Dear all,
So many responses. I don't know where to start to reply
Ok the reason I'm looking at the older backs is that when you come from a ZD it is a natural step forward and probably a big one. Thinking of an Aptus 75 is like a big wow for me
. It depends on the perspective from which you look at it. :bugeyes:
I'm ok with the image quality of the ZD, sometimes it's fantastic, sometimes it's weird, but generally ok. What I find difficult is that review of sharpness and exposure is pretty much impossible and I've missed several good shots because the back was locked up storing files. It is so slow I might take a book along next time I go for a shoot.
From all I read I understand that the image quality of the older Leafs at base ISO is pretty much as good as it gets. I'm happy to read this. This is my main criterion and it's also the main reason why I've opted for MF gear in the first place.
It was good to get some hints on alternative options, newer backs such as the P40+ and the IQ series. It got me thinking more of the long term. My idea is that the new back, whatever it will be, should do it for the coming 5 years. I don't think that I will print much larger 5 years down the road than I do today. 1m on the long side is the max for me, so I think a 30MP back can nicely fit the bill.
Of course I'd love the display and interface of the new generations and also understand that it will help at times to get a shot that I otherwise wouldn't. But hey I'm coming from a 2.5k$ back, how far should I jump?
Greetings, Fabian