09-26-2016, 12:36 AM
So far, hand-held and non tethered MF bodies had to rely to indirect AF as well, it was just a better situation because the lenses are less fast. Faster lenses and altogether smaller parts result in tighter tolerances which not every manufacturer is up to, apparently.
It's a bit sad to see the FF era going to a possible end once one "MF" sensor (which will remain a FF-H or FF plus to me, because MF to me is more than just 80% more surface than FF) gets popular and comparatively affordable. But for a while the FF machines will remain as they are versatile enough for the people owning one. That was a reason for 135 film and is remaining for FF as well, as long as mirrors are connected to the prejudice of higher quality.
Not so quick with calling it "dead", please.
It's a bit sad to see the FF era going to a possible end once one "MF" sensor (which will remain a FF-H or FF plus to me, because MF to me is more than just 80% more surface than FF) gets popular and comparatively affordable. But for a while the FF machines will remain as they are versatile enough for the people owning one. That was a reason for 135 film and is remaining for FF as well, as long as mirrors are connected to the prejudice of higher quality.
Not so quick with calling it "dead", please.