Fujifilm GFX50S II : Specifications and Opinions

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Jacopoxx13

sent on 23 Luglio 2022

Pros: Dynamic range, color rendering, stabilization

Cons: Electronic shutter, contrast only focus, non-backlit sensor like the 100s

Opinion: Absolutely imaginative machine, color rendering, dynamic range, three-dimensionality, mainly used for portraits returns very real and detailed complexions, menu with many functions and customizable. The camera body has a beautiful handle despite the medium format it holds well in the hand and accesses all the keys well. The focus is not the most lightning fast but I did not put it in the cons because you have to take into account the fact that it is a medium format and the optics very often are larger than an FF system, surely those who take it is certainly not to do sports and consequently it can be fine (but if you come from the world of D5 flagships, D6 1DX, A9, A1 etc, of course you stay a little bad). Only 2 flaws that this machine has are the sensor only in contrast and not in backlit phase detection as the older sister GFX 100s that frankly on a simlile machine sorry. Electronic shutter not usable for moving subjects scanning times a little too long, in the other mechanical and semi-electronic modes MS and EF also perfect flash sync. Recommended for all those who need a very three-dimensional and natural rendering of tones and colors.

Lella1952

sent on 02 Luglio 2022

Pros: sensor, stabilization, high iso yield, plane detachment, dynamic and tonal range

Cons: lack of rings as on the 50S

Opinion: Already happy owners (me and my husband) of the 50S since 2017, what we found in the Mark2 are: - the beautiful, compact and ergonomic body - the stabilization leaves amazed by its effectiveness at low times (try to believe) But above all the difference is seen in the dynamic range and in the tonal range The colors, the shades, are of an impressive progression to be a simple "Super Full Frame" And then.... we want to remember the detachment of the planes that this 4:3 sensor offers ???? The ductility of processing the file is simply surprising even with shots at the limit in terms of iso and light available Clearly now dogs and pigs know it for the Kingfisher or for Vettel in action I hope the next version with an even more performing AF, at least like the 100S. A car that does not see its journey end any time soon.

Lucacorro

sent on 28 Giugno 2022

Pros: Grip, Sensor, Stabilization, Definition, Autofocus, High ISO Yield

Cons: Can't find it.... 6 months to have it... ditto for the optics...

Opinion: The stabilization amazed me... such as high iso yield. I would say a car from another planet at a fairly affordable price (between cash back and various discounts). It is certainly a machine projected into the future, when perhaps it will also have an accessible and easily available optical park. I'm using it with 45 2.8, 63 2.9 and 120 macros. here shoot with the 120 in a church at 1/20 freehand and find a perfect shot, for me it's a lot of stuff. wonderful blurred. the 63 offers three-dimensional portraits ...

Marioreds61

sent on 12 Giugno 2022

Pros: Sensor- Definition and detachment of planes-Sensor stabilization- High ISO sealing-

Cons: Lack of rings- Autofocus not at the top- Machine lock during photo shoots

Opinion: Machine with fantastic sensor that makes the detachment of the planes in each photo. It is sold in kit with a surprisingly excellent 35-70 lens. Excellent machine for general use and especially in the studio from portrait, fashion and still life. The depth of color and shades are at the highest level. This camera makes every shot a unique pleasure. Very effective stabilization that allows you almost impossible shots. I preferred the old-fashioned Fuji rings which I find very practical and quickly intuitive. High ISO tightness excellent. The battery life is great and you can work in the studio for half a day without problems. I would have preferred a few more keys to customize. The optical park is quite complete but I hope for some more optics to be at the top. Continuous autofocus is not perfect and many times it makes mistakes with extreme ease. To be an MF it is definitely portable with small dimensions and weight, excellent ergonomics. A problem with Lexar SD that tends to freeze the camera.

Mevill

sent on 11 Giugno 2022

Pros: fan ta sti ca

Cons: nobody

Opinion: it's not a review, I have to work on it, but it really deserves attention. Obviously it must be evaluated for the sectors for which it was born, it is useless to take it to Mugello to say that it does not have enough gust ... with the lenses I have (canon TS) and zeiss it's great. Electronic viewfinder (the first for me) very good, I do not regret the mirror.

Giampaolo Masserano

sent on 01 Aprile 2022

Pros: Light and ergonomic body, tropicalized. Sensor not recent but still very valid. Simulation of Fuji films for an "analog" approach In-camera stabilization that is added to that of the lenses (also of other brand) The 35-70 in kit is better than you might think. Very interesting is the possibility of using, through a dedicated adapter, lenses for the FF of other Houses (of course, with some limitations).

Cons: Electronic viewfinder... The cost of the three lenses I would need is exorbitant... Wait.

Opinion: 29/3/2022 Just bought and used for some tests in the real world. Disconcerting to put the eye to the electronic viewfinder for the first time, especially for those like me who have photographed for almost 50 years using only SLRs: if you frame brick walls or objects with a rough or patterned surface it seems that everything "frys" (sorry but I do not find a more fitting word). They told me that soon you get used to it... Fortunately, opening the files on the PC (very clean and easily workable) you discover another world: native jpeg already very beautiful, faithful color rendering. The autofocus (contrasting) with sunlight does not show uncertainty and does not seem to me so much slower than the most advanced ones: in any case, for the landscape it is amply sufficient. Formidable the IBIS, which while not reaching the advertised 6.5EV gain is a boon to make the most of such a large and dense sensor. I reserve updates in the near future. ---- UPDATE 2/7/2022 I confirm everything good I have previously reported. In fact, the electronic viewfinder gets used to it rather quickly... so in the end the judgment is positive. The stabilization is really excellent and allows shots with times and / or apertures that would otherwise require the continuous use of the tripod. Unparalleled handling: I come from Pentax 645D and the comparison is embarrassing ... The machine goes virtually unnoticed, being little larger than an FF SLR. Using the TECHART ring I also tried to shoot with Canon L lenses (in particular the 70-300L, the 100-400 L and the 500f4 L) with excellent results: the vignetting at the edges (when present) is easily eliminated both via PS, and with a slight cutout from 4:3 to 3:2. I look forward to the release of the GF 20-35, hoping that the price is not exorbitant: then I will sell the excellent GF30 that I used very little being too close to the 35-70kit

Fascione

sent on 14 Gennaio 2022

Pros: file information, color rendering, size, ergonomics, beauty

Cons: AF still uncertain but just enough for the type of photo that this machine should do, much improved compared to the 1 generation

Opinion: I come from 50R that in its own way already satisfied me a lot, the only thing that pushed me to replace it with the 50SII was the IBIS, in my opinion almost fundamental in such large sensors. In fact, the world has changed a bit, now you shoot at different minimum speeds thanks to the AF a little less uncertain. It is a more mature machine, very beautiful among other things, the keys are positioned well, it grips very well. For the moment I am very very satisfied.

Chertiphotographer

sent on 10 Ottobre 2021

Pros: files really rich in information, simple menu to use and written "in Italian", portability and ergonomics, jpeg with "fuji presets" really top

Cons: I hope fuji will increase soon the optical park with 2-3 quality objectives

Opinion: I have this camera for about ten days and I used it twice in the studio to shoot two books and I did a couple of outings around Rome (I took it in kit with 35-70mm). Needless to dwell on the technical aspects, there are dozens of videos on youtube that explain everything.... let's start by saying that it is a machine made very very well, absolute enjoyment. He knows how to do his job well: portrait photography, still life, landscapes and architecture. STOP (!!) for everything else (especially for sports photography) there are many other products. Needless to ask a Ferrari to go slowly in city traffic, or a 500 to speed on the track. Those who buy this product know what they want (I also have a sony alfa 7 R IV as the first body, and I have had over 15 nikon of all kinds). Highly recommended also because already with the kit you do excellent work at an ultra competitive price. Brava fuji, a mature product (I had also tried the 100s in June in Naples, but in the end I opted for this one and I am not at all sorry).