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Francesco Iorio www.juzaphoto.com/p/FrancescoIorio  |
The following opinions have been automatically translated with Microsoft Translator. | Sony A7 IV Pros: 33 MP files excellent for detail and workability, very wide dynamic range, excellent performance at high ISO, autofocus among the best on the market, improved ergonomics, dual SD/CFexpress slots, viewfinder and screen finally up to par. Cons: Menu still not entirely intuitive. Opinion: The A7 IV is a complete and well-balanced camera, designed for those who want professional quality in the photographic field, even with advanced video possibilities (which I personally do not use). The 33-megapixel sensor represents an excellent compromise: more resolution than the A7 III, but without penalizing the grip at high ISO. The dynamic range is really wide, the RAWs are extremely workable, and the color is neutral and easily molded in post. The autofocus is one of its absolute strengths: fast, precise, reliable even in low light conditions. Impeccable eye-AF, both on people and animals. The construction is solid, the grip improved compared to the previous generation, and the controls are widely customizable. The new tabbed menu is more rational, although it remains full of options. The vari-angle screen is useful in many situations, the viewfinder has a good resolution and smooth refresh rate. The dual slots (one UHS-II SD and one CFexpress Type A) provide flexibility and security. For those who only do photography like me, it is a camera that allows you to face any situation with confidence, both technically and operationally. In short: a complete, modern, stable mirrorless, with very few weaknesses. Perfect for those looking for a solid, reliable main body capable of adapting to any photographic genre, from street to reportage, from portrait to landscape. sent on July 02, 2025 |
 | Ricoh GR IIIx Pros: Amazing image quality, true pocketability, analog feel, solid construction, total discretion. Cons: autonomy to be improved, lack of viewfinder (but you understand the meaning). Opinion: The GR IIIx isn't just a camera – it's a state of mind. It's the one you keep in your pocket even when you think you don't want to photograph, and instead something is calling you. Shoot in an instant, with a dry and silent shot, you feel invisible. The 40mm forces you to look better, to choose, to tell. It is a human, natural, discreet gaze. Snap focus is practical poetry: you set the distance and shoot at the right time, without thinking. It never puts you between you and reality, on the contrary, it accompanies you like a silent accomplice. The files are beautiful, full, malleable, and have that flavor that resembles film: if not for the appearance, for the way they lead you to experience photography. The only real limit is the battery, which lasts a short time, but a spare one in your pocket is enough. No viewfinder, but honestly I don't miss it. GR is a philosophy: essential, fast, always ready. For me it has become the camera of everyday life, of truth. And when I come home with a photo that speaks to me, I know that she was there, silently, in my pocket. In short, for those who really love to photograph, it is a small jewel. sent on July 02, 2025 |
 | Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton Pros: Excellent microcontrast; Suggestive blur; Three-dimensional rendering; Compactness and materials; Compatibility; Cons: Nothing Opinion: I own the Leica M version of the Voigtländer Nokton 40mm f/1.2, which I use daily on the Sony A7 IV thanks to the Techart PRO autofocus adapter. It is, in no uncertain terms, a lens that does not limit itself to recording reality: it sculpts it. Its optical rendering is what most distinguishes it: a masterful combination of microcontrast, three-dimensionality and tonal coherence that returns lively, pulsating, almost palpable images. The details emerge not only for their sharpness, but for their stratification and depth: shadows and lights do not mix, but chase each other, drawing volumes with a naturalness that only the most inspired optics can offer. At full aperture, at f/1.2, it surprises with its clarity and control: the subject stands out sharply, wrapped in a blur that vibrates with character without ever becoming intrusive. Closing just to f/1.4, the performance is further refined, while from f/2.8 onwards you enter a realm of absolute precision, keeping intact that analog timbre that makes it unique. The Leica M format offers a significant advantage: compact dimensions, perfect balance and a mechanical aesthetic that refers to the school of fine watchmaking. The rings are precisely turned, the helicoid fluid but never yielding, the diaphragm marks every third of a stop with a dull and reassuring sound. Thanks to the Techart adapter, the lens turns into a small miracle: active AF, ensuring full compatibility with modern Sony mirrorless cameras, all while maintaining the analog soul and mechanical precision of the M mount. sent on May 29, 2025 |
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