that would be amazing.
I don't know. difficult choice for you to make. I would NEVER ever sell my 50r. The sound of that shutter is just mind boggling. One morning it was my second day at the Maroon Bells outside Aspen. I arrived there after sunset because I was shooting at the continental divide at 12,o95 feet and it was very difficult to move and breathe. Anyway, I arrived at the pond/lake and the light was gorgeous, water was calm and there were fur or five other photographers there. Unbeknown to them had been there the day before and gotten some great shots but I figured I'm going past them again might as well stop. So I arrive, whip out the the 50r, setup the tripod, and I snapped my first shot. Let me tell you I've never seen so many heads turn at once! It was great! The clunk of that shutter, in the utter quiet was overwhelming. I took three shots, and as I picked up my tripod and headed back to my van I said: "There's the money shot. I'm done" as a joke. HAHAHHAHAHA.
With regards to the XT1 I still carry mine. Even if I just run down the road to grab coffee it goes in my van with the 27mm 2.8, or the 35 1.4. It's Just an amazing camera! I've owned it since 2014 and I have no plans of getting rid of it.
@@thelazyphotographer4761 HAHAHAHA that was an amazing story, and I completely agree about the shutter. It is my favorite shutter of all time, it's a gorgeous gorgeous unit.
The X-T1 will be with me forever, I hope it never dies BUT if it did...I'd buy another immediately. It's just so special. That along with the 35mm f/1.4 and the original 56mm f/1.2, will be with me forever. The 35mm is probably my favorite lens of all time.
While the 50S II is my first investment into the GFX system, nothing compares to the aesthetics of the 50R. I hope Fuji isn't done with the rangefinder design for GFX.
Yes! The 50r is a true beauty and one I believe will become a classic as I believe this was a one off for Fuji. I doubt we will see another version of the 50r. I do love mine and I can't tell you how many times I've been stopped and either asked what the camera is, or someone stops me to tell me how cool it is. Unwanted attention that I really don't like but I guess it goes with the territory. Thank you
Me too needs ibis, phase detect from 100s it's the best range finder style camera period
How do you process in CaptureOne and catalog in LR? I would like to do that as well. Thanks for the videos.
Hi Janelle, Thank you for stopping by! I'm very grateful. I have in my plans several videos planned and one of them will be how I use C1 in my LR workflow. Of course it'll be crappy production value but hopefully it'll get the point across. Stay tuned...
@@thelazyphotographer4761 great! Thanks.
I still have this as a to-do on my list. I apologize for taking so long....
I had Olympus OM2 & OM4 in the early 80’s, then canon eos film bodies, then eos digitals, then sony A7R3, then about 3 years ago added a 50r, an subsequently an A7S3 and a Leica M10D. I still have my old cameras.
I have to concur that the 50r is something rather special.
I would have a tough job deciding between the Sony’s and the 50r though, because, while I think the 50r is more enjoyable, and has given me my best images to date, I think the Sony’s are better ‘all rounders’. It would be a really tough decision for me to make.
The AF on the 50r let’s it down as an all rounder, but I almost exclusively use the 50r on a tripod and in manual focus, so the AF does not worry me most of the time.
If I’m going to shoot a subject where AF, IBIS or long lenses would be beneficial, then I grab the Sony. For nigh on everything else, I grab the 50r.
Well I have to say you can't go wrong wit your decision. However, I will add that I have used the 100s to photograph indoor basketball, and outdoor baseball games with the 100-200 5.6. I tried the same with the 50r but it's not really meant of that and the slow rate of 3FPS just doesn't work. The 100s has about 5FPS, and with the cropping ability it's fantastic. I either use it, or most times I grab my XH1, battery grip, and the 50-140 2.8 for indoor, or the 55-200 for outdoor shots. Thank you for writing in!
@@thelazyphotographer4761 good to hear the 100s with the 100-200 is viable for capturing some action though 👍
Can you do a video with your photography ?
Interesting idea... Never thought of that. However, I'm on the road now through the end of July shooting. My photography is cut and dry. No BS, just sellable images at the rate of about 15000 per year or so. Here is a site I use for some personal work. 1-jorge-moro.pixels.com/
And thank you for that!
I thought i was watching Fujifilm commercial.
Good One my friend. Believe it or not my FIRST digital camera in 2002 was a Fuji 4900z "Bridge" camera. I did use Nikon for a while - 2009-2012 until in 2012 I bought an X-E1 and the rest is history.
What’s the grip?
Hi Abe, Thanks for the comment. Here is a link to the eBay grip: www.ebay.com/itm/184065274774?hash=item2adb253396:g:ZwEAAOSwUQBdnb3G&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAoL6KPlPaNfCZTJEQj%2FOZr2DrpFBapskeGzw6DKywiRXcu6Lat3KuqDHAeUmuvkWa58%2BYf0bD%2F33TP%2BZcUsn%2FhsqiQ0Fovx%2Bcf5zoLedVtWtcGLPLfJX9aW%2B5JFzBORgxltxIi6vTkigv0FM0jg9dXEwDT%2BBemWxl29sXeCm9aBY8VwLF6Z3fGQktrnWyQ9kuWMSqhG%2FL%2BaU%2BFTpeFbdknCI%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4amv-bGYQ
However, you should able to to find these in other places as well. I've had mine since 2019 and it still looks awesome. Very solid grip
I like the look of the straps. The narrow width is not good for weight! My opinion. no imges to really compare!
The straps do look great. And believe it or not I have the shoulder pad attachment and they are not uncomfortable at all as long as the shoulder pad is on the shoulder.
I would not change my GFX 100s for no camera in the world. the files are unmatched , only the latest Hasselblad X2D can be compared.
Actually I have a good friend who shoots nothing but Leica (he owns about nine bodies including the latest Monochrome), I can't even count lenses, and several 160mp and up Hassy's. He bought a X2D as a gift for one of his sons, and after comparing the images to my 50r and 100s he returned it. He wound up buy a Leica SL2 believe ti or not. The dude has $$ to spare and he's a super wonderful friend.
That’s a double negative.