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Just got word that mine should be here next week.

I DO have the H lens system … most interested in how the HC50-II and 100 do.

Still want the S/CS versions also … 1/1000 with he S-120/2.5 … yummy.

-Marc

I wouldn't know how the HC-100/2.2 will look on the S2 yet Stephan … I'm still waiting for my H to S adapter … (Grrrr ; -( Missed a BIG opportunity last week and had to use the H4D/60 for a big paid shoot because I needed high-speed sync for the entire day. The S2's 1/125th top sync speed wasn't an option. I really wanted to use the S2 for…[Read more]

rudlinfineart;2261 wrote: As I understand the H literature, the H digital lenses are purposely designed NOT to
be optically correct, but require correction in software. It would seem that this limits
the true usability and desirability of these lenses on the S system (unless of course
you just happen to already have the lenses). Why would…

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What an honor Roger!

I believe a few photos from that conflict were instrumental in ending it, and that was one of them. I also remember the sudden end of “Eisenhowerian naivety” when Life published the cover of Lt. Cali about the My Lai massacre.

I wouldn't even try to account for my missed moments in the face of a war correspondent…[Read more]

Very cool Josh!

I like the composition. That you also caught a glimpse into the rooms far left is pretty neat.

-Marc

It'll have to be a surprise upgrade to make me part with that much cash again. It was the lenses I was after.

I don't have any issues with the box as is … I prefer they do not add a tap screen, or a joy-stick or more wheels. The 5 custom quick sets worked perfectly for me on day one … I just set them up in a counter clock-wise fashion…[Read more]

Yeah Mark, I'm not sure what I'm seeing either … LOL!

It really is two different looks and feels to a similar subject partially driven by the ability of the cameras as they now compare. When I get the leaf-shutter S lenses, they will be much closer in ability to work with lighting.

I am also dying to get my hands on the H to S adapter…[Read more]

Should have add Kurt K to the “candid” mention above.

-Marc

Thanks.

What I find interesting with the S2 is the ability to do so many styles of photography with it. While the shots I've posted here fall more into the non-candid arena, or are more structured in approach … there is nothing really dictating this. It is just a more MFD type use, especially when using lighting.

I now want to evolve…[Read more]

Mark Gowin;2577 wrote: Beautiful lady and photographs. My first reaction was that I preferred background rendering of the Hasselblad HC210mm over the Leica S120mm and in general preferred the Hasselblad photo. However, upon closer inspection of the web sized images, I think the difference has more to do with the lighting than the lens…

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Good observations Stephan.

The slight temperature differences can probably be directly attributed to more strobe lighting used on the Hassey shot compared to more ambient (shade) on the S2 shot. Lighting is often the biggest single factor … however, up big, I do like the S2 shot a lot for its more natural look and feel. Just different…[Read more]

Now that they have taken the sync speed to 1/1000th, I'm converting all my lenses to CS.

Never mind the camera and lenses, gimme that lighting! LOL!

-Marc

Thanks guys,

David, yes it is always what's behind the camera no matter who …. however, when a camera does what it is supposed to do, when it is supposed to do it, and the files have such a nice look and feel, it's a real help.

Frankly, I have not seen files from any other camera provide the look and feel that the S2 provides. There…[Read more]

Personally I wouldn't hold my breath regarding a Leica shift lens for the S2. There was never one for the R series either … just an R mount Schneider 28mm which was okay, but not a stellar performer.

One could use a V adapter and the Hasselblad PC Mutar shift adapter with a Zeiss 40IF CFE, which I've used on other focal plane cameras ……[Read more]

I would first get your hands on a different Hasselblad HC or HCD lens. Preferably a new or newer one.

Some HC300mm occasionally can act up even on some H bodies … mine would sometimes just not AF at all, or the H camera would read no lens attached. I would reattach the lens and it would work, then later wouldn't. I found that it was just…[Read more]

I think you may have missed my point. The H system is ubiquitous at rental houses, therefore provides access to both back-up, and special application lens use on the S2. For example, I recently sold my HC300/4.5 due to limited use, and will simply rent it when needed.

The other aspect of dumb adapters verses one like this is more than just…[Read more]

I think Leica just made it easier to decide on any dual system considerations.

The Hasselblad H and S2 became a no brainer the minute Leica announced the fully functional H to S adapter … be it a Hasselblad H systems camera, or a H1/H2/H2X with a Phase One back.

In effect, any pro or serious enthusiasts now has access to a back-up…[Read more]

Be quick about it David … we are on the edge of our seats! 😀

Thanks for all your efforts!

-Marc

FYI, the top sync speed with the H lenses adapted to the S2 is not 1/1000, it is 1/750.

David, the key question I'd want insight on is how Leica will continue supporting S2 owners with firmware updates that refine performance?

The speculative chatter regarding a S3 is irritating to those that dropped $25K on the S2 and may not be ready…[Read more]

🙂

-Marc