Total got to agree with that 12:33 it’s. User experience is off the charts

First video to actually help me decide whether or not to buy this camera (versus an "ordinary" full frame). Thanks!

Thank you for the comprehensive look. Some Leica lenses take years to fully appreciate-unfortunately I typically appreciate them years after I already sold them when looking back through photos. And then I realize everyone else appreciates them now, as well, and price is 10x. Never sell a good condition Leica lens. That’s my advice. lol This old Leica fan learned some things from your presentation-thank you! I have never owned this lens, typically jumping to the 90s as I often shot on the M3 (no frame lines). And the 90/2 is SO good. But having a M body with frame lines now, and appreciating the softer, more micro contrasty look, additionally everyone around me is aging.. I really need to get one of these before they blow up.

Loved the approach to your video. Thanks for this.

On the price point I think is reasonable as a full frame Leica m11-D without a screen is more expensive 😅

Very well presented. Learned a few things :) thank you Ollie!

This is my favorite subject in photography. I am adapting Hasselblad V (CF and F) series lenses on my Nikon FF mirrorless bodies. It is simply amazing what you can do with MF glass . I am shooting always in Manual mode with aperture priority setting on my Nikons. Most of images have little to no chromatic aberration. The other advantage I noticed is the fact that the image circle of MF is much larger than FF(old 35). This means that my camera sensor is cropping the sharpest part of the image circle. I have only a couple of Z native lenses, but most of my work is done with Hasselblad adapted lenses. I will not go back in spite of losing the autofocus option!

Its a defined emotional experience. I think the camera is less clinical feeling than most camera systems. Ive recently purchased the New Limited Edition model with the 55 lense. Im waiting for Adorama to get them in stock then i will get mine sent. Im 61 and -had many different cameras in my day. The Hasselblad has always eluded my budget....but not this time. Im like a kid in a candy shop waiting for Christmas to arrive. I too will be printing my images on my Epson printer. Living in cyberspace is no place to leave your beautiful works. Great video with intelligence and feeling.

Hi Oli, what you take on this vs Voigtlander Heliar Classic 75mm f/1.8 VM? thanks!

again great content! thank you!

OMG this is the best video so far on this topic! I'm lucky to get a X2D with about 65% of MSRP, and I'm having a hard time to build on the lenses system to use on this camera, they are so expensive, this is exactly what I need! thank you ! and followed!

It truly is wonderful lens. A pilot doesn't begin flying in an aircraft capable of Mac-2 + In fact, to understand flight, one starts with homemade gliders, I mean kids stuff, toys. When of age, a single engine 2-seater. .. and so on. The .95 Noctilux is something to work up to, having mastered f2. Thanks for this presentation. Spot on. 👌 ▪︎ A major factor in an items pricing is the economy of scale. The cost of R&D and 'tooling up' must be recovered, whether it's for 500 units, or 50,000. For those who can utilise this lens's properties to the fullest, of course it is worth every penny. 🤝

Better then a xpro3?

Definitely the best and most nuanced review of the X2D.

Thank you so much for this profound review of this outstanding camera! The most conclusive and appealing video I found on the internet, chapeau, well done! Yes, I think I am the type of photographer able to appreciate the qualities of the Hasselblad, and to take images which justify the high investment. It will reward me with an almost spiritual user experience: Landscapes, forests, trees, plants, flowers, still life, cats, portraits, farm houses etc. However for the near future I see no opportunity to finance it together with 2-3 lenses. So I am continuing shooting with my very versatile Canon R6 MkII, which for it's price point is an excellent camera too delivering close-to-nature colors as well.

Aye man. Honestly, don’t stop making KZbin videos. This video was a work of art.

Thet "give" at the end of the apture ring seems to be consistent for all leica lenses. I buy all my lenses used and all my leica lenses are like that. Even the ones i test out at leica stores. Funny thing is i also buy used ziess and voigtlander lenses and they don't have that give. They feel more solidly built than Leica lenses. 😂😂😂😅😅

I have the X1D and love it and not sure what benefits the X1DII would bring. Would I leap over to an X2D - probably not - it's the same size sensor with more and hence smaller pixels on it - not necessarily a good thing, However, the main factor is the lack of continuous focus - for location even studio work models/dancers do move and so you're reliant on zone focussing. Continuous focussing has been around for decades on digital cameras it's a surprising absence on these cameras.

I'm considering selling my Leica M11 system and moving to this. It's bigger and less subtle than the M11 but the colours from the X2D and the detail are on another planet compared to the Leica. I had the GFX 100 for a while and loved the colour but it was a bit much. The X2D is lighter and generally more modern.

Zeiss should have make a LOXIA like lens for xdc & gfx system

Thanks!!! You have hit my nail on it head. And knowing what I’m striving for in my photography and in my images. Is how I will always make my choices in cameras. Comparing one camera vs another does not really work for me. It sometimes confuses the my decision. But knowing myself and my needs as you have stated them here. Get me to see clearly what is my right way to go.

I found out I was a dynamic range buff when I started shooting with the A7R V and it let me get photos I had only dreamt of before. Getting even more DR and better color is what tempts me about the X2D (besides the beautiful build and feel), but since there are things I can do with my A7R V I *can't* do with the X2D, it wouldn't be an upgrade, but a goal for a day I can drop money on a second system.

June 2025 - in 10 months, new X2D II will be out *better wait, for that kind of money - just my 2 cents...

Man. Looks good.Have to reconsider my direction

Hi Oli, I can’t agree more. Since I have the SL2 s, my M11 stays on the drawer. My 2 main lenses M 35 lux FLE II and 75 lux M pre asph. I sometimes use the 24-70 L which is a great all rounder but a log to carry. I shot 50 years with M bodies and because of my eyesight decreasing, I found a new youth with the SL2s Dioptric EVF, live view, IBIS, BSI sensor, Magnifier, big pixel vs numerous but small.. Stunning images!!! It reminds me of my beloved M9. Keep up the good work! Thanks for sharing. Peace

talk a lot of sense and yes do intend to hire first on such an expensive purchase, as well as I take photographs sometime in low light with fast glass (on FF iso 4000 f2) so it definitely is can the X2D cope with this environment

Great video! It answers all questions relevant for me. I'd have lived to hear something about the weight of the camera.

I apologize, I watched your video again to get the answer 😎

Do I need an adapter for the X2D if using TTArtisan 90mm F1.25 Full Frame. AND do you feel it’s much better to get the XCD 90mm V ? Also I really enjoy your videos, thanks for all your input. 👊🏼

excellent video, super cool photographs

Oli. you covered all category of what type of photographer I am. You articulated every topic so well that I want to go out and purchase one this very minute (of course I can't afford it) but I am working towards it. I am an artist, Jewelry designer and a photographer. It was like you are talking to me directly. I would love to shoot jewelry & gemstones to test the camera and the lenses further to check its limit. Fantastik job! Very impressed.

Great review and insights!!! I personally own x1dii and noticed that the images from this system look very “low strung” or relaxed compared to smaller formats that cram megapixels into their sensors. There’s just so much more nuance and ease in hassle tonal range world.

The TTArtisan 90 is outstanding.

I’ve adapted two Leica R and three Voigtlander VM lenses to my X2D, and most of them are spectacular - especially the Leica 80-200 and Voigtlander 21. Love them.

Great explanation of the X2D’s powerful attributes. I sold my Canon R5 for the X2D and I’m constantly astonished by the results.

Truly great video review of this lens. I’m buying it for the Nikon Z9……I can’t believe how fluidly you covered every aspect of this lens from personal taste to real world applications to the ‘I MUST have it’ mentality of the human mind. In my case I finally have the funds to pull the trigger on this lens, which is why I ended up here…… but I hope I don’t shoot myself in the foot accidentally, $14,474 after taxes is a lot of pain…… but so worth it. Your video did provide a get out clause in the sense that I do fit the profile of someone who just wants to own it to ‘see what all the fuss is all about’ and I could care less about the price tag.

Truly great video review of this lens. I’m buying it for the Nikon Z9……I can’t believe how fluidly you covered every aspect of this lens from personal taste to real world applications to the ‘I MUST have it’ mentality of the human mind. In my case I finally have the funds to pull the trigger on this lens, which is why I ended up here…… but I hope I don’t shoot myself in the foot accidentally, $14,474 after taxes is a lot of pain…… but so worth it. Your video did provide a get out clause in the sense that I do fit the profile of someone who just wants to own it to ‘see what all the fuss is all about’ and I could care less about the price tag.

Is your copy calibrated from min to mid distance using RF patch ? as what you described in the video

great video Oli

I wish a firmware update would bring the 14bit drop to the X1D II

Can’t agree on the microcontrast. The lack of it is what makes this lens particularly ideal for portraits.

Focus was off at 1.4 and it has focus shift. Until digital came along I could not figure what was wrong. I replaced it 75 2.0 APO and am happy.

All equipment has limitations and it's like the old saying the right horse for the right course. I found shooting pentax 67 lenses on a 5D mark ii really rewarding but when I tried the Mamyia, I found it a waste of time.

I own the X2D and it is a slow me down camera which I have completely feel in love with. Just holding it sends shivers down my spine. Great review and some awesome photographs Oliver.

I have owned Nikon cameras for many decades. I currently have a D800, D810, three D850s, and a lot of Zeiss and Nikon 'gold ring' lenses. I use these Nikons for more fast pace photography. However, when I really want to elevate my enjoyment and feel more connected with the photography experience, I grab my Hasselblad camera and lenses, my RRS tripod, slow down, use manual mode, become more methodical and intention, and carefully composed each shot. For me, this results in a greater connection to, and pride in, the gorgeous final Hasselblad images.

Starting with the short answer in the first 5 seconds? Good lord, that's something

Rarely i comment on a video but man i love your portraits and i will like to see more of them, do you post on instagram?

Очень достойное видео!

One more point: No flash if the electronic Shutter is used with adapted glass.

13k? wow!