Which Camera Reigns Supreme? Hasselblad X2D or Fujifilm GFX100S

[@fototripper]

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[@petertulner623]

What book? Landscape photography on location?

[@robvandenbergh545]

Gavin, still unbelievable to me that you have only 90k followers… your channel is one of THE best for photo beauty and a dapple of entertainment. As an Upstate NYer we are spoiled with having these amazing state parks just an hour away. If you have not been already, come back in the Fall and visit Letchworth… unbelievable colors.

[@gotminnam]

Totally agree

[@fototripper]

Absolutely.

[@fototripper]

Thank you.

[@yangwang6818]

Wow. Fuji color science is already top top tier. But man, Hasselblad color is unbeatable.

[@silvere36]

I almost bought the Hasselblad. The colors are one thing, the interface, and leaf shutter is the main draw. Portrait shooters will appreciate the leaf shutter and colors. Forget the video function and just get a separate video camera! People say that you can just adjust the colors, but it is time wasted (and that's money). The Fuji colors have a red tint that's similar to Canon. The X2D has beautiful natural tones and gradation.

[@uncertainrelease]

there is two pretty significant differences between the X2D and the GFX 100S first one is the type of shutter used. The X2D is using leaf shutters inside the lens, making it a lot quieter and stable compared to the GFX 100S that uses a focal plane shutter. I don't know how well dampened the GFX's shutter is, but focal plane shutters introduce a lot more movement in the camera than leaf shutters, and with 102MP sensors, even with IBIS units, the slightest movement might be the thing tipping the edge between sharp and blurry. I don't think it has to do with the ISO, but the shutter type. Second difference is the lenses you can put on the camera. Hasselblad needs to put a leaf shutter inside each of their lenses, which is definitely adding cost and/or reliability issues since there is more moving parts in each lens. Fujifilm went the simple way, their lenses are just lenses, and the shutter is in the camera, reducing the cost, making them simpler without compromising image quality. The GFX lenses are also more numerous and versatile compared to the Hasselblad system, with access to good primes, but also good zooms. So looking at both of these cameras, the X2D really falls into the "luxury" camera category, like Leica does: it's special (Leica does rangefinder, Hasselblad does leaf shutters), it achieves very good image quality and some people claim that they have the best color science of all cameras, so far it seems to be the case for both brands. But for both brands as well, there is a cheaper camera with the same sensor, very close image quality and much more pragmatic approach (Sony for Leica, Fuji GFX for Hasselblad) Fujifilm might have little worse colors compared to the X2D, but their more fleshed out lens ecosystem, more affordable cameras, access to pretty good quality video in the 100S makes it a no brainer for a lot of people, just like the color science, superior stability and/or super fast flash sync speeds will make the X2D a no brainer for other people Two excellent cameras at the top of the food chain.

[@villageblunder4787]

Nice comparison.

[@teemukustila]

Came to look for this. Leaf shutter is the difference for this handheld shots. I already witnessed this with GFX50S vs X1D (1st generation). X1D was remarkably more handheld friendly due to less vibration from the leaf shutter. That said, I would still pick GFX00S over X2D. Just something which makes me think Fujifilm’s future is more financially secure compared to Hasselblad now owned by the Chinese….

[@danielschmaderer]

The shenanigans are why I’m here, on top of the comparison.

[@stephenschmid492]

The color of the brick wall in the zoomed in comparison seemed natural in the GFX image, but a greenish cast in the X2D. I was surprised you didn't comment on that, Gavin.

[@PaulandConstanceOLSEN-lr5jj]

I believe it was due to the color cast by all the moss. I thought the same thing at first.then I paused it to see if I could find an explanation.

[@jaychristianson]

I was thinking the same thing

[@rolandrick]

A finally another Fototripper video, yeah. Was missing them!

[@jeffreyb.1657]

Have tried both. The x2d gets better images in my hands -bought the x2d. It is also nicer to hold by a lot.

[@fredsobotincic1587]

Why would you be doing a side-by-side comparison and not use the same iso ,…and the same aperture setting ,…and same shutter speed in both cameras?

[@NikHem343]

Enjoyable video but in all honesty I find it largely misleading. In my opinion doing a comparison of color rendering with auto white balance on is completely useless. In every comparison there was a very noticable difference especially in tint and even exposure of the shots in some cases, which would make greens look totally different even if they had been done with the exact same camera. So while this was very calming to watch and I appreciate the "real life usage" approach, I think making the shots comparable in the first place by being technically correct is still in order.

[@FrancescoCarucci]

For anything photograpy, the X2D reigns supreme. The color science is outstanding.

[@ChrisSloanes]

Honestly, this channel is the only KZbin channel that has me and the wife both absolutely buckled laughing. Only found it relatively recently and we both sit and binge it. Last night we found the outtakes videos and I was up late watching them… so much so that I had 38 minutes sleep and because of that I have a face like a bucket of angry frogs 😂😂 Thanks for not only the incredible photography but such a unique take on what is usually such a dry and humourless genre.

[@davida5296]

Both cameras use the exact same Sony sensor. If there's a difference in the way the data from the sensor is processed, it can most likely be corrected in post. In terms of sharpness, it is the lens that really determines that (how exact the focus is, the lens elements and quality etc)

[@rüzgarınadı]

how can I can which sensor they are using? ıs there any website?

[@BlazeFirereign]

@@rüzgarınadı Both use the Sony IMX461AQR sensor.

[@EricGibaud]

Hello, interesting video and fun! but honestly, wouldn't you prefer to use another camera just for video along with the Hasselblad for photography if your business depends so much on colours straight out of your camera? (I know that the overall budget would be a lot higher)

[@fototripper]

Perhaps if I had someone to carry extra cameras for me.

[@EricGibaud]

@@fototripper good point

[@costelloandsilke7321]

From personal experience, the Hasselblad's images are much more filmic. However, one thing not mentioned in the review is that the Fujifilm's autofocus is vastly superior. Also, the price gap between the two systems increases massively if you need multiple focal lengths. But the Hassy is just such a beautiful thing to use the one that gets used the most.

[@cbphoto87]

This helped me pick the Hasselblad. Took it out to Bryce Canyon and Rocky Mountain NP the last couple of weeks and you weren’t lying about those colors. Incredible. I don’t even like processing my photos anymore because I don’t want to ruin these amazing Hasselblad files

[@poppamichael2197]

Thanks for a great comparison video. I went through the agony of deciding between the Hasselblad H2D and the Fuji 100S for about 6 months. Finally, I settled on the 100S, but for a reason you did not really explore in your video. I have been a Hasselblad shooter for about 50 years, from the old 500C and CW film cameras, the H1D and up through the H5D-50 cameras, and finally to the H1D-50C. And for my favorite type of shooting, landscapes, the H2D is a perfect camera. The well documented shortcomings in focusing speed and lack of video do not effect me at all. I really loved the H2D; however, in a test at a local camera shop the Fuji produced beautiful images with breathtaking detail. I think the magnificent Hassy color and sharpness can be matched by the Fuji with post processing in Photoshop/Lightroom. What really convinced me was the fact that Fuji has a superb line of lenses for its GFX cameras. (And remember, the Hassy H series lenses were made by Fuji.) Hassy has only one zoom for its X cameras, 35 to 75 mm. If they had also had, say a 60-120mm, or a 70-140mm zoom, I would have bought the X2D with the two zoom lenses. I now have the Fuji 100s, three Fuji zoom lenses, 32-64mm, 45-100mm and the 100-200mm, plus the 1.4 extender for the long zoom. This gives me a 100 megapixel camera and lenses with a focal lengths from 32mm to 280mm, in a backpack that weighs only 16 lbs., including other paraphernalia.

[@anta40]

And of course the GFX100 is more affordable. A few years ago, a local Fuji product specialist told me that Fuji's vision is to bring medium format to bigger audience. Yep, I can definitely see that.

[@rolandrickphotography]

The Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution - HNCS - is unbeaten. Nothing else can compete with that.

[@fotoinstruct6971]

The image stabilization difference is probably because "Blad is now owned by DJI, and who know more about stabilization. Back in the darkroom days we always referred to images from Hassy and Leica as having 'presence' . Don't overlook using Google Photo's when you want to edit JPEG images. It's surprisingly powerful. I use it in the field, downloading to my tablet, via camera wifi, to view the JPEG images quickly, occasionally sending an image to social media. It's much faster than using Lightroom, superior to seeing the images on the camera back, and the tablet takes no real space in the backpack.

[@SavedbybGrace]

No video is a plus for me. Not to mention a super simplified menu. So ... I have the Hasselblad 907X CVF100C. The image quality is crazy good. 40 years of image making and I'm astounded by how advanced it has all become. Amazing.

[@akkual]

There's some issues with this comparison. 1) SOOC JPEG on Fuji means what film simulation? There's a bunch and all look different. 2) where as X2D ibis may be better than Fuji's, you need to do a bit more testing, especially as your posture changes a lot. I can achieve sharp 1s exposures with GFX100S with proper posture at 35mm focal length. Maybe I could achieve 3s with X2D, but if we are serious, one should not rely on IBIS at longer exposures than the 1/focal length -rule, unless in a emergency. It nice to have that option though. 3) Adobe RAW for some reason has really bad default settings for GFX100S, which makes awful colors and oversharpened detail as "SOOC RAW" conversion. Capture One is way better. I'd love to see X2D raw made with Phocus and GFX100s made with C1, as Phocus is fantastic with Hasselblad files and C1 is way better than Adobe RAW with GFX100s files. That would even out the RAW conversion SW factors, and leave us as with the "best possible image out of these" result. And don't get me wrong, I do like hasselblad color science a lot, but Fuji is way cheaper and way more accessible.

[@ztkrx]

with the hasselblad it actually made everything more green, so much so that even the boulders and waterfall had a hint of green in them.

[@AlexMcDougallPhotography]

Two great cameras to get to use, but wow what a fantastic venue to be able to visit. Thanks

[@thomasphillips5850]

Thanks great video all the way around. The X2D has been on my list for quite some time. The colors are incredible, and the imagestabilaztion is unbelievable , the menu as well. Overall if someone didn't fall in love with that camera I would be very suspicious. Thanks again great video.

[@timfarmer5535]

I love going to the Glen. And we every time I’ve been there I start at dawn to get shots without ppl.

[@warpspeed9877]

Is this a comparison of the quality of each camera or a comparison of image stabilization? As a landscape photographer, i would like to see side by side shots with the same lens ON A TRIPOD. The X2D looks like it has a greenish cast.

[@stephenschmid492]

Yes, the color of the brick wall looked way off.

[@tor2919]

Hasselblad colours were much more beautiful. Also the contrast and sharpness were nicer. It’s the camera I would choose between those two all day long (saying that as a Fuji fan and previous owner of X-Pro 2). The GFX100S might cost less, but it’s still a lot of money and doesn’t feel any different from the cheaper Fujis to me. The Hasselblad on the other hand feels like a million dollars. I’ve never held a camera that feels so premium. Leica is the only comparison really in terms of build quality. Also as a lover of flash photography nothing beats leaf shutter lenses.

[@Xingqiwu387]

Same here. Agreed on all counts.

[@scotthullinger4684]

"Beautiful" color is in the eye of the beholder. There is also something called color accuracy. Sometimes extreme accuracy is required, and sometimes less than accurate can actually be an artistic choice, just as choosing between Kodachrome, Fujichrome, and Ektachrome. I love Kodachrome and Fujichrome, but for different reasons. But I was NEVER a fan of any sort of Ektachrome. The only time I found Ektachrome more or less acceptable was virtually at sea level, and in more or less semi bright light. I even liked the ISO 200 Kodachrome better than I liked the ISO 100 Ektachrome. Or was Ektachrome only 64 ISO? I can't remember. Yes, I'm sure your Hassy feels like a million dollars, because it costs almost a million dollars, and is FAR far far out of reach for the average person, even for countless professional photographers. This is why Fuji outsells a Hassy 10 to 1. People who buy a Hassy only want to make a statement, and that statement is ... "I have shitloads of cash to spend." Fuji most assuredly knows color science, because Fuji is also a film manufacturer. It's not necessary to manufacture film in order to comprehend color science for digital. But then again, Hasselblad has never manufactured a single role of film. Wow, seriously? - - You told me that you can't tell a lot of difference between the Fuji GFS100S and the smaller format Fuji cameras? Are you BLIND?

[@skatertwig26]

@@scotthullinger4684 When I had my Fuji's, I thought the skinstones were great. However, the colors weren't what I'd call accurate. Both the greens and the reds were off. It was not a big deal since I shoot raw, but some products I shot I've noticed reds shifted to oranges more. In addition, this was a weird worm artifact even in raw files. Both of these cameras are expensive, and both have plus and minuses. I'd be happy to own either.

[@rscottadams7082]

Gavin, Did you vary the Fujifilm jpeg film simulations to match the Hassy? If not, you're getting Adobe "standard" in ACR which is very suboptimal for any kind of legit comparison.

[@fototripper]

Both were in sRGB and both were displayed in the same software.

[@markelroy7774]

Another great one! Thanks for the comparison.

[@MichaelTaylor-n3o]

For this expenditure - a major question. How many years will DJI support the camera? Fuji? Spare parts & labour, eg a new screen 10 years from now...

[@rolandrick]

Hey Gavin, thanks for that comparison. According to your perception, what’s been the natural colour of that bricks in the wall at 18:24? (No Pink Floyd plagiarism 😂). Shouldn’t you get the better results from the Hasselblad raw files using Phocus, for full HNCS support?

[@fototripper]

Oh no doubt but I use ACR.

[@michaelfinch1965]

Fairly new to the channel, generally hate gear comparisons but your narrative style is enjoyable and entertaining, good job sir. As it happens I just bought the Fuji 100s as I enjoy landscape photography in the pursuit of mindfulness. I got it on sale for ~7000au, a quick search shows the XD2 at ~15000au and building as for aquiring a lens set, with my current budget, I dont have any spare organs to sell. If I had oodles of $$$ then I’d have reconsidered, but as it is, no one’s paying me for my photographic interest, and brand loyalty or colour science seems worth less than it was pre LR-PShop.

[@LarryFasnacht]

What’s ailing your leg? I hope you recover quickly. Thanks for the video, I’ll never buy either one, but I love your videos.

[@CEEPMDEE]

I noticed the Fujifilm GFX 100's muted colors for some time.. which is why i chose to buy an old CCD Phase One XF kit instead.

[@RichardJPhotog]

Good Stuff Gavin. I am a commercial portrait photographer, Not landscape, but have used both bodies more than once. What I found, particularly with skin tones in the Hassleblad really cranks up the luminance and hues in camera, hence the green shift on everything. I agree its more appealing in the greens of nature but on skin, its awful. worse than sony's red shift. Maybee the Hassy is the right tool for the job with landscapes? quite possibly but definately not portrait. It would be really interesting to see how it performs with critical WB in the snow...food for thought.

[@amermeleitor]

And what is your favorite camera body and lenses for portraits?

[@JustZG]

to be honest the colours of the fujifilm is subjective to which colour simulation is set. Provia, Astia, Velvia all produce drastically different base look in terms of colour. I wouldnt say one is superior to one or another-- it's just different. The biggest issue of the Hassleblad system is it's lens selection.

[@klausschleicher523]

Hey Gavin, from my point of view, the x2d is too grennisch. For post I prefer more neutral colors. I can always boost them like I want to have them. But this is my personal preference. Because of this I do not shoot with the film simulations of my GFX. One question, why do you compare JPG SOC and images with different ISO?

[@fototripper]

the different ISO on the cave shot was accidental.

[@barryinn1778]

Hasselblad has always ruled on top for image quality over the years. Its truly a professional photography system. You proofed that it is in this video. I loved that waterfall scene , you need to go back when no one is there.

[@SpinStar1956]

Sorry, to me, the last 2 images did-NOT look like they were shot either at the same (effective) exposure nor near the same time/lighting conditions. There are too many elements (such as the foreground in front of the big tree and others left-and behind) that definitely show less lighting for the GFX. I will say overall that I did (in this case) generally like the images from the Hasselblad better than the GFX. I think everyone should bear in mind, that there are so many camera settings, that conclusions like this are impossible without extensive and multiple shooting-sessions with many different settings-combinations. I do appreciate the effort and time put into this video. Thank You!

[@merkin22]

I've been on the brink of cancelling my too-many months long order for the super, sphincter tightening-ly expensive new Nikon 600mm and put the budget toward the super, sphincter tightening-ly expensive Hasselblad X2D (and a portrait lens of a length not yet decided). This video of yours is not helping LOL Hasselblad renders human flesh as exquisitely as you experienced it does with landscape colours and detail. Always wanted one and it'll look better on me than a sports car in my old age :) Cheers!

[@cameraprepper7938]

Fast forward to August 2+24, the new Fuji 100 S II is a much better Camera than the X2D if you not need a lot of flash photography, you save a lot of money with the Fuji, the only downsize with the Fuji Lenses is that the optical image quality of Fuji Lenses could have been better and the size could be more compact, the weight could also have been lower of the Fuji Lenses. The worst with the DJI "Hasselblad" X2D is that in several countries the service has either closed or worse ! A premium Camera needs to have a really good service !

[@monstermiu]

The lens in fuji actually does better, it don't have obvious falloff and vignette to the edge but hasselblad do. It's not compact due to its true mf lens.

[@cameraprepper7938]

@@monstermiu First of all it is NOT true medium format, the image circle of fx 6x6cm cameras are 78+mm, the image circle of Fuji GFX cameras are 55mm, full frame cameras are 43mm. Lenses for Fuji GFX can be more compact and light weight, the new Hasselblad Lenses are more compact and light weight though they also have a leaf shutter inside the Lens !!!

[@savagefrieze4675]

Amazed they let you both in the country!😂 great comparison. Really appreciate the observations and experience. I loved hassle film cameras and would love to own the x2d.

[@silvestrocrino3256]

I have the X2D and love it…will own it as long as it keeps running or I can still get it fixed if it breaks…but it’s a 2nd or 3rd camera. The GFX100S is more versatile with its in body shutter and video…and definitely, as a system, cheaper. Still, for pure IQ, build quality, general operation, how it feels in hand and just pure “wanting to go out and shoot”-edness…you can’t beat the X2D ….but you better have deep pockets or a source of body parts you can sell.

[@W4rcrafter]

nice video thx, but I did not see one comparisson with the same settings and lighting... Hasselblad always wider, with different settings

[@OfficialEthern1ty]

Difference is not only video, but also third party lens and better customer support. I am in the UK: 1. No shop has a x2d on display and hassy remains silent when asked about test drive. So I don’t know if I can trust them for after support 2. Gfx has a shutter and many adapter with AF, so much better for third party lens.

[@mamumonkan]

18:22 Question: how can it be the same setting and the colours so far off

[@rayspencer5025]

I know that park very well. I used to be a Naturalist for NYS Parks, and though that park was not in my region, I went to it many times.That whole area of NYS is very beautiful. I assume you wish to not name the park.

[@alien6551]

Wow amazing waterfalls great video

[@chriscanon5278]

Why not compare the two cameras at the same settings? Also the colors were completely different I would like to know which one was closer to what you saw with your eye

[@_Laudegg_]

Danke!

[@fototripper]

Vey kind :)

[@jacquesgude]

The Hassy colors (and incredible lenses) are some of the biggest reasons I sold my GFX 50sII in favor of my X1DII, and why I'll possibly buy an X2D at some point. I also love the better (IMHO) ergonomics, more compact size and far less complicated button layout and menu system the Hasselblad over the GFX. I have, so far, held off on the X2D because it was missing several things I'd grown used to on my X1DII (built in GPS and crop modes, for example), though a firmware update has added the crop modes. Truth is I'd prefer a 50MP version of the X2D as I don't require 100MP, which has also kept me from making the jump from X1DII to X2D.

[@ashvarma2486]

Very helpful video and review. Absolutely love the Hasselblad colours. Image stabilisation in X2D is a game changer. This scene had a relatively limited range of colours so I suspect the difference will be even greater in images with greater colour range. Thanks for sharing and a great location as well.

[@DanielKennedyaeos]

Glad you got the GF 23/4! The zoom is sharp but it has (in my opinion) unacceptable vignetting when lens corrections aren't applied. So the corners get pushed 3 stops which is poo.

[@MikeFredrich]

The X2D system offers only 1 zoom lens. The body is US$8200. For a kit that cover a reasonable range of focal lengths, you are probably talking US$20K. For that money it should compose the photo for you. I'm sure the glass is great and the image stabilization to somewhat superior to the GFX 100s, but it should be for the price. I know where the saturation slider is, so I'm not all the concerned about out of camera color. I'd like to see a review that is something beyond how good the image stabilization is. Show me a finished image from each of the cameras.

[@fototripper]

Please accept a full refund.

[@don7117]

I think your comparison was not fair. You can't expect to take the perfect shot with the Hasselblad, and then use those same settings on the Fuji and then compare results. You should have simply tried to get the best results with each camera independently. All that driving, and you used a flawed process to compare. Damn shame.

[@scotthullinger4684]

EXACTLY RIGHT - don

[@JeDxDeVu]

Karen

[@don7117]

@@JeDxDeVu You are forgiven. You just don't know enough to understand. Now go eat your noodles, Skippy.

[@ookiemand]

I liked the GFX colours, it looked like they got a better white balance, which is hard to do in a forest. In my edit I would have the shadows have less green, and allow a bit more green in the midtones. Anyway it's hard to judge, but maybe it's time to poll your viewers, and offer a few edits on screen? I terns of camera choice, I think the without tripod X2d would allow you to explore new angles, which would result in different and new images. I'm sure you can find a way to make an interesting video without the internal video recording the GFX offers.

[@chillywilson]

yes I think higher iso effects image stabilization by giving more info to the sensor for tracking.

[@Emerald_City_]

I really enjoyed this, if you ask, although I will never buy a medium format system. Some clever remarks at the border crossing! But observed from Europe there is a minimal difference between Canada and the US. You've found a perfect spot for the shoot out; you include your lovely wife in it (but don't pay enough attention to her!) thus creating family suggestions which are (to me) always pleasant; you are not afraid to show big differences between these two ridiculously expensive cameras and the advantage of the one of them. The only thing I miss are the raws edited in a quest to minimize the mutual color differences, and a display of the 100% or 200% detail in shots done from the tripod, where the camera shake doesn't play a role. You know how to profit from your language advantage/skills, the Røde wireless system works fine but the use and the fill-up of your voice over is superb too. All in all, no wonder you've got that many views, likes and comments...

[@davidpalermo4695]

I shoot black and white primarily so color is not too important to me. I bought the FujiFilm GFX 100 II. Much of my landscape work is shot at a lower angle and the tilt adapter is priceless to me! I also shoot portraits and eye/face detection is very nice to have. Finally when I do shoot color FujiFilm’s film simulations remind me of choosing different film stocks. They’re great starting points in post.

[@johnfrania6014]

❤ your choice for location on that shoot. I was just there on June 24th and did have rain. Glad it's only a 3.5 hour drive for me.

[@Srini_Eyes]

Whats the name of this exact location. Would love to visit

[@daveabernathey]

Great video Gareth! Maybe Amanda will let you use her Hasselblad from time to time since it is the better camera.

[@kylewist7745]

If you push the cameras to the same exposure, it won't matter if the initial ISO is different IF the sensor is ISO-invariant. However, if the sensor is NOT ISO-invariant (I don't think any sensor is perfectly invariant, but this Sony sensor is probably close to invariant), the ISO 100 shot will actually suffer in image quality and noise performance when pushed to the same exposure as a photograph properly exposed but at a higher ISO.

[@CapricornGirl9]

I’ve hiked there, it’s beautiful. Great photo’s!

[@LashahVideo]

The color comparison looked to be skewed. What FIlm Simulation did you use for the GFX100S? You are doing landscape, so you should have used the Velvia Simulation.

[@jharrelphoto]

Owned both Hasselblad x system and Fuji gfx system. Sold both, if I were to have another it would be the Hasselblad. The colors from that camera blew me away. I liked the gfx but it just does not compare to me.

[@xrypro4080]

Why do you sell both? Did you find a better camera than these two?

[@jharrelphoto]

@@xrypro4080 yeah, i went back to medium format film and just really slowed down. I do still shoot with digital cameras some and have a Nikon d700, df, and zii. This combo allows me to shoot anything I want. I think that z7ii with the trio of lenses is pretty incredible for landscape.

[@stevelink3]

@@jharrelphoto Very interesting! As a landscape, wildlife and product photographer, I currently use the Nikon Z System (Z8, Z7, and a few Nikkor S lenses), and create large prints. Though I'm satisfied with the detail I obtain in a 30" X 40" print, I am curious to know how much more detail I would obtain using either the Fuji or Hasselblad system. Did you find the Hasselblad lenses in particular, sharper than equivalent Nikkor lenses? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

[@jharrelphoto]

To be honest I don't think you would notice a difference. The z lenses are incredible sharpness and quality. The Hasselblad lenses are great also. I think the main thing you would gain would be color science and dynamic range. But I still shoot on a d700 and make large prints with it also. I have a 30x40 print hanging up in our waiting area at work and you wouldn't believe it was only 12 megapixels. To me megapixels really don't matter. I think the only way you could really tell is if you made prints from the z8 and x2d and put them side by side. But nobody really does that. Nigel Danson did it in a video. The difference was only noticeable at very large print sizes and close up. But he preferred the colors more out of the Hasselblad than any resolution difference.@@stevelink3

[@mawavoy]

Stunning images of a beautiful place. Thanks for the camera reviews. The location deserves best!

[@svend-erikeriksen6138]

Just saw another episode of Tommy Heaton’s travails, where he mistakenly went to the wrong location….he blamed it on the distraction caused by your constant calls……maybe he should take your call and get some advice on finding locations…..?

[@fototripper]

He should take my advice on many things ;)

[@svend-erikeriksen6138]

@@fototripper Yeah, but he’s gone all Nikon, these days…..

[@toshphotos]

This place is stunning…it was all froze over and closed when I went. When are WE are going back. I feel the Hasselblad wins this contest for sure.

[@lesboucher542]

As someone that is currently in the market for a new camera, I was really enjoying the video until, I looked at the prices. I am now going to have to put the money towards batteries for my pacemaker...

[@hankdinardo4308]

You need to compare the Fuji GFX 100II thats much more of a comparison with both being their new cameras

[@SD_Alias]

A comparison between a GFX file processed in C1 vs. a Blad file processed in Phocus would be nice to see…

[@peterrussell9728]

Vs Sony A7R V? Handheld waterfalls sharp 1/3 sec every shot, take 3 shots 1 sec - one or two sharp. Several usable shots 4 sec. 60 MP, light, cheaper and decent dynamic range and excellent colours. And you already have the lenses. Be an interesting comparison!

[@sophietucker1255]

I like my GFX 50SII but I also won’t be parting with my Hasselblad 503CX either. I do use my Hasselblad lenses on the GFX using an adapter. Since I’m shooting landscape I don’t really miss the autofocus. Still there are many times I’d rather have an E100 slide image than the a digital file. There is just something about the colors in a color slide

[@fototripper]

How do the adapted lenses perform?

[@sophietucker1255]

With focus peaking turned on they focus very well for these 71 yr old eyes. You have to remember to stop the lens down manually before shooting so you get the f stop you want otherwise all images are shot wide open. The adapter is just a tube, like an extension tube, so there are no contacts or glass in the way. Also with the adapted V series lenses you are getting basically the center are of the lens. The coverage area of the a real 6x6 lens is way bigger than the GFX sensor area. So any loss of resolution at the edges is because of the sensor not the lens. Just remember that you have to go into setting and tell the camera to shoot without a lens. Since there is no electronics in the V series lenses the camera thinks there is no lens attached, so you have to fool it.

[@runcmd1419]

X2D probably fairs better in the handheld stabilization tests due to the leaf shutter.

[@portblock]

For me, it comes down to lens selection. HB does not have a lens line that lends itself to my workflow. I love the camera, tried it, wanted it, but it just doesnt fit. I think the most important thing these days when selecting a system is to first look at the lenses. I personally dont use primes as they dont allow me to shoot from the distance/perspective required for the shots, just I use zooms. When I shoot makeup shots I need to be X distance from the model, same for when I shoot designers buyers books, I need to be X distance from the model. I was about to step up to HB HD6, but the lenses could not cover the range, I ended up going phaseone. Today I would have gotten the Fuji as they cover 45-200 in just 2 lenses. The HB X lenses only have a 35-75, in medium format I shoot makeup at 130-160mm, and they dont cover that.

[@robhamilton8993]

So when in Bangor Maine did you stop by to see Stephen Kings home there?

[@nielsdam90]

Would also love to hear your opinion on the ergonomics of both cameras in day to day use?

[@fototripper]

I was surprised that I enjoyed the UI of the X2D so much what with it being mostly touch screen. Took about 2 days to get used to it. At times it felt faster to adjust things than the GFX but it does have odd quirks such as not being able to reverse the aperture/shutter dials like you can on pretty much any camera. They could fix this with firmware.

[@joehusband8479]

Oh my word, what a stunning location! The view back towards the staircase waterfall was beautiful. Very interesting comparison, I’m swaying towards the Hasselblad for image quality but got to be the Fuji if you need both photos and video. Looking good by the way Gavin, keep it up mate!

[@fototripper]

Many thanks!

[@mikepenney5726]

the hasselblad will be the long distance winner... better hardware, better color, more hookups with ultra photo equipment from cambo... more expensive, of course...

[@joteroar]

You forgot the lenses on both systems. You are pretty much constrain to Hasselblad lenses for the X2D, which are just a few and cost twice the price of the Fuji options (and they are already expensive). That’s not a minor thing because lenses are way more important than cameras. There are some third party lenses available for the GFX and many adapters too. Hasselblad, in the other hand has no third party lenses at all and just a few adapters. And if you use these adapters, you have to shoot with the electronic shutter because there is no mechanical shutter in the X2D. Just the leaf shutter in the lenses. I thought it wouldn’t be such a big thing but when I wanted a wide angle lens my only option was the XCD 21mm for 4000€. Four!!! not one or two! Four times 1000€!!! Fuji instead, has the 23mm for around 2000€ and the Laowa 17mm or the Laowa 20mm Shift for around 1000€. And if you are a Zoom guy...forget it with Hasselblad. There is only one Zoom you can use with this system: the 35-75mm. A 1Kg and 15cm long beast for almost 6000€. Also the GFX 100S is around 2 years older than the X2D and it’s about to be replaced for a new modell within the next months. The Hasselblad is a really nice and comfy camera to have in the hand. It is indeed sexy, with supreme image quality and you fall in love with it as soon as you touch it. You feel dragged to take it in the hand all the time. BUT: the XCD system is extremely pricy, very limited and the lack of some basic options in the menu of the camera can make it really frustrating to use, even if the general use is genius, like an iPhone app. Nevertheless, cameras come and go, but lenses build systems and in my opinion, the GFX is a better system right now (unless you are a millionaire and the flashes make a big part of your job), or at least, a more logical choice.

[@TigroGumi]

The ability to capture all the greens and bring out the magic of the greens around takes the lead. If you wanted to get a enchanted look to you photography, the Hasselblad is it. I was hoping it wouldn't be different between the two because video in the medium format would get exceptional B-ROLL footage.

[@fototripper]

Exactly!

[@florinopris1578]

I think you missed some details. Even though the cameras have the same sensor, the color science is different, sooo... if you try to apply a preset, created for one, to the other, the results will be different from the start . I belive your comparison is flawed from that regard.

[@stuffonyoutube3515]

Is is a compatibility issue based in color profiles. It's just like in video editing when applying luts. u have to use a profile conversion before applying the luts.

[@Aneliuse]

0:46

[@maryl1833]

Regarding the two images at 20:55, I think the Fuji is slightly sharper. The greens are brighter on the Hasselblad, but seem blown out above the falls . .

[@NildoScoop]

I've already seen some comparisons. The Hasselblad is superior to the Fuji in terms of colors, image stabilization and overall image quality.

[@agespin]

You are not using the same setting in each camera to compere, and that dose not make since.

[@kitminlee9169]

I think besides the camera body, you also need to consider if the lenses they make suit your shooting needs, also their price and for Hassy whether they have the items you want in stock. In some countries the waiting list for XCD lenses is a very long time. Buyers should spend time looking at the whole brand setup to ensure the lenses they have meets your requirements, e.g. some may like lightweight zooms but hassy has only 35-75, a beast of a lens in weight 1100g, while GFX 35-70 at 390g. And considerable price difference , yet both are probably optically acceptable to 90% of photographers here:) I believe X2D is a niche camera, good for landscapes or those who are not in a rush to complete the shoot, unlike us commercial photographers. I personally would prefer a D-pad or joystick on this camera, rather than using touch or horizontal/vertical scroll which gets confusing when changing orientation of the camera body.

[@edsmelly]

You came through Maine and you didn’t stop to see me…? Oh, Gavin! I’m crushed. 😢

[@mattleccese]

I’m just here for the entertainment and that magnificent waterfall 🖤 My good lady Amanda would like to know if we’re going to get an update on Hardcastle towers soon, she checks every week and tells me off if there isn’t one 🤷‍♂️ seeing the floor sanding clip in the previous video has driven her to distraction.

[@fototripper]

Very soon

[@mattleccese]

@@fototripper she will be delighted 🤙

[@richarddenise3886]

This video gets better every time it is replayed! Just superb!

[@brentbeach8657]

I like how you got the bear spray past the Walmart greeter!

[@PhotoJohn80]

I’d never use Hasselblad due to the fact you can’t use capture one. Their software is atrocious the last time I used it. That was a couple of years ago so maybe it’s better?

[@34Media]

all i could notice was the fuji seemed to handle the highlights a little better and the hassy baby was better with the shadows. bot are dream cameras an di think the other issue you might have is lens options as i think with the medium format level lens options seem to be the biggest draw back with even teh fuji not having many options compared to say a full frame camera options ?

[@dominiclester3232]

Nice video, thanks! So basically the Hasselblad has nicer greens and somehow it’s tough to match exposures. That’s my takeaway from this. Maybe shoot some red and blue dominated subjects to see if the H is generally more saturated? My personal view is that Fuji (+Sony) green subjects seem more blue than Nikon and Canon results (on green subjects).

[@dotmatrix7383]

Live not too far from this park - One of my favorite views in all of NY.

[@kurts_aviation]

great comparison Gavin both awesome cameras like you say.

[@stevemarson9665]

I was tempted but the lack of zooms and longer FL lenses put me off shifting to Hasselblad. You have DJI to thank for the incredible IS but otherwise even that and the generally better colour OOC hasn't got me away from the GFX which is a better all round camera for landscape.

[@eniero9105]

Maybe an idea for a follow up video.. How do the colours compare if you trick a little and set the Fuji Raw file to the Hassey X2D Color profile in Capture one or Lightroom?

[@JasonLorette]

What a location! That handheld X2D shot was pretty darn impressive at those settings for sure.

[@sagetheowlfatfeathery2083]

A good test would be to take the same shot on both,get someone else to do processing, and make a couple of prints. Then see, in a blind test, if you can tell the difference. I remember a video on here a few years ago when the got photography KZbinrs to try to tell the brand of camera used on a series of shots. The results - none of them could tell the difference with any confidence or repeatability. They were clearly just guessing. At that point therefore, the quality of the user interface (which is why I shoot Canon) and price become the deciding factor, unless there are actual functionality differences as in the inability to do video with the Hasselblad.