No doubt there is a segment of filmmakers and creators, not to mention photographers, who will be eager to put this amazing camera through its paces. Your excellent upload Maarten will surely wet their appetite.
So glad to see a new video from you. Your absence has been felt by so many and I believe that you have the best, most informative videos. Hope we get to see many more. You should have a million followers here. As a GFX100ll owner, this one was very helpful.
good to see you back Maarten 🙂 I had a GFX100 with the removable EVF. Its primary purpose is to allow for an optional articulated EVF handy for waist level or awkward angle shooting. Sadly such an accessory doesn't come with the camera but is an expensive (£300 second-hand here in the UK) option.
The VF title adapter is a great accessory but, as you rightly pointed out, it is very expensive. For me, it is one of the key features of this camera because it allows me to use the VF for a variety of awkward shooting angles Also, the high-res VF should allow a lot more precision for manual focus applications. Another benefit of the removable VF is to lighten the camera’s weight by shooting with it removed. It’s not my style of shooting but I can see it being a useful option for videographers.
I own the GFX 100 ii and have found the removable viewfinder to have a two-fold purpose for this particular camera. Firstly, to attach and use the tilting EVF adapter, which I have and absolutely love to use. Secondly, to remove it completely for video rigging, as when a cage and video monitor/recorder are attached, the EVF is unnecessary, and removing it is convenient in terms of form factor and slight weight removal.
Good comment, thanks for adding those thoughts. I can see how you'd want to remove it for video - although I mounted my Atomos Ninja on the EVF. So, why did they not incorporate the tilt/swivel into the evf in the first place?
I have noticed over the years a lot of young photographers no longer use the viewfinder to compose their images or to adjust focus. They turn the camera on and look at the back screen like a cell phone and compose that way. Since most modern mirrorless cameras have incredible auto focus features, they really do not need to look through the viewfinder to compose or pinpoint their focus. They just depend on face detect or eye detection auto focus. I have noticed this a lot while photographing concerts over the past few years. I, and maybe this is due to my age, cannot make myself do that and always use the viewfinder. :) But whatever works for that photographer is all that matters.
Yes, always nice to have options. Many young photographers have no experience with viewfinders (as most phones and point and shoot cameras don't have them. The benefits, in my mind, are that the camera is more stable and that you can really concentrate on your composition. Thanks for adding your thoughts to this.
Great video, thank you. It would be nice to find out how effective are the tethering plugins released by Fuji. In my experience with the GFX 100 and 100S I’ve always found tether shoots with these cameras to be troublesome (at best).
While getting started is often troublesome, once connected, I have not had issues using X-Acquire. On the other hand, just a few attempts - but will include in the video.
The evf is bright and clear. The diopter's range is wide enough to meet my prescription (nearly all the way in one direction) I can see the entire image without peering around. Don't have the 100S to compare.
Good request, unfortunately, I no longer have access to a xyla chart. Incidentally, selecting F-Log over-rides all of the cameras dynamic range adjustments (tone curve, DR and DR-P).
Thank you for this excellent overview of the camera. Looks like a nice evolution of the GFX100. Personally I am still too happy with the GFX100s, and will not switch as I don't really need the speed and autofocus upgrades this new version offers. The dynamic range and detail out of this 102 megapixel sensor makes the camera a joy to use, as the images are absolute gems. And I really like the 65:24 aspect ratio for landscapes, should be added to the other models too. It's a bit of a shame you were provided with the GF 80mm f1.7 for testing, as this is one of the least well focusing lenses with stepper motors. Fuji would have served you better with the 110mm f2, which has much faster linear motors, like the 23mm f4 also has. I therefore think you will find find significant performance differences between the 23mm and the 80mm, whereby the limiting factor will be the 80mm's focusing speed and not the camera body. For some reason Fuji moved away from linear motors as none of the new GF lenses have them (e.g. the 20-35mm f4, 55mm f1.7 and the 2 new tit-shift lenses), while the older 23mm, 110mm and 250mm with linear motors remain among the best performers for AF. Fuji has done the same for the new XF 56mm f1.2.
I can't figure out how to turn on Digital IS. It is always greyed out. I was surprised that the option was also greyed out in your video. Would you happen to know how to activate it?
It is only available with some resolutions and frame rates. Sadly, the information about which are excluded is only displayed when using an included one (that’s the opposite of useful). Try 4k/30 16x9.
An interesting camera, but very much in the "Never going to happen!" category though, for my wallet anyway. I remember Fuji Film had great formulas for colour pop in natural settings back in the old days. Green grass and leaves would make the other colours stand out, even on overcast days. If one of their onboard presets can do that without making it look cartoonish it will be useful.
Dear sir, i dont know how to contact you, thats why asking this question.This question may look weird, but im sincerely asking.I am 46 yrs, a physician from the southern part of India.planning to buy a camera to do photography as a hobby mainly because I enjoy seeing Gods creation.I zeroed in on Sony rx 10 mark 4 as i dont have to carry lenses, but some of my friends are telling its outdated and i should get a full frame and i liked sony a7c, can i manage that with 2 lenses to take pictures of family, out door trips, nature.I know these are 2 entirely different cameras, kindly opine sir.Thanks for your excellence in photography.
As your first entry into photography, I'd recommend that you spend a few months taking images with our phone. This will help you to understand what kinds of photographs you'd like to take and help you learn the skills of composition and timing. At that point you can make an assessment about whether photography is for you or not. Starting with an expensive camera is not a good way to determine your level of passion for this hobby. The RX10M4 is a nice camera, and will provide lots of capability with the simplicity you suggest (no lenses to worry about). You will know when it's time to purchase a full frame interchangeable camera - which may not ever happen. That said, if you have deep pockets and are looking for a way to visually display your status, then don't waste your money on the A7C. I'd recommend the A7 III or IV as vastly superior devices. In Sony's e-mount lineup, the standard 24-70 GMII lens provides excellent quality and good range. As your photograpy evolves, you'll want to add its partner 70-200 lens. At that point you'll be set for 40 or more years of photographic enjoyment - although admittedly you may want to upgrade the body every 6-10 years. Hope this helps.
@@MaartenHeilbron sir really appreciate the way you have elaborated in a language I can understand, a master stooping to a novice like me is much appreciated, thank you so much for the light that you gave.
How very kind, a genuine pleasure to read your comments, thanks!! I kept thinking about your question and my answer yesetrday and have started to write a script on this topic - I appreciate the inspiration.
Im probably a minority but I greatly pefer full size integrated vertical grip pro bodies. I was very disappointed to see the GFX 100 II lost the grip and went with a Frankenstein design. It's not really small like a 100S, but also not a full size pro body with a grip. The latter could have had a bigger or dual battery, and probably room for 2 CF express type B slots. Likely a package not that much bigger than what we got. Something that could have a grip while still being slightly smaller and lighter than the GFX 100. Like maybe Z9ish sized. Sure you can add a grip but that makes the camera even bigger than a GFX 100 and does nothing for the slow SD slot. Again I'm probably in the minority but I also really dislike the removal of the dedicated AC power port so in the studio you can tether and keep the camera plugged in at the ame time. That way you don't have to chose between tethering or not having to worry about batteries or bumping the camera out of alignment slightly while changing them. Imo because of the AC power port and same IQ as the GFX 100 II, the original GFX 100 is still the best studio camera in existence for stills other than a Phase One IQ4 system.
I pretty much exclusively want to see the images these cameras produce in these reviews. I want to see how this camera stacks up against every other camera in terms of how it enables the creation of better pictures.. What actually makes it worth 10k? Where does that value come from? The differences in cameras are so negligible that i suppose i just don't care. I just cant tell from these reviews what actually makes these cameras unique and different. I wanna see cool cameras that make unique images not stats readoffs. Review like a fujifilm g617 or something wild like that.
That's the kind of stuff all the other reviewers do. I like to add value by going over the features and capabilities in detail. Unique images? That's the job of the photographer, not the camera. If a camera made unique images I'd be very suspicious.
So good to have another review from you, always in depth and no nonsense.
A pleasure to read your kind words.
No doubt there is a segment of filmmakers and creators, not to mention photographers, who will be eager to put this amazing camera through its paces. Your excellent upload Maarten will surely wet their appetite.
That's very kind, thanks for taking the time to comment.
So glad to see a new video from you. Your absence has been felt by so many and I believe that you have the best, most informative videos. Hope we get to see many more. You should have a million followers here. As a GFX100ll owner, this one was very helpful.
Thank you so much! Always nice to hear from viewers who appreciate my work.
good to see you back Maarten 🙂
I had a GFX100 with the removable EVF. Its primary purpose is to allow for an optional articulated EVF handy for waist level or awkward angle shooting. Sadly such an accessory doesn't come with the camera but is an expensive (£300 second-hand here in the UK) option.
I see. Thanks for commenting and for your kind words.
The VF title adapter is a great accessory but, as you rightly pointed out, it is very expensive. For me, it is one of the key features of this camera because it allows me to use the VF for a variety of awkward shooting angles Also, the high-res VF should allow a lot more precision for manual focus applications. Another benefit of the removable VF is to lighten the camera’s weight by shooting with it removed. It’s not my style of shooting but I can see it being a useful option for videographers.
Yes, good points, thanks for adding your comments.
I own the GFX 100 ii and have found the removable viewfinder to have a two-fold purpose for this particular camera. Firstly, to attach and use the tilting EVF adapter, which I have and absolutely love to use. Secondly, to remove it completely for video rigging, as when a cage and video monitor/recorder are attached, the EVF is unnecessary, and removing it is convenient in terms of form factor and slight weight removal.
Good comment, thanks for adding those thoughts. I can see how you'd want to remove it for video - although I mounted my Atomos Ninja on the EVF. So, why did they not incorporate the tilt/swivel into the evf in the first place?
@@MaartenHeilbron oh that's easy, money lol 😂
Very happy to see you again. And that is before watching the video. Will do.
Thanks very much. I have the nicest viewers!!
There is an adapter for the EVF: evf-tl1 With the adapter, you are able to change the angle of the EVF.
I mentioned that towards the end.
I have noticed over the years a lot of young photographers no longer use the viewfinder to compose their images or to adjust focus. They turn the camera on and look at the back screen like a cell phone and compose that way. Since most modern mirrorless cameras have incredible auto focus features, they really do not need to look through the viewfinder to compose or pinpoint their focus. They just depend on face detect or eye detection auto focus. I have noticed this a lot while photographing concerts over the past few years. I, and maybe this is due to my age, cannot make myself do that and always use the viewfinder. :) But whatever works for that photographer is all that matters.
Yes, always nice to have options. Many young photographers have no experience with viewfinders (as most phones and point and shoot cameras don't have them. The benefits, in my mind, are that the camera is more stable and that you can really concentrate on your composition. Thanks for adding your thoughts to this.
This isnt young photographers. Its mostly beginners. Source: I sell cameras in a camera store😅
It's nice to see again from you, sir!
And thanks for watching, appreciated!
Great video, thank you. It would be nice to find out how effective are the tethering plugins released by Fuji. In my experience with the GFX 100 and 100S I’ve always found tether shoots with these cameras to be troublesome (at best).
While getting started is often troublesome, once connected, I have not had issues using X-Acquire. On the other hand, just a few attempts - but will include in the video.
Buenísimo y completo review. El mejor sobre esta Fujifilm qué he visto.
Gracias, aprecio tus amables palabras.
Great to hear your insights.....thank you.
Thanks for your kind words, appreciated!
Thank you for the video, could you please comment on your thoughts regarding the Evf viewfinder, if possible in comparison to the evf on the 100s
The evf is bright and clear. The diopter's range is wide enough to meet my prescription (nearly all the way in one direction) I can see the entire image without peering around. Don't have the 100S to compare.
This is great! I'd love to see the video dynamic range on a xyla chart if you can. Especially with the d range priority mode in f log 2.
Good request, unfortunately, I no longer have access to a xyla chart. Incidentally, selecting F-Log over-rides all of the cameras dynamic range adjustments (tone curve, DR and DR-P).
Thank you for this excellent overview of the camera. Looks like a nice evolution of the GFX100. Personally I am still too happy with the GFX100s, and will not switch as I don't really need the speed and autofocus upgrades this new version offers. The dynamic range and detail out of this 102 megapixel sensor makes the camera a joy to use, as the images are absolute gems. And I really like the 65:24 aspect ratio for landscapes, should be added to the other models too.
It's a bit of a shame you were provided with the GF 80mm f1.7 for testing, as this is one of the least well focusing lenses with stepper motors. Fuji would have served you better with the 110mm f2, which has much faster linear motors, like the 23mm f4 also has. I therefore think you will find find significant performance differences between the 23mm and the 80mm, whereby the limiting factor will be the 80mm's focusing speed and not the camera body. For some reason Fuji moved away from linear motors as none of the new GF lenses have them (e.g. the 20-35mm f4, 55mm f1.7 and the 2 new tit-shift lenses), while the older 23mm, 110mm and 250mm with linear motors remain among the best performers for AF. Fuji has done the same for the new XF 56mm f1.2.
You’re right, the 80mm is sometimes painfully slow.
I can't figure out how to turn on Digital IS. It is always greyed out. I was surprised that the option was also greyed out in your video. Would you happen to know how to activate it?
It is only available with some resolutions and frame rates. Sadly, the information about which are excluded is only displayed when using an included one (that’s the opposite of useful). Try 4k/30 16x9.
@@MaartenHeilbron Ohhhh! Thank you so much!!
An interesting camera, but very much in the "Never going to happen!" category though, for my wallet anyway. I remember Fuji Film had great formulas for colour pop in natural settings back in the old days. Green grass and leaves would make the other colours stand out, even on overcast days. If one of their onboard presets can do that without making it look cartoonish it will be useful.
Yes, the film simulations do exactly that. They are available on most Fujifilm models.
It's such as beauty, you can charge Fuji 10K for the review 😉 Laowa has brought out a 19mm F/2.8 Zero-D lens for GFX, super for astro.
Thanks for the info! How could I be honest if I was paid to post videos?
Dear sir, i dont know how to contact you, thats why asking this question.This question may look weird, but im sincerely asking.I am 46 yrs, a physician from the southern part of India.planning to buy a camera to do photography as a hobby mainly because I enjoy seeing Gods creation.I zeroed in on Sony rx 10 mark 4 as i dont have to carry lenses, but some of my friends are telling its outdated and i should get a full frame and i liked sony a7c, can i manage that with 2 lenses to take pictures of family, out door trips, nature.I know these are 2 entirely different cameras, kindly opine sir.Thanks for your excellence in photography.
As your first entry into photography, I'd recommend that you spend a few months taking images with our phone. This will help you to understand what kinds of photographs you'd like to take and help you learn the skills of composition and timing. At that point you can make an assessment about whether photography is for you or not. Starting with an expensive camera is not a good way to determine your level of passion for this hobby.
The RX10M4 is a nice camera, and will provide lots of capability with the simplicity you suggest (no lenses to worry about). You will know when it's time to purchase a full frame interchangeable camera - which may not ever happen.
That said, if you have deep pockets and are looking for a way to visually display your status, then don't waste your money on the A7C. I'd recommend the A7 III or IV as vastly superior devices. In Sony's e-mount lineup, the standard 24-70 GMII lens provides excellent quality and good range. As your photograpy evolves, you'll want to add its partner 70-200 lens. At that point you'll be set for 40 or more years of photographic enjoyment - although admittedly you may want to upgrade the body every 6-10 years.
Hope this helps.
@@MaartenHeilbron sir really appreciate the way you have elaborated in a language I can understand, a master stooping to a novice like me is much appreciated, thank you so much for the light that you gave.
How very kind, a genuine pleasure to read your comments, thanks!! I kept thinking about your question and my answer yesetrday and have started to write a script on this topic - I appreciate the inspiration.
@@MaartenHeilbron How to contact you sir to ask my doubts?
Im probably a minority but I greatly pefer full size integrated vertical grip pro bodies. I was very disappointed to see the GFX 100 II lost the grip and went with a Frankenstein design. It's not really small like a 100S, but also not a full size pro body with a grip. The latter could have had a bigger or dual battery, and probably room for 2 CF express type B slots. Likely a package not that much bigger than what we got. Something that could have a grip while still being slightly smaller and lighter than the GFX 100. Like maybe Z9ish sized. Sure you can add a grip but that makes the camera even bigger than a GFX 100 and does nothing for the slow SD slot. Again I'm probably in the minority but I also really dislike the removal of the dedicated AC power port so in the studio you can tether and keep the camera plugged in at the ame time. That way you don't have to chose between tethering or not having to worry about batteries or bumping the camera out of alignment slightly while changing them. Imo because of the AC power port and same IQ as the GFX 100 II, the original GFX 100 is still the best studio camera in existence for stills other than a Phase One IQ4 system.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the design. I'll also suggest that you may not be in the minority.
Love my 100S... but yeah it was $2500 used. $10,000 is another story ...
Maybe someone will put theirs up for sale in a year or two?
You sound exactly like Rick Steves of travel guy fame.
I will take that as a compliment, thank you.
Kinda reminds me of a Hasselblad .. for some reason ..
Not surprising, I suspect they used it as inspiration.
I pretty much exclusively want to see the images these cameras produce in these reviews. I want to see how this camera stacks up against every other camera in terms of how it enables the creation of better pictures..
What actually makes it worth 10k? Where does that value come from?
The differences in cameras are so negligible that i suppose i just don't care. I just cant tell from these reviews what actually makes these cameras unique and different.
I wanna see cool cameras that make unique images not stats readoffs. Review like a fujifilm g617 or something wild like that.
That's the kind of stuff all the other reviewers do. I like to add value by going over the features and capabilities in detail. Unique images? That's the job of the photographer, not the camera. If a camera made unique images I'd be very suspicious.