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@RohamBroccoli 4 сағат бұрын
Is it possible to mount a UV-filter on it? Mine is on its way🤩 Thanks
@ericleung8188 2 сағат бұрын
It accepts a 43mm UV filter. I put the filter on and mount the lens hood on top. I don't feel the need to use a lens cap now.
@ChrisFreitag 27 минут бұрын
Looks like you got your answer. I haven’t been using any filter
@TylerAldrich 12 сағат бұрын
You should give the Voigtlander 27mm a try. I like it so much I considered picking up the 18mm. My only hesitation is a don't shoot that wide very often.
@ChrisFreitag 12 сағат бұрын
Shooting this wide was a learning curve for me, but that’s one of the reasons I wanted to try it. I’ve gotten much better with the wider field of view, with layering.
@leep5113 11 сағат бұрын
I have three of the Voigtlander… I started with the 27mm Ultron and loved it, so bought the 18mm C-S, now I just got the 50mm F1.2 and I love them all….they are just so much fun to shoot. If you can get it used or cheaply, try the 18mm
@marcin6 14 сағат бұрын
Thanks for the great video Chris. As much as I love my XF 18mm f/1.4 it's just a bit too bulky on the street. I think I've found my next lens :D
@ChrisFreitag 14 сағат бұрын
Couldn’t agree more. I use that 18 1.4 mostly for talking head videos. I’m having the exact same problem with my 23mm 1.4 which I’m having so much trouble reviewing.
@robertlamont2611 14 сағат бұрын
I enjoyed that video Chris, It was relaxing. How are you liking the 18mm Voigtlander?
@ChrisFreitag 14 сағат бұрын
My review is coming but (spoiler alert) I really like it.
@robertlamont2611 14 сағат бұрын
@@ChrisFreitag I look forward to your review. 😀
@mazey2fresh605 21 сағат бұрын
What film simulation are you using 😨🔥🔥🔥
@ChrisFreitag 21 сағат бұрын
I'm using the Portra 800 film sim. Link in the description!
@ChrisFreitag 22 сағат бұрын
The images are all straight off of the camera (SOOC) except for one that had to be adjusted, the guy doing the backflip was too underexposed and I had to lift it, it's very grainy because of that.
@gordoa172 2 күн бұрын
Subscribed!
@ChrisFreitag 2 күн бұрын
Thanks! And welcome.
@gordoa172 2 күн бұрын
Great job on the pictures! Thanks for sharing and the inspiration to keep printing!
@ChrisFreitag 2 күн бұрын
Thank you! Glad to hear it inspired 🙂
@koby1960 6 күн бұрын
The Pentax Spotmatic was originally supposed to have spot metering but that was changed to average scene metering...the name Spotmatic remained.
@ChrisFreitag 6 күн бұрын
Good to know! It even has this spot in the center that gets light/dark as you adjust, so it really feels like it’s spot metering. Either way, the meter works, my rolls of film have come back mostly exposed correctly.
@koby1960 5 күн бұрын
@@ChrisFreitag the spot in the center is the micro prism focusing aid
@TheBruceLeeUFC1 9 күн бұрын
How’d it do? Just got one
@ChrisFreitag 9 күн бұрын
So far it’s doing great! Only thing I got stuck in was some snow way up in the Colorado high country. But was able to back out. Obviously don’t go rock climbing but it’s good on roads that are a bit rough.
@stanobert3475 10 күн бұрын
The 40 megapixel sensor requires only the best glass to resolve the massive sensor. I have both cameras. The X-H2 for work and the X-T5 for travel. I am so impressed with these cameras that I may sell my full frame Nikon Z gear.
@ChrisFreitag 10 күн бұрын
I actually own both again (long story) and they are the best…for my needs.
@psudemonboy 12 күн бұрын
We have a similar workflow, I learned a few things. I’m guilty of a lot of dehazing.
@ChrisFreitag 12 күн бұрын
It’s so cool at first! And then you realize clouds don’t really look like that 😁
@robertlamont2611 12 күн бұрын
Hi Chris. Thanks for the video. I’m wondering what IPad you use? I have an old iPad Air that I edit my X-T3 and X100F pictures on. I’m thinking of picking up one of the new 40 mp Fujis at some point but I’m afraid I’ll need to upgrade my editing machine to an IPad Pro or maybe a MacBook Air. Cheers Rab
@ChrisFreitag 12 күн бұрын
I'm currently using the latest iPad Pro M4. However, I've been using this workflow since I bought my X-T5 in January 2023 and I was using the M1 iMac and M1 iPad Pro. The M1 iMac choked on the files a little bit, but I think that was because Apple hadn't officially supported the file yet. So even though Adobe read the RAW files just fine, the system didn't do a great job with them. That's since been updated and those files are officially supported, so I think *any* M-series chip will serve you just fine.
@robertlamont2611 12 күн бұрын
@@ChrisFreitag nice one Chris. I’ll need to upgrade I think. A new iPad Air might well do the job however, which would be nice. So many wants and so little cash. 🤣
@psudemonboy 12 күн бұрын
I shoot an X-T5 and do most of my editing on an iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (4th generation) from 2019.
@robertlamont2611 12 күн бұрын
@@psudemonboy that’s good news. How much storage/ memory does it have? Thank you
@MikeCaskey 14 күн бұрын
🎉
@ChrisFreitag 14 күн бұрын
🎤
@hectorcarmona9583 17 күн бұрын
Fujifilm also produced cameras back in the day under the name of fujica. I recently got my hands on the fujica st801 and I'm excited to shoot it!
@ChrisFreitag 17 күн бұрын
Didn’t they work with Hasselblad on the X-Pan?
@tdalton854 19 күн бұрын
Nice looking prints Chris. There's a photo educator that has said printing a photo is the natural culmination of taking a photograph. even if all you do is throw them in a shoebox to look at every so often. Great sentiment and even though I splurged on an Epson P900 just before the pandemic and it's right here I don't do that enough. And printing big is just a treat! glad you shared. - tim .
@ChrisFreitag 19 күн бұрын
Thank you, Tim! I’m definitely going to do it more often. And I want to print just regular photo size for said shoe box.
@suzannepedersen1856 21 күн бұрын
I agree 100%. I love to have printed work!! You images are gorgeous!
@ChrisFreitag 21 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@ulfgreger 22 күн бұрын
Great video Chris. I',m still using my fathers old Pentax MEs film camera + X-Pro1 so... I just finished my last Fujifilm lens video. Man it's hard to make a YT video :) and i dont like my own videos yet. Keeep up the good work
@ChrisFreitag 22 күн бұрын
Thank you, Ulf! Keep at it, I wish I could say it gets easier but I still make a lot of mistakes, still have trouble with color and skin tones. But I keep going because I enjoy it.
@chriswittstruck282 25 күн бұрын
Great vid thanks! Subbed.
@ChrisFreitag 25 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@ravikanagasabey285 25 күн бұрын
Thank you
@ChrisFreitag 25 күн бұрын
👍
@psudemonboy 29 күн бұрын
Super stoked for you. This will be a ton of fun for you!
@ChrisFreitag 29 күн бұрын
Just got my film and I’m going out first thing tomorrow to get a quick 36 so I can see if everything is working.
@Jennifer_Prentice 29 күн бұрын
I have one of the first gen spotmatics.. Love that camera and will probably never part with it.. I got mine at a yard sale for 5 dollars with two of those 55mm lenses like you have .. Cleaned everything up and away it went .. My meter does not work so I use a light meter :).. Also if you plan on shooting dark stuff on film expect lots of grain until you learn how to expose different types of film in dark areas.. I struggled and still struggle to get clean dark images on film. I have learned that often when shooting dark areas I over expose +2 to even +3 stops over just to make sure the film gets the light it needs .. Film is a lot slower at reacting to light then our high end digital sensors so be aware of that when you get back your scans and wonder why they are so grainy and crappy looking lol.. Also if you find you enjoy the process as much as I do.. You might want to check out investing in dev kits and get all the stuff you need to develop and scan the negs yourself :). Saves you TONS of money..
@ChrisFreitag 29 күн бұрын
Wonderful, thank you for the insightful and detailed comment! I've been getting great feedback both here and on other social networks and people are being very supportive. I expect my images to look bad, but I want to work to make them better so I'll keep everything you've said in mind, especially about the dark areas.
@barclayjb 29 күн бұрын
With digital you expose to protect the highlights. With film you expose to retain the shadows. You will not be able to recover shadow detail with film as easily as you can with digital.
@ChrisFreitag 29 күн бұрын
Thank you, that helps. I’m willing to see it in action and make adjustments from there.
@clintwood1983 Ай бұрын
Cool video, good luck with the Pentax
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@tdalton854 Ай бұрын
Wow, what a great time capsule.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Yeah, when stuff felt solid!
@lxhk3595 Ай бұрын
You're speaking out of my heart. It is the art of lens making, to let shortcomings work for the image rendering for the magic. Also to expect the form factor, to just have the lens along and not at home.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
That is where this lens hits. I try to describe it, but it’s how it feels that makes the impact
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
I'm going out to get some Ilford HP5 Plus 400 film as my first roll. But I'm open to suggestions! And I'm also open to any tips for first timers, so please let me know what you think I should try.
@StevesFilmThoughts 29 күн бұрын
You cant go wrong with hp5. Its my go to for b&w. Pushes and pulls very well if you want to deviate from box speed.
@robj1366 Ай бұрын
I don't buy into the XT5 being 'so light' compared to the XH2 ... XT5 - 557g and XH2 - 660g, however the XT5 needs to have a grip to be seriously compared to the XH2 ergonomically, Fujifilm know this and make a grip specifically for the XT5 and it weighs 120g , total XT5 weight with the grip 677g
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
The difference was striking. A case where 100 grams on paper doesn’t tell the whole difference. Larger in the hand, heavier, bulkier all around.
@tdalton854 Ай бұрын
Very nice Chris. Perfect music
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@tdalton854 Ай бұрын
@@ChrisFreitag that hail storm that came through here was intense.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
@tdalton854 I read about it this morning. On the South side of town it didn’t even rain. Just this light show from what was happening NE
@user-ie6dd3iw2t Ай бұрын
Well, it is NE Colorado. And Nebraska. Just saying.
@daniyal._ Ай бұрын
Let’s go! Will be looking forward to your work!
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
🙏
@barclayjb Ай бұрын
Your interest seem very similar to mine, so let's do this thing.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
🙌
@oddittydotco Ай бұрын
Fellow Fujifilm user here, I’ve subbed! 🙋🏻♀️
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Wonderful, thank you
@POW.CREEPER Ай бұрын
Thank you for your comments on the X-H2 being heavy, I just got rid of the BMPCC6kPRo, which I could use as a murder weapon, and I love the color/quality from it, but bringing it anywhere (specially without auto focus and stabilization), so while I LOVE the colors of the XH2, I dont want to carry a brick anymore.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
It’s certainly relative, there are much bigger cameras than the X-H2 that are out right now. But in the Fujifilm X world, it’s a big camera. The X-T5 is lightweight and excellent for photography.
@POW.CREEPER Ай бұрын
@@ChrisFreitag Im going to give the Xt5 a chance, I had the ZV-E1 , and while that little thing is a beast, the Sony Colors never look good (compared to bmpcc). Thanks again for your video and feedback!
@DorKProductions Ай бұрын
I thought that came with 10gbe?
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
It does. My splitter is only 1GB though and a new one is $250 for 10 so I’m stuck at 1 for now.
@MrGheller Ай бұрын
What teleprompter could work with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3? The Elgato Prompter?
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
I have no idea! I’ve not used a teleprompter for any of my videos.
@MrGheller Ай бұрын
@@ChrisFreitag got it. Thanks. I want to start a KZbin channel, indoors talking head videos, and I am thinking of getting the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 as main and only camera. But I would need a "teleprompter".....
@ChrisFreitag 12 күн бұрын
Sorry I missed this reply but I've had a channel for a while now and I don't use a teleprompter. The Pocket 3 could easily serve as your only camera, for sure.
@GregAllen2 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the overview. Have you tired this with the X-H2? I am wondering if the lens will resolve the the 40mp. I am planning to pick up the X-T50 as an edc camera and put this lens on it.... Cheers! Greg
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
I haven’t tried any of my manual lenses on the X-H2 but I did use the Voigtlander 23mm on the X-T5 and thought the images were good. But I wasn’t looking for any degradation because of the 40mp. I will say this though, my beloved XF35mmF1.4 R lens doesn’t resolve the 40mp sensor according to Fujifilm but the images look great to me, so I don’t know what to make of those claims.
@GregAllen2 Ай бұрын
@@ChrisFreitag Well, I just cancelled my X100VI order (3 months on b/o) and preordered the X-T50. I hope it's not another 3 months wait. I figured with a lens like the 18mm Voigtlander (or even the XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR Lens) I can get a similar size camera to carry everyday and I'll have the option to use my other XF lenses as well... Keep up the great work!
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
@GregAllen2 I can HIGHLY recommend the XF27mmF2.8 R WR for that camera. Unsung hero of my kit, I always carry it when I want to make my camera’s footprint smaller and the images are excellent.
@Enrique-the-photographer Ай бұрын
Your channel just “popped” into my feed and the video (from about 3 months ago) was about you going from the X-T5 to the X-H2, but now I see that this video is about the X-T5 and the XF23 f/1.4, did you buy it again?
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Yes! I wasn’t going to draw attention to it but you are eagle eyed. Things around my channel and what I want to do necessitated a change. So now I have the X-H2 and X-T5. As I said in that video, I like them both.
@Enrique-the-photographer Ай бұрын
@@ChrisFreitag I did subscribe to your channel BTW (do I win anything?🤣). I switched to digital about 4 years ago after shooting film for over 35 years, my choice was the Fuji X-T2 simply for the form factor, no need for menu diving, I can see everything without turning the camera on (just like my film cameras), a couple of years ago I upgraded to the X-T4. Now I’m considering upgrading to the X-T5 (who doesn’t like new toys), but I’m getting negative reviews from some you-tubers claiming that the built quality isn't there, that it’s cheaply made, that the dials “feel funny”, etc., what do you say? probably not too many negatives because you did get it (again). I’m not interested in the X-H2 (or 2S) line, they look and feel like any other mdslr. I only do photography, zero video.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
First, thank you. Second, no I don’t have an issue with the build quality and as you pointed out, I bought it twice. I’ve taken it with me to the Olympic Peninsula and deep into the Rockies without issue. In fact today I was setting up a video with my X-H2 and needed both hands so I set my X-T5 in the dirt without hesitation. The build does feel lighter and more plastic-y than the X-T4, but it’s also much lighter. The only dial I have trouble with is they stacked the shutter dial on top of the still/movie dial. And it’s far too easy to switch to movie mode when adjusting the shutter. You can work with it, but it was a poor choice. Otherwise, once you start using it, any gripes fade and you’re left with excellent images.
@timonboth4876 Ай бұрын
Hahaha, the nose thing. I had the same experience, for a while I thought that my camera was broken😂
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
I honestly thought my X100V was getting stuck or something. Took a while to figure out 🤣
@daniyal._ Ай бұрын
Chris is cool.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@ulfgreger Ай бұрын
Great channel to follow
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏- I'm pinning that comment
@bobbyr500 Ай бұрын
Great video! I just returned home from trekking in the Himalayas of Nepal. All I took was an XH2 with the Fuji 18mm f1.4 & the Viltrox 75mm f1.2. I didn’t find myself wanting anything else.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
That’s awesome to hear. I picked up the 50-140 2.8 zoom and it takes great photos but I absolutely hate lugging it around the mountains for landscapes.
@TheWuPigPodcast Ай бұрын
I use a XT3 for my podcast and i hate the Autofocus, was looking at a new Fuji Camera. Great video, but seems to have same auto focus after looking at other videos. What has been your experience?
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
I don't have any complaints. In fact, when I use face/eye auto detect, I feel very confident doing my talking head videos. Now I'm not coming from Sony or Canon, so I can't compare, but both the X-T5 and X-H2 have been much better than what I experienced on my X-T4.
@TheWuPigPodcast Ай бұрын
Awesome, thanks for your reply
@benejpocock Ай бұрын
Great summary Chris. I'm coming back to photography after 6/7 years out, so am starting again. The X-T5 is what sparked my interest with its design and retro controls (and obviously the sensor), but I just couldn't get on with the feel of it in my hand. I like to dangle a camera off my fingers when I'm walking about (like you demonstrate in your video) and that's not really possible with the X-T5 (I appreciate you can buy an additional grip). Last weekend I trialed a Sony A7iv and loved it. This weekend I have the X-H2 on my desk and love that more. The bodies are pretty much identically sized and weighted, but the Fuji really steals the lead in lighter, more compact, and more reasonably priced 1st party lenses. Add in the way it handles colour and the film simulations and I think I'm there. Yes the AF isn't as sticky as in the Sony but the latest v4 firmware seems to have made a difference, and the main thing is - I have more fun with the Fuji. It's making want to get out there and take photos, and that is ultimately what it's all about!
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Awesome that you're coming back into it! I've got another video about why I choose Fujifilm and it's similar to what you describe. I just like to pick them up and hold them and use them. And of course, the color.
@doriyancoleman Ай бұрын
Lovely vibe with great images. Subscribed!
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@ulfgreger Ай бұрын
I think if you Subscribe to a channel then hit the bell icon and choose 'all ' you still will get all new videos in your suggested / stream
@ulfgreger Ай бұрын
Fujifilm XF35mmF1.4 R is also my favorite lens. I made a KZbin video about my X/Pro1 and every photo in that video was with the 35. Wonderful lens.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
Agreed!
@MilleniumEyes Ай бұрын
Interesting. I wonder how many Fuji people also use Apple. Almost everyone I’ve seen uses a MacBook or IPad.
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
I think there’s a natural correlation for photographers to use Apple because of the association with creativity. I don’t think it’s specific to Fujifilm users.
@Bussinburger Ай бұрын
First pin ?
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
📍
@michaelhayashi1535 Ай бұрын
I might have missed this but is this lens weather sealed?
@ChrisFreitag Ай бұрын
No it isn’t. And it does have moving parts water could get into. Of course, I still use it when it’s raining.