jerome_m
Member
There is an adapter for using V lenses on the H series back. If you have many V lenses, that might be a useful option. You will be limited to manual focus, of course.
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Moving from film to medium format digital... The big decision.
- Thread starter gswon
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I will agree with you if it was for work, but it's for fun.
He probably enjoys working slower and "learning the camera".
We also have the viewfinder, In that sense, the H series camera with a 100mm f2.2 is something to behold.
He can also use the same system to shoot film.
OF course, I am not him, and I can see your point.
Best regards,
dave.gt
Well-known member
I understand your comment. I have used Nikons religiously for four decades. I am kind of sick of using them, LOL. Got tired of driving Toyotas too!
Instead of going with a new, much cheaper D body, I chose Hasselblad and I am never looking back. It was time for a change! I absolutely love my two Hasseys, one film, one digital.
If I had not had MF choices, I would have quit photography altogether and taken up oil painting full time. Sometimes ya just gotta go with your heart not the wallet.
kdphotography
Well-known member
I might agree with you if the H series were able to shoot 6x6 film or larger format. As it is with 645 film vs. a "645" full frame medium format sensor----imho, I don't find anything liberating, and in fact, a step in the wrong direction. The last time I shot film were some 6x7 chromes of a pretty young lady (that later became a porn star :ROTFL: I kid you not) and that was kinda cool. 645 film? Not so much liberating, unless you're coming from 35mm film.
dave.gt
Well-known member
Yeah, Ken, I agree it would be cool for HB to come up with a square format back. And, yes I went from 35mm to the 500 series square format and now the 645. It would be nice to have a choice of formats in the digital backs.I might agree with you if the H series were able to shoot 6x6 film or larger format. As it is with 645 film vs. a "645" full frame medium format sensor----imho, I don't find anything liberating, and in fact, a step in the wrong direction. The last time I shot film were some 6x7 chromes of a pretty young lady (that later became a porn star :ROTFL: I kid you not) and that was kinda cool. 645 film? Not so much liberating, unless you're coming from 35mm film.
Hmmm... you mentioned larger formats......Hasselblad large format...hmmm.
kdphotography
Well-known member
Well, I wasn't shooting porn or anything close to it. But I like the inference. :ROTFL:
(Shooting chromes was always cool)
(Shooting chromes was always cool)
M
mjr
Guest
What about picking up a hy6 with a 6x6 film back and see if you can find an older digital back in the correct mount? They are not seen so often but shouldn't be impossible to find? I have been tempted a few times just for personal photography. Lenses are good and reasonably priced too, just a thought.
Mat
Mat
photo-bowman
New member
If its landscape
I would recommand the V500 Hassy and a digital back.
Both hassy and Phase One work..... the CFV50c is amazing.....
And you can always switch film and digital and you already got the lenses
I would recommand the V500 Hassy and a digital back.
Both hassy and Phase One work..... the CFV50c is amazing.....
And you can always switch film and digital and you already got the lenses
I'd be very happy to stick with the 500 series bodies if there was a full or close to full square sensor available, or if the prices were more reasonable in relationship to the competition. 645z and Hasselblad V adapter is less than half the cost of a CFV50c... maybe less elegant but I think I would get a lot more for my money.
Anyway, I am deep in thought on these issues... Right now I am trying to see if there is a reasonably economical way that I can test drive a few of these before making a plunge. Although I am also just considering shooting this next project on film and waiting for prices to continue to dip on the MFD front.
photo-bowman
New member
Hey....
About testing. Hasselblad and Phase One wrre both very open and helpfull in testing the gear (here in Germany). Either that or talk to the local dealer to get a hands on test.....
In general.... yes no system offers all advantages at once. So make a list and sort your demands ans priotise them. Then mark it for each system..... voila helpfull decision maker.
About testing. Hasselblad and Phase One wrre both very open and helpfull in testing the gear (here in Germany). Either that or talk to the local dealer to get a hands on test.....
In general.... yes no system offers all advantages at once. So make a list and sort your demands ans priotise them. Then mark it for each system..... voila helpfull decision maker.
bensonga
Well-known member
Don't overlook the Pentax 645D. These can be found now for ~$2500 (or less) so the risk of further significant depreciation is minimal. Same robust and weather resistant body as the 645z. Many very good Pentax 645 and 67 lenses (AF & MF) are available at low prices or use your existing Hassy lenses with an adapter.
Gary
645D, CFV-16II, P25+, Aptus II 5
Gary
645D, CFV-16II, P25+, Aptus II 5
Very much agree with Gary and since you mentioned the CCD esthetic, which some ascribe to (such as myself), the Pentax 645 D uses one. Sometimes subtle, sometimes more so, there are instances, at low ISO, that I prefer the output of the CCD based 645D vs. the CMOS based 645Z. Keep in mind though, that there are advantages of the 645Z over the 645D, depending what your shooting priorities are.
Dave (D&A)