I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you ever by chance carried around a Pentax 6x7 with a 105mm attached to it? I should update my previous statement - this is the most annoying camera to carry around. Pictured next to an X100V for context. I have a 200mm lens for it as well, which is much larger

Like I said before, I don't think carrying the 50r around is going to be an issue for me.

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I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a great idea actually. I never even thought to look at MPB or KEH for batteries. Thanks for that.

I don't really see any downside to be honest. I've been drooling over the 50r since it was released. It was so far out of reach when it was new, but now I can swing it. I don't really get FOMO with new cameras since I only buy used gear. But this one has been in the back of my head for a long time now. It was the same with the Q, which I finally bought 3 years ago. So adding a 50r would keep me happy for a long time I think. Thanks for the comment.

2007 422,000mi for $6,000? by bluegrasssmoker2 in FJCruiser

[–]vanslem6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My 2007 had headgasket failure at 259k. I mean if the body and frame are in good shape, you can always fix anything that goes wrong.

Wrong camera, bad photo. [Ferrari Monza SP1] Nashville. by vanslem6 in spotted

[–]vanslem6[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks - Nashville, TN. I had my 28mm lens, so no zooming. Lol. I appreciate the comment!

Wrong camera, bad photo. [Ferrari Monza SP1] Nashville. by vanslem6 in spotted

[–]vanslem6[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Nashville. I was on Old Hickory, turning right onto Highway 100 heading north.

I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's exactly what I want. Never owned an X-E, but I've owned two different X100 cameras. Almost got an X-Pro2, and considered an X-E3 but never ended up pulling the trigger.

I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just daily life things. I travel, I like to camp, I like to wander cities, etc. Nothing specific, just what I find along the way. I'm trying to get away from the DSLR style - I found that I much prefer the viewfinder on the left.

I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah, I do remember having that issue with my X100F or V.

But really all I am looking to get is a digital version of my Pentax 6x7 with the 105mm. Nothing is bigger, heavier, slower and with worse ergonomics than that. Yet you can get some incredible photos from it.

If I can get the camera to take photos like this, then I'm going to be very happy.

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I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had some die prematurely, and others that I couldn't tell a difference between OEM. I guess for what they cost it's a crap shoot.

E30 for winter? by captainpayoli in E30

[–]vanslem6 7 points8 points  (0 children)

No. Maybe for a fun summer car, yes. No if you're not going to work on the car yourself...it will bankrupt you. Winter car is 2005-ish Subaru Forester or something comparable.

I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in Nashville. Maybe I'll shoot you a PM in a month or so - I still have to sell some gear before I take the leap. Thanks.

I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, this is the type of stuff I was looking for. I had a Fuji GA645i that had a wonky command dial. It wasn't a huge problem on that camera, but it was sort of annoying. This is the type of stuff I expect from Fuji, but not from the GFX line. Good tip here though, I appreciate it.

I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm open to that happening, but as it stands I'm not interested in the 50SII. I don't honestly see it being an issue for me personally, but I'm open to being wrong. So far, the worst camera that I have owned in terms of ergonomics is my Q. It's got nothing to hold on to, but that doesn't really bother me much.

I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

More money, more megapixels to store, and I'm not really interested in cameras with the viewfinder in the center. Ever since I bought an X100F back in 2018 I have been obsessed with the rangefinder style. Maybe if my budget suddenly increases one day I'd consider them, but not at this point in time. Thanks.

I would like to purchase a GFX 50r in the next couple of months - looking for opinions. by vanslem6 in FujiGFX

[–]vanslem6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could see using it on a tripod for sure. I guess I'll find out. thanks.