While you arguably produce the best and most cinematic camera videos in the world, this certainly is one of your very best. Supporting you on Patreon is an honour.
@@giorgiocaron9121Ironically I find using tired internet buzzwords like cringe to lazily diminish the work of one of RUclips’s best and most consistent camera content creators is cringe. I guess we’re all entitled to an opinion
I don't even care about Hasselblad cameras (though I agree this one is beautiful). I'm here for the absolute A-Class production quality and sound design. You can tell GxAce is passionate about cameras and making videos. When I get notified that one of your videos is released, I stop anything I'm doing and sit down to appreciate the work and effort you've put into it!
in my opinion is there was more compitition in this industry we would have a different opinions but those to are having the monopoly soo anything we say or think or even feel about those Medium Formats is useless@@CianMcsweeney
I'm personally a bigger fan of the way the Phase one XF looks. To me the Hasselblad x2d I more inline with phase ones styling than Hasselblads, I guess that's a good thing for me though.
I have owned and still own many exceptional cameras from Leica, Nikon, Canon, Fujifilm, Pentax, Mamiya but I have never owned a camera that inspires me to pick it up and use it like the Hasselblad X2D. The image quality and color science in that camera is above and beyond more superior than any camera I have ever used.
False. The best camera in the world is none other than the Canon T3i.. absolute beast of a camera and way ahead of it’s time. Puts the Hasselblad to shame
Love it as always, Casey! I enjoyed my time with the X1D II, although it _did_ cause me to slow down a bit more than I wanted. Hopefully I can try the X2D and GFX 100 II sometime this year too!
Thanks Joe!! I haven’t had a chance to use that one but I imagine the AF is faster on this. Definitely a bit on the slower side but again it doesn’t really affect me too much. I might bring it to Japan in Feb so I can show you ;)
I have waited all my life for this camera and I started with a Baby Brownie in '48. This camera is wonderful in IQ and color. It does so much so well. And, yes, it is an industrial design gem, it is fun to hold and easy to use. Expensive as hell but worth every penny.
Wow. I have watched all of your videos and this is probably the most stunning one so far. Something with the music and how it syncs with the b roll, as well as the new CRT screens etc. awesome!
I think is a pendulum swing response to the death of the DSLR. I think there'll a "surprising resurgence" in consumer-level (think powershot cheap) pocket-able cameras in about 5 or so years
Wow, your videos are literally art and are getting even better--- great review of this camera and your examples of the image quality of this camera are perfect--- Thank you
I love your videos. So creative! Great review on the X2D camera. Maybe we'll see some lens more Hasselblad reviews in the future??? The X2D is a bit outta my price range so I might grab the X1D-II which is still a great camera!
You are truly making some of the best content on RUclips, especially when it comes to camera "reviews" (it feels like an insult to call your videos that). Everyone of your videos feels like a film in itself, a glimpse into that sci-fi world you are creating.
Damn It GxAce! Why did you have to do this! Just when I thought I had my GAS under controll you have to drop a video like this. I love the colors coming out of the X2D!
Love your videos The aesthetic, the content, the thought that goes into each one. But the music choices in this one were exceptional. You make photography exciting again for me. Thanks for that.
Awesome work as always. You nailed it. I’m fortunate to have this in my kit. I have never shot a camera that delivers more accurate, natural colors than the X2D. It’s pure joy to shoot with.
That rolling shutter, though... I use the Fuji GFX100S and previously the GFX50R and the rolling shutter is a legit issue to contend with when shooting electronic shutter... It's not something I would want to have to do all the time for certain.
Your video is very creative. I almost bought the predecessor of this camera new in December of 2016. I was in LA at Samy’s and ended up buying a Leica S007. At the time, the Hassy was new and had serious software issues in that we couldn’t even get it to boot up. One thing I can attest to is the quality of HC glass with Leica making an S to H adaptor. Some of my favorite shots have been made with Hasselblad lenses. Since 2016, I’ve crossed paths with several versions of this camera, but I was never convinced that I should make the plunge as Leica always seemed to have the edge. As I watch your video, I am swayed somewhat by your images, but 100mp is a bit much in my opinion. Maybe I will make a change at some point; however, I’m getting a lot of mileage out of 24mp full-frame cameras including my Sigma fp and my Leica SL2-S. And if I want to get the best look, I’ll shoot my H2F or 7ii. I also have a 6x6 Ikonta from 1954 that is very capable. As for the X2D, I will say that the build quality and in-hand feel is stunning. If you can live with the res, it’s a beautiful camera.
What? It’s made and designed in Gothenburg same as always. DJI owns Hasselblad but that doesn’t mean they decide what Hasselblad does. Hasselblad hasn’t been owned by Hasselblad since the 1970’s and by any measure they seem to thrive under DJI ownership. Haven’t seen them so vital since the 90’s.
HAPPY NEW (CREATIVE) YEAR, DEAR CASEY :) Vid is really great. I love the "jackpot" effect, lol. And also your music and sounds, of course. :) Greetings from Belgium.
Man... Whenever I watch a video of yours... It always leaves me in awe. And it also inspires me and gives me hope because I have always wanted to create and achieve this kind of look in my future project. These Cyberpunk vibes. Ugh! I love your content. It's just insane, man. You are doing a wonderful job. 🙇♂ 👏🖤
GxAce, I wanted to let you know that your influence played a significant role in sparking my passion for photography. My journey began in 2016 during my financially challenging college days. I managed to save enough to purchase a Canon 7DMKII, with an APSC sensor and a whopping 20.2 megapixels, with a usable ISO of 6400. Since then, my camera collection has grown and now my go-to camera today is the Sony A7RV, equipped with the 16-35 GM lens, version 1. I've purchased all your Lightroom presets and I love their distinctive look and feel. Your videos are a continual source of inspiration for me. Each new upload is an event in our household as my wife and I watch them together. I'm grateful for your work and the impact it has had on my photographic journey. -Ian
I think whatever camera you use , you make it a hasselblad or whatever you want. Your videos are insanely good and I am totally mesmerized how good are you.
Brilliant camera... Would be awesome if I could have one. I'd strictly shoot monochrome landscapes with it in memory of Ansel Adams - even though he used Hasselblad for a short period of time.
GX Ace's aesthetic is so cohesive that it really looks like someone from another world is somehow receiving camera gear from earth and testing in his distopian reality
Hasselblad now is nothing like they were even a few years ago after getting bought out by DJI. They don't even make parts for their old legendary H6 cameras anymore that many pro photographers are using so that's left a bad tase in a lot of people's mouths. It's almost like a reboot of the brand. I think this is a good first try but it's missing a lot of features in the EVF like focus peaking, variable focus magnification, and live overexposure warnings. All which could be fixed via firmware.
I think they still service old lenses and H-cameras, at least I got my HC-80s broken af fixed two years ago. It was the old version of that lens too, without 1/2000 shutter speed. But yeah, it is a bummer if the parts just disappear from inventory.
Hasselblad seems in much better shape now than for decades I’d say. It’s funny on the internet some people thinks ownership equals management. That’s not the case. Hasselblad was sold to external owners in the 1970’s. Hasselblads are designed and manufactured in Sweden same as always.
@@ristotakala They aren't servicing the H6D-50C which is what a lot of pro fashion photographers use. It was released in 2016. And I've heard that's because they are out of parts. I think they will service things till they run out of parts but they aren't making any new ones. That really sucks though less than 10 years of support for a $20,000 camera. I've also heard though that after the DJI aquisition their support is almost unreachable and takes months to hear back after sending something in.
@@tor2919 Their customer support changed when they got aquired by DJI. They barely even answer support requests anymore. A company that's doing well doesn't ignore it's customers especially when a lot of them paid 20k+ for their product.
@@NickDelDuca Do you happen to know if they have parts for the 50C -back? That is what I'd like to upgrade in the future, currently using H5D-40. If they had difficult times at the manufacturing phase of H6D -bodies and that it did not sell that well, then that shortage would focus (pun intended) on H6D-bodies. On the other hand, I doubt that Hasselblad will announce their spare part situation publicly.
once it has a global shutter, or a useful shutter readout time (at least 1/30, like sony A7 III), this will be my absolute, total dream camera!! small, thin, great tones and epic bokeh with adapted vintage 35mm lenses. the future is approaching!
Hi GxAce! As your 218K and counting subscribers indicate, you do some amazing work. I've really enjoyed your work and look forward to your future projects. Your mastery of color is especially striking. I'm wondering, are there resources available online to learn color grading? There's plenty of books on chemistry, coding and cellular biology. Is the same true for color grading and image editing? Thanks in advance for your time and keep up the stunning work!
While you arguably produce the best and most cinematic camera videos in the world, this certainly is one of your very best. Supporting you on Patreon is an honour.
Thank you so much Axel :)
Hmmm trying to be Ridley Scott isn’t giving the audience much product viewability. Excellent video … but I’m interested in what the camera is about.
Idk I find this kind of video and voice kinda cringe
@@giorgiocaron9121Ironically I find using tired internet buzzwords like cringe to lazily diminish the work of one of RUclips’s best and most consistent camera content creators is cringe. I guess we’re all entitled to an opinion
@@gnostocratgo watch a different video then. You are watching the wrong content if that's what your needs are.
I don't even care about Hasselblad cameras (though I agree this one is beautiful). I'm here for the absolute A-Class production quality and sound design. You can tell GxAce is passionate about cameras and making videos. When I get notified that one of your videos is released, I stop anything I'm doing and sit down to appreciate the work and effort you've put into it!
Just came to leave the same kind of comment… too true.
Wether you think they're overrated or not, you gotta admit that Hasselblad make the most aesthetic medium format camera bodies out there!!!
Definitely, way more sleek and compact than fujis gfx system
in my opinion is there was more compitition in this industry we would have a different opinions but those to are having the monopoly soo anything we say or think or even feel about those Medium Formats is useless@@CianMcsweeney
I'm personally a bigger fan of the way the Phase one XF looks. To me the Hasselblad x2d I more inline with phase ones styling than Hasselblads, I guess that's a good thing for me though.
Well they charge an absolute premium so they better make the best looking stuff @@CianMcsweeney
what do you mean by "most aesthetic"?
The way you isolate shadows and highlight specific light sources in your editing is amazing
This guy does not hold back! 🥶
The Patreon "call to arms" was out of this world!
Dang. GX delivering master-classes in content creation to the entire RUclips photography community with cyborg-like relentlessness. Bravo…again.
the cinematics+soundtrack in this are INSANELY good
It looks old and new at the same time, love it
I have owned and still own many exceptional cameras from Leica, Nikon, Canon, Fujifilm, Pentax, Mamiya but I have never owned a camera that inspires me to pick it up and use it like the Hasselblad X2D. The image quality and color science in that camera is above and beyond more superior than any camera I have ever used.
sounds like a user problem.
False. The best camera in the world is none other than the Canon T3i.. absolute beast of a camera and way ahead of it’s time. Puts the Hasselblad to shame
Love it as always, Casey! I enjoyed my time with the X1D II, although it _did_ cause me to slow down a bit more than I wanted. Hopefully I can try the X2D and GFX 100 II sometime this year too!
Thanks Joe!! I haven’t had a chance to use that one but I imagine the AF is faster on this. Definitely a bit on the slower side but again it doesn’t really affect me too much. I might bring it to Japan in Feb so I can show you ;)
I have waited all my life for this camera and I started with a Baby Brownie in '48. This camera is wonderful in IQ and color. It does so much so well. And, yes, it is an industrial design gem, it is fun to hold and easy to use. Expensive as hell but worth every penny.
Wow. I have watched all of your videos and this is probably the most stunning one so far. Something with the music and how it syncs with the b roll, as well as the new CRT screens etc. awesome!
Again and again...a pure work of art. i really love the feeling and look you're creating. thanks again for your creativity
Thank you for your top quality work. It is very inspiring 🙏
Listening on my studio monitors, the beat at 0:47 gave me CHILLS!
These videos inspire me so much to create myself!
I can't just put them on in the background, they deserve my undevided attention.
I think is a pendulum swing response to the death of the DSLR. I think there'll a "surprising resurgence" in consumer-level (think powershot cheap) pocket-able cameras in about 5 or so years
Wow, your videos are literally art and are getting even better--- great review of this camera and your examples of the image quality of this camera are perfect--- Thank you
I love your videos. So creative! Great review on the X2D camera. Maybe we'll see some lens more Hasselblad reviews in the future??? The X2D is a bit outta my price range so I might grab the X1D-II which is still a great camera!
This camera has brought so much life back into commercial work for me. Loved the video
I cannot thing of a better way to start this new year with another master piece production from you 🙏
You are truly making some of the best content on RUclips, especially when it comes to camera "reviews" (it feels like an insult to call your videos that). Everyone of your videos feels like a film in itself, a glimpse into that sci-fi world you are creating.
the opening being the city of my hometown brings a lot of memories, I love Ningbo
Damn It GxAce! Why did you have to do this! Just when I thought I had my GAS under controll you have to drop a video like this. I love the colors coming out of the X2D!
Dropped everything again to watch.
Love your videos The aesthetic, the content, the thought that goes into each one. But the music choices in this one were exceptional. You make photography exciting again for me. Thanks for that.
Opening with a track from Melodysheep, one of the Life Beyond series, what a wonderful choice from another cinematically gifted RUclipsr
I've seen copies of your thumbnails, or atleast the style, but no one can replicate this. Truly beautiful work
While watching this video, I got the shivers more times than any other video out there
What an absolute genius you are, gxAce!
my business partner bought this cam recently and i can attest to its wonderful qualities.
The level of production in your reviews is unmatched and every one a joy to watch.
Awesome work as always. You nailed it. I’m fortunate to have this in my kit. I have never shot a camera that delivers more accurate, natural colors than the X2D. It’s pure joy to shoot with.
Another year of GxAce! 🎉🎉
Your gear videos are great I would also love to see your process on photography, the actual art of taking a photo regardless of the camera used.
What are the music names THEY ARE ALL BANGERS
Agree - I’ve been scrolling through all the comments to see if anybody has the first song listed. Shazam can’t find it!
6:01 is that… David Imel from Waveform?
That rolling shutter, though... I use the Fuji GFX100S and previously the GFX50R and the rolling shutter is a legit issue to contend with when shooting electronic shutter... It's not something I would want to have to do all the time for certain.
In times when Sony rolls out a global shutter camera, this sensors seem like an antiquity.
GXAce: finds a new camera to play with
GXAce: is this the future of cameras???
What an epic video this is! The pacing, the b-roll setup, the music, the colour grade, the photographs....what a masterpiece!!
The only person to be able to convince me to finally try this camera.
lmao ok, as if anyone would turn down the chance to "finally" try this camera.
@@pinkfatcap I did.
Dude, your videos are my current understnanding of ART, well done keep it up, there is no channel i get more exited to watch when notified...
ahhh melody sheep's music matches soo well with this type of videos.. thanks for the video GxAce
Please do a video on the cinepi.
Your video is very creative. I almost bought the predecessor of this camera new in December of 2016. I was in LA at Samy’s and ended up buying a Leica S007. At the time, the Hassy was new and had serious software issues in that we couldn’t even get it to boot up. One thing I can attest to is the quality of HC glass with Leica making an S to H adaptor. Some of my favorite shots have been made with Hasselblad lenses. Since 2016, I’ve crossed paths with several versions of this camera, but I was never convinced that I should make the plunge as Leica always seemed to have the edge. As I watch your video, I am swayed somewhat by your images, but 100mp is a bit much in my opinion. Maybe I will make a change at some point; however, I’m getting a lot of mileage out of 24mp full-frame cameras including my Sigma fp and my Leica SL2-S. And if I want to get the best look, I’ll shoot my H2F or 7ii. I also have a 6x6 Ikonta from 1954 that is very capable. As for the X2D, I will say that the build quality and in-hand feel is stunning. If you can live with the res, it’s a beautiful camera.
You've absolutely outdone yourself with this video i couldn't help myself but to smile. I mean especially audio wise, absolutely amazing.
As usual, a very immersive experience that goes well beyond what one would expect from a YT video on a camera... Well done. Happy new year mate!
Beautiful as always. The score, chef kiss! You can feel every single component in the camera.
Idk how ur uploading so much, but I love it 🔥🔥🔥
Keep up the fantastic work 😎
It’s a DJI camera, in an Hasselblad body, using H’s color science.
It’s glimps of the future of camera by definition
Is this bad? DJI makes amazing stuff
What? It’s made and designed in Gothenburg same as always. DJI owns Hasselblad but that doesn’t mean they decide what Hasselblad does. Hasselblad hasn’t been owned by Hasselblad since the 1970’s and by any measure they seem to thrive under DJI ownership. Haven’t seen them so vital since the 90’s.
My bad, you're right on this one, but the latest Hassy are DJI inside man, and it's a great thing !@@tor2919
Really beautiful work Gx. Found your channel recently and absolutely love your style
Ouh! I didn't know you're a buddy with mkbhd/studio! Cheers!
HAPPY NEW (CREATIVE) YEAR, DEAR CASEY :) Vid is really great. I love the "jackpot" effect, lol. And also your music and sounds, of course. :) Greetings from Belgium.
Doode!! Holy Sony, you're among the best filmmakers on YT! This is next level colorgrading, composition, B roll, just overall presentation
New year, new GxAce. I like how 2024 is going so far.
I want electron size resolution, that would be the ultimate... no need to use so many lenses, just cut and paste whatever you want.
the kind of content you produce is worth uploading in HDR. keep up the good work!
Man... Whenever I watch a video of yours... It always leaves me in awe. And it also inspires me and gives me hope because I have always wanted to create and achieve this kind of look in my future project. These Cyberpunk vibes. Ugh! I love your content. It's just insane, man. You are doing a wonderful job. 🙇♂ 👏🖤
GxAce,
I wanted to let you know that your influence played a significant role in sparking my passion for photography. My journey began in 2016 during my financially challenging college days. I managed to save enough to purchase a Canon 7DMKII, with an APSC sensor and a whopping 20.2 megapixels, with a usable ISO of 6400. Since then, my camera collection has grown and now my go-to camera today is the Sony A7RV, equipped with the 16-35 GM lens, version 1. I've purchased all your Lightroom presets and I love their distinctive look and feel. Your videos are a continual source of inspiration for me. Each new upload is an event in our household as my wife and I watch them together. I'm grateful for your work and the impact it has had on my photographic journey.
-Ian
The color rendition - especially for skin colors, is unmatched. So is your content. Great stuff.
these videos are a masterpiece. from start to finish oml. huge propss! quick questions, where do you get your music from?
The cinematography of all your video is so great. It make me feel like it's from the Warhammer 40k univers. A beautiful grim darkness
Love the regular uploads man. I’m sure it’s a mission given the quality but god damn it’s good.
wow this video was amazing and ive learned quite a bit about this camera its absolutely beautiful.
It's...a work of art that can produce works of art!
I think whatever camera you use , you make it a hasselblad or whatever you want. Your videos are insanely good and I am totally mesmerized how good are you.
brillant futuristic cinematic video of the rolls Royce of cameras, even with the little experience I have I'd still love to try it out
Another breathtakingly cinematic dystopian retrospective. Thank you for everything you do!
Ugggg!!! The new space looks so good!!! And the photos in this video are beautiful and amazing!!!
What I hate most about the quality of this video is I can't watch it in a movie theater in its true cinematic glory. Great as always GxAce!!!
Brilliant camera... Would be awesome if I could have one. I'd strictly shoot monochrome landscapes with it in memory of Ansel Adams - even though he used Hasselblad for a short period of time.
Thx for this excellent cinematic review. A joy to watch.
I'd be happy with the Contax 2 1/4 film camera system..Superb glass, great look...
This is the first video I ever saw of yours. Wow I'm supporting you for behind the scenes
easily one of your top 3 videos in terms of production, christ almighty
And these are the most beautiful videos about cameras ever made.
Denis Villeneuve been real quiet since this came out. Seriously man, the immersive sci-fi experience you provide is like none other on RUclips!
what da fuck this is so cool I don't even know where to begin
GX Ace's aesthetic is so cohesive that it really looks like someone from another world is somehow receiving camera gear from earth and testing in his distopian reality
Hasselblad now is nothing like they were even a few years ago after getting bought out by DJI. They don't even make parts for their old legendary H6 cameras anymore that many pro photographers are using so that's left a bad tase in a lot of people's mouths. It's almost like a reboot of the brand. I think this is a good first try but it's missing a lot of features in the EVF like focus peaking, variable focus magnification, and live overexposure warnings. All which could be fixed via firmware.
I think they still service old lenses and H-cameras, at least I got my HC-80s broken af fixed two years ago. It was the old version of that lens too, without 1/2000 shutter speed. But yeah, it is a bummer if the parts just disappear from inventory.
Hasselblad seems in much better shape now than for decades I’d say. It’s funny on the internet some people thinks ownership equals management. That’s not the case. Hasselblad was sold to external owners in the 1970’s. Hasselblads are designed and manufactured in Sweden same as always.
@@ristotakala They aren't servicing the H6D-50C which is what a lot of pro fashion photographers use. It was released in 2016. And I've heard that's because they are out of parts. I think they will service things till they run out of parts but they aren't making any new ones. That really sucks though less than 10 years of support for a $20,000 camera. I've also heard though that after the DJI aquisition their support is almost unreachable and takes months to hear back after sending something in.
@@tor2919 Their customer support changed when they got aquired by DJI. They barely even answer support requests anymore. A company that's doing well doesn't ignore it's customers especially when a lot of them paid 20k+ for their product.
@@NickDelDuca Do you happen to know if they have parts for the 50C -back? That is what I'd like to upgrade in the future, currently using H5D-40. If they had difficult times at the manufacturing phase of H6D -bodies and that it did not sell that well, then that shortage would focus (pun intended) on H6D-bodies. On the other hand, I doubt that Hasselblad will announce their spare part situation publicly.
Happy New Year to GxAce,❤️
Will you just go ahead and make a feature film or short film already! Your videos and cinematic vision are so good.
Great Content as always! Can't wait to see what you will pull off for 2024 ♥
Beautiful camera and even more beautiful images/storytelling 👏
I’d love to use this, love to just see landscapes with it. It will be a while. 💰
Nice affordable camera.
Great cinematic video !
I hope HASSELBLAD ist watching that too
This guy makes the best camera commercials on RUclips
Music choice and Sounddesign on point!
Long time follower & fellow creator.. Your content is unmatched. Where do you get your music??
I too would like to know!
once it has a global shutter, or a useful shutter readout time (at least 1/30, like sony A7 III), this will be my absolute, total dream camera!! small, thin, great tones and epic bokeh with adapted vintage 35mm lenses. the future is approaching!
Homie I gotta know where you source your music, always excellent.
Nice video ! The review and the cinematic are 💯
I came for the camera reviews, stayed for the retro future vibes from the year 3000
What a Video…. Absolutely stunning
that is just spectacular
Excellence, no other word for it. cheers man,
Oh crap, it’s the mid 20s now!
This is easily one of the most beautiful videos ever made. Love the 21:9.
The Foreskin Focus (TM) ring is so good.
Hi GxAce!
As your 218K and counting subscribers indicate, you do some amazing work. I've really enjoyed your work and look forward to your future projects. Your mastery of color is especially striking. I'm wondering, are there resources available online to learn color grading? There's plenty of books on chemistry, coding and cellular biology. Is the same true for color grading and image editing?
Thanks in advance for your time and keep up the stunning work!