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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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! :)
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.
by the way this statement @ 2:59 is correct, that the xcd lens is the smallest format system, as ALL xcd systems are 6 x 4.5 cm in size !! - only the original V & H systems are 6 x 6 cm ! this is also why the new body has an X in the name!!-even though it fits V system bodies, but the CAMERA end, is 6 X 4.5 cm image circle (the distance from sensor/ film plane to lens mount is so small; in the V / H systems there is a mirror mechanics to account for, so lenses are designed to focus at different distance).
I have no idea what the image circle of the XCD lenses are other than they cover the 43 x 32mm sensor. If they cover 6cm circle I would be surprised, if they do it would suggest that they are considering a full frame 6x6.45 (53x40. 120 film is 6cm wide but there is a rebate which makes 53mm full frame) back in this system, which I would doubt due the increased costs! I think the xcd wide lenses are similar to my wide Rodenstock's which retro focus, i.e a 50mm at infinity wouldn't be 50mm from the nodal point, but closer due to being mirrorless.
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.
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.
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?
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
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 !
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!!!!
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
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!
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.
Thank you for this professional, calm and unagitated review which I really enjoyed watching! I would certainly enjoy more reviews from your side. May I ask which Arca-Swiss Plate you used for the 907x (that small blue one I saw at 4:10 onwards)? I'm having a hard time finding one that avoids direct metal to metal contact between the plate and the very narrow space at the bottom of the 907X, as practically all of the available plates are not fully covered with rubber (only with small rubber pads). Thank you for your effort and have a nice Christmas!
Hi, They are Novaflex plates, which do have a rubber inserts. I also use a Smartflex l bracket but they are super expensive, but probably one of the best pieces of kit I've ever bought. Best Ian
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.
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.
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’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….
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.
What a wonderful review. What was the focal length on the Linhof ? The focal length and f/stop of 16 at the same distance and how the lens was oriented to the film plane may explain some of the depth of field differences. All in all a nice review. I don't know how much Ansel Adams would have used the sensor in reference to color, but he could tweak the convert the images to black and white and create what he would have wanted.
Hi Harry, We shot with 50mm on the Linhof and also the 503, 45mm on the 907x. We kept the tripod in the same place for the two 50's and I moved slightly closer for the 45mm. (Show more above has all the details). So the plane should be in exactly the same placeI was lucky enough to study fine art black and white printing in New York with one of AA's old assistants who used to drop his name in to conversation as if it was Billy from down the pub. I enjoyed his anecdotes about his draws full of light meters and every tech you could imagine. I'm convinced he would have loved digital medium format.
4:45 and 17:25 I was trying to understand the difference in depth of field also... 45mm (on 907x) would be slightly deeper than 50mm, and CFE 50mm (on 503cw) just appears to be softer/less sharp? The Rodenstock Digaron lens on the Linhof is AMAZING.
@@bthemedia I think it's just a characteristic and historic nature of the CFi which were obviously designed for film. The Rodenstock lenses are amazing, I have lots of Schneider/phase glass which are very good but the only thing that comes close to the Rodenstock's are the Leica SL Apo's, in my testing that is!
@5:03 On the 503CW did you prefocus 9:47 with the digital back in live view, then view/shoot using the WLF or touch screen? Would love to see that workflow some time. Ps- nice timestamp! 👌😆
Hi, I did prefocus in live view on the 503. I tend not to look through the view finder when I shoot on a tripod, I find I have better interaction with my subject when I look over the camera. I also tend to do my focusing with live view as I find it much easier to get accurate focus at 100%. The 9.07 is when I was shooting with the Linhof, which obviously doesn't have a viewfinder.
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.
Excellent review! I do think the prints reveal far more about the lenses used than about the sensor itself. Did anyone see which Rodenstock lens was chosen for the LF shots? It would have been interesting to see how the Zeiss 60mm Distagon and 100mm Planar would perform on the 500 Hasselblad. Apologies!! I found the info in the notes at the bottom. THANKS!
Thanks Joe, you are correct about the lenses and the prints, I think I make the point at the end that we have a fair idea of how good modern sensors are and certainly at 50mp they are more forgiving in rendering an image. I think that is why I was interested in the feel of the lenses as much as how good the sensor is. I did enjoy the functionality of the back, live view in particular. I think when we reach 100mp in this system we might start to see some flaws in older lenses.
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
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
Nicely done. The idea that I can take my dormant pelican of HB gear and bridge at reasonable cost to modern AF lenses is very attractive. I wonder if the XCD lenses have image circles that cover a 6x6 sensor? It might show HBs sensor plan? I'd love to keep the 38mm SWC shooting shooting superwide. Long live V System!
Many thanks for your review I just received my 907X 2 weeks ago with 45P lens and I was very interested to see your comments on attaching to Linhof which I also have now I know I need to get the adaptor. Can you recommend the adaptor to use? Many thanks in advance.
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
At last!!!! Real review as done by real photographer with experience, knowledge and vision!
Thank you so much!
Very Kind Thanks Ian
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.
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.
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.
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!!
Very well done, not too much talking, right to the point, and informative! Kudos
Thanks Ian
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.
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 .
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
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.
What a very informative and practical, meaningful review. Puts the others to shame. Well done!
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.
What a great thorough review. Can't wait to get my hands on the 907x!!
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.
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
Excellent presentation of the usability and performance of this camera system/back. Thanks!
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
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! :)
What a wonderful review, thank you for sharing your thoughts with all of us.
Very Kind thank you. Ian
could not agree more
The best review I ever seen. This is a raw model for how it should be done. Tank you!
Thank you! This is probably the most interesting 907X review out there!
Great review, hope to see you again,thank you. It's great to see 3 cameras compared , good job!
Spot on. No nonsense and from somebody who clearly knows what they are talking about!!
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
Great review and presentation ... and big smile on the closing. Love it!
Best camera review on UA-cam
Awesome video & Review. Simply fantastic.
Thank you Sir for this incredible review. I love shooting the Hasselblad. Will definitely buy the the 907X. Stay safe.
Great content and production. Keep it up and hope to see more from your team.
by the way this statement @ 2:59 is correct, that the xcd lens is the smallest format system, as ALL xcd systems are 6 x 4.5 cm in size !! - only the original V & H systems are 6 x 6 cm ! this is also why the new body has an X in the name!!-even though it fits V system bodies, but the CAMERA end, is 6 X 4.5 cm image circle (the distance from sensor/ film plane to lens mount is so small; in the V / H systems there is a mirror mechanics to account for, so lenses are designed to focus at different distance).
I have no idea what the image circle of the XCD lenses are other than they cover the 43 x 32mm sensor. If they cover 6cm circle I would be surprised, if they do it would suggest that they are considering a full frame 6x6.45 (53x40. 120 film is 6cm wide but there is a rebate which makes 53mm full frame) back in this system, which I would doubt due the increased costs!
I think the xcd wide lenses are similar to my wide Rodenstock's which retro focus, i.e a 50mm at infinity wouldn't be 50mm from the nodal point, but closer due to being mirrorless.
Hi Ian! Great review. I really enjoyed your style. Thank you.
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.
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
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.
Thank you for putting together such a thoughtful review of the 907.
Great review and very well thought through assessment of each of the three options. Thanks.
Very kind thanks, glad you enjoyed it. Best Ian
Great comparisons. Incredibly versatile digital back.
Well done Ian and team, please do more videos, the Linhof images stand out as the best!
What a fantastic review! Thanks so much - brilliantly done
I enjoyed watching this video. Fair way to do a comparison. Thank you for sharing this work.
Wow, that Rodenstock lens is amazing, it resolves a lot of detail.
Thank your for your Video and initial thoughts. Just ordered mine.
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?
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
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
What a joy! Would love to see more of you - an subscribed immediately!
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 !
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!!!!
Brilliant choice to demonstrate the differences with real world prints! Wonderful review.
Very kind thanks Justin.
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
Wonderfully done. You did a great job with this review and your presentation was very nice.
Astonish job! Great review. Keep on. 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
When I stated that I had a Linhof as yours what I should of said was I have the Linhof Master 2000 if that affects the adapter choice. Thanks
I'd give Linhof and studio a call, they will best advice, 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.
Thank you for this professional, calm and unagitated review which I really enjoyed watching! I would certainly enjoy more reviews from your side.
May I ask which Arca-Swiss Plate you used for the 907x (that small blue one I saw at 4:10 onwards)? I'm having a hard time finding one that avoids direct metal to metal contact between the plate and the very narrow space at the bottom of the 907X, as practically all of the available plates are not fully covered with rubber (only with small rubber pads).
Thank you for your effort and have a nice Christmas!
Hi, They are Novaflex plates, which do have a rubber inserts. I also use a Smartflex l bracket but they are super expensive, but probably one of the best pieces of kit I've ever bought. Best Ian
@@ianatkinson6367 Thanks for the info! Stay safe and healthy!
Beautiful! Production quality is gorgeous! Nice to get a peek into a professional's process. I hope you do more reviews!
Thanks Harold.
Thank you for your sharing your nice experiences
great review. thank you. I am a 503CW user with a P30+ and was interested in upgrading to this system.
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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.
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
Excellent review, especially comparing the prints. Thank you very much!
First review? It was very interesting. Thank you for this test, it gives me more info.
Wonderful presentation style and review. Thanks for this!
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!
Good review of 3 different lenses !
Very well done and thoughtful review from a knowledgeable professional.
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….
Helpful video, thank you. 🙏 And great job for your first UA-cam video. Congratulations to you and your team. 👏
Very kind thanks Ian
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.
Hello..
This was a great review and really gave me the clarity I was looking for.
Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Very good !
What a lovely Video you Made!
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
Really enjoyed this series. Thanks Linhof Studios.
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.
Absolutely wonderful review!
What a wonderful review. What was the focal length on the Linhof ? The focal length and f/stop of 16 at the same distance and how the lens was oriented to the film plane may explain some of the depth of field differences. All in all a nice review. I don't know how much Ansel Adams would have used the sensor in reference to color, but he could tweak the convert the images to black and white and create what he would have wanted.
Hi Harry, We shot with 50mm on the Linhof and also the 503, 45mm on the 907x. We kept the tripod in the same place for the two 50's and I moved slightly closer for the 45mm. (Show more above has all the details). So the plane should be in exactly the same placeI was lucky enough to study fine art black and white printing in New York with one of AA's old assistants who used to drop his name in to conversation as if it was Billy from down the pub. I enjoyed his anecdotes about his draws full of light meters and every tech you could imagine. I'm convinced he would have loved digital medium format.
4:45 and 17:25 I was trying to understand the difference in depth of field also... 45mm (on 907x) would be slightly deeper than 50mm, and CFE 50mm (on 503cw) just appears to be softer/less sharp? The Rodenstock Digaron lens on the Linhof is AMAZING.
@@bthemedia I think it's just a characteristic and historic nature of the CFi which were obviously designed for film. The Rodenstock lenses are amazing, I have lots of Schneider/phase glass which are very good but the only thing that comes close to the Rodenstock's are the Leica SL Apo's, in my testing that is!
@5:03 On the 503CW did you prefocus 9:47 with the digital back in live view, then view/shoot using the WLF or touch screen? Would love to see that workflow some time. Ps- nice timestamp! 👌😆
Looks like 9:02 and 9:07 timestamp also work for the 907x mention
Hi, I did prefocus in live view on the 503. I tend not to look through the view finder when I shoot on a tripod, I find I have better interaction with my subject when I look over the camera. I also tend to do my focusing with live view as I find it much easier to get accurate focus at 100%.
The 9.07 is when I was shooting with the Linhof, which obviously doesn't have a viewfinder.
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.
Good review Ian, it made me go buy the 907X
That's great hope you enjoy it. Best Ian
Excellent review! I do think the prints reveal far more about the lenses used than about the sensor itself. Did anyone see which Rodenstock lens was chosen for the LF shots? It would have been interesting to see how the Zeiss 60mm Distagon and 100mm Planar would perform on the 500 Hasselblad. Apologies!! I found the info in the notes at the bottom. THANKS!
Thanks Joe, you are correct about the lenses and the prints, I think I make the point at the end that we have a fair idea of how good modern sensors are and certainly at 50mp they are more forgiving in rendering an image. I think that is why I was interested in the feel of the lenses as much as how good the sensor is. I did enjoy the functionality of the back, live view in particular. I think when we reach 100mp in this system we might start to see some flaws in older lenses.
I think you used the 45 mm XCD lens, with the 45p, the size is even smaller.
..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 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.
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!
Hello Ian, thank you for the straightforward, well-balanced, enjoyable, and informative test to view. Best wishes :-)
Much obliged dear sir, indeed well done
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
this has convinced me to purchase, thank you
Very nice review. Thank you!!
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
Nicely done. The idea that I can take my dormant pelican of HB gear and bridge at reasonable cost to modern AF lenses is very attractive. I wonder if the XCD lenses have image circles that cover a 6x6 sensor? It might show HBs sensor plan? I'd love to keep the 38mm SWC shooting shooting superwide. Long live V System!
Great and realistic review Well done
Great, very well done!
Many thanks for your review I just received my 907X 2 weeks ago with 45P lens and I was very interested to see your comments on attaching to Linhof which I also have now I know I need to get the adaptor. Can you recommend the adaptor to use? Many thanks in advance.
Thank you for this great video! min 05:23 - what a beautiful line-up