Fun with the Hasselblad 907x

[FloatingLens]

In my experience, the 38 Biogon is an extremely potent lens even on digital. But it is difficult to achieve maximum DOF because the plane of what's in focus on digital curves like crazy at f4,5. Stopped down to f11, it gets well-behaved. To me it has a very transparent look. See example below.

I understand that nobody wants to buy an SWC just to use it as difficult-to-tame medium wide. The lens is still a gem.

 

[hasselblad 503cw]

In my experience, the 38 Biogon is an extremely potent lens even on digital. But it is difficult to achieve maximum DOF because the plane of what's in focus on digital curves like crazy at f4,5. Stopped down to f11, it gets well-behaved. To me it has a very transparent look. See example below.

I understand that nobody wants to buy an SWC just to use it as difficult-to-tame medium wide. The lens is still a gem.

Yes, SWC/M is still one of my most favourite camera. just love it, don't ask me why, love is love, don't ask.

 

[jotloob]

907x XCD 30mm

The ugliest house in town (for me) . But nothing is useless , it can always serve as a bad example .

 

[KlausJH]

907X, Carl Zeiss C Sonnar 1.5/50

The prettiest house in town (for me )

 

[jotloob]

Lovely . I very much like the lantern too

 

[sjg284]

907x 100c & 28p
First outing with the combo
I know some call it a "street lens" but that seems more like a weight/size thing.. so far it feels a bit too wide for street in my use.
Particularly at this focal length ensuring you keep the horizon level while handheld because its much harder to tweak in post..
It is a great lens though, and I do like the close up ability.


5-11-24_HB907x_0014 by Steve, on Flickr

 

[wattsy]

28p
I know some call it a "street lens" but that seems more like a weight/size thing..

It's Hasselblad themselves that have been calling it a "street" lens and much of the promotional "buzz" at launch reflected that. The weight/size thing is certainly one factor in that description but I also think it is Hasselblad being cautious because the lens has a number of optical quirks that are less than ideal for demanding landscape or architectural use.

 

[anyone]

907X, Carl Zeiss C Sonnar 1.5/50

The prettiest house in town (for me )


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Are you happy with the C-Sonnar on the 907x? I used it with the GFX100s and was not thrilled.

 

[KlausJH]

What I like about the C Sonnar is the creamy bokeh, the background separation, the colors, the size and that it works on a 44x33 sensor. However, it is not an allrounder for everything. The design is from 1932 with a modern coating. It is never sharp in the corners but from f/1.5 to f/2 very moody and can create a dreamy look.
It is great for people photography but difficult to nail the focus. I don't use it very often but will keep it forever. So, yes, I like it very much. (And the extreme focus shift is not an issue with a mirrorless).

 

[anyone]

I'm struggling with bright sunlight and the not-so-bright LCD of the CFV100c. How are you dealing with it? Does anyone use the optical viewfinder, which seems very pricy for what it is? With Hasselblad V cameras, one could solve the problem by using the loupe of the waist level finder.

 

[KlausJH]

I'm struggling with bright sunlight and the not-so-bright LCD of the CFV100c. How are you dealing with it? Does anyone use the optical viewfinder, which seems very pricy for what it is? With Hasselblad V cameras, one could solve the problem by using the loupe of the waist level finder.

I don't find the OVF very practical. In bright sunshine I use often a Hoodman Loupe. This makes the LCD a huge EVF.

 

[jotloob]

I don't find the OVF very practical. In bright sunshine I use often a Hoodman Loupe. This makes the LCD a huge EVF.

I don't find the OVF very practical either . Additional , I find the framing lines not dark enough and therefore the OVF is almost unusable .
To use a loupe is useful , but when I work from a tripod , I use a dark cloth , which I still have from my 4x5 LF time .
That works fine .

 

[darr]

I don't find the OVF very practical. In bright sunshine I use often a Hoodman Loupe. This makes the LCD a huge EVF.

I have been using a Hoodman loupe in bright sunlight on the screen since the CFV 50c back. Always works like a charm.

 

[jotloob]

Can you please give some info about the hoodman loupe . Magnification and size . ?

 

[jotloob]

I found a Hoodman Loupe H32MB . Is that the one you mean ?

 

[KlausJH]

Mine is the Hoodman HoodLoupe Professional LCD Screen Loupe for 3" Displays
It is an older version, no longer in production and replaced by the H32MB.

 

[jotloob]

I have ordered the HOODMAN H32MB . The darkcloth solution is good but the loupe seems to be easier .

 

[usm]

I'm struggling with bright sunlight and the not-so-bright LCD of the CFV100c. How are you dealing with it? Does anyone use the optical viewfinder, which seems very pricy for what it is? With Hasselblad V cameras, one could solve the problem by using the loupe of the waist level finder.

In almost every situation: If the sun is not blocked by my self it is in front of me and then I know I am in a wrong position. Just my “work” around.

 

[Ai_Print]

I'm struggling with bright sunlight and the not-so-bright LCD of the CFV100c. How are you dealing with it? Does anyone use the optical viewfinder, which seems very pricy for what it is? With Hasselblad V cameras, one could solve the problem by using the loupe of the waist level finder.

This and IBIS is why I went for the X2D, even with a big stable of V glass and only 3 XCD lenses.

 

[wattsy]

In almost every situation: If the sun is not blocked by my self it is in front of me and then I know I am in a wrong position. Just my “work” around.

My natural instinct is to shoot towards the sun or main light source. I would be a liar if I said that I never find it awkward to use the screen on the 907x in bright light but I've pretty much got used to it by now. I could probably benefit from one of those Hoodman loupes but I make do with a foldable rectangular insert from one of my Billingham bags which I use as a makeshift light shield when the light is particularly intrusive. I do most of my composing in my head so I only use the display to frame the composition and focus and I find I can do that without having to bother with the OVF.

907x CFV II 50c & 45P



907x CFV II 50c & 45P