Originally posted by Digitalis I class this as just another camera. To me Photography isn't a game. Clients are only interested in results - if you can get the most out of the 645D( Or 645Z), what will this new camera bring to the table? more capital expenditure on something you don't really need?
Big deal, "modern" 50mm lenses have designs that can be traced back past 100 years.
I basically agree, posting my own comment beyond this quick reply
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Originally posted by itshimitis Shooting twilight images with both my 645Z and A7R2 on separate tripods the OVF is clearer than the EVF of the Sony. The Sony attempting WYSIWYG means there is lots of noise and edges are difficult to see. I don't rely on the the red edge focus assist in poor light.
Well, clearer is true....but I've also had the experience of not being able to see anything out of the Z's OVF when I could at least see using the A7R's EVF....in fact in some cases the A7R's EVF was startling, like night vision.
So, now I will add my take on this. For me, the fuji looks to be a terrific camera----love the rotating EVF....but it would have been a non-starter for me due to cost. Yes, that brand new lens line up looks tasty and rational, but it would come with those new lens prices, and would have priced me right out of things.
While as with the Z, I have been able to build up the best lens group I have ever had with any camera (I don't really do any tele, full disclosure...), I think something like a dozen lenses, as well as 3 flashes and a few other accessories, for about or maybe less than $15K (although there were some trade-ins along the way...). Are all the lenses top grade, per 2016 standards? NO, but I feel like my group are performing well----the only one I've gotten rid of was the 45. Kitting up with the Fuji at that number is not possible and won't be for a long while. Being able to delve into the substantial used Pentax market in 645 and 67 is what made the whole proposition even possible for someone with shallow pockets like me. And the work I've been able to do with the camera for the last 2.5 years is the best I've ever done
consistently, thanks to the Z. Sometimes the equipment can make a big difference.
No knock on Fuji, I wish them well---still have my GSW690II
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