Finally a Hassleblad review that actually shows off good photography! makes me want to get one...

This is probably the deepest, most stylish and best executed review I've seen in a long time. Congratulations. No pixel peeping showing test charts, no rattling down of specs. Style, music - kudos!

@KyleMcDougall

4 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Cheers.

@Tugela60

21 күн бұрын

Because it would look pretty bad if he had all that 😂

Just a friendly reminder to all, your current gear is not your limiting factor 😊

@jaychow94

9 ай бұрын

I still want it

@ggill1313

9 ай бұрын

I have the Hasselblad 907x. Great camera. But I find myself leaving it at the house in lieu of my X100F because one gets in the way, and the other doesn’t. I enjoy the 907x, but it’s definitely a first generation product. I’m hoping that what’s learned in the X2D can be applied to its successor.

@massimilianomattioli6368

9 ай бұрын

Honestly all gear has limitation but for some this is the ultimate tool to get things done… same way a carpenter will appreciate a good chisel a photographer will appreciate a good camera

@TheLefse

9 ай бұрын

True. As soon as the X3D comes out, however….🎉😊

@larschi90

9 ай бұрын

Always have to remind myself to this fact while watching videos and reviews about exclusive gear.

That first scene with the H2S’s bokeh is just sooo stunning!

Excellent review, not only the review of the camera per se, but the narrating, clipping, sound, transitions and tones.

Kyle, my man! I've watched all the X2D videos out there as they rolled out over the last few month, some good some not so much. Interestingly, even though I already own the X2D and love it so much more than I did my X1D II (my X2D is my all-time favorite camera, because it inspires me to get out to explore everyday), I still watch anything new that pops up. I was quite pleasantly surprised to see this video from you and it is now my favorite of all of them, as your work most closely fits in with the subjects I typically photograph. Great work, Kyle.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for that. Glad you enjoyed this one!

Thanks for doing this thoughtful review and talking about how you feel shooting with it. It’s made me understand the camera a lot better than any specs could tell. The portraits you took are stunning.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Cheers.

Love, love, love this video! So nice to see a review focussed on taking images, and not just comparing specs.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

This looks so close to actual film that I'm left a little shocked. I enjoyed every minute - thank you.

This aspect ratio looks incredible. Great shots, Kyle!

Lovely video Kyle! Your videos are always so enjoyable to watch.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Michael!

The amount of crop without severely compromising resolution is insane

Just found your channel and really enjoyed watching this film's aesthetic look of the camera reviewing video. Love it so much 🧡

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Cheers.

What an exciting video! I'm glad you were in the position to get this level of sponsorship, very informative

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Great video Kyle, I love the pictures you made with the Hassie!

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Chris.

This is the most technically informed and well considered video I’ve seen about the X2D. You hit all the points that I don’t see most people discuss, HNCS in particular was well covered. Plus some very nice compositions. Really well done. Thanks.

@Zetaphotography

9 ай бұрын

Stop lol

@DavidEvenson

9 ай бұрын

Stop what?

What an awesome opportunity to showcase the X2D. Awesome video!! Im subbed! 🎯💯

@KyleMcDougall

6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

Dude, I was just looking at the digital back for my 500cm yesterday lol. That 50MP medium format sensor combined with those vintage Zeiss lenses are incredible. Awesome video as well! A lot of England reminds me of parts of the Southern American states where I currently live!

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

A digital back for the 500CM would be nice, with the older glass.

Incredible production quality! Subed immediately!

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers.

Such an aesthetically pleasing video. Great work, great review. Hearing the specs of X2D though, I felt I was near a heart attack

amazing shots

insane good shots

Lovely film full of inspiring images. Great work!

@KyleMcDougall

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Inspiring video! You just share some of the locations in case we go on a road trip!

I think most of us want to see Hasselblad succeed and continue developing the mirrorless medium format cameras we all dream of. But, there in lies the problem, for most people this camera system is a dream. While I understand Hasselblad probably wasn't expecting to sell a ton of these cameras and need to make enough for R&D and to fund future projects, but they have to get the price point figured out. The kit you're slinging right there is a $15k kit (before taxes) and just makes it incredibly niche camera. I'm willing to bet even working professionals would take a big gulp before pulling the trigger on this kit. Unfortunately most reviews end the same way...its a beautiful camera but I can't afford it. I can't wait to see what Hasselblad does next and hopefully they can bring more people into the iconic brand. Great video as usual, Kyle!

@dennisonbertram4903

9 ай бұрын

Totally true, but remember the days when photos had to drop $30k-$40k or more? I'm thrilled to see a medium format digital camera so "cheap" :-) But yes, still very expensive! but so nice!

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

It's a camera that I would love to shoot with if I could afford to! I'd be ok with a lower price.

First video on the X2D that I really enjoyed. Love the images that you made with this camera. Did you do a lot of post processing on those environmental portraits or was it mainly about balancing exposure and contrast?

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Just balanced the exposure, and then I did just some 'film' presets on them, which I then toned back. The tough part about using a new camera system for a relatively short period of time, is that it takes a while to understand and learn how to work with the files. So there was some experimenting.

I used to have pentax 67 ii today I am ordering x2d with 55v for portrait and landscape.

Dream camera

Happy to see how you approach your gear reviews! Your pictures look amazing whatever camera you use. I am very happy with the GFX50R. And on a 4K screen really... I don't see much difference between the photos on the GFX50R you took compared to the Hasselblad. Love all of them.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Love how you went to Blackpool, it's definitely seen better days, nice to see it being appreciated through your photography. Liverpool also would have been a good place to visit, some great buildings there. A lot was filmed there for Matt Reeves Batman.

I think the quality is amazing who can ask for more, thanks for sharing

You should look into the X1DII, granted you would "loose" out on a few things but you already use a tripod. The image quality and color is fantastic for 1/2 the price used. I have an X1DII and honestly it feels like a digital version of a Mamiya 7 but more compact with more flexibility.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Yeah, funny enough I started researching the older models while using this, to see if I could afford one 😅

@winedemonium

9 ай бұрын

@@KyleMcDougall B&H are currently doing a run out on NEW X1D II 50cs for $4199 including the 4/45P lens - so you get the warranty there. I'm tempted by that. Perhaps other camera retailers are offering similar deals.

There’s some seriously good compositions in there, the environmental portraits in particular.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thank you.

best thing about the hassys are that the grips are incredible. no other system has ever felt that nice in my hands. had the 50C II a few different times but after switching to Fuji, i never went back to Hasselblad. To me they are just overpriced beautiful pieces of art. by far the best looking and feeling camera ive ever owned but thats about it. Its kind of like owning a ferrari, a conversation starter, oh wow you have a Hasselblad!

@dazhsh7109

2 ай бұрын

У фуджи уродливый дизайн и мультяшные цвета. Если вас это устраивает, то ок.

Another brilliant watch Kyle! Images are beautiful, especially the gentleman stood behind the counter with just the window to light him. How did you find Yorkshire dales? You could easily smash out a series there then hop on over to the lake district.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thanks, Ben. The Yorkshire Dales were a surprise. Somewhere I'll definitely return to!

I am with you. This damned camera takes great pictures. And even if it is a lousy picture, the IQ and color will be world-class. I am grateful for the windfall that allowed me to buy one. This is the camera I dreamed of for decades and it is finally here.

Superb video!

Great video, felt like watching a movie!

Great video. Love the look and style of it. which film emulator did you use? :)

Great video Kyle, lovely images. But they do lack character! I feel the Fuji gives something unique..

Pleasure beach images were so cool :)

Played around with the Hassie X2D for a few days, it really is a dream camera! Just holding it is special. Love your demo images. This was a very nicely made video, even the background music was nicely slotted in. Hey Kyle, what is the name of that song that started @ about 7:20. I cant get it out of my head! I Shazamed it but to no avail. Fantastic work KM, thanks.

Great stuff as always. And, you have to come back to Yorkshire !

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Definitely plan to return one day!

Great video, really well shot and nice images! I'm mostly interested in the 55mm V - what did you think of it? I saw most shown images were the 38mm.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

I trended towards the 38 as it fit well with the compositions I'm interested in. The 55 was just as nice from a performance standpoint, but just a bit too long for me.

@davetv8171

6 ай бұрын

The 55 v is the one I got and I could only afford one somewhat so it was a tough decision. I find it’s a perfect focal length for travel and street etc. now I have to find a way to get the 90 v.

If I'd known you were going to Scarborough, I would have come to say hello :D

As always, great video. always interesting to hear your thoughts. Love this camera myself. the gfx is a solid competitor though, but the the design of the hasselblad x2d is hard to beat.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. And yes, I'm very happy with my 50R. The build and feel of the Hasselblad though is much nicer.

Hi, Thank you again for such a gorgeous video, with the beautiful images, especially the Portraits. In minutes 13:05 you show and image out of Camera + with "film" preset -> is the preset is applied on Lightroom? Thank you, Marco

@KyleMcDougall

5 ай бұрын

Thank you. And yes, in LR.

Thanks Kyle! Finally a reflective look at this camera in a well made, inspiring video! Loved the fact you put some Northern Soul into it. I would have liked a short statement of possible, negative sides - likely there aren't any big ones I assume, and, knowing your videos, you would've covered that. ;-) Can you say something about battery life when and how you used it? For myself, especially in the cold, e.g. when capturing northern lights, this is highly relevant.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

There weren't many negatives for my way of working. The biggest one for me is the electronic when adapting vintage lenses, as mentioned in the video. I found battery life to be great. I had two batteries, and after four days of shooting, I charged one of them.

@go70North

9 ай бұрын

@@KyleMcDougall Thanks for the reply! 🙂

I LOVE that portrait at 6:05, amazing video as always

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thank you.

Bro I’m still trying out the Horseman 45FA you recommended a few months back. Slow down. I love your channel and your photos your use of light is masterful.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

The Horseman is a keeper!

leaf shutter = full spead flash sync... awesome

Did you find you got used to the focus implementation? (screen swipes, etc)? One of my concerns with this camera is the lack of joystick combined with lack of face/eye detect, focus-tracking, combined with focus-by-wire lenses if you switch to manual. I have the 907x, and find focusing on anything that moves really hard (harder than a Leica M, for example). Most of your work seems to have been either posed portrait, or static subjects where this is less of an issue. Thanks.

Kyle, great photos and review!♥️ That’s what a modern digital camera should look like! 🛑 There’s one huuuge downside to XD2 … 💰 the price point ☹️ I love Hasselblad’s design, optics, colours. It’s remarkably unaffordable system! I’ll stick with my GFX50R for now.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Yeah, as mentioned in the video, it's out of mine as well. A very nice camera, but I'll still be using my 50R.

I’m juggling between picking up a gfx 50r or x1d ii as a first foray into medium format and it’s such a struggle. I love the form and build quality of the hasselblad but the flexibility of the body shutter on the gfx letting me use other lenses freely and the sheer amount of Fuji g lenses is tough to give up

@sierragold

6 ай бұрын

I have the Fuji GFX 50r and I love it. I use a myriad of vintage lenses with it via inexpensive adapters, in addition to several Fuji G lenses which are absolutely stunning!

Excellent review! When using a tripod do you turn off IBIS?

@KyleMcDougall

8 ай бұрын

Yes.

13:49 this portrait is stunning.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

🙏

An excellent video - Thank you

Hi Kyle, great review. Can you let me know the lens filter you mention? Appreciated if you can. Thanks.

@KyleMcDougall

3 ай бұрын

Tiffen Black Pro Mist 1/8

12:38 favorite shot! Perfect as a print - do you sell prints?

I opted for an X1DII when I sold off my GFX gear. I thought the X2D was just way out of my price range. I do miss using Capture One, I have to confess. I feel it really capitalized the data in the GFX raw format. I am unequivocally impressed everything I see the color out of the hasselblad 16bit raw. There’s something about their color science.

when the camera is more worth than the car great video, well done

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

The camera is worth much more than the car.

Very nice report. With what was this filmed?

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Fuji X-H2s

Another question: what brand and type are those speaker next to your screen?

I was wondering if the in-built SSD what if it dies? is it replacable?

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

That I do not know, unfortunately.

Damn, good job. Damn good, bloody good, damn good job.

I think your mitakon with the fuji is miles ahead of this system tbh.

Kyle what camera are you shooting the video with and are you using the pro mist filter for that as well

@KyleMcDougall

6 ай бұрын

X-H2s and a pro mist 14 and 1/8

@hankdinardo4308

6 ай бұрын

Thanks Kyle I shoot with the XH 2s for video as well@@KyleMcDougall

What colour rendering or profiles are you using?

This is the one camera that’s on my wishlist now. I have the x1d 50c II but this version fixes everything I disliked about my x1d. I am waiting tho till I have time to actually shoot it. I don’t want to buy it let it sit

Awesome video! Loving the color tones and vibe of ur images. Hasselblad should make you a brand ambassador 👀

What about AF point selection? I think the X2D is fantastic for a lot of reasons but the one thing that keeps me from getting it is that I've seen/read that to pick an AF point, you have to touch the screen. That might be okay for landscapes on a tripod, but it seems kind of wonky to do it that way while trying to do portraiture, street stuff, etc.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

I didn't use the AF at all, as all of my work is manual focus.

Too nice to play outside with.

I’m saving my pennies for the 907x. Maybe we’ll get a 100mp back for it soon. 🤞🏻

While totally out of my price range this camera does look fantastic.

@Shrek_Has_Covid19

9 ай бұрын

maybe in 20 years...

13:06 the raw file is way better then the one edited with the preset. Are you sure the description is right?

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

The comparison wasn't to say the 'film' preset image is better, just to give an idea of how the SOC RAW looks.

@kingappia

9 ай бұрын

@@KyleMcDougall that's my point. The SOC RAW looks more "filmesque" then the preset one

With 7 stops of image stabilization it was a bit strange to see the tripod in so many scenes when you can probably show handheld up to at least 2 seconds if not up to 4. The beautiful images are appreciated…makes me think about upgrading from X1D II.

I've been tempting to switch to Hasselblad from my Fuji GFX system because of the color. How do you feel about the color out of this camera? is it easier to post process? Anyways, really enjoy your content and love your grading of the video and your photos. Mind if I ask what preset you use with your gfx photos?

@marcoliver5390

9 ай бұрын

You may want to wait out the next Fujikina (Sep. 12/23) for the announcement of the GFX100 v2. The sensor is supposed to have a number of improvements regarding colour and dynamic range, but keep the same resolution. I am doing a multi-year project photographing waterfalls and I can only zoom with my feet so much before I go over a cliff or back into a tree, so Hasselblad’s lack of zoom lenses keeps me from switching.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

I really did enjoy the colour of the Hasselblad and the simplicity of having the one 'profile'. The Hasselblad files seemed a bit easier to get to a point that I was happy with, but of course, the GFX files still grade very well, and at the end of the day, if you're tweaking to a personal style, they're probably going to look very similar, just like with all cameras.

Most impressive upper arm hair I’ve ever seen!

Kyle, shocked you did not show the X-Pan crop factor, especially given all the hype around the old X-Pan film camera & you being a film guy. On a different note, what is with photographers in the UK playing the same rambling background music? I thought I was watching a Thomas Heaton video for a minute? Cheers!

@KyleMcDougall

6 ай бұрын

I've never been much of an X-pan/panoramic person. But I know it does appeal to a lot of people.

Thanks for the review...enjoyed your breakdown and photos. This X2D 100C may be the body I have been waiting on in my 25+ years of Photography! On paper, it fits my style and workflow...the only downside is the price point (OF COURSE) Who knows, maybe I'll be able to pick up a used body and that 38mm in a few years for a god price...Lord willing! #hasselblad

In the second minute, how did you toke that video in the beach! I thought it was a normal scene until I focused on how small the people are and that dog seemed to be a point 🥲

I use a GFX 100s so am naturally curious about the Hassy. But no focus joystick? No Screen tilt? Makes no sense to me. The only thing that tempts me are the leaf shutter lenses for using flash in strong daylight. But that's not gonna make me part with 11-15k. For that money, I could buy a light that would overpower the ambient light at standard sync speeds.

I’m amazed that a system this high end would still have vignetting on the lenses. At this price point, i would expect edge to edge sharpness and coverage.

@CianMcsweeney

9 ай бұрын

I suspect they were trying to prioritize compactness, but as you said, yeah wouldn't expect it for the price

@andreasstolten9179

9 ай бұрын

Yes, the vignetting is not best. However vignetting can easily be fixed in post, and as stated in previous comment, the priority may have been on developing a light and compact lens. However I did not notice any flaws in sharpness in the video. Did I miss something?

It seems to me, and correct me if I am wrong, but digital cameras bodies are mostly different by the menu systems, and this makes the difference between being glad my Olympus was stolen and using ones designed for a human to use, Leica and Kodak.

Wonderful photos and camera seems wonderful. People like to say these obviously well cameras (Leicas, Hassies) are for doctors and lawyers. But let me tell you as a physician with a reasonably paying job (not a surgeon) and a family, I enjoy my fujifilm and my old hand me down nikon film cameras. Leicas and Hassies are wonderful tools priced waaaaay beyond my means. Maybe we should say these are for those with no family responsibilities and/or hedgefund guys/gals.. Shrug... :P

Did you enjoy the 38mm more than the 55mm?

@KyleMcDougall

2 ай бұрын

I did, although I'd probably want both if I owned this system.

It will be nice if you used Xpan crop mode

Quick side question: does anyone know what's the name of the song in the middle? It goes something like "come home to me I still love you won't you come back home I still need you" Tried Shazam, nothing. :( I need it in my life.

What film camera are you using in the video?

@Dennis-gy8vy

2 ай бұрын

Also a Hasselblad je made a video about his hasselblad filming equipment when he films Hassenblad photography equipment with another hasselblad he also filmed that with a hasselblad

@jakeicloud

2 ай бұрын

​@@Dennis-gy8vy Hassleblad X2D no film>?

Immagine do a dslr scan :)

You talk a bit about "color science" and how Hasselblad is different/pleasing to you. Are you using 'blad's software to process the RAW output? Or has 'blad given you DCP and/or LUT files that you load into LR or PS? I'm curious. Of course I'll scan your feed for this information, but in the event it's not there, I thought I'd ask. [Edit] I see that 'blads used to come with something called Phocus software and that the color maps are embedded XML. Is this what you are using?

This hassy is smaller than those prof fullframes from. Canon and Nikon, Leica and Panasonic. Indeed, can be an everyday carry.

I've always wondered what the benefit was of using a medium format digital body. For film there was an argument, but for digital, with some full frame sensors pushing 60+ megapixels now, and with a variety of lenses that dwarf the offerings on medium format systems, is there really a point to own one unless your a dentist or you charging 10-30k a day to big brands to shoot their ad campaigns.

@zest.b6127

9 ай бұрын

It’s not just about the resolution. Bigger sensors (whether digital or film) behave in a different manner in terms of optics and physics due to how they gather light. Depending on the end goal they can be useful or cumbersome, for someone like Kyle that cares about detail and render that fits the style. While to a street photographer or someone that tries to recreate a more painterly look the amount of detail could be a burden. To each their own, but one sensor size cannot replace the other.

@MeowjinBoo

9 ай бұрын

@@zest.b6127 But in the film days when you shoot large format you had access to movements, as far as I know there is no tilt shift lenses that exist for medium format systems. In terms of depth of field, the shallowest lens f1.9 according to their website. Which is probably the equivalent of a f/1.2 lens from nikon/canon/sony. I'm not disagreeing with you, but i still stand by my comment that if you are using a camera on this level, you either are charging 10-30k a day shooting ad campaigns for big brands or you are a dentist.

@greysuit17

9 ай бұрын

You will be getting more detail and better color with 16bit color, it’s a great camera.

@MeowjinBoo

9 ай бұрын

@@greysuit17 I never said it wasn't.

@greysuit17

9 ай бұрын

@@MeowjinBoo alright

I have personally found Hasselblad colour better than Fuji colour which can in comparison look a little cartoonish in some colours like reds and oranges. More natural. But Fuji colour has definitely got better in recent iterations. I feel that's the selling point over the Fuji. But the Fuji being more usable, modula, more lenses, working with capture one etc.

Autofocus is very slow ?

Beautiful footage and images! But, is the camera perfect? You didn't really mention any negatives or downsides at all and it's kinda hard to believe there wouldn't any - particularly because you call this a review.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

Honestly, there wasn't much I didn't like about this camera, other than the fact that it's way out of my price range. Everything that stood out to me is in this: electronic shutter when adapting lenses, lack of hard stops with the aperture ring, and the price. Other than that, for my way of working, it was great.

Great product if you get one that works. Service has been abysmal with Hasselblad since DJI took over.

Unfortunately there are not good enough RAW images to check the quality

Congratulations you must be one of the few people in the country with theses new lenses. Hasselblad keeps ignoring this year long issue in their sponsored videos. If you buy the body you will not be able to obtain these lenses ask any UK camera dealer about the frustrations of their Hasselblad X2D owners.

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

That's unfortunate. Didn't know about the supply issues.

Why did you use the X2D on a tripod so frequently, even in the daylight shots? Reviewers rave about its image stabilization. Isn't it good enough to preclude the need for a tripod?

@KyleMcDougall

9 ай бұрын

The image stabilisation does work very well, but when possible, I'm on a tripod, lowest ISO.

@NonstopFFriday

9 ай бұрын

Are you aware that people use tripods for additional reasons other than camera-stabilization?

@bobmcadams3951

9 ай бұрын

Please expound.

@bobmcadams3951

9 ай бұрын

Please expound.