100 Megapixel Street Photography (Hasselblad X2D)

[@UlyssesAokiPhoto]

As someone who's used the X1Dii for close to 2 years before the X2D was launched, really happy you made this vid. I think the hassy image and colors really are something special, and out of the many youtube photographers (I know, lol) I always thought you'd enjoy trying it out. Some of the images around the 1:50 mark were really interesting, I really liked that last one at Times Square with the electronic billboards. Great stuff man and keep it up. Sincerely, the best youtube photographer (who never uploads youtube videos).

[@illkoncept]

Yoo this video was incredible. Makes me want to take it for a spin, but I don't think I can justify the price tag haha. Loved the photos in this video too - great eye for detail and that color/resolution + your edits are so good. Those mannequin shots are fire...especially at 6:54 and 7:56. 🔥

[@ebofraterman2202]

I worked with Hasselblad - Sinar 4x5 inch etc as a international advertising photographer, retired now 🙂 and happy with my Fujifilm X-T5

[@TomCalton]

Such a sick camera - I'd love to get my hands on one. For me it's the 16-bit colour and the much larger sensor that appeal to me most. It doesn't appeal to my wallet though 😅 Great video as always bud!

[@ImVengeance127]

I love Hasselblad’s design language, all modern cameras should look that sleek.

[@badgerfoot]

I do like how they look, but I disagree about wanting all cameras being that sleek. I think all camera brands should lean into something design wise that makes them unique from others. That's just me, as someone who thinks most cameras all look the same.

[@bernie0617]

I am a 15 year long Leica fanboy (M11, SL3, ...), but I acquired this X2D-100 and a couple of lenses and it is my preferred camera now. Insane image quality and colors.

[@julia-ir4wg]

@@bernie0617 i just got this camera. after all this years with leica monochrom camera’s i exhany it for teh x2d. because my eyes are getting worse. i have been shooting with it all day long. and i am amazed and far from disappointed.

[@314LA]

M11 and X2D are too different cameras. I have both too. Usually, if you have money, you have two at the same time for different photo styles. SL3 - yes, it is similar to X2D (but I would choose Panasonic or Sigma with the same matrix and the same optics L). M is bought because of the fast optics and style. X2D has better color. Although all this can be made the same in post-processing.

[@vykoden9462]

Dude, the photo of the Cadillac is pristine. That very easily could have been produced in the 1950s. Bravo!

[@retirewithjames6745]

I am shooting city documentary work and one of the cameras I am using is the X2D 100c. I love it. I do have to crop some of my shots and the maintaining of the clarity is so useful. I love your style of shooting.

[@dejanromih7913]

These photos man… they show such creative thinking, absolutely amazing! Keep up the creative work, awesome Faizal!! 🙌🙌

[@hugh6948]

Awesome vid as usual man, I feel like every time I watch a new upload I'm blown away by your production + photo quality.

[@costelloandsilke7321]

One thing that is often overlooked with the X2D and other 100MP cameras is the ability to crop fairly severely and still end up with a primtable image. The X2D is slow, but it's not slower than the film cameras that a lot of NYC street photographers use - so why not in that application... From an X2D owner.

[@detoria1406]

The editing and color grading on this video is fire🔥

[@Hesmond]

I had been yearning for a Faizal Westcott video for some time, and I was finally replenished with a great one.

[@douglasdollars]

Happy X2D owner since launch (sold my X1D II to fund it) and agree with your points! Ultimately I'd like to see Hasselblad make it faster to focus, without asking us to buy a new generation of lenses to compensate. The focal range now feels like it has coverage at all necessary ranges, but took a while. I'm excited to see where they continue to innovate, but I do get the feeling the camera is best used as a lesson to 1) slow down, 2) pay attention, and 3) capture the art of life. (Would also love to see them, now owned by DJI and presumably with its financial backing, do whatever it takes to partner with Capture One. It is frustrating and awkward that Hasselblad is essentially the *only* manufacturer they either cannot or will not support.)

[@douglasdollars]

There is just simply no more comfortable camera to hold. They've nailed this, and it makes a day of shooting feel so natural.

[@cammackey]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 this video made me want to visit NY

[@henlolneh]

this video made me want to see a cammackey x2d review video

[@cammackey]

@@henlolneh how about a Hasselblad 907X review ;) Check that feed ;))))

[@kurtlwrr]

awesome as always! curious that you haven't shot with a GFX body as of yet

[@marioshoots]

I know this was just a camera review, but all of your vids are so good! Music choice always on point and photos just add to the greatness. Love your work! With the being said, awesome you got to try out the Hasselblad. I think it's a cool camera. Although I don't think I'll ever afford it, it was neat to see your perspective and the cool shots you took.

[@axelkeuchel5728]

The camera is so beautifully made and feels so good when you hold it😅. But the problem is, that in todays world, where we mostly view photography on a tiny screen, one can’t see if a pic was taken with a smartphone, an APS-C camera, a fullframe camera or a medium format camera … unless it’s a portrait. If I would be into professional fashion-, product- or portrait-photography, I would probably think about buying this camera or the GFX 100 II from Fuji. But as a mere hobbyist who shoots street and travel, I need something small, light and unobtrusive. So, given all this, the X2D still is a wonderful camera, but for my use case it’s total overkill. Anyway, thanks for the nice video😉👍!

[@paulmiles9388]

really good points there!! This isn't a camera I would use for street photography unless you are not using it for shooting people.

[@VyNguyen-cm4mx]

Love your photos so much! Big inspiration for me so far!

[@ilstefmontenli4104]

Getting more expensive by the vid 😂 keep it up tho

[@ColtKirwan]

I know I don't need it but why do I want this camera so badly?!?!?!

[@bailey.nt86]

Dang. Does it really take that long to power on?

[@coapk]

11:02 is just fantastic. great video man can we get an ID on that shoulder bag tho 👀

[@AlexSinclair]

Crazy how because, even though it's on a big monitor, I'm watching this in a KZbin videos, unless you're showing the close crops, the images still look the same as your APSC Fujifilm stuff. And that's probably more of a compliment of your style rather than a criticism of the camera.

[@henlolneh]

interesting you bring this up because it is how i also felt viewing the shots from the x2d in this video. with that being said, when i watch other youtubers who have specifically reviewed the fuji gfx line, the shots they present from the medium format fuji bodies seem to scream "medium format!!" whilst these x2d shots are a lot more difficult to tell what type of sensor said shots were taken on.

[@rf8221]

@@henlolneh That's because he was shooting a higher ISO to reduce motion blur, and the edits/presets he applies. You can see less of a heavy handed edit towards the start of the video and as he starts to loose light and "crank" the ISO he looses dynamic range. If anything you can see the benefit of a bigger sensor and high megapixel because the digital grain looks pleasant and unobtrusive.

[@FaizalWestcott]

Haha yeah that's why I can't see myself ever really needing 100 megapixels

[@retirewithjames6745]

I believe that detail is important. In street photography even when it is a dirty wall your admirers are all going to be looking at different things within your image. Seeing it with absolutely clarity is important. Unless you are going for more of a bokeh effect. Or blurred image for effect. Intensity of color, or black and white, all important to show each image at its best.

[@luischavezphoto]

It’s so cool to see how medium format impacts the type of photos you shoot. You should come to California and take a portrait of me in my native land. Disneyland.

[@discotechwreck]

You finally got your hands on it! Probably my dream camera to be honest

[@cshevlin]

Great video! I recently purchased the X2D with the 38V. As a Leica user, I am impressed with the build, image quality, etc. However, the weight and battery life take some getting used to. I experienced the same heat issue when shooting on a hot day. With all of that said, I love the camera. It takes incredible images with explosive colors, and the ability to punch in with little degrading is helpful. So, as a hobbyist, I am happy with the camera. Now, I just need to get out and shoot more, but I have to work to pay for this expensive kit. LOL.

[@stuartshook3614]

Great video! I used the same setup for 4 days in NY a few months ago. I found the auto focus a bit challenging. What was your experience? Especially with some of the action scenes?

[@ScottSpear-qn9uk]

I have shot digital photos in some of those locales in NYC and those images are amazing!

[@allisongreen3166]

Way to switch it up! It would be interesting to see how this kit affects your approach to street. I love the crop on the pic of the basketball game.

[@philipvernon_photography]

I enjoy using this camera for street with focus peeking and the results are stellar! Set correctly it’s like a point and shoot.

[@and1baumann]

Great review! I think the Q3 also has about the same EVF specs... (correct me if I'm wrong)

[@AdvayMengle]

My daily shooter is the a7rv, and it has >9MM dot EVF. When I return to the a7iv, which has only 3.7M and I can notice the drop. I worry I'll feel the same with the x2d's lower EVF resolution.

[@bmkq2007]

It been sitting in my B&H wishlist basket for over a year now, hesitant to pull the trigger. Still can't logically justify the price tag but my heart desire it, as i print regularly my travel captured images. I never though printed larger than 1m long by 61 cm wide, which even my fuji xt3 can deliver a high quality print of this size. Still not decided to either go for this one or pull the trigger on Leica M model, hopefully they come up with an M iteration with IBIS. But hey love the images you have pulled here and as always love your street photography work and noticed that i have been watching many of your posts without subscribing. Just did now :)

[@chrishilton6378]

A couple of questions in my mind. 1 - Does it do what you need it to do for your use case? 2 - Does it inspire you enough to get out and create more? 3 - Did you keep it? 4 - can you look past the price?

[@JohnnyMcMillan]

As much as I love Faizal's videos, (and this isn't a dig against him) but starting to just get tired of companies paying/shipping cameras to influencer just to review. Seen about 5 videos with this Hassie and they're all "raving" about the camera as they have to

[@hnguyen218]

Send this to a 70 yr old Magnum photographer or a young dude with 200K subs. Pretty simple answer.

[@zackspreitzer2872]

To be fair are they raving because they're getting paid or is a Hasselblad just an objectively cool camera?

[@josephk1342]

@@zackspreitzer2872 it’s cool, but he hedges the entire video. “I don’t think x, y, and z is necessary, but maybe it is, what do you think?” There’s no real “review” here.

[@jl2899]

agreed. stopped watching 1 minute in to stop encouraging this algorithm

[@paulmiles9388]

I agree with you Johnny!! It takes at least 3 months of constant use to really understand the camera you bought. Then you can really discuss the camera thoroughly pluses and minuses. Although I will say Faizal did a good job with this video.

[@sandnoodles]

Great photos and the camera looks nice. Couldn't ever justify the price for it. I wonder how much mark up there is on it compared to production costs and such.

[@UListenHere]

Beautiful images and video, heartfelt thanks! Here, in germany, the hasselblad X2D is lower in price than the Leica M11. I was analog photographer and in search of a digital camera that „runs like a analog“. First have a touch on the M11, but give it back and buyed the X2D with XCD 2.5 55v. Absolute stunning, I use it for every occasion. The handling, quality and image quality are phenomenal. I use phocus on mac to import and convert to .fff files. I’m 100% satisfied and love this camera! Best camera i think. I do architecture, landscape, little street in all naturam light situations, perfect. Also convert to black and white is phantastic too.

[@bjornelenfors2039]

Excellent work with the camera too! I miss New York City!

[@vianch_tog]

the pink car WHY in black and white !!! loses half of the magic

[@izzatIHH55]

right! And his color preset would work well with the subject too

[@human-connections]

Man, seriously! I was so excited to see the shot and it was effin black and white. But maybe that's what he was going for?

[@FaizalWestcott]

I liked the timeless feel of it in black and white better

[@Rumplestiltskin7]

​@@FaizalWestcott Holy sh@t, people complaining about your creative decisions is beyond my comprehension

[@calebweiss2223]

@@FaizalWestcott honestly enjoyed the perhaps unconscious subversion of one’s expectations to highlight the stark colors by instead going black and white.

[@simon359]

How is the auto focus on this camera, the speed for getting accurate shots on the street? As far as use for me in street photography, no way and that’s specifically because of the price! I can see this camera used for nature, photography, or like you say studio work. I use Fuji XT5, and with 40 megapixels have more than enough to crop easily! have to admit I’ve always looked at Hasselblad, but it’s always been way too expensive for my budget. Plus Leica cameras are already a magnet for criminals, I can imagine they would be even more interested in the Hasselblad!

[@CZfromtheNorth]

Maybe I missed it, but what did you film the shots of you out in the street with? That's great looking video!

[@thomasbeaujoin8510]

Hi, nice video as always. I have a probably stupid question but, do you get to keep the camera after you are done making your review?

[@rphotographyofficial]

isant the leica q3 with 5.76 dots evf too?

[@bailey.nt86]

As is the Nikon Z6iii and it's way brighter ✨️ this dude just has to make his sponsor money, I'm not knocking him.

[@NTXMarcusS]

What did you think about the lens for street photography? The XCD 2.5/55V lens you used is a 43mm equivalent and weighs 372g. I would be interested in your opinion on whether you felt like the 55V was too tight for street photography. The XCD 4/45P is smaller and lighter with a 35mm equivalent field of view, and the XCD 2.5/38V is even wider at 30mm equivalent.

[@67comet]

EVF For the win .. When I have to use the back screen for photography, I feel like I should just drag my phone out and use that because "Photography" .. This camera has my armature butt seriously contemplating going into debt for a while just because .. it's so beautiful! I'd use it for Street, Weddings, Family get togethers, night photography, astrophotography, and of course portraits. I NEVER use the video option on my camera, so a camera absolutely focused on photography is a total win for me. Fun video, fun images, thank you for making this content.

[@janromo9753]

Good one. Like the 3rd person perspective

[@kvnpmrtn]

Been eyeing the X2D... Since you own an M11-P... If you had $15K to drop on a new camera, would you get the M11-P again, or the X2D?

[@user-pp4iw3cr2m]

Was this camera nice to shoot as far as catching a moment even when moving a bit fast? Like , does it feel similar to let’s say using a sl3 as far as pointing and shooting ? It does it feel slow

[@RecluseNotes]

Having Leica M11 now, but really want to try X2D. I don't know, may be I will be dissapointed

[@Sos_June]

What camera did you shoot this video with? I’m so curious. Video work is lovely as well

[@FaizalWestcott]

Sony A7IV

[@NeonShores]

What's crazy is it's still cheaper than a Leica M11.

[@ZachMayfield]

your videos are beautiful dude, keep it up!

[@lucnienhuis7335]

It seems to me, that this camera shows more details and contrast. Specially in the clothing(fabrics). That results in more texture visible and different shimmering. And the coloring is on its own. That can make you look different and at extra layers to your street photography. Example the b&w picture with the lady with the long knit.

[@RS-Amsterdam]

After half an hour you sure need the IBIS and a wrist band and after 1 hour probably a back brace too. But , nice shots !!

[@Gadgetcuy]

Like the new style of video in the end

[@rexsoriano4389]

Would be cool to see your take on landscape photography. Doesn't have to be the Hasselblad - could be your standard gear, but in a different setting outside the city streets.

[@Maxhster]

i want one, but i could never shake the fear of going out with 10k++.

[@---us7qf]

Especially if you live in a messed up Liberal crime ridden city, like I do. Just no way!

[@declandebarra]

I bought that exact same bag in Tokyo. Love it.

[@javixo1997]

My dream camera is an X2D but with a rangefinder, that would be the closest digital equivalent to a Mamiya 7. We need one, but I'm sure that won't happen

[@NovakTheEnjoyer]

Dude, the basketball picture @1:50. Omg I'm dead.

[@peetkornsen]

When you started the camera in the video, it felt like it took forever to boot up before you could take a picture 🙈

[@donnieseals2829]

Thanks for the video. I have a Leica Q2 that I LOVE, but I'm looking to possibly add this.

[@crlclssic]

Incredible! And epic video Too

[@aratafreecs3445]

I am very compelled by the Hasselblad cameras, but I have no need for it. My setup gives me all the image quality and megapixels I could want. For me, the appeal of the Hasselblad stems from the increased colour depth, dynamic range and larger sensor, which is also what compelled me to go from APS-C to Full Frame.

[@cindyrosen8170]

Such amazing images!

[@Atomicgherkin]

I knew this day would come. My eyes are ready, please be gentle.

[@marcusnz232]

Makes me wish I lived in NYC.

[@thesecretlifeofmichal]

I just can't help it. I wish I could get my hands on it for the color science of Hassie scientists.

[@dangilmore9724]

100mp only improves resolution by about 12.5%. Hasselblad makes a beautiful camera but the new ones don't "feel" like a Hasselblad if you know what I mean. I've used Hasselblad film cameras for 40 years and as for their digital kit, I like the H6 series with a good back on it.

[@bengeeshoots]

never mind the camera.. the colour grade on the NY footage! 👌

[@twig7534]

Awesome camera. I’m sure in the future they will make storage an easy non issue, regardless of amount of data. But for myself, the cost and concern of the hardware for the processing and storage is not worth it. I’m tapping out of the megapixel game at 40-50.

[@govindarumi]

street photography in New York is like having a cheat code

[@pauljenkin297]

I used Hasselblad 'V' series cameras for many years but only used it on the street a couple of times. I also owned a Fuji GFX50r which I probably used on the street 10-12 times. Personally, I found the GFX50r too cumbersome for street shooting and I really don't see any point in buying a 100MP camera to use for street / documentary shooting as 20-40MP is more than enough to have for posting on the web or printing.

[@chengo51]

.....disregard the price tag ? Silly idea.....my bank account just can't ! While I had Hasselblad in the past, I just cannot afford anything Hasselblad today so it is not a matter of "disregard".

[@mnaz5628]

I don't understand why they sent this camera to someone that is primarily a street photographer. The ideal user for this camera would be for in studio work and / or landscape photography. The price tag is also not in the realm of "most" peoples budget. I think they make a fine product but it is a luxury item that is for a specific end user. I think most street photographers are not going to want to carry around a large camera, risk being robbed and do not likely need such large files. I still like your channel and find your videos informative. I think the manufacturer missed the mark / target audience of your subscribers.

[@aabeen1]

I like to crop, so would love the extra megapixels.

[@Jan-Gess]

The images look gorgeous though

[@davehemprich-bennett9336]

I’d love to have one, and would love to use it for street photography. But like, in the same way that I’d love to own a new Ferrari and if I did I might take it grocery shopping sometimes

[@scottrgarland]

OOooo gimmie dat!

[@pinkfatcap]

I dont really think that person started a conversation because of its size. Its really because of what it is, it says Hasselblad with big letters on it, thats why he approached you, you dont see a camera like that every day especially out in the streets. By the way as this is a very uncommon camera, think that this camera is as big as a Z8, infact the Z8 is slightly taller due to the EVF.

[@ZappaBlues]

Black duct tape over the name might help a bit.

[@girliedog]

You're to young to remember the days when Medium format with under 50 mg would cost you $30K. I see the the X2d as making this technology financially accessible with a LOT of improvements and improved user experience.

[@dylx1283]

when you really don't want to get robbed

[@jl2899]

miss the old faizal

[@AndrewSzarka]

I don't know why photographers think that It's okay to take pictures of people unconsensually and post it on the internet. I would never do that...

[@drwatsonismine]

M11 P is just as expensive….

[@stevenbusby9209]

And the batteries and accessories are less expensive that Leica?

[@cristibaluta]

I would not use such a camera for more than portraits

[@314LA]

If you don't need fast optics (0.95, 1.4) and 2.5 (2.0 for 35mm) is enough, if you don't shoot people in motion - then the X2D is a great camera. But any manual Leica camera will be much faster (if you know how to shoot with a rangefinder camera), and fast optics will give you photos that the X2D can't give. For a static picture, the X2D will be better in color (the resolution is about the same), but the new Chinese V-optics for the X2D are the disappointment of the year. Fast and lightweight, but optically much worse than the previous one. I doubt the prospects of the Chinese Hasselblad.

[@matsefcik]

Why go to the gym when you could just do X2D curls

[@mozambiquehere239]

X2D is my dream cam. BUT I HAVE NO $🙃🙃🙃

[@JoshDoob]

ayoooooo

[@kamruzzamanuzzal3764]

i don't think it's meant for street photography

[@TopshelfJunior]

The anticipation of watching this video and patiently waiting to see the images taken on it, like a lil' kid on Christmas eve, giddy to open up presents the next day...

[@rf.photographs]

Color-grading changed up in this video. Looks "cinematic". Lol

[@jherylelim]

hello

[@FaizalWestcott]

hi

[@xjuanx92]

🤣😂😅

[@josh2392PWD]

Dude, i love the content of your videos but the music choice most the time is too much. Maybe turn it down and it will be better. Just my opinion of course.

[@Tech_Stuff_and_Other_Stuff]

Music is spot on imo. One of the reasons I come here😅

[@cammackey]

I personally loved the levels of the music

[@bittiapina]

@@Tech_Stuff_and_Other_Stuff Same. I've been kind of missing the jazzy vibes and glad he returned to it. Could still easily hear the voiceovers so didn't bother me either.

[@FaizalWestcott]

thanks for the feedback! I'll try to make the music less overpowering next time

[@Jebusjoose]

OVF > EVF