Just for the record, if you can live with manual focus, there are plenty of Hasselblad HC and HCD lenses around for very good prices which work perfectly with the X2D with the XH adapter, including the leaf shutter in the lens so that you don’t have to rely on the slow electronic shutter (btw, in you can get the orange dot version they even work with AF, but they are rare and much more expensive). Only negative issue: they tend to be rather bulky!
Now Leica is only one truly legendary brand. Because Hasselblad - it's a DJI. When I'm thinking about it stops me to buy X2D or 907x. Very happy with my M11
Because they got bought by DJI? If anything, DJI is what bought these mirrorless cameras everyone is drooling over. They are still produced in sweden and all. Just consider it a management change.
DJI is just ownership. Who owns leica? It’s the same game, the owners have simply financial interests - that’s all. I have been a Leica shooter for 15 years, but since the last owner sold Leica to blackrock, the magic is gone. Leica has become another mainstream camera producer aiming for quantity and just spits out more and more cameras every year - diluting the quality. So imho Hasselblad seems closer to its roots right now than Leica focusing on a niche…
@@aerioplux That’s not right. BlackStone owns 44% of Leica Camera AG. Mr. Kaufmann from Austria owns the majority (56%) and is the head of board of directors.
@@Ich-k7y that not entirely true. The 55% are being owned by ACM Projektentwicklung, who the owner of that entity is is up for speculation. Might be Mr Kaufmann… but officially it belongs to a privately held foundation.
You can adapt third party lenses for the camera. I put a Nikon 58/1.4 on it, no vignettes but manual focus. TCX-01 adapter from Techart that can use AF on Canon EF lenses.
I tried to get into this system. I decided to buy a couple lenses first since I'd heard they were terribly difficult to get and I didn't want to end up with a camera body I couldn't use. Bought one lens, had to camp the Hasselblad store for months for a chance to buy the other... and then the store didn't send it to me. They put another tracking number into my order, making it look like it'd been fulfilled. Took me two weeks to notice it wasn't my tracking number, and then two months of asking what was going on, before they decided to just cancel my order (costing me hundreds of dollars in currency conversion fees). I'm not about to start camping the store for months again, especially not after it screwed me this bad, so now I can't get into the system and will have to sell the lens I already got at a loss. Awful experience. I strongly recommend not attempting to get into this system, the lenses are too hard to get and their store policies are unacceptable.
I shot Leica for many years since late 70’s but I bought this camera and I love it . Not for action or wild life …. But portrait, land scape and slow moving subjects . IQ is the best and colour so neutral , for me it’s better than my Leica system ( M , SL and Q ) .
Also with the V lenses, I mostly do zone focusing like on the M it works great and I actually if you want the same that field because it’s a medium format you have to stop it down a little bit more so it’s easier for a zone focusing
Amazing stuff Jimmy. I have the GFX 100 and somehow the MF sensor just…feels different. Perhaps the lenses are key. AF is getting way better nowadays. Can’t wait for where MF systems would be in a few years. Looking forward to more from you!
@@bathvader yeah the iq of today’s medium format system is simply stunning. I guess it’s the color depth and lens. Because I still much prefer 50mp medium format files over 60mp full frame files.
@@johnchan7544 hey sorry unfortunately I don’t. With the size and weight of the SL system, I don’t see the point of owning one versus the X2D/gfx100s. Let’s assume the SL3 and m11 has similar sensor performance, the Hasselblad outperforms it completely in all aspects of image quality. M system makes sense here since it’s light and the user exp is different.
@@johnchan7544SL system is full frame and x2d is medium format. It makes no sense to adapt otherwise you lose out of the benefits of paying extra for medium format
How is the M11 faster than the X2D? Even when considering, that the autofocus at the X2D is slow, the M11 hasn't one! So you have to compare the manual focus abilities an they are pretty much the same. When looking through the viewfinder I even find it easier to focus on the X2D because of the very(!) small measuring point on the M11.
@@aglefpueschel1828 you don’t have to focus for street stuff with zone focusing. But anyways, did I say m11 is faster? I thought it was more agile is all.
they're completely different cameras tbh. one is for video and all genres of photography. One is for photography only but at a marginally better IQ. I would say the R5ii is better for 99% of the ppl.
Sold my Leica M11 for X2D. So much better experience no regrets. Autofocusing is mediocre which will do for 90% of shots but is a serious drawback in this iteration of this Hasselblad. In body stabilization very impressive. I mage quality noticeable better than Leica M11. My dream camera is Leica M11 with small autofocus lenses. I know it will never happen.
Nice pics, but to be honest - most of them could have been taken with a smartphone, too. As long as one doesn’t want or need to print big and as long as these pics are just published on some social media platforms, it’s hardly possible to say if a photo is taken with a medium format camera or a smartphone. Given this, it’s absolutely valid to use a medium format camera for personal enjoyment, but on the internet only very few people will see a difference.
@@JimmyChengCan you please elaborate on your experience with that combo? I guess I had never thought about trying to adapt my M lenses because of the combination of their smaller image circle and the electronic shutter.
@@mjlamott you can get away with xpan mode for some lenses. Others you need to probably do a 1:1 ratio. Plus the fact that you only have e shutter, I don’t think it’s worth it. Gfx is a better system for that.
you can tell this guy has that NVA $$$ because he casually has a downpayment for a house (in some places a full purchase price) sitting on his desk without batting an eye
Fantastic review as always Jimmy. I agree with you that the images produced by the X2D system really are unparalleled. However, the fact that I had to wait for half a year for 90V, another half for my 38V is a pretty frustrating experience, to say the least. There are also quite a bit of QC issues with the earlier patches of X2D such as too much wiggle room on the lens mount etc.
chinese camera made by DJI. sales are bad, quality too, only 12 months of warranty. suddenly we have dozens of «youtube photographers» getting x2d for free from hassy pushing the narrative that it's Magic Expecience (not photos quality, no, ExPErIeNcE)
ive used an x1dii in then past and I did love that camera. However now I am using a Sony a7cr and im pretty happy with the results. I do miss the Hasselblad color though. That is the sole reason I want the camera tbh. I wish they would make a newer x1d camera, like x1d version 3. I really do not need 100 megapixels. I suppose you could always downscale the files but still seems like a waste. Thanks for the review. Maybe one day ill give one a try.
Just watched this and 1 more vote for the M11 and X2D comparison!
Nice review, looking forward to the M11/X2D comparison.
Just for the record, if you can live with manual focus, there are plenty of Hasselblad HC and HCD lenses around for very good prices which work perfectly with the X2D with the XH adapter, including the leaf shutter in the lens so that you don’t have to rely on the slow electronic shutter (btw, in you can get the orange dot version they even work with AF, but they are rare and much more expensive). Only negative issue: they tend to be rather bulky!
Thanks for sharing! I would definitely love more videos about the system and more comparisons to Leica 🙏❤
awesome thank you! will do!
Now Leica is only one truly legendary brand. Because Hasselblad - it's a DJI. When I'm thinking about it stops me to buy X2D or 907x. Very happy with my M11
Because they got bought by DJI?
If anything, DJI is what bought these mirrorless cameras everyone is drooling over.
They are still produced in sweden and all. Just consider it a management change.
DJI is just ownership. Who owns leica? It’s the same game, the owners have simply financial interests - that’s all. I have been a Leica shooter for 15 years, but since the last owner sold Leica to blackrock, the magic is gone. Leica has become another mainstream camera producer aiming for quantity and just spits out more and more cameras every year - diluting the quality. So imho Hasselblad seems closer to its roots right now than Leica focusing on a niche…
@@aerioplux That’s not right. BlackStone owns 44% of Leica Camera AG. Mr. Kaufmann from Austria owns the majority (56%) and is the head of board of directors.
@@Ich-k7y that not entirely true. The 55% are being owned by ACM Projektentwicklung, who the owner of that entity is is up for speculation. Might be Mr Kaufmann… but officially it belongs to a privately held foundation.
@@aerioplux if you look into the legal notice you are able to find Dr. A. Kaufmann as a GM. Moreover it is a family owned company😉
Thanks for the great review. I want to ask, what lens and camera did you use for this video?
@@andre_1907 a7s3 and Tamron 28-75. Great image quality for the price.
@@JimmyCheng yeah, I agree with you. Thanks.
You can adapt third party lenses for the camera. I put a Nikon 58/1.4 on it, no vignettes but manual focus. TCX-01 adapter from Techart that can use AF on Canon EF lenses.
Spot on Jimmy. The 38mm and 90 f2.5 are both amazing, fyi.
Finally jimmy, been waiting for your takes on x2d as a frank said, you got ur hands on her already 😀
I tried to get into this system. I decided to buy a couple lenses first since I'd heard they were terribly difficult to get and I didn't want to end up with a camera body I couldn't use. Bought one lens, had to camp the Hasselblad store for months for a chance to buy the other... and then the store didn't send it to me. They put another tracking number into my order, making it look like it'd been fulfilled. Took me two weeks to notice it wasn't my tracking number, and then two months of asking what was going on, before they decided to just cancel my order (costing me hundreds of dollars in currency conversion fees). I'm not about to start camping the store for months again, especially not after it screwed me this bad, so now I can't get into the system and will have to sell the lens I already got at a loss. Awful experience. I strongly recommend not attempting to get into this system, the lenses are too hard to get and their store policies are unacceptable.
@@BigSlimyBlob wow that’s terrible. It’s definitely unprofessional. I would highly suggest the Fuji alternative.
I shot Leica for many years since late 70’s but I bought this camera and I love it . Not for action or wild life …. But portrait, land scape and slow moving subjects . IQ is the best and colour so neutral , for me it’s better than my Leica system ( M , SL and Q ) .
in terms of IQ, definitely one of the best in the market!
Also with the V lenses, I mostly do zone focusing like on the M it works great and I actually if you want the same that field because it’s a medium format you have to stop it down a little bit more so it’s easier for a zone focusing
If you want to sell your 25V, I’m ready to buy it. Thanks for the review!
where are you located. I'm actually considering selling it because I don't have much use for it.
@@JimmyCheng whats your website so I can find your email? I live in Cailifornia
M11 and X2D comparison please!
Amazing stuff Jimmy. I have the GFX 100 and somehow the MF sensor just…feels different. Perhaps the lenses are key. AF is getting way better nowadays. Can’t wait for where MF systems would be in a few years. Looking forward to more from you!
@@bathvader yeah the iq of today’s medium format system is simply stunning. I guess it’s the color depth and lens. Because I still much prefer 50mp medium format files over 60mp full frame files.
Hi Jimmy. Do you own the Leica SL2 or SL3? Would love to see you compare the Hasselblad with either one of those two Leicas.
@@johnchan7544 hey sorry unfortunately I don’t. With the size and weight of the SL system, I don’t see the point of owning one versus the X2D/gfx100s. Let’s assume the SL3 and m11 has similar sensor performance, the Hasselblad outperforms it completely in all aspects of image quality. M system makes sense here since it’s light and the user exp is different.
@@JimmyCheng , thanks for your reply. Can Leica SL lenses be used on X2D with an adapter? Look forward to your review of X2D and M11.
@@johnchan7544SL system is full frame and x2d is medium format. It makes no sense to adapt otherwise you lose out of the benefits of paying extra for medium format
if u can get your hands on the 80 f1.9 Im not sure why but when shot correctly it gives off a flexbody feel
How is the M11 faster than the X2D? Even when considering, that the autofocus at the X2D is slow, the M11 hasn't one! So you have to compare the manual focus abilities an they are pretty much the same. When looking through the viewfinder I even find it easier to focus on the X2D because of the very(!) small measuring point on the M11.
@@aglefpueschel1828 you don’t have to focus for street stuff with zone focusing. But anyways, did I say m11 is faster? I thought it was more agile is all.
Jimmy兄好活👍，请问x2d宽容度相比索尼的机器如何？个人拍摄的场景光比极大😂谢谢
@@yuxi2424 我没有试过新的a7r4/r5。 assume和m11的那块一样的话，x2d有不小优势
The IBIS of the X2D is stunning. Really amazing IBIS. I compared with my sl3 and it’s much better
it is on its own class. I haven't compared it with the newest gfx but it's good enough for me.
Is there an adapter for Leica M lenses?
@@phnxbr yes there’s a few
My dream digital camera would be an x2d with a rangefinder, kind of like a digital Mamiya 7
@@javixo1997 yeah that’ll be awesome! I would love to have a sub 700gram medium
Format camera.
The new canon eos R5 II is a X2D killer
they're completely different cameras tbh. one is for video and all genres of photography. One is for photography only but at a marginally better IQ. I would say the R5ii is better for 99% of the ppl.
Ehh i dunno. The r5 mk ii is hardly purchase worthy over the original r5 imo.
Its better, but nothing exciting, the body just got fatter.
Sold my Leica M11 for X2D. So much better experience no regrets. Autofocusing is mediocre which will do for 90% of shots but is a serious drawback in this iteration of this Hasselblad. In body stabilization very impressive. I mage quality noticeable better than Leica M11. My dream camera is Leica M11 with small autofocus lenses. I know it will never happen.
Nice pics, but to be honest - most of them could have been taken with a smartphone, too. As long as one doesn’t want or need to print big and as long as these pics are just published on some social media platforms, it’s hardly possible to say if a photo is taken with a medium format camera or a smartphone. Given this, it’s absolutely valid to use a medium format camera for personal enjoyment, but on the internet only very few people will see a difference.
@@axelkeuchel5728 true. But you’ll see a huge difference on a computer screen uncompressed by RUclips. So it’s for personal enjoyment mostly.
@@JimmyCheng That's the reason i use dedicated cameras too! more for personal enjoyment as I hardly even use social media much anyway
Have you adapted M lenses on the X2D?
yep, I've used the 35apo on the x2d.
@@JimmyChengCan you please elaborate on your experience with that combo? I guess I had never thought about trying to adapt my M lenses because of the combination of their smaller image circle and the electronic shutter.
@@mjlamott you can get away with xpan mode for some lenses. Others you need to probably do a 1:1 ratio. Plus the fact that you only have e shutter, I don’t think it’s worth it. Gfx is a better system for that.
@@JimmyCheng well, did you like it ? Too much vignette? Can you comment?
@@drwatsonismine no I don’t enjoy adapting on the X2D. Much less so than gfx systems
you can tell this guy has that NVA $$$ because he casually has a downpayment for a house (in some places a full purchase price) sitting on his desk without batting an eye
Great camera, if you could only get lenses for it. Can you say BACKORDERED! 🙄
Fantastic review as always Jimmy. I agree with you that the images produced by the X2D system really are unparalleled. However, the fact that I had to wait for half a year for 90V, another half for my 38V is a pretty frustrating experience, to say the least. There are also quite a bit of QC issues with the earlier patches of X2D such as too much wiggle room on the lens mount etc.
chinese camera made by DJI. sales are bad, quality too, only 12 months of warranty. suddenly we have dozens of «youtube photographers» getting x2d for free from hassy pushing the narrative that it's Magic Expecience (not photos quality, no, ExPErIeNcE)
ive used an x1dii in then past and I did love that camera. However now I am using a Sony a7cr and im pretty happy with the results. I do miss the Hasselblad color though. That is the sole reason I want the camera tbh. I wish they would make a newer x1d camera, like x1d version 3. I really do not need 100 megapixels. I suppose you could always downscale the files but still seems like a waste. Thanks for the review. Maybe one day ill give one a try.