I really like the X2D. I still have two copies of the CV-125 for Nikon. Not impressed by how it works on the X2D at all. I've been trying all kinds of F-mounts, Otus, Leica, etc., and most of them do real well.
The CV-125 was not designed, apparently, for that large a sensor.
I suspected it would be the case that the 125 wouldn’t hold up to 100MP… it’s a bit challenged on both my D850 and Z8 (where it’s more likely to be mounted). Still, I suppose I have an emotional attachment to this lens so will keep it in my kit… and I do have a D1X which I’m reminded to try out soon with the 125. I have some F-mount Zeiss glass, and a couple of earlier Nikon lenses (16/2.8, 105/2.5) with which I could at least start out on an X2D journey... one which will likely begin next year when I plan to shoot with it in the Andes.
Thank you for this evaluation. I’ve been looking at the GFX II vs X2D, leaning toward the latter, if for no other reason than I don’t need video. Like yourself, I plan to adapt my F-mount glass, including my CV 125/2.5. Do you still have your copy of this lens and, if so, how is it working on the X2D?
I really like the X2D. I still have two copies of the CV-125 for Nikon. Not impressed by how it works on the X2D at all. I've been trying all kinds of F-mounts, Otus, Leica, etc., and most of them do real well.
The CV-125 was not designed, apparently, for that large a sensor.
I suspected it would be the case that the 125 wouldn’t hold up to 100MP… it’s a bit challenged on both my D850 and Z8 (where it’s more likely to be mounted). Still, I suppose I have an emotional attachment to this lens so will keep it in my kit… and I do have a D1X which I’m reminded to try out soon with the 125. I have some F-mount Zeiss glass, and a couple of earlier Nikon lenses (16/2.8, 105/2.5) with which I could at least start out on an X2D journey... one which will likely begin next year when I plan to shoot with it in the Andes.
Thank you for this evaluation. I’ve been looking at the GFX II vs X2D, leaning toward the latter, if for no other reason than I don’t need video. Like yourself, I plan to adapt my F-mount glass, including my CV 125/2.5. Do you still have your copy of this lens and, if so, how is it working on the X2D?