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The most beautiful camera ever made was built in 1956. 

GxAce
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The Rolleiflex is such an amazing medium format camera, however, 6x6 format doesn't get as much love these days as 6x7. This is a much more usable camera than the Mamiya 7 or the Pentax 67. Give the Rolleiflex a shot, you wont regret it.
A very special thanks to Xiaoxing Han (韩晓星) for allowing me to use her amazing photography in this episode. Go check here out
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00:00 Cinematic Garbage
00:23 Sample Images feat. Xiaoxing Han
01:30 Overview
02:14 Why 6x6?
02:42 The Magic of a Ground Glass/Sample Images
03:10 A Message, Lost to Time...
04:05 The Different Types of the Rolleiflex/Sample Images
05:03 The Street Photographer's Medium Format Camera/Sample Images
06:10 Who is this Camera for?
07:32 The Most Beautiful Camera Ever Made.
08:23 An Ode to the Replicants.

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@AsianWithHat
@AsianWithHat Год назад
Ah yes, a masterpiece film produced by the one and only GXAce.
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
You were fast with that comment this time! Thanks for watching my friend!
@thebitterfig9903
@thebitterfig9903 Год назад
The main feeling I have shooting the Rolleiflex that came into my hands is mostly that of privilege. To use a camera like this--so well crafted, so mechanically perfected, so glorious to look through--is an act of joy. To use a piece of history like this? Something special.
@GawxArt
@GawxArt Год назад
Best of RU-vid for real! Huge inspiration man!
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Thanks so much dude! You have quite an awesome style yourself! I appreciate the comment :)
@bentsai6849
@bentsai6849 Год назад
Hey, just wanted to say how much this video has just done for me, in the span of around an hour. After watching your video, I had a conversation with my dad about how fascinating I found film photography, and how he grew up with similar technology. We were talking about our experiences with the seperate technological eras we grew up with, and connected on the ways we appreciate art and their many evolving mediums. Being an aspiring music producer myself, I can draw many parallels between the world of analogue synths and the world of film photography, and as someone born after 2000, I find older technology and their limitations beautiful and inspiring, and liberating from the world of digital media. At the end of my conversation with my dad, he suddenly remembered that he had an old film camera passed down from my great-grandfather stored away. He pulls it out to reveal, wouldn't you know, a 1956 Rolleiflex. You cannot imagine my excitement right now, and I can't wait to try it with my dad. Thankyou for this video, for the passion you have put behind it inspiring my own creative pursuits, and for helping me and my dad connect. Cheers from a new subscriber, Ben
@jean-simondesjardins2819
@jean-simondesjardins2819 Год назад
This comment made my day. Thank you so much. I hope you and your dad can make fond memories together, with or without photography ♥️
@redoni3429
@redoni3429 Год назад
Congrats, very nice of you to share this story, thank you!
@Peshur
@Peshur Год назад
Mate very cool! I just read your comment to my kids
@3SmidgeEnergy
@3SmidgeEnergy Год назад
Bro I love this channel so much. The production quality is so unnecessarily high, and I LOVE it. Edit: The creative vision is so inspiring. I love how you formatted the whole video to match the camera. You really nail the "experience" of the camera, and that's the most magical part of photography. This channel has legitimately reignited my love and passion for photography, something I had lost after professionally shooting at a corporate level. Keep on crushing it ace.
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Thanks so much! This is exactly how I describe it as well, unnecessarily high production value hahaha
@3SmidgeEnergy
@3SmidgeEnergy Год назад
@@GxAce The creative vision is so inspiring. I love how you formatted the whole video to match the camera. You really nail the "experience" of the camera, and that's the most magical part of photography. This channel has legitimately reignited my love and passion for photography, something I had lost after professionally shooting at a corporate level. Thank you bro. Keep on crushing it ace.
@segzeeman7356
@segzeeman7356 Год назад
Yes! I was wondering why there was something different that I was enjoying about this video? The formatting and the photos were amazing!
@sario9830
@sario9830 Год назад
Just because of this channel, Im planning to buy my first camera and start to shot with something different than iPhone. Its time. Thank you very much for bringing my passion to the next level !
@MathieuStern
@MathieuStern Год назад
I have nosebleeds with every new video. you really found a unique style
@gosho2248
@gosho2248 Год назад
Dude. I never thought your content could get any better than your previous videos. I was wrong. This video is a masterpiece about a masterpiece camera. I would love if you talked more about film cameras. Also, huge compliments to Xiaoxing Han, the photos are amazing.
@Soupcan13
@Soupcan13 Год назад
Good lord I casually strolled in here and was leveled by how high quality this was. Bravo
@JaymesMedia
@JaymesMedia Год назад
This is breath taking. I saw the podcast on Patreon and all I can say is that I can’t wait see get fully integrated into a project that you love. Love that an amazing creator is here in Michigan.
@Riccardo_Mori
@Riccardo_Mori Год назад
The way you shoot. The music you choose. The concise narrative. The resulting format is that every upload of yours is a mini-film. Keep up the good work! Cheers - //Rick
@Mousoukyou
@Mousoukyou Год назад
Absolutely beautiful photos. They make me feel a mixture of inspired and sad and desperately wanting to travel. I've always wanted a Rolleiflex simply because of the photo taking experience, I didn't know they could produce such incredible images. Thank Xiaoxing and you for this.
@gibson4ever28
@gibson4ever28 Год назад
Love that you edited the video in this format and Xiaoxing's photos are amazing.
@piazzatron
@piazzatron Год назад
Pure artistry. I'm so glad to have discovered your channel years ago and watched it develop such a unique, refreshing voice. I hope you make it big, but regardless - you've created something original and true to your vision that resonates deeply with people. Bravo
@shxppard
@shxppard Год назад
words cant describe how inspiring your channel is to me man. have always thought there were limits to how creative I can get with ideas and every video you release makes it more and more clear that there are no rules, and the only limit is my imagination. thank you for creating. so so so effing cool.
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
I really appreciate you saying that! Good luck on your own stuff! :D. Thanks for watching!
@t_h_visuals
@t_h_visuals Год назад
The production quality in your videos far surpasses anything I’ve ever seen on this platform. Your content is next level. And I agree, the camera is beautiful and a joy to shoot.
@marius6019
@marius6019 Год назад
The production quality of this video is outstanding. One of the best I saw on RU-vid for months, if not years... Thank you so much !
@joshmurrell2128
@joshmurrell2128 Год назад
Your work is so incredibly inspiring. After a few years away from photography and video work, seeing the work you create makes we want to jump back in myself. Thank you!!
@stevendiffey9162
@stevendiffey9162 6 месяцев назад
That is an making video. Thank you. I’ve just returned from shooting on one of my Rolleiflex an hour ago and this video truly resonated with me. It’s like these cameras have soul. It’s difficult to put into words how special these cameras are and how they help you see the world whether you push the shutter or not. It’s total bliss just sharing time with a Rolleiflex.
@Searchingk9
@Searchingk9 Год назад
Dude you’re Star Wars when it first came out to the RU-vid community. That feeling of watching a masterpiece detail after detail is so fun. I rewatch all your videos over and over, I LOVE THEM thanks for inspiring me!
@KrogenDragon
@KrogenDragon Год назад
This is one of the best videos I have seen on RU-vid. Incredibly engaging from the start, gorgeous b-roll and overall super high production value. I'm subscribing.
@pennymarketenjoyer898
@pennymarketenjoyer898 Год назад
the only youtuber that actually excites me whenever they put up a new vid is you! Keep up the good work!
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
I'm quite humbled. Thank you so much!
@mynamesbert
@mynamesbert Год назад
I just found you a day or two ago. The production value and story telling is just what my eyes needed to see and for me to hear. We share the same wavelengths. Keep at it creator.
@JB-xi2yv
@JB-xi2yv Год назад
Just picked one up. I learned to shoot on a pentax and was able to grab something similar to this. At last I can experience the warmth and clarity. Thank you for the this brilliant expose into the rolleiflex and introduction to a wonderful artist; Xiaoxing Han. Thank you.
@ob1_kb
@ob1_kb Год назад
Stunning! Another masterpiece from GxAce. This channel is by far my favorite on youtube, and i always look forward to seeing your next video. Please don't stop making these :)
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Glad you enjoy it! :D. I will definitely keep making these ;)
@carljuztine3328
@carljuztine3328 Год назад
enough to make a grown person cry in awe
@Hamonchi
@Hamonchi Год назад
The style of this video is so addicting. I just want to go through the rest of your videos. Literal instant-subscribe after the first 30 seconds. Now I am inspired to get back into photography and I can't thank you enough for that.
@Shunbound
@Shunbound Год назад
This made me decide to buy this camera. The composition of her pictures moved me in a way that few have.
@venom2k2
@venom2k2 Год назад
I just don't understand how this man keeps getting better and better. This Episode is just insane and he somehow gets better with each one. How in the hell can you make such awesome videos?!
@YOUAREMYKIN
@YOUAREMYKIN Год назад
Beautiful, as always ✨
@jordanlaine7412
@jordanlaine7412 Год назад
I recently got back into film after buying a used Sprocket Rocket and then picked up a Minolta Autocord L, Pen FV with like 5 lenses, and a Yashica Electro 35 for when I want to think less and blast away. The Autocord experience is so incredibly different than any of the film cameras or any of the mirrorless bodies I own; because of the longer process to meter, set settings, and focus, it's very meditative to shoot with.
@fixedit8689
@fixedit8689 Год назад
Every time I’m out with my Rolliflex TLR or Hasselblad, I get interrupted by a random elderly gentleman that wants to talk and ramble on thus interrupting my creative flow and concentration. I usually grab one digital and one med format film camera and do a solo get away from the daily grind. This or the shooting range is my relaxation but unfortunately, the range has elderly gentleman there as well.
@TooYoungToDie_TooOldToLive
@TooYoungToDie_TooOldToLive Год назад
Is it just me, or is everyone else getting crazy Bladerunner vibes from the text on screen? I absolutely LOVE it.
@djronan1224
@djronan1224 Год назад
I love these pieces (I dont even want to call them YT videos) so much!!
@mikkapedia
@mikkapedia Год назад
This was amazing to watch
@zdeadfalloutxx8084
@zdeadfalloutxx8084 Год назад
Duuude, that production quality !! You guys are always underrated.
@CodyPyper
@CodyPyper Год назад
Never seen this channel before. Thought I could put this on in the background and keep getting work done. Nope. I was glued in. Incredible work, and truly inspirational
@mecowhy1601
@mecowhy1601 Год назад
the sound and video quality blew me away, great stuff
@cyano3d
@cyano3d Год назад
I love this channel. My dude you are a fantastic film maker, story teller, editor, human. These videos are going to be a big inspiration to me when i try to make something in cyberpunk style, you have won my heart
@tplover21pilots68
@tplover21pilots68 Год назад
This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen in my life. So much effort and passion. Is in this
@bobroberts8264
@bobroberts8264 Год назад
Dude this video is such good quality, such good choices of music and photos, really nice work man
@cooperhime
@cooperhime Год назад
Fantastic, leaving the format as square to match the camera you’re talking about is great. Amazing quality and production as always.
@brandplay1172
@brandplay1172 Год назад
Beautifully done!
@ledheavy26
@ledheavy26 Год назад
Those photos are spectacular.
@martinsmyth5580
@martinsmyth5580 Год назад
This guy who makes these videos is a legend the content is so entertaining and informative
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Thanks so much, Martin! :)
@safinahammed8543
@safinahammed8543 Год назад
Wow I am blown away by the production quality of this video🔥🔥
@fikryahmadg4865
@fikryahmadg4865 Год назад
I feel weirdly amazed by this video, the amout of detail and feels on this video is on another level. The 1:1 ratio really kill it. 🔥
@filmstudiojapan
@filmstudiojapan Год назад
Been unofficially (recently officially) following you since your Medium format Anamorphic video 3 years ago. Glad to see you still making great content !
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Awesome, thank you so much for being here for the long haul!
@filmstudiojapan
@filmstudiojapan Год назад
@@GxAce and thanks to you for putting in the effort. Far too few making art on youtube..
@beingiann5140
@beingiann5140 Год назад
This is such an epic video. Already loved the look of the TLR cameras but this makes me want one even more. I like that the video is in 6x6 too, subtle but awesome ode to the format of the camera
@labemolon5739
@labemolon5739 Год назад
You are by far the most exceptional creator on YT :D You've been inspiring me to fall (back) in love with shooting photos again (been living in video work). Amazing work all around. Even your Patreon insert is stellar work.
@philong02
@philong02 Год назад
This format video is so smart! Great idea and your technic grown up video after video :) thanks for this work!
@_parkphoto
@_parkphoto Год назад
🫡 thank you, and Xiaoxing for revealing the beauty of this camera
@demimascot
@demimascot Год назад
Wow! So you are the author of that short video! I saw it years ago but still remember the visual short story! Can't praise your styles and tastes more!
@juanpazmino8645
@juanpazmino8645 Год назад
Sooooo much quality in your videos! I love them all!
@anz44
@anz44 Год назад
In love with all the photos of the video.
@gilbert3673
@gilbert3673 Год назад
Wonderful, Thank You
@chrisloomis1489
@chrisloomis1489 9 месяцев назад
Amazing artistry , the Rollei is an incredible and never replicated system to catch light and moments. True Art.
@b17ch5l4p
@b17ch5l4p Год назад
thank you for this!! amazing. been following you for a long time now and im so glad i found your channel!
@JustinInBlack
@JustinInBlack Год назад
great video!!!! Love all the macro shots! Thank you
@farkaslaszlo888
@farkaslaszlo888 Год назад
This is art. Thank you!
@kevinfickling6384
@kevinfickling6384 Год назад
Another insane video and production as always!
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
I appreciate it, Kevin! Thanks :)
@4.0.4
@4.0.4 Год назад
I don't even know anything about photography, but as soon as I started watching I couldn't look away. Such beautiful colors.
@redoni3429
@redoni3429 Год назад
8:02 that’s why I love old second hand technology. Cars, cameras, guitars, etc.. You rarely know anything about the past live of these objects but you know you will contribute to it and who knows what comes after that. It’s such a beautiful and philosophic idea and I’m all in for it.
@pabloferrer1839
@pabloferrer1839 Год назад
GRACIAS.
@jasonl3445
@jasonl3445 Год назад
Your production quality blows my mind keep on keeping on ma man!
@motonewyork1100
@motonewyork1100 Год назад
*Unbelievable man! I never leave comments on youtube, but this work makes you feel, stop and think, rewatch and appreciate. Thank you*
@GeorgeStar
@GeorgeStar Год назад
I love the quality of your productions and the depth of your passion for cameras & photography.
@majorluke
@majorluke Год назад
The quality of this video is superb, definitly won a subscriber here
@omaymatrabelsi8145
@omaymatrabelsi8145 Год назад
Such a good editing
@AMTunLimited
@AMTunLimited Год назад
It looks like you shot the "hologram" Patreon section practically on a spinning persistence-of-vision display. What a great touch
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Good eye ;). Thanks!
@gibsforgood7072
@gibsforgood7072 2 месяца назад
I really love the celebration and admiration of the tools and craftsmanship of photography. Thank you for sharing.
@kenn6592
@kenn6592 Год назад
What a memory. My father had one. He loved photography. How I wish I had it now.
@edrack26
@edrack26 Год назад
Your videos are the best review videos I have seen on RU-vid so far! I like the style!!!!!
@RudeCanine
@RudeCanine Год назад
I love funky aspect ratios so much!!! Thank you for this wonderful video
@Volksgeist
@Volksgeist Год назад
HE DONT MISS!
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Hahah. Thanks my friend :)
@silvestersze9968
@silvestersze9968 Год назад
This video inspires me every time. Many thanks! 🎉
@AffanKhan-st4pg
@AffanKhan-st4pg Год назад
broooooo the production level of this channel dangggggggggg
@nordrheinwestsaarland
@nordrheinwestsaarland 5 месяцев назад
man, this mix of photography knowledge and mr robot vibes gets me every single time. may this channel live on for a long, long time!
@faraz4910
@faraz4910 Год назад
the production quality is crazy
@jpoconnor5744
@jpoconnor5744 Год назад
Your videos are absolutely amazing and wonderful. Clearly an inspired labor of love! My only “complaint” is they are too short. Of course, that is part of the genius of them; each is as long as it needs to be, and no more. I love the use of the square format for the entire video. Her photography is stunning. No complaints here if you find ways to incorporate her work in any future videos!
@devineandconquer9508
@devineandconquer9508 Год назад
the cinematography of this video is crazy good, like i was supersuprised
@giampieromaietti
@giampieromaietti Год назад
Woah, I appreciate how epic your videos look. Thank you, it really is inspiring
@rsiow2
@rsiow2 Год назад
I was just recommended your channel, and wow, you guys do it really different! Loving the style!
@Dennis94913
@Dennis94913 Год назад
Love the 1:1 aspect ratio of the video that reflects the 6x6 format of a TLR. Keep up the good work Ace!
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
I'm glad you appreciated that choice ;). Thanks for watching!
@andrewd.584
@andrewd.584 Год назад
I'm just happy you're a Lighthouse fan. My favorite film. Great video by the way, I love the new cyberpunk aesthetic.
@dongxu2059
@dongxu2059 Год назад
jawdropping episode, please make more
@Agnes.Nutter
@Agnes.Nutter Год назад
I love that this video uses a square aspect ratio!
@M461Cfs
@M461Cfs Год назад
Love these aspect ratio
@gregcsokas
@gregcsokas 2 месяца назад
This is kinda magic, I'm not a photographer, I have a Zenit E only and I don't used that in the past 15 years, but dude, I really want to start shooting photos now. Thanks for creating my favourite video on youtube.
@Lukaz1989
@Lukaz1989 Год назад
Your videos (short films?) literally blow my mind.
@Schmoblet
@Schmoblet Год назад
thank you.
@WilliamWei007
@WilliamWei007 Год назад
insane work as always
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Thanks so much. :))
@Quicksilver_Cookie
@Quicksilver_Cookie Год назад
I find there's something really special about medium format frames. Just this perfect aspect ratio that naturally centers your eyes on what's in the middle of the frame. At the same time it's not so wide that if you have something nice in peripheral parts of the frame you're missing out on seeing those details at a quick glance.
@MrBasjunk
@MrBasjunk Год назад
Love your Bladerunner style. One of my favourite movies. This is pure inspiration for all photographers. Thank you🙏🙏🙏
@swampfirerecords
@swampfirerecords Год назад
love the minidisc data disks, so rad!
@Beingaroundbean
@Beingaroundbean Год назад
The music, the detail shots, the audio, dang son you did it again.
@GxAce
@GxAce Год назад
Thanks so much Aaron! Also, I'll definitely catch you next time I'm out in Chicago!
@bkid19
@bkid19 Год назад
I absolutely love this video. I have 2 of these beauties and this has motivated me to get it serviced and start shooting with them again!
@mxnny21
@mxnny21 Год назад
amazing stuff, man
@jimjames4875
@jimjames4875 Год назад
Love your work
@eronic404
@eronic404 Год назад
Beautiful video as always, I'm pretty new to photography and the quality of your videos is inspiring. And the 1 to 1 aspect ratio of this video is actually a great aspect ratio for viewing this video on mobile device. It gave me no reason to flip my phone since the video is the same size either way it's turned. Also full screen, the video was in the direct center of my device which made a cool viewing experience.
@IJojo
@IJojo Год назад
your thumbnails are great, just subbed, omg inspiring man!
@michivanhalen7086
@michivanhalen7086 Год назад
Beautiful!
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