My First Time Using a Fuji | The GFX 50R

Recently I have been on a mission to see if there is a better landscape photography camera out there for me and this week I have a Fujifilm GFX 50R medium format camera. I meet up with BVS & Jodie and head to Dunstanburgh to capture some seascapes during a cold winter sunset.
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[@llaughridge]

You set the nearest shutter speed on the top dial and then use the back thumb dial for the more precise adjustment to speeds that aren't listed on the top dial. Also, it has BUILT IN focus bracketing. If you actually learn about the camera you'll get so much more out of it.

[@scotttucker9613]

I am SO TIRED of KZbinrs uploading a "first impressions!!!!!" video, only to realize the KZbinr knows almost NOTHING about the camera. Any of us could take this camera out of the box and fiddle around with it for a day, mate, you aren't SHOWING us anything. This has no VALUE.

[@junjunt119]

Many fuji fan girls say fuji has the best ergos and are easy to use, yet we can see that is quite the lie. The grip is terrible, it's like holding a huge solid brick with no good grip. Lack of d-pad. Dumb dials that only please nostalgic old school film camera users. Lenses are huge for the body. If you have to read the manual to go out and simply take manual settings of slow paced photography then it isn't well designed nor intuitive.

[@scotttucker9613]

@@junjunt119 Like using a goddamned Sony or Canon R are intuitive? Don't make me laugh. Using any professional grade tool without reading the manual once is a fool's game. And yes, Fuji does a fantastic job exposing most of the critical controls on physical dials, vs having to menu dive on other modern brands. I've shot Oly, Canon, Fuji, and Sony, and Fuji are by far and away the most fun and intuitive to shoot on.

[@seantomlinson3320]

Thank you Len. I really like Thomas' channel but this series of "how to bumble through enormously expensive cameras!" is already grating on me. Learn the camera, THEN use it. Learn at least simple stuff like how to set SS and what base ISO is and how to focus. Sheesh.

[@junjunt119]

@@scotttucker9613 Yes a Sony or EOSR are easier to use MANUAL MODE without reading a damn manual if you're an experienced photographer. If an experienced photographer like Thomas cannot figure out how to set his shutter speed on the Fuji than that speaks volume of its design for BASIC functions. The whole switch to T dial or going the closest speed you want than using the rear dial thing is stupid and unintuitive unless you come from or long for a film like camera. This is the 21st century, a digital camera, it doesn't need to be complex for the sake of nostalgia.

[@weschilton]

I really love the way the peach-colored light is reflected in the black rocks. Just lovely.

[@mosesve1]

Thomas...! Please. I think very few here would have a problem with you skipping an upload once in a while. Please take your time. Everything in the last month or so was like "I just took it and went out" or "I just stood up and turned on the camera to film this and I don't know what I am talking about". With lots of viewers comes great responsibility, expecially when it comes down to gear. Even if you are saying that everybody should try bevore buying something, you have to know that there are a lot of people who will actually buy what you use! And I can't watch any more unprepared high-end-camera-testing videos of you. 1. RTFM! - 2. Try it for yourself! - 3. Make a video. Not the other way around... Sorry. Love you.

[@cristibaluta]

A lot of upset people here on the fact that it wasn't so intuitive to adjust the exposure, but i usually do a search on google on spot if i forget where are my menus on sony. The other problem with focus i'm sure is not written in the manual. I agree with you though that skipping videos for a proper one will not bother many.

[@mikeysteam]

Agreed, unfortunately despite saying 'this is not a review' Thomas has ventured into gear comparison territory, which can only result in dividing his subscribers. Those who have the camera he chooses, and all those who have brought 'the wrong make'. Shame, he should have played it down and concentrated on his amazing photography.

[@os6219]

I believe that you could have taken the manual with you or looked up on the internet in less than 3 minutes how to focus stack or control your shutter speed. Makes me feel you and some other tubers out there are getting a bit arrogant. +300k subscribers minus 1 still makes good money I guess. Don’t take me wrong, I deeply respect your work, but I am getting tired of it, as I don’t really get any added value out of it. ( yes I know that honesty never pays off) Wishing you all the best!

[@cikgukereta]

Chill bro.. its okay to just get out and shoot. People got excited with new system. Mee too when i got into Sony system. 😂

[@dsdave07]

@@cikgukereta I was excited about getting OUT of the Sony system.

[@ihidnan]

I liked this video and your humbleness at admitting that you didn’t get the shot as expected. It teaches us all a valuable lesson. Also I’m starting to like Brendon and his style as well.

[@robstammers7149]

Yet another gorgeous video, a delight to watch and listen to, music is just right. Thank you.

[@tmorterlaing]

Merry Christmas! It’s funny how for a non review channel this has become a really interesting viewing as we have the honour of experiencing your real time experiences with these cameras.

[@pingopallo1]

I'm happy to finally see you out in the open again !!

[@alecmurray4921]

Great location! I’m A UK-born Canadian. Spent my childhood summers hiking in the Lake District and Northumberland. My favourite spots were Dunstanburgh, Bamburgh and Lindisfarne. Lovely country, great shot, and thanks for taking me back in time.

[@The11Victor]

Love seeing #TheGreatTHeat support other channels in his videos. Merry Christmas from Canada!

[@robertblesse5108]

Thanks, Tom-Merry (after) Christmas [and] Happy New Year-soon. Cheers!

[@ChrisCapell57]

Have a Good New Year, and I'll be up in your neck of the woods in April seeing family so hopping to get same nice photos.

[@H00LIGUN]

great vid as always Thomas, thank you ;) Happy New Year!

[@brentjones571]

Always Enjoy your black boulder shots and the castle , I remember your previous shots .

[@RandyPollock]

When he said he just took it out of the box and hadn't looked at the menus or manual...I almost stopped the video. It's a wonderful camera (and lens) but it does have a little of a learning curve ...why try "learning the camera" on slippery stones next to the ocean trying to avoid spray...lol... long time viewer, but come on Thomas but a little effort into these wonderful cameras you are trying out.

[@ForTheLoveOfSuits]

Randy Pollock I think you’re missing the entire point.

[@driverv86]

Yeah not only is it a very deep camera, Fuji has its own idiosyncrasies compared to Canon or Nikon that will require a learning curve. I still think it's worth it though. (No I don't shoot fuji, but I have).

[@RandyPollock]

@@ForTheLoveOfSuits must have then

[@terrywbreedlove]

He is purposely making the big Fuji and Nikons look bad because he already knows he will stay with Canon and buy the 5Ds. With his Pro L lenses he already owns it is exactly what I would do. I just wouldn’t make such a big fake show of it.

[@driverv86]

@@terrywbreedlove I think he might be doing that subconsciously but not on purpose. The 5DSR doesn't have ideal dynamic range for landscapes though, so that would be a bit silly. I'm sure he's doing his best to be fair though. Personally I would do what he did and take it out without reading the manual, but I probably wouldn't have filmed and posted it. Just makes people rage.

[@andychattaway5620]

Great Vlog, Can't wait til Sunday to see the results and Toms thoughts from the shoot 👍

[@imageswestcanada]

As you've discovered, the normal Lee Filters 82mm adapter ring does not properly thread onto the GF 23mm f4 - but Lee does make a special adapter ring just for that lens.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

I did not know this. Thanks a lot for the info :)

[@cgriggsiv]

Nothing wrong with taking the camera out to the field and working with it so you can figure out exactly how to work it you see something but you just keep working at it until you actually find out how it works into you have no more light left then it's time to get back home before your stuck in Black boulders all around you and you can't see where the hell you're going so it's best to go to a certain point of light and get your butt out safely

[@ChocolateHabanero22]

periods???

[@leopoldcroato4141]

Merry Christmas Thomas... your simplicity is amazing 😊😉

[@GraemeSomerville]

When I start hearing Diaphanous playing Tom I know your going to have a cool image to share. Thanks for keeping me inspired.

[@Rad_Travels]

No offense , but from your GFX and D850 videos, it seems to me that you didn't put lots of efforts and time to learn the cameras and the new systems to get the best of them for your shots. Maybe you actually don't want to switch!! I am not saying it's deliberate but I wouldn't be surprised if you ended up keeping using your current Canon camera. Nothing wrong with that but why bother if you're judging the D850 or GFX based on 1-2 shots?

[@kosmidts]

He doesn´t want to switch...And of the photographs he is making he shows always the same thing...long exp. He can do only one thing he is good at. That is his problem.

[@FranzFridl]

It's very nice to remember the places from past videos

[@AlGreenLightThroughGlass]

Love the 'learn by doing' bloke approach - my favorite.

[@PatrickDodds1]

Merry Christmas Mr Heaton - thanks for the video!

[@ronaldquint]

Merry Christmas Thomas. It looks like you have a wonderful Christmas present. Best of luck in the new year.

[@WayneRobertsonPhotography]

Love these real tests, looking forward to a close up of the files 👍🏻

[@michellefitch5942]

Beautiful, love the sky light captured in the rocks...

[@johnspencer1146]

Great video Thomas, looking forward to the next one testing the GFX and the new hat looks good.

[@balancedaudio]

Great video Tom my favourite beach too! I always bring walking poles when crossing that boulder field makes it so much less sketchy!

[@scotty4418]

Quite a few vloggers testing the GFX at the moment so will be interesting to hear your thoughts. Hope you had a good Christmas

[@TheNonsenseAdventures]

8:48 just finding Jodie spinning in a circle quite funny!! Thanks for talking through the extra thoughts you need with medium format.

[@Ya666Wa]

What filter bag are you using? Can‘t fit my polariser into the lee filter pouch...

[@jennifersayers8041]

Great video, those boulders are amazing in your shot. Happy Christmas

[@bsmukler]

This may sound dumb, but did you lift the diopter knob and check to be sure the viewfinder is in focus for you? I own the GFX 50S and am wearing the manual out, learning all the subtle permutations (now increased with new firmware) of the menus and controls on this series of cameras.

[@seamydobbsno1]

Nice Video man. Nice to see a Pro go through normal problems. Makes me rest easy knowing we all go through learning a new camera!!

[@sdrtcacgnrjrc]

Cannot understand you going out without at least messing around with the camera first, looking at the settings. No offence but this is the second new camera video where it just felt like a waste of time (last one was the Nikon).

[@driverv86]

Perhaps he's subconsciously sabotaging himself?

[@robinkpage]

Very disappointing. I am a great admirer of Thomas and guess I have to allow him the occasional dud vlog. I just felt it bordered on insulting to Fuji to take the camera out of the box and head straight out to shoot a minorly challenging location and wanting to focus stack. He did not seem to take advantage of focus peaking, did not know how to set shutter speed using T setting, and did not know about focus bracketing which I believe the camera can do, but will retract if I am wrong. He also threw doubt on the sharpness of the lens. I am a Canon 1DS3 user (but less and less) having moved to the Fuji X System, now with 3 Fuji X cameras, and a suite of lenses, and the lenses are all superb. I have little doubt that when Thomas gets his head around the camera and it’s simplicity of use that he will recognise it as an incredibly capable piece of kit. I wish Santa had loaned me a GFX for Chrissie!

[@andychattaway5620]

How could going to such a stunning and iconic photography location at sunset on a beautiful evening with a new camera and great company possibly feel like a waste of time? Give the lad a break ffs. We have all gone on a first shoot with a new camera and wether or not we've spent hours studying the manual there is always something we get stuck on. The only difference is WE don't have the pressure of being filmed getting stuck. Tom doesn't and never has pretended to be perfect which is one reason people enjoy his honest and humble vlogs.

[@sdrtcacgnrjrc]

@@andychattaway5620 sure, he's not wasting his time doing it, but, expecting a reasonable look at a new camera, it's a frustrating video. In that sense, a waste of his time making the video, and my time watching it. PS missed the "read more" part of your comment - I love his vlogs, but am going to give up watching his camera reviews.

[@robinpage9532]

Andy, the trip was not a waste of time, but the video was.

[@JamesLanePhoto]

Hi Thomas, just FYI, there’s is a focus stack software feature on the 50R. If you press the drive button you should be able to find it. You can set how many images it takes and the focus interval etc. Hope this helps! Great video 😊

[@mgsxmike]

Awesome you finally did it!

[@xabierlanda8998]

Hi Thomas, I was wondering if you can give the name of the place you took the photos with the Castle at the end, I really appreciate, thx

[@Elysianplains]

Great! 👍🏻 You were entirely honest the whole way through the video regarding what was going on with the camera. I do the same with a new camera. Straight out and play around with it, learning along the way.... I only read a manual if I hit a problem I can’t resolve using the cameras settings.

[@MarkoCoomo]

Rebooting my photography in 2019, looking forward to some inspiring TH content to inspire me to get out. Thanks for your efforts Thomas - hope you had a great Christmas and a happy 2019. ps. This video is fine - ignore all the criticism and keep being yourself - there are many ways of learning a new camera and personally I think your approach is probably what I'd have done too! Merry 2019!

[@Punkchef41]

Hi what external display is a Ben q if so what model number.

[@stevemozzie6497]

EMBLETON! Love it. We've stayed near there 3 times.

[@kasparasvisockas4289]

What is the make of the briefcase from the first seconds of the video?

[@rickpeterson7303]

A real world experience!! Great video!

[@SilverVoxMusic]

Sadly I feel that its all about quantity rather than quality at the moment. The content has been getting weaker for some time now. Full respect for all the hard work building the channel and I know it must be hard to keep coming up with new ideas but here was a perfect opportunity to teach us something new. Hopefully we will get another chance to see you use your brilliant skills to master this camera. I would love to know more about it and who better to do it than you. Thanks Thomas.

[@rogerfay6627]

Andrew Henning n

[@reiddickson]

I agree -- this channel has held my interest at the top of any sort of video media for several years now and I'm sincerely grateful for the effort that has gone into it, but recently I've been a bit disappointed in the quality. It seems like Thomas might've been better off taking a few weeks off for the holidays and spent some time really learning these cameras behind the scenes and then doing a comprehensive deep-dive for the D850 and GFX 50R.

[@RimantasLiubertas]

To be honest, many similar channels are going downhill at the moment. Maybe theres is just little to say? The landscape photographer's vlog starter pack now is: some accent, preferably a dog running around, lots of comments how is the weather and how it "couldn't be any better", or. how it is rainy and foggy. Something about composition and something about the light, bonus lightroom edit. Fin.

[@PianoBlackTrimRep.]

Check out Nick Carver, he only uses film cameras for landscapes. I'm so sick of these "professionals" who keep switching gear every couple of months. You do not need the latest and greatest $3,000 camera. But a 4 x 5 large format camera and $500 lens or two and you are set for life.

[@RugbyLock2668]

"Even I can do it and I'm a moron!" LOL!! Awesome quote Thomas! Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year to you and yours! Oh, and having a test run with a new camera before going out is a good idea! :) Welcome to the Dark Side Thomas!

[@katpalmer8713]

Well done on surviving the boulders. Last time I was there a rogue wave got me whilst I was crouching at my camera and I fell ending up wet and with a twisted ankle - especially bad as we'd walked down from Beadnell so had to get back!

[@Fabio-rg9nv]

From a full frame DSLR to a medium format mirrorless camera from a different brand with completely different controls and ideas of usability, that‘s a big difference for usage. You definitely should have looked into the system a little bit before taking it out. It was the same thing for me when I used a Nikon DSLR in school, it was super weird and I couldn’t figure out a lot of things coming from my Fujifilm X-T20. It‘s also like switching between Mac and Windows or iOS and Android. No matter how good those systems are, if you never used one of them, you‘re going to be confused for sure. The shutter speed on Fujifilm cameras is really straight forward. The shutter speed dial shows full stops and you can always fine tune it with the back dial from there. For more than 1 second you set it to T and use the back dial from there. At least that‘s how it works on my X-T20 and I‘m sure the medium format is not different as long as you didn‘t customize the back dial for something different.

[@Yamanotefy]

Exactly. When you just want to shoot like with the Canon 5D Mark IV, why don't stay with it? Why jumping ships here for no obvious reason?

[@itsjim2875]

Nothing wrong with OJT / experimentation - every shot does not have to be perfection.

[@mali8389]

next time, read the manual ... or at least watch a few videos...

[@Jacob-oz9pw]

I honestly can't seem to find a comment that doesn't complain about your use of the camera. I personally found great enjoyment in this video. It always relaxes me watching you. What people seem to be forgetting about this whole "mission to see if there is a better camera" is that this is solely for Thomas. These aren't review videos, you can find those elsewhere. What Thomas is trying to do is treat these cameras the same way he would his bread and butter 5DIV. For him this is a fair comparison to see which one feels the best, and produces the images that HE feels are the best. If he has to faff about with the settings and it feels uncomfortable to him, then that's a con to the camera. For HIM. Perhaps not to someone else, but from what I've gathered it seems like he doesn't want this camera change to affect his workflow. I could be wrong, that's just my observation. Thanks for another one of my relaxing mornings Thomas. Cheers!

[@orion2250]

Beautiful shots with the reflected lights!

[@kreygscott]

Damn almost first too. Loved the video as usual mate. Btw Where’s Charlotte?

[@Khajakkodian]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Thomas.

[@bantononabike]

Hi Thomas, do you have workshops planned in UK in 2019?

[@hagentrondheim3675]

Aperture priority with AEL and fixed iso would be just fine for stacking. What was your problem?

[@richardamey9947]

Fisherman’s boots with felt bottoms. Great for walking on slippery rocks and water proof too 👍🏻

[@82300sd]

Merry Christmas Thomas!

[@TheDcm50]

did you get around to editing the image of the castle? it looked great on screen

[@enriquecolman2785]

Thank you.. Merry Christmas for you too. Nice 2019

[@eclecticjon1019]

Wishing you a merry Christmas and a happy new year!!!

[@Lindsay_Brunton]

chuffed to find out the location is Dunstanburgh after watching all the films you've made here.similar to Talisker Bay in Skye.hope you and your loved ones had a great christmas and thank you for sharing all your great work with us.

[@soruhoru]

I switched from sony to fuji a month ago as well! Fuji camera is the best I've ever used!

[@johnsholian4318]

Looks like an awesome stretch of coastline and a great place to break an ankle. I had bad visions of that new kit crashing to the rocks. After shooting Canon for so long, I would imagine the learning curve right out of the box for any new system would include a few challenges. Good fun though and good luck with the new stuff. Cheers!

[@mikekerry5466]

Love the Northumberland coast and we have booked a cottage at Embleton for September. The rocks are dicey so not sure that I will risk that but looking forward to some great opportunities. Really enjoy your vlogs - keep up the great work.

[@MeSessum]

The dial is just for quick retro style adjustments. Set the top dial to T and then use the rear command dial to set shutter speed in smaller increments or longer times. Once you figure it out there should be no complaints.

[@ESK1MAUX]

I think everyone in the comments need to chill. Tom’s style is vlogging - he records his daily experiences with photography. The point was to see this from his perspective not what you think he should of done. This ain’t the gadget show!

[@YuYu-sz5ev]

Did you change your tripod to rrs?

[@DiegoMcCartney]

Looks like an interesting first experience with the GFX. I’m sure the resolution is killer. I tend to get quickly frustrated when testing other cameras. I’ve shot with Canon for so long that I feel whatever in shooting it just works. And I haven’t had the same feeling with Sony or Nikon. It’s mostly my user error though. Cheers

[@michaelboniwell5389]

Great video as always. Would love to know if focus stacking is always needed for near-far landscapes with the gfx. Not every subject can be stacked. Consider moving waves or foliage in the breeze. Seems a limitation.

[@LukeVesty]

I look forward to your next video on the Fuji after a little more time getting comfortable with it. Like any new camera it takes time to get the best out of it. I don't think there was any harm in going out and having a play without knowing the 50R intimately. Even if you'd read the manual first you'd have likely forgotten most of what you'd read by the time you went out to shoot anyway. Sometimes just getting out there and going hands on can be the best way of learning - it certainly makes for a useful first impressions video anyway! Don't worry about all the cranky fan boys and girls getting all in a tizz. You're gonna get that on the web no matter what you do. I'm a Fuji shooter myself and really love the system I'm in and I'm confident you'll enjoy it too once you get to know it. Having said that, I don't know why anyone expects you to know a new system backwards after using Canon for your entire professional career. It's often useful to take on the feedback of your viewers and perhaps slowing down your output is a valid suggestion, but at the same time remember that YOU made this channel successful. Do things how you want. I know I'll keep watching. You're my favourite KZbinr.

[@luckyluc03]

This Fuji system will do everything you need it to do, plus more. I need to try the in camera focus stacking. Don't give up! Ha! Cheers from Texas.

[@RogerHyam]

Looks like a case of RTFM. Did you have focus peaking on? I must have driven past that location so many times. Happy New Year now 😀

[@hagentrondheim3675]

Jodie says that the Fuji image has soft edges. How can this be? Can you confirm this?

[@ZappaBlues]

I would have given the camera a good practice run around the neighbourhood first in case there is any trouble shooting needed. Yes, that was a mistake on your part I'm afraid.

[@barrycohen311]

I would have been doing *test shots* within microseconds of it coming out of the box.

[@TimLucasdesign]

Thanks Thomas! as a Northerner myself (born and raised in Cheshire) I love watching these videos and hearing that friendly, familiar accent (since I now live in Tennessee). Are you going to try out a Hasselblad X1D? A friend of mine has one for landscapes and swears by it.

[@keithtruman7422]

Regarding focus, you did adjust the dioptre on the viewfinder didn't you Thomas?

[@Crispy_Bee]

FYI: the 50s does have the option do to automated focus stacking - maybe the 50r does as well? Check the manual!

[@ichigokurosaki318]

can't wait to hear your thoughts on that gfx 50 files 👍

[@dozerjohn]

God damn, I am so unreasonably excited when there is a new Thomas Heaton video, I feel 25 again hahah. I am on my fourth Fujifilm camera and the downside is that I am barely able to use cameras for humans, Fujifilm does everything do differently. It really works after a couple of weeks but first days are still a bit of a pain.

[@jpdj2715]

Infinity... Old lenses used to have a hard stop, and DoF scale. What do you do if you subject does not gave enough contrast for AF to work? Point to something that has enough contrast (e.g. the tower to the right on horizon). And a couple f-stops down from full opening give DoF.

[@brunomartelli8163]

Hi Thomas, i am also interested in your thoughts about the new computer and screen

[@joshuafreeman3745]

I miss the North, I used to live in Morpeth but never got the opportunity to take some photos there. I absolutely need to go back one day.

[@tantal911]

Very nice video. Doesn't need to tell the specs. Perfect that you gone out and tried it :)

[@fredvig6740]

Hello mate, have you tried to change for an other software ?

[@WhiteWulfe]

OOoooh, is it just reviewer/press samples that come in that gorgeous case, or does it come with that for retail purchases?

[@thestevewood]

Can't wait for your feedback! You are one of the very few people on KZbin that I trust with honest thoughts on cameras.

[@markosbornestudio]

Not had one problem with my GFX 50r, you should check out the Techart adapter and use you current Canon lenses on the 50r with focus and aperture control. Merry Christmas.

[@marka5964]

Great video Tom, think the image came out well, but play with the camera 1st before with going out in the field with it, looking forward to Sundays video

[@MrSimonj1970]

Why don't you use the hyperfocal distance?

[@DavidJenne]

Love your transparency in the shoot report Thomas. A little more editing coud be better-but, personally, I would rather be the one to fast-forward, than not know what I might have missed if you had cut it on your end. Your posts feel very honest and authentic... the highest compliment I know how to convey. Thank you !! /dj

[@klaus_s]

Hello Thomas, you can use the T Mode as Justin meant. There you will find a range between 1“ to 15 minutes (like the other Fuji cameras). So help that helps. Klaus

[@grahamshellswell4513]

You’ve probably addressed this before, but can you tell me what the gloves you’re wearing are? Or if you’ve made a gear video with them in, just link that if it’s easier. Many thanks.

[@my_obscure_epoch9346]

Hi Thomas, I'm really interested in hearing some further thoughts from you about all aspects of the GFX. Any chance of a follow up video? I'm currently in the same boat as you - long time Canon user, seriously looking at options in the market. Your thoughts and opinions would be very much appreciated.

[@-grey]

This was disappointing. I feel like I didn’t learn anything new. Hopefully you’ll have it figured out for next time. There is a T setting on the SS dial usually that lets you set SS with the rear dial, so you can choose long exposure options.

[@rockloffel8233]

please don't use two capital s as an abbreviation for shutterspeed. It's just so alarming for us Germans... we might report you by accident ;)

[@rodspov1915]

rocklöffel do you have Camaros SS in Germany ??

[@barrycohen311]

Hopefully you learned this much- Don't go to some exotic location around sunset without understanding how to use the 2-3 features most important to you. Now you have learned well grass-hopper.

[@GLAXxan]

@@barrycohen311 he photographed that beach many of times

[@tweed0929]

@@rockloffel8233, it's your fault, Germans, not other people's.

[@agostonberko]

where to buy this hard case for 50r ?

[@bikecommuter24]

LOL I have agree with the people here, read the manual, The GFX 50R does make some amazing images, I worked with a photographer who uses one and he says he learns new stuff all the time.

[@JohKemStYl3]

Hi Thomas, I really liked the colors in the picture for some reason. I am currently also revisiting some locations from years ago and they all seem completely different.

[@vproven]

What were you thinking? 😏 No one just takes a brand new camera out into the field before getting acquainted with its features. Shocking! Lol. Nice vlog, as always. Cheers mate and Happy New Year.

[@Lordovhate]

To set your shutter speed manually you’ll switch the dial to “T” then go to your menu and set it there.

[@johnsmith1474]

He may have figured this out by now.

[@momchilyordanov8190]

Do I have to go in the menu every time when I want to go longer than 1 sec?

[@CebastianRosing]

@@momchilyordanov8190 no, set it to T, and the back dial will control exposure time. At least it's like that on the X lineup.

[@KennethRosenstroem]

Wrong

[@Nayson]

@@momchilyordanov8190 no. I'm an X series guy but I've got to reason to disbelieve that the medium format stuff is any different. On the XT2 the shutter speed dial has intervals at every stop from 1/8000sec to 1sec, then T for timed which runs off the thumb dial all the way up to 15 minutes, B for bulb and A for auto which exposes automatically but can be further manipulated by the exposure compensation dial. It's all very intuitive once you are used to it.

[@Hugh1927]

I have many memories of Death Rocks!!!! not sure I was ever able to get over them as well as you did. Looking forward to more o your thoughts on the GFX on Sunday, I am currently using a 50D and looking to upgrade and it is one of the cameras on my short(ish) list.