A legendary 90’s lens, reborn.

[@_o__o_]

stop wit da robot shyte homie

[@GxAce]

Nah.

[@darthjump]

It´s the Neuromancer.

[@skyo1201]

@@GxAce Please love your content, but that robotic voice hurts to listen to maybe don't get totally rid of it, but just try to change it to something easier to listen to

[@bananaear23]

@@GxAce without hating it is actually extremely distracting, cringe and annoying. Your content is extremely well made then if feels like a cheesy, out of place, overused bit. I normally agree trolls are annoying but I felt the need to help maybe get through to you

[@JabSugarAnderson]

Gx keep doing what you're doing.

[@Garry.Man.]

These are just comically well-made at this point.

[@GxAce]

hahah. I take that as a huge compliment ;)

[@imobiliarebucuresti]

The videos? Yes!!!!

[@theartofphotography]

I miss the 90's. And I miss this channel between every video!

[@GxAce]

Me too! Also, the wait is over tomorrow ;)

[@REMY.C.]

Gonna be honest here. I've been following you for a while and everytime I see the notification I go on my big monitor, close the curtains, put my headphones on, relax and watch the videos and it's a f***ing blast! I might be wrong by doing this comparison but it's like I'm enjoying a Blade Runner and let me tell you. This movie is my favorite of all time since I watched it few years after the release. I would really love to see an episode in which you talk about your journey, what did you do (I think you're a machinist), how you came to photography and filmmaking, how you got better, what inspires you (I have a small idea), it would inspire a lot of us.

[@TessaBury]

While we can only speculate about what life was like in the 1990s, content like this allows us to experience it on a more visceral level.

[@GxAce]

:)

[@EstelonAgarwaen]

the photos sure looked great with these lenses :D if you wanted to take some portraits, get a 90s outfit for your model, get a roll of some color or b/w film that was in production back then (idk trix or sth) and any camera with that lens. youll be in heaven.

[@Riccardo_Mori]

From personal experience, life in the 1990s was great. The Web was at its heyday, and there was a lot of excitement for this new thing called the Internet. Mobile phones were simpler, messaging was simpler, and the ability to call people from wherever, or send them a text that they would read and respond to right away felt a bit like magic. Photography-wise, it was awesome. Lots of cameras to choose from, at any price, and with some fantastic mid-level and high-end SLRs (though I never liked the increase in use of plastic for camera manufacturing). Film was ubiquitous and cheap - you could even buy it at a supermarket, at least where I lived - and you could easily find a photo lab that really developed & printed your rolls in one hour. The whole process, now that I consider it with hindsight, felt as fast and convenient as digital is today. Cheers! //Rick

[@navigatorofthevalley]

It was awesome :)

[@Balloonbot]

Imagine meeting someone born in the 90's. What fascinating tales they could regale. Historians claim they were once ruled by a monarch known as the "Fresh Prince".

[@JumpingWatermelons]

YES. This is high level camera nerd stuff. I don't do any of this, but I like seeing/hearing about it

[@caleb.gray92]

Seriously can't say enough about how well-made these videos are. I love every second of them.

[@User_not_found_403]

Can't get enough of this Bladerunner-esc GX content. A cinematic feast for the camera gear geek in me.

[@jpoconnor5744]

I can’t help but make another comment. Your videos are absolutely top shelf. Visuals, lighting, audio, voice, pace, transitions, editing, everything are spot on and seamless. My only “complaints” are they are way too short and way too long between releases! 😂 But quality beats quantity every time!

[@ericfilkins1670]

your videos are INSANE! they're always an instant watch for me

[@GxAce]

Glad you like them! :D

[@Joblos116]

Your videos are so beautifully well-made that you could talk about the best burrito of all time and I would watch it with the same level of attention.

[@rjohnbernales]

Thanks for introducing us to this stuff. Love that you’ve been putting out more content recently. Always enjoyable. Although,no pressure. Just release whenever you want.

[@ashqinmoe]

The bit where you're walking down that path while saying "I've been waiting for something like this for a very long time", really jived with me and I don't know why.

[@lucassakell5849]

this has to be the best channel i've had the fortune to stumble upon. KEEP MAKING MORE BECAUSE THIS IS HILARIOUSLY GOOD. I WOULD GO TO A CINEMA JUST TO WATCH A NEW VIDEO OF YOURS.....

[@nadirmachane9328]

the luck we have man 😂

[@Scxnks]

This is cinema-grade quality, keep it up!

[@jpoconnor5744]

I have the full lens from them. Absolutely amazing lens. It looks and feels like a Leica lens. Of course, the optics are incredible!

[@GxAce]

Totally agree! It's an awesome little kit! Enjoy yours!

[@nestorisaacestoque5989]

I love your content. I love your aesthetics. I love that retro-cyberpunk style visuals and voice you make. Please keep making videos like these. You've inspired me as an amateur photographer to finally persue making more videos with aesthetics that I actually like (much like yours). 💙

[@matthewmintuk2921]

I've just binged about 20 of your videos. Thank you. You have made a penny drop for me about photography and me trying to find my voice and style. Keep up the great work!

[@eddy4719]

I think I never commented so often on a channel like on yours 😂 . But again. Your videos should be the absolute new standard for creators on KZbin, who take it seriously. The vibe, Editing, lighting. This is absolutely incredible man. Please keep it up!

[@wearetheunknown8162]

I bought this lens and a G1 by accident, as I travelled to by a Nikon F3 but missed it, they had this. Absolutely Love it, got my Nikon F3 HP somewhere else another day but this lens is fantastic. Need a M BODY and this conversion now 🤯🥳

[@AlfieWeaverLeonGale]

This is by far the highest looking production for a KZbin channel

[@Sonyalphalovers]

Wow the effort that’s gone into this video is mind blowing 🤯

[@dosiedos]

the production of EVERY SINGLE VIDEO i've seen for the past year are just immaculate bro i'm in love w your channel and how you present info

[@bognad158]

I just love the whole cyberpunk aesthetic of your content, the robot voice sure is a nice touch. Please, keep up the awesome work!

[@AnthonyJGianotti]

So cool you can convert these to such a universal mount.

[@bloodswarms]

That good GxAce dope early in the morning. No better way to start the day!

[@Headless_Hooman]

That train picture what fucking phenomenal. I said, "What a great fckin picture." OUT LOUD in a room by myself. My first thought was that the lines were satisfying, but the subject was really out of focus. My eyes moved right to follow the lines to their point of conversion, and oh, there you are, the actual subject of the photo. A bright face, glued to the wonders of the world beyond the window. Almost if the glass is the only thing holding her back from falling right out of the train. I had to read that picture from left to right and I fucking loved it.

[@AlexArmitage]

I watch all of your videos without ever caring what they are about. True fanboy

[@thelumenmedia]

Can’t stop watching your videos dude!!!

[@elgapratama8174]

As always, your content quality is out of this world. Nice JOBBBBB!!!!

[@AbdalaBrothers]

The level of your content is unbelievable

[@MikeChudley]

Another incredible video.

[@grokkvondenhorbs]

Just a plain and simple 'whoa' for your videos & reviews! Keep up your amazing work!

[@GreatAsaf]

Only now did I discover your channel. It is a breath of fresh air, love the aesthetic. Keep up the good work, you have gained a subscriber!

[@hassanazzi8689]

I feel like watching you from the future, Good Job!

[@fatsamurai869]

I bought a black G2 and the 45mm f2 on a whim a few months ago and finally got my shots back this week and this lens is no joke and 100% is worth the hype. I just need Fujifilm to make a full frame cause this lens and their film sims would be a wild duo

[@karim2k]

The video is mazing I'm lost between the scifi feel and the everlasting lenses

[@Bo_Hazem]

You are my best ever lens reviewer, I even see videos about lenses/cameras that I don't care about like this due to the insane production quality. Wonderful!

[@MarcS4R]

dude your videos are just so good. really happy when i see a new one in my feed.

[@benedekfodor269]

I'd like to recommend you a lens: Zeiss Pancolar 80mm F1.8. It's so gosh darn fun

[@marksmello]

Love your content so much. You’re a gem.

[@GxAce]

I appreciate that! Thanks so much :)

[@crazyFrankyy]

Quality of video on perfect level for me!

[@elliothickle3247]

Absolutely love the ultrawide content! It looks stunning on my ultrawide monitor and its hard to find this level of quality camera work outside of feature films!

[@PresidentNiczen]

Everytime I see your newest video you've shot up 10k views and my man it is so deserved! I found you because of your fuji 35mm video and right after went on eBay and got one. You no joke saved me from getting rid of my Fuji Xt3 and just going full modern with my A7r4. I had never had a fuji lens before that and was rocking an ef adapter on the xt3 and it just didn't feel fun if that makes sense?? But after I got as you called it "the only fuju lens you really need" WOW did everything change. I don't know why but it's like the title "there's something just special about this lens". Love all that you do, excited to see more!! My wallet is not though because you make me spend a lot of money🤣

[@MaltandMake]

I love the idea of swapping optical groups between systems. Definitely a rabbit hole I want to dive down now!

[@andrewwilliams5337]

Commenting for the algo. Gotta keep these magical videos coming.

[@datAero]

This is a game changer. Thanks for the video

[@kennethscott5057]

the shot at 3:27 is easily in my top 10 images ive seen this year. love everything about your channel but you managed to outdo even yourself there 🙌

[@tthurlow]

Yeah, I've watched this video a couple times since it was released, and each time I made a funny noise when this photo popped up. Stellar work.

[@GxAce]

Come hang out with all the Replicants over at patreon.com/gxace for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and other awesome perks.

[@AchillesHealz]

Your videos make me want to break free from the shackles of office life and go outside to take pictures.

[@thebkstank2095]

I love these, but like, what part of the "story" does the robot voice tell?

[@GxAce]

There is no story, it’s just a gear review.

[@thebkstank2095]

@@GxAce oh absolutely. I just meant that like when you take a picture, it tells a story. Was just wondering if there was rhyme or reason to how the voiceover was broken up. Keep making these 😁

[@sburgos9621]

After buying a bunch of modern lenses and then being gifted some really nice retro ones I am on a retro lens kick. Recently purchased a projector lens that gives interesting renderings.

[@gheeno.]

production is fantastic holy.

[@BryceKoebel]

This reminds me of that old game where the villian says "ALL YOUR BASE ARE BELONG TO US"

[@raksh9]

Just wondering: when adding shims to reach infinity focus, how do you know when it is achieved? Is this a matter of trial and error and seeing if the image on the camera is at infinity focus, or is the visible without having to screw the lens housing together?

[@GxAce]

It's a trial and error situation. Pretty easy to figure out but does require you to take it apart a couple times to dial it in the first time.

[@TheNegativeSpacePhotographer]

Like every time a truly awesome ans inspiring video. I really enjoy to see content this often and watch it on my big screen. Often the videos inspire me to go out and shoot! THX!!! Maybe I should get one of those and one of the original Sony a 7S´s.

[@lookitcrashed]

Your content is on another level, dig cyberpunk and cameras. I hope to see you expand your content to other things as well just because this is all so good and I’d love to see more.

[@midnightkendo]

As amazing as always! thankyou for another banger

[@MrMilanina]

I wish they made such kit for G 90mm Sonnar. That paired with G45mm would be a great two lens kit.

[@shyamde1]

These videos look better than the last 5 movies I have watched

[@thesteampunkinc]

Man, I know little about cameras, but your videos make me want to learn more.

[@meowsefer]

Good God these videos...films...videofilms are so satisfying. I'll never have these lenses but it doesn't even matter.

[@GxAce]

Thanks so much :D

[@Hsmwihs2]

love your work, i've geeked out to like three diff friends about it

[@GxAce]

Awesome, thank you! That's super cool!

[@davekorzan]

You are incredible maaaan! Love your perspective and aesthetics!

[@unboxoverkill]

LETS GOOOOO GXAXE!

[@brycenew10]

legendary cinematography my friend.

[@Ethnvisual]

Well ... as always ... Perfect !

[@coltonberry9935]

Good to know the G2 and RTS3 I just bought won't drag their lenses to the grave when they inevitably, tragically, die.

[@jonathancanevet]

Your work is insane, i follow you since the video that you made about the fuji xt3. I buy this one thanks to this video and now i build my society as a photographer & filmaker and start this one in few months. thank's for your work !! (sorry my english is bad ...)

[@LukeTaylorPhotography]

I always enjoy your videos. I've never considered rehousing a lens until now lol.

[@GGrev]

About a decade ago I bought a whole set of Contax Zeiss G lenses and they're still in storage. I got them for the Sony Alphas/NEX cameras I have and they are pretty amazing. Now that I think about it, I got two whole sets of Minolta SR lenses, the "poor man's Leica" stuff because I loved their rendering so much. Then a whole set of the Contax SLR lenses... I need to dig all of them out.

[@BenGleasonMedia]

Breathtaking video as always! im just so inspired to make content after watching your videos! 🙌

[@GxAce]

Thanks so much! I'm glad they've inspired you!

[@EVRLYNMedia]

you are legit inspiring me lmao i love your video style so much

[@juyeongpark2892]

these videos are just soooo good, you just wait you will reach 1mill one year, top keep up the aesthetic, I love it even though I don't know single shit about camera

[@24fpsmax]

I feel like you're directly targeting me with every video. I've literally been thinking about this lens the last few days and you come out with this film haha

[@mgyeri]

Please tell me where you learnt how to do sounddesign, because I AM IN LOVE. But all aspects of this video are perfect, the colors, the editing, the content, it's beautiful. Please never stop blessing us viewers with your content.

[@guccimain89]

Zeiss planar 45mm f2 is my go to lens and is my favorite lens ever made. I keep it on my G bodies though.

[@shinkunAvi]

Have never used contax but looks great!!!

[@SuperSejeHenze]

Photo at 3:30 looks sick, is it possible to get?

[@JaymesMedia]

Every time you drop a video, my day/night is made. Are you still shooting in S-Log or switched over to Raw Video?

[@GxAce]

Thanks so much, Myron! :D. This is all shot in 4:2:2 10bit 100Mbps S-log 3

[@JaymesMedia]

@@GxAce that’s the just shows how knowledgeable you are with color & lighting. Your image look like you’re shooting at the highest quality possible.

[@JaymesMedia]

@@GxAce you’re more then welcome

[@smen2586]

Love your work and tone. I have the 50mm f1.4 Contax and there is something in how old Zeiss's render images that make them so unique.

[@WilliamWei007]

High quality video as always

[@AsianWithHat]

Ahh yes, another Contax Zeiss short film.

[@teabeat428]

Just dropping by for the amazing quality and storytelling. I’m not even interested in lenses. Keep it up! And have a beautiful day

[@1234Wilksey]

This guy is the MelodySheep of Camera Gear reviewing... I actually had to look up to see if they were the same guy

[@tylerharden2152]

Did the amtrack image use the preset? It’s beautiful.

[@MrMilanina]

Is minimum focus of 0.5m lost by converting the lens? I know the patch in Leica won't follow below 0.7m, but still useful feature to use with Live view. Thanks!

[@PrincessAshly]

You video was freaking beautiful, instant subscribe.

[@luigsfilms]

Man your content is top notch. Glad i found your channel. You ever tried the otus line? I shot on otus for years in a professional setting weekly and the bokeh is the most appealing out of all lenses i worked with. It is a real art lens. They are heavy but worth to carry around without a question. The 55 and 85 are my favorite. Iam used to shoot anamorphics on a weekly bases but there is something special to the otus line. The otus has a sence of 3D effect i've never seen before. They are the most modern and clean optics with a ton of character hard to explain the rendering if you never put one on the front of your sensor. You move 1mm on the focus ring and the whole background changes.

[@maybejensen]

Another banger

[@ucNguyen-gt7be]

Damnn first time seeing ur video blows my mind away. It's just so incredible

[@Erik-cq4vc]

Really cool product. I shoot that lens on my G1 and it is one of the nicest ever made as you noted. I don't own any M mount cameras, but it's nice to know that in the future there's another option to keep the lens in use. Maybe I'll pickup a non-Leica M camera when that day comes.

[@colelarson6795]

is the 45mm contax a lens that you could use on the m6 without an external viewfinder? possibly using the 50mm framelines? or is it unable to read it or something?

[@_FullerFYI]

This channel is DOPE.

[@mikebhatia2335]

I ordered the conversion kit. The front ring of my G45 won't move. Any idea what I could do?

[@BlueHourVisions]

I see major resemblance of the xpro model, Or rather the other way around. I would totally Love one of these cameras! Thank you for your amazing videos as always

[@ChairmanZhongXiNa]

bro why is the voice over so ASMR like

[@BryanRodgers]

Why is no one mentioning how great the production quality is?!

[@griffinparker8581]

Hey how many gaskets did you use

[@user-ve9vy3bt4u]

Beautiful