Dear Simon, love the intro and good words. Just ignore the bitter comments they will say what they feel, you go by what you feel. Amazing images love it. Nature is truly majestic in its design. Nothing wrong with choosing a new fresh photographic system, after all your photographic eye will still see what it keeps on seeing. The equipment just captures what you see and the technology makes it easier and or enhances the experience. We all get older and like to once in a while treat ourselves. Go for it squire!
I say use whatever tool works for you in helping you in your photographic endeavors-change can be good-if you’re getting the results you want and enjoy doing photography then it’s all good-I enjoy your content and your photos inspire me.💙.
And a very happy Christmas to you and best wishes for the new year! Lovely images as usual Simon and nice to see you in my very local patch. Hope you manage to source a good second hand Hasselblad body and looking forward to more quality videos next year.
I very much doubt they are watching, but it would be nice. That being said, the hoops I would expect to have to jump through will probably be too much for me if that were the case. Happy Christmas to you too, all the best for 2025.
Simon, as always, stunning work. Wish you well with the transition and looking forward to next year’s body of work. Merry Christmas and have a blessed new year. As always, keep snapping mate!
Great, unique images as always, Simon. It really is a pity you weren’t included in the recent Hasselblad giveaway bonanza. If only their marketing strategy was about handing out to photographers who would provide maximum use rather than number of subscriptions, they’d know you’d be an amazing ambassador. Have a lovely Christmas.
What a great set of images from 2024, Simon. Loved the hogweed shots too (one of my favourite subjects when I get out and about in nature). And your new membership scheme is well worth a fiver a month. Looking forward to more inspirational nature photography from you next year. Happy Christmas from your one-and-only jazz-photography fan.
Exactly Neil. I don’t need to be paying out money for a camera that shoots video and I don’t shoot video with my camera. I just want a camera to be a camera and as you say, the Hasselblad is just a beautiful simple tool to work with.
It’s so nice to see a positive comment on this video. The few negative ones have the potential to really get you down so thank you. Happy Christmas to you too.
Hi Simon, you are an inspiration to go out and shoot. You photos are awsome as always. I just downloaded your ebook and can't wait to start reading it. Merry Christmas to you and your family
I agree about the 2-way / 3-way tilting screen. Its something I enjoy a lot about the Nikon Z8. The fixed screen on my 6D can be really awkward, but I hate the fully articulated flippy screens on modern canons.
Firstly Happy Christmas to you and your family. Great images they always give me inspiration to go out and look for something different so thank you. You never know Santa might bring you that Hasselblad camera 🫰🏻Looking forward to what you have in store for 2025. All the best for the New Year.
@@annettethomas5781 I doubt it Annette. Even Santa’s pockets aren’t that deep and the elves in Sweden don’t seem to have a contract with Santa for some reason. Happy Christmas to you too.
Hi Simon, I agree, the decision to change camera setups is a difficult one indeed. I last made a change in 2016 when I bought a Canon 5DsR. It's "OLD TECH" now but I love the camera. I manage to compensate for not having a live screen that moves by using an external screen mounted on the top of the camera. That works well for a 70yo Landscape photographer. IT will be interesting to see which system you end up changing to? PS: you got a mention in Ewan Dunsmuir latest RUclips episode I also love Ewan's style and his insights to landscape photography. Have a blessed Christmas & I look forward to more from your channel in 2025.
To me Hassleblad just screams quality Simon, I think we can expect a lot more high class images from you with this type of gear - looking forward to more content. 👌
Thank you, Glenn. It was never going to be a popular admission but having been a photographer for so many years and not needing video in a camera. It just seemed like the natural way to go and I’ve admired that brand for a very long time.
Thank you for another great video, Simon. I am enjoying your ebook! I really got a chuckle at your excitement with the new features in the Hasselblad. Isn't technology great! I hope you are able to find a used Hasselblad that fits your budget. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Health New Yer!.
Buy what you want but imo the gfx100ii is a more logical choice Larger body which you appreciate Flip up / out screen More lenses Tilting evf Cheaper overall Have fun with whatever camera you choose Beautiful images as usual
Isn't it incredible that such a great camera does not offer a flippable screen? Canon had this in cheaper cameras but not top of the line like 1dx and the 5d series. Now they all have it. Yes, the screen in a H is nice and large but you have to be a yoga master to use it in many situation. Merry Christmas and thank you for the inspiration. You have taught me quite a bit.
Thanks, Jack. I’ve had many Canon cameras over the years and they do an amazing job in terms of wildlife, landscape and video. These days I just need a simple camera that text really great images and feels beautiful in the hand and the Hasselblad does this for me. That being said an articulating screen is something I have to have.
Nice to see you start the change of system for the right reasons, you have used your Pentax system to destruction which is a good example of how it should be. Looking forward to new images from the new system.
Thank you so much for your kind comment. It’s not something that I expect is going to happen overnight, I just wanted to put it out there what I was thinking of for the New Year.
They say a change is as good as a holiday. Ignore the negative nancies, you're more than entitled to choose whatever you want. Merry Christmas, and I look forward to what you share in 2025.
Hi Simon, is your ebook in PDF format? I know the Hasselblads were given to those with very high subscriber counts, but Hasselblad should realise that demonstrating what that camera can really achieve is just as important. It would shine in your hands!
Thank you, Andy, I had thought the same myself in terms of my close up work. The Hasselblad marketing team are really pushing the potential of the camera to go in close on detail and yet the images they are using are not really fit for purpose. I can’t really see how cropping into a window quarter of a mile away makes the point they’re trying to make. Who would want to do that in real life. Yes my e-book is available in PDF and there’s a long-term follower of the channel. If you email me I’ll send you a discount code for 25% off. Happy Christmas to you.
Reading some bitter comments here. Personally I love your work and you have taught us a lot. You create beautiful images and that’s all that matters to me. People should understand that these creators are putting a lot of effort in these videos and taking us on their journey. I would totally understand whatever decisions they take regarding their choice of cameras etc. they are free to do it. That is their life and small things can sometimes matter especially when you grow old. Personally for me too photography is my life now so I do indulge myself and buy new gear sometimes. But i would still advise that actually it makes little difference. Both things can be true. It is a genuine advice for a newcomer but people are allowed to have good things especially when they have dedicated their lives to it.
@@imagesbirds5066 I’ve had a play with that recently. I’m beginning to think the perfect camera doesn’t actually exist. I noticed when you flip that screen out that part of it is obscured by the Viewfinder cup. Crazy really. I’m also not keen on having to deal with all those pixels in terms of storage. I would like to think that there is a new updated 50 C in the pipeline. We will just have to see what happens in the New Year. Thank you for your comment and happy Christmas.
You would take great images of whatever camera you had.to hand. Have you ever used a SMALLER format like Micro 4/3? You will eventually because you won't be able to lug all that heavy medium format stuff around forever. It isn't ever about the camera, But it is always about the artist behind it. Great video; thanks for sharing.
No David for the reasons discussed in the video. I really want a large LCD among other things. Perhaps in time but I would rather reduce the number of lenses I carry. I also won’t be doing RUclips forever so there’s a load of weight there that I won’t be carrying. Extra tripod, extra cameras, lenses and batteries.
To get round the problem of not having a flip up screen (mine is a canon 5D MK4) I've got a waist level viewer/ finder that slides onto the viewfinder. It helps a lot, particularly with macro at ground level. Maybe there's something similar for hasselblad? Thank you again for your wonderful images simon
Hi Evan and thank you for your message. As it happens, I still have one of these worst level finders from my old canon system. In fact I had two and I’ve just sold one. It would be really good if Hasselblad had one of these, but I’m pretty sure they don’t do anything like that.
I only use APS-C (Pentax) myself and don't want to compare myself to you in terms of technology and ability. Despite all the arguments, I don't know whether I would go your way. A modern full-format camera offers almost unlimited possibilities for moderate money. Full-format and APS-C sensors are so highly developed today that they are far superior to an older medium-format camera. I think you would be better off with a modern Canon, Nikon or Sony in full format. Or even with Fuji medium format.
Out of interest, who would you recommend buy a Hasselblad and why? I spent the best part of 30 years shooting with Canon when I was shooting wildlife and close-ups along with climbing the hills. I don’t climb anymore or photograph wildlife so why would I buy a system that does all that and shoots video when all I need is a simple well engineered camera. I don’t understand?
Beautiful hassleblad from your friend But did you know that the Pentax K3 Mark 3 has a fully functional touch screen exactly the same as that hasselblad if you didn't now you know but there's one major major major differences it's not a medium format
@@cgriggsiv and the screen is small by comparison. I had a gentleman bring one of these to a workshop recently and yes it’s very nice, but it’s not MF.
@@SimonBoothPhotography Very true on that part it is not full frame nor is it even close to a medium format The only thing that's got going for it is a touch screen in my opinion anyways and there's not even a flippy screen
You can hold two or more truths in your hand at the same time. This isn't preaching, it IS FACT! The eye of the photographer takes precedence over the equipment. I made images 40+ years ago that earned me a direct trade with one of the 20th century's great photographers, Aaron Siskind, family friend and mentor of sorts. The camera I'd used was my first solo purchase, an early 70's Nikkormat. It was the seeing that piqued Aaron's interest in my image, not the equipment. However, this being said, as photographers we are ALWAYS looking for the sharpest glass, the best camera to utilize the glass, and which can give us the best results. So, blah blah blah blah blah Roger, when you can say that you have spent a quarter century or more in my case, developing your own negatives, and printing them and have done so with equipment that challenged you and made your task more difficult, then I'll listen to your aimless rant! Why did Ansel seek out the finest lenses and best camera? Why did my father and his and my mentor Minor White spend so much time mastering the craft and using the best equipment available? Why do camera manufacturers and lens makers try to make the best equipment possible? Because the BEST SEEING requires the BEST equipment with which we produce the best possible images! THAT IS WHY ROGER ZOUL!!!!
Fujifilm GF-X... 🤩 Hasselblad Bank Account Breakers... ☺ I would love to have a Hasselblad too... BUT... will the older ones have IBIS and will they have been exposed to elements for too many years like your Pentax... and lens converters are a compromise... sorry Simon I am not with you on the choice... but enjoy it if it works for you 🙂 auto focus stacking works great... I remember 40-45 years ago when people suggested an auto focus lens was not very good because they preferred manual focus 🙂 not sure I can see a qualitative difference in today's images and your Pentax ones 🙂
@@davebenson1504 Nothing’s going to change in the autofocus front Dave. Manual all the way for me. In terms of the adaptor. I believe they’re absolutely fine on the longer focal length lenses and it certainly seems to be the case with the HC 120mm macro. Compromise is not something I’m prepared to negotiate on at all when it comes to photography. I just feel the Pentax has done what it needed and had they upgraded it, I’d have stayed with them.
that's a shame as I liked the organic look the Pentax gave your images. but - I'm sure the H will look just as lovely if these first examples are anything to go by. I used to shoot Fuji GFX (a 50R and 100) but always lusted after a H after bumping into a photographer once in Porthcawl who had an X1D. I thought it just looked so lovely 🙂 who said "shallow" at the back?!?!
Certainly the tests that I’ve done so far indicate that there is no discernible difference between the quality of the Pentax lenses compared to the Hasselblad, certainly the HC lens. I have to say those old Pentax lenses do have something special about them that I’ve never quite been able to put my finger on. But it’s time to move on. I do feel that Pentax have let me and other Pentax users down.
@@SimonBoothPhotography I feel exactly the same aboout my old Nikon 105 macro Simon. It just has something intangibly special to the way it renders an image 🙂
It really is too bad Pentax had not refreshed their medium format. I suppose with Hassy and Fuji in the market their market share would be too small to make it profitable. Even if they did you may find it didn't feel like the old Pentax and prefer the Hassy anyway, Being a bit older than you I "settled" for the full frame mirrorless - medium format being wasted on me. Plus they just don't fit my use case. That said, if you could afford a 2nd camera for light work that would be something to explore.
Hi Ron. It is a real shame that Pentax didn’t continue with the 645Z. A mark two version would’ve been absolutely brilliant I’m sure. I’ve been holding off for around 12 months now thinking they might bring something out but I’ve concluded that’s just not gonna happen.. Taking aside all the negative feelings towards Hasselblad, which I don’t really understand it seems like the perfect system for me going forward considering I don’t shoot video with my camera.
Ton, Übersetzung eher schlecht als nützlich. Sind Blende 20 nicht doch zu viel? Ja das Mittelformat hat andere Gesetze als KB oder Drohnen, Video geht sogar mit sehr unscharfen Fotos.
One by one all my favorite RUclips photographers are switching to Hasselblad, while telling me it's not about the gear. Hasselblad, Hasselblad, Hasselblad... Have fun with it.
@@ralphwatson7036 Agreed. One famous UK RUclipsr in particular threw away all his values 'i would never accept free gear' by accepting an obscene freebie. The act totally undermined his integrity and personally I no longer invest time in following. Plenty more genuine photographers out there.
Heres why. Been a Pro for 35 years - it's not about the gear it's about you - any camera in the hands of my 5 year old grandchild probably won't be as competent as me - but when he's grown up it might be better than my Hasselblad made images. Therefore the camera is the least relevant part of the process - but when all things are equal - say on a wedding - would our couples rather it was shot with a 12MP NIkon D1 from 2000 or a 100MPX Hass from 2024? We use Hass for so many reasons - but would change in a heartbeat if something better came along.
I really don’t get how you could get so upset about the camera I choose to use. I’ve had several Practika’s, numerous Canon’s, a Mamyia and a Pentax system gaining over 40 years of experience. Why would it matter to anyone what I consider to be the best for my purpose. I don’t need a camera that shoots video, so why would I buy one?
@@SimonBoothPhotography Same here - just give me a camera - I once had my brother turn up to my house with a WW1 Helmet and a Rifle he had borrowed it on a Sunday and need a shot for the cover of his book - my cameras were at my studio - he said I got one in the car - I got it out and the lens had come away from the mount - I stuck it on a tripod popped it on manual focus and exposure and 'M' setting - held the lens to the camera and still got the shot!!!! Its never about the camera but as I expressed above replying to the commenter - why ,when you can, not use the best camera available!!!! Sounds like sour grapes. Same goes for Hi-Fi!!!!!!
Dear Simon, love the intro and good words. Just ignore the bitter comments they will say what they feel, you go by what you feel. Amazing images love it. Nature is truly majestic in its design. Nothing wrong with choosing a new fresh photographic system, after all your photographic eye will still see what it keeps on seeing. The equipment just captures what you see and the technology makes it easier and or enhances the experience. We all get older and like to once in a while treat ourselves. Go for it squire!
@harjeetsingh9749 thank you so much for sharing such positivity. A very happy Christmas to you.
What a year, well done Simon!! Season's greetings to you and yours, looking forward to the next step in your photographic journey!
Thank you so much, Glenn. Seasons greetings to you too.
I say use whatever tool works for you in helping you in your photographic endeavors-change can be good-if you’re getting the results you want and enjoy doing photography then it’s all good-I enjoy your content and your photos inspire me.💙.
Thank you for the positive comment. Happy Christmas to you.
Hey Hasselblad, give the man a camera.
And a very happy Christmas to you and best wishes for the new year!
Lovely images as usual Simon and nice to see you in my very local patch. Hope you manage to source a good second hand Hasselblad body and looking forward to more quality videos next year.
Thank you very much, Ged and a happy Christmas to you too.
I hope Hasselblad sees this video and takes good care of you, Simon. Love your work! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!
I very much doubt they are watching, but it would be nice. That being said, the hoops I would expect to have to jump through will probably be too much for me if that were the case. Happy Christmas to you too, all the best for 2025.
Thank you for all the inspiration throughout the year.
Thank you so much for watching. It’s been a pleasure.
Hi Simon, just love your 'artistic eye' ❤.
Amazing images this past year! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Mark for watching.
Thanks Simon, for all the great content and images throughout the year. Good luck with the switch and Happy Holidays!!
Thank you so much Larry
Great video, Simon. It's been a great year, and have learned lots of tips, with closeups. Thanks. KB
Thanks, Ken. I’m so pleased that you’ve gained a lot of information over the last 12 months.
Happy Christmas to you and yours Simon. Fabulous pictures as always. Santa will be kind if you get a Hasselblad
Happy Christmas to you also Noel. I doubt Santa’s pockets are quite that deep to be honest. I will just have to be patient.
Hi Simon thank you for all your inspiration last 12 mths, best wishes, have a good Xmas.
Simon, as always, stunning work. Wish you well with the transition and looking forward to next year’s body of work. Merry Christmas and have a blessed new year. As always, keep snapping mate!
I can really relate to your style of photography, Simon. Keep it coming, and Happy Holidays!
Thank you, Rick, for the positive feedback. Happy holiday to you too.
These close up leaves are stunning Simon thanks for sharing .
Thank you so much for watching. Happy Christmas.
Great, unique images as always, Simon.
It really is a pity you weren’t included in the recent Hasselblad giveaway bonanza. If only their marketing strategy was about handing out to photographers who would provide maximum use rather than number of subscriptions, they’d know you’d be an amazing ambassador.
Have a lovely Christmas.
What a great set of images from 2024, Simon. Loved the hogweed shots too (one of my favourite subjects when I get out and about in nature). And your new membership scheme is well worth a fiver a month. Looking forward to more inspirational nature photography from you next year. Happy Christmas from your one-and-only jazz-photography fan.
Thank you so much, Stephen for your really great comment and I’m pleased that you appreciated the music at the end. Happy Christmas to you.
I love Hassleblads for their simplicity to operate!
Exactly Neil. I don’t need to be paying out money for a camera that shoots video and I don’t shoot video with my camera. I just want a camera to be a camera and as you say, the Hasselblad is just a beautiful simple tool to work with.
Happy Christmas mate, good luck on the journey to a new system.
It’s so nice to see a positive comment on this video. The few negative ones have the potential to really get you down so thank you. Happy Christmas to you too.
At 24:45 that setup reminded me of a booster and second stage rocket shortly after stage separation
It did look a bit like that, didn’t it?😂
Hi Simon, you are an inspiration to go out and shoot. You photos are awsome as always. I just downloaded your ebook and can't wait to start reading it. Merry Christmas to you and your family
Thank you so much for purchasing that, it’s really appreciated. A very Merry Christmas to you too.
I agree about the 2-way / 3-way tilting screen. Its something I enjoy a lot about the Nikon Z8. The fixed screen on my 6D can be really awkward, but I hate the fully articulated flippy screens on modern canons.
Firstly Happy Christmas to you and your family. Great images they always give me inspiration to go out and look for something different so thank you. You never know Santa might bring you that Hasselblad camera 🫰🏻Looking forward to what you have in store for 2025. All the best for the New Year.
@@annettethomas5781 I doubt it Annette. Even Santa’s pockets aren’t that deep and the elves in Sweden don’t seem to have a contract with Santa for some reason. Happy Christmas to you too.
Hi Simon, I agree, the decision to change camera setups is a difficult one indeed. I last made a change in 2016 when I bought a Canon 5DsR. It's "OLD TECH" now but I love the camera. I manage to compensate for not having a live screen that moves by using an external screen mounted on the top of the camera. That works well for a 70yo Landscape photographer. IT will be interesting to see which system you end up changing to? PS: you got a mention in Ewan Dunsmuir latest RUclips episode I also love Ewan's style and his insights to landscape photography. Have a blessed Christmas & I look forward to more from your channel in 2025.
You've had such an influence on my woodland photography Simon, thanks, and I'll be a bit base here, that new set up is sharp a/f.
😂 thank you so much.
To me Hassleblad just screams quality Simon, I think we can expect a lot more high class images from you with this type of gear - looking forward to more content. 👌
Thank you, Glenn. It was never going to be a popular admission but having been a photographer for so many years and not needing video in a camera. It just seemed like the natural way to go and I’ve admired that brand for a very long time.
Thank you for another great video, Simon. I am enjoying your ebook! I really got a chuckle at your excitement with the new features in the Hasselblad. Isn't technology great! I hope you are able to find a used Hasselblad that fits your budget. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Health New Yer!.
I’m very easily pleased it seems Jim. Thank you so much for buying the book. Happy Christmas to you.
Thx. for another relaxing half hour Simon :). Merry Christmas to you and your family and all the best in 2025. 🍻
And a very Merry Christmas to you too, Hamish.
Buy what you want but imo the gfx100ii is a more logical choice
Larger body which you appreciate
Flip up / out screen
More lenses
Tilting evf
Cheaper overall
Have fun with whatever camera you choose
Beautiful images as usual
Isn't it incredible that such a great camera does not offer a flippable screen? Canon had this in cheaper cameras but not top of the line like 1dx and the 5d series. Now they all have it. Yes, the screen in a H is nice and large but you have to be a yoga master to use it in many situation. Merry Christmas and thank you for the inspiration. You have taught me quite a bit.
Thanks, Jack. I’ve had many Canon cameras over the years and they do an amazing job in terms of wildlife, landscape and video. These days I just need a simple camera that text really great images and feels beautiful in the hand and the Hasselblad does this for me. That being said an articulating screen is something I have to have.
Really enjoyed watching this.. Cracking video. So easy going......
And have a happy Christmas and cracking new year....
@@Rizlafilm happy Christmas to you and yours. All the best for 2025.
I predict after you have acquired and then start to use your Hasselblad camera, you will learn to love the automatic focus stacking. It is wonderful!
I will certainly give it a a good go David. That being said, I naturally shy away from too much automation.
Nice to see you start the change of system for the right reasons, you have used your Pentax system to destruction which is a good example of how it should be. Looking forward to new images from the new system.
Thank you so much for your kind comment. It’s not something that I expect is going to happen overnight, I just wanted to put it out there what I was thinking of for the New Year.
They say a change is as good as a holiday. Ignore the negative nancies, you're more than entitled to choose whatever you want. Merry Christmas, and I look forward to what you share in 2025.
@@justkerry173 awe thank you very much Kerry. Negative Nancies. Love it 😊
Hi Simon, is your ebook in PDF format?
I know the Hasselblads were given to those with very high subscriber counts, but Hasselblad should realise that demonstrating what that camera can really achieve is just as important. It would shine in your hands!
Thank you, Andy, I had thought the same myself in terms of my close up work. The Hasselblad marketing team are really pushing the potential of the camera to go in close on detail and yet the images they are using are not really fit for purpose. I can’t really see how cropping into a window quarter of a mile away makes the point they’re trying to make. Who would want to do that in real life. Yes my e-book is available in PDF and there’s a long-term follower of the channel. If you email me I’ll send you a discount code for 25% off. Happy Christmas to you.
I think you summed that up perfectly. Thank you Simon that’s very kind of you. Happy Christmas to you too!
Happy weekend and happy 2025
And to you too Hans
Looking forwards to your 2025 - whatever camera is in the bag.
Me too, thank you.
Reading some bitter comments here. Personally I love your work and you have taught us a lot. You create beautiful images and that’s all that matters to me. People should understand that these creators are putting a lot of effort in these videos and taking us on their journey. I would totally understand whatever decisions they take regarding their choice of cameras etc. they are free to do it. That is their life and small things can sometimes matter especially when you grow old. Personally for me too photography is my life now so I do indulge myself and buy new gear sometimes. But i would still advise that actually it makes little difference. Both things can be true. It is a genuine advice for a newcomer but people are allowed to have good things especially when they have dedicated their lives to it.
And bitter comments can ruin someone’s day.
@ yes hope there is more empathy and patience all around!
X2D 100C has a flipout screen and the way more modern sensor. Otherwise: brilliant as always.
@@imagesbirds5066 I’ve had a play with that recently. I’m beginning to think the perfect camera doesn’t actually exist. I noticed when you flip that screen out that part of it is obscured by the Viewfinder cup. Crazy really. I’m also not keen on having to deal with all those pixels in terms of storage. I would like to think that there is a new updated 50 C in the pipeline. We will just have to see what happens in the New Year. Thank you for your comment and happy Christmas.
Great video as usual. Many thanks… but I bet was not the only one screaming at 20.10, “Simon, your battery is almost out” 😀
Yes, you were screaming it and I’d certainly noticed it. Good thing I had a back up.
You would take great images of whatever camera you had.to hand. Have you ever used a SMALLER format like Micro 4/3? You will eventually because you won't be able to lug all that heavy medium format stuff around forever. It isn't ever about the camera, But it is always about the artist behind it. Great video; thanks for sharing.
No David for the reasons discussed in the video. I really want a large LCD among other things. Perhaps in time but I would rather reduce the number of lenses I carry. I also won’t be doing RUclips forever so there’s a load of weight there that I won’t be carrying. Extra tripod, extra cameras, lenses and batteries.
To get round the problem of not having a flip up screen (mine is a canon 5D MK4) I've got a waist level viewer/ finder that slides onto the viewfinder. It helps a lot, particularly with macro at ground level. Maybe there's something similar for hasselblad? Thank you again for your wonderful images simon
Hi Evan and thank you for your message. As it happens, I still have one of these worst level finders from my old canon system. In fact I had two and I’ve just sold one. It would be really good if Hasselblad had one of these, but I’m pretty sure they don’t do anything like that.
Nice video 🙂
Very entertaining and informative video
Shame you not selected as a RUclipsr “worthy”of a free Hasselblad, especially as you would actually use it!
@@bobdeans5323 As my mother keeps telling me. Some people just aren’t born lucky. You just gotta love her 😆
I only use APS-C (Pentax) myself and don't want to compare myself to you in terms of technology and ability. Despite all the arguments, I don't know whether I would go your way. A modern full-format camera offers almost unlimited possibilities for moderate money. Full-format and APS-C sensors are so highly developed today that they are far superior to an older medium-format camera. I think you would be better off with a modern Canon, Nikon or Sony in full format. Or even with Fuji medium format.
Out of interest, who would you recommend buy a Hasselblad and why? I spent the best part of 30 years shooting with Canon when I was shooting wildlife and close-ups along with climbing the hills. I don’t climb anymore or photograph wildlife so why would I buy a system that does all that and shoots video when all I need is a simple well engineered camera. I don’t understand?
bellissimo video
Beautiful hassleblad from your friend
But did you know that the Pentax K3 Mark 3 has a fully functional touch screen exactly the same as that hasselblad if you didn't now you know but there's one major major major differences it's not a medium format
@@cgriggsiv and the screen is small by comparison. I had a gentleman bring one of these to a workshop recently and yes it’s very nice, but it’s not MF.
@@SimonBoothPhotography
Very true on that part it is not full frame nor is it even close to a medium format The only thing that's got going for it is a touch screen in my opinion anyways and there's not even a flippy screen
You can hold two or more truths in your hand at the same time. This isn't preaching, it IS FACT! The eye of the photographer takes precedence over the equipment. I made images 40+ years ago that earned me a direct trade with one of the 20th century's great photographers, Aaron Siskind, family friend and mentor of sorts. The camera I'd used was my first solo purchase, an early 70's Nikkormat. It was the seeing that piqued Aaron's interest in my image, not the equipment. However, this being said, as photographers we are ALWAYS looking for the sharpest glass, the best camera to utilize the glass, and which can give us the best results. So, blah blah blah blah blah Roger, when you can say that you have spent a quarter century or more in my case, developing your own negatives, and printing them and have done so with equipment that challenged you and made your task more difficult, then I'll listen to your aimless rant! Why did Ansel seek out the finest lenses and best camera? Why did my father and his and my mentor Minor White spend so much time mastering the craft and using the best equipment available? Why do camera manufacturers and lens makers try to make the best equipment possible? Because the BEST SEEING requires the BEST equipment with which we produce the best possible images! THAT IS WHY ROGER ZOUL!!!!
Thank you Paul.
Fujifilm GF-X... 🤩 Hasselblad Bank Account Breakers... ☺ I would love to have a Hasselblad too... BUT... will the older ones have IBIS and will they have been exposed to elements for too many years like your Pentax... and lens converters are a compromise... sorry Simon I am not with you on the choice... but enjoy it if it works for you 🙂 auto focus stacking works great... I remember 40-45 years ago when people suggested an auto focus lens was not very good because they preferred manual focus 🙂 not sure I can see a qualitative difference in today's images and your Pentax ones 🙂
@@davebenson1504 Nothing’s going to change in the autofocus front Dave. Manual all the way for me. In terms of the adaptor. I believe they’re absolutely fine on the longer focal length lenses and it certainly seems to be the case with the HC 120mm macro. Compromise is not something I’m prepared to negotiate on at all when it comes to photography. I just feel the Pentax has done what it needed and had they upgraded it, I’d have stayed with them.
that's a shame as I liked the organic look the Pentax gave your images.
but - I'm sure the H will look just as lovely if these first examples are anything to go by.
I used to shoot Fuji GFX (a 50R and 100) but always lusted after a H after bumping into a photographer once in Porthcawl who had an X1D. I thought it just looked so lovely 🙂 who said "shallow" at the back?!?!
Certainly the tests that I’ve done so far indicate that there is no discernible difference between the quality of the Pentax lenses compared to the Hasselblad, certainly the HC lens. I have to say those old Pentax lenses do have something special about them that I’ve never quite been able to put my finger on. But it’s time to move on. I do feel that Pentax have let me and other Pentax users down.
@@SimonBoothPhotography I feel exactly the same aboout my old Nikon 105 macro Simon. It just has something intangibly special to the way it renders an image 🙂
It really is too bad Pentax had not refreshed their medium format. I suppose with Hassy and Fuji in the market their market share would be too small to make it profitable. Even if they did you may find it didn't feel like the old Pentax and prefer the Hassy anyway,
Being a bit older than you I "settled" for the full frame mirrorless - medium format being wasted on me. Plus they just don't fit my use case. That said, if you could afford a 2nd camera for light work that would be something to explore.
Hi Ron. It is a real shame that Pentax didn’t continue with the 645Z. A mark two version would’ve been absolutely brilliant I’m sure. I’ve been holding off for around 12 months now thinking they might bring something out but I’ve concluded that’s just not gonna happen.. Taking aside all the negative feelings towards Hasselblad, which I don’t really understand it seems like the perfect system for me going forward considering I don’t shoot video with my camera.
Focus stacking is not necessary if the aperture allows a suitable depth of field.
Hi Simon, nice van, can you tell us about it?
@@StephenBridgett what would you like to know Stephen. I can tell you it’s going up for sale in the New Year.
@SimonBoothPhotography I'm in Canada Simon. I envy you guys with nice vans. Did you but it it build it? Any advice?
@@StephenBridgett We bought it as a builders van and had it professionally converted in two phases. Roof and windows, then the interior.
Ton, Übersetzung eher schlecht als nützlich. Sind Blende 20 nicht doch zu viel? Ja das Mittelformat hat andere Gesetze als KB oder Drohnen, Video geht sogar mit sehr unscharfen Fotos.
One by one all my favorite RUclips photographers are switching to Hasselblad, while telling me it's not about the gear. Hasselblad, Hasselblad, Hasselblad... Have fun with it.
@@ralphwatson7036 Agreed. One famous UK RUclipsr in particular threw away all his values 'i would never accept free gear' by accepting an obscene freebie. The act totally undermined his integrity and personally I no longer invest time in following. Plenty more genuine photographers out there.
Heres why. Been a Pro for 35 years - it's not about the gear it's about you - any camera in the hands of my 5 year old grandchild probably won't be as competent as me - but when he's grown up it might be better than my Hasselblad made images. Therefore the camera is the least relevant part of the process - but when all things are equal - say on a wedding - would our couples rather it was shot with a 12MP NIkon D1 from 2000 or a 100MPX Hass from 2024? We use Hass for so many reasons - but would change in a heartbeat if something better came along.
@@mikeysteamwell I’ll be paying for my used one Mikey
I really don’t get how you could get so upset about the camera I choose to use. I’ve had several Practika’s, numerous Canon’s, a Mamyia and a Pentax system gaining over 40 years of experience. Why would it matter to anyone what I consider to be the best for my purpose. I don’t need a camera that shoots video, so why would I buy one?
@@SimonBoothPhotography Same here - just give me a camera - I once had my brother turn up to my house with a WW1 Helmet and a Rifle he had borrowed it on a Sunday and need a shot for the cover of his book - my cameras were at my studio - he said I got one in the car - I got it out and the lens had come away from the mount - I stuck it on a tripod popped it on manual focus and exposure and 'M' setting - held the lens to the camera and still got the shot!!!! Its never about the camera but as I expressed above replying to the commenter - why ,when you can, not use the best camera available!!!! Sounds like sour grapes. Same goes for Hi-Fi!!!!!!