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The kit David used
FujifilmGFX 50R The Fujifilm GFX 50R is a mirrorless digital camera equipped with a larger- format 51.4-megapixel sensor measuring 43.8x32.9mm. This camera’s compact rangefinder-style design and weather- resistant construction makes it the ideal tool for photographers on the move who value high resolution.
GF 23mm f/4 R LMWR This super wide-angle lens is perfect for landscape and architectural photography. It offers an equivalent focal lenth of 18mm in 35mm format, minimum distortion for such a wide angle of view, plus dust and weather resistance.
at all processing the Raw files to produce images I was pleased with. Hindhope Linn was looking greener and more overgrown than I’ve seen it for a while. Both locations offer numerous compositions and can push a camera sensor’s ability to capture the full dynamic range. Taking the Fujifilm kit to such familiar places meant I knew I would definitely get some shots, so it allowed me to concentrate on trying out the equipment. As I explored the camera, I discovered more and more useful features. Beingmirrorlessmeant there was no need to cover the viewfinder to prevent light leak when taking an exposure. I habitually flip down the viewfinder blind on my D850 and not having to do that was nice. The option to switch to an electronic shutter was also excellent, reducing vibrations to ensure the sharpest possible images. With regard to controls, the camera was very easy to use. Even though the metering
of the GFX 50R was excellent and I was immediately confident it was capturing the scenes I was seeing, in scenes with such contrasting light, it was reassuring that the auto exposure bracketing feature was so easy to set up and put into action. The focus peaking feature was also really helpful, plus the customisable function buttons were extremely flexible. I set one to bring up the electronic level when pressed – super handy when working on a tripod. In terms of image quality, I found the GFX 50R and lenses to be incredibly sharp – from edge to edge right into the corners. I was shooting into the sun at sunsets at St Mary’s Lighthouse and there was no lens flare at all, and no noticeable chromatic aberration. The other big difference I found was the colours being captured in the Raw files. I shot using auto white balance like I normally do on my D850 – but the temperature and tint numbers I was seeing in post were like nothing I’d seen before. The transition of tones was beautifully smooth, from blues to purples to oranges to yellows in a sunset – all perfectly captured. The shades and saturation of greens around the waterfalls were also fantastic, so natural, vibrant and true to life. I would definitely recommend trying out Fujifilm kit. Reading product reviews is interesting, but there is no substitute for giving equipment a proper field test yourself. When I applied to try the GFX 50R I wasn’t convinced there would be a lot of difference between it and my current Nikon D850 – but I was wrong. I think the image quality of my Nikon kit is excellent, but for landscapes I found the FujifilmGFX system to be sublime. The value for money in terms of image quality of the GFX system is extremely impressive and it’s something I’ll be very seriously thinking about in the future.
The option to switch to an electronic shutter was also excellent, reducing vibrations to ensure the sharpest possible image
GF 45mm f/2.8 RWR A highly versatile wide-angle lens enjoying an equivalent focal length of 36mm in 35mm format. The GF 45mm f/2.8 RWR offers a wide maximum aperture, plus dust and weather sealing, all inside a compact, lightweight body.
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