Can we all acknowledge that as good as Jack's videos are, they're even better than all the rest on YouTube because of his background music. So much nicer to hear a soothing classical piano score than the ubiquitous pulsing techno beats from the rest of the crowd. Thank you for that, Jack.

Being able to use that secret lens was a major reason I bought a Nikon Zf. What a gem!

The Voigtlander is a real beauty

I agree with the comparison to some of the Zf competitors. I traded in my A7CR for the Zf and I’m not looking back. So satisfying to use and look at. The 7CR I tried so hard to make it look “smaller” and more “retro” but at the end, the experience shooting was lackluster albeit soulless. Still have my A7iii if I need work to be done but I have the Zf for everyday.

I really like the way you do reviews as a narrative. The story telling is superb.

I've been waiting for you to pair the ZF and 40mm Voigtlander.

It's one of the most loved lens to use with the Z f.

Thanks again, Jack, for this magnificent video. I also own the Nikon Z F and the Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2. Even though the Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 is masterful in every respect, it remains my third favorite lens. My second favorite lens is the Nikon 24-120mm f/4. Versatile and producing stunningly beautiful photos. However, its maximum aperture of f/4 prevents it from shining in the evening. But even so, using it with a tripod and a medium or long exposure will still give you perfect photos. But my absolute favorite lens is one I have to use with the FTZ adapter. It's the Nikon 105mm f/1.4. To be honest, all the photos that come out of this lens are simply magical. The fades in the distance are breathtaking, both up close and from afar. The slight loss of contrast and sharpness at the edges of the photos gives a richness that a PLENA can't achieve. I would love for a video to be made about this objective. Thanks again, Louis from Quebec City

I already have the V 40mm 1.2 and I got also the tiny Septon. Not a Nocton quality but can rest with Zf when I do not want to carry a lot.

Recently got a chipped shoten M to Z adapter which enables focus confirmation and peaking. Quickly purchased a voigt heliar 40 2.8 and a zeiss sonnar ZM 50 1.5 for the Nikon Zf. These two focal lengths are my most used for street photography. Love your videos. The Zf is a love saga which doesn't want to end.

Totally entertained the entire time. I so appreciate your point of view and how well you articulate it.
Funny but I’m a ways away in terms of my kit but it’s based on different criteria for landscape/wildlife/birds.
But, my alter ego is in lock-step.

great video as always Jack

Love the Z5ii, great ergonomics and nice sensor, yet staying relatively compact for a FF sensor. The Z5ii really is a unique gem of comparatively affordable yet no compromises, that doesnt come around very often.
That voigtlander looks gorgeous, I can see why its your favorite.

Lovely results with the Cosina Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2! Thanks for creating and sharing this presentation!

I did pair my Nikon F-mount Cosina Voigtlander 40mm f/2 SL II with the FTZ, yesterday, to test-shoot on my ZR, under the harsh Texas summertime sun. This is the version with electronic contacts. Only mundane test shots, in the yard/garden, but manual focusing proved itself to work well. I did have to careful to avoid touching the aperture ring, because it must remain set to f/16, to enable the ZR’s dial to control the aperture. Having a Z-mount 40mm Nokton would, of course, be an improved experience.

Again, thanks!

The OM System 20mm f/1.4 is my city shooter for my OM-3, and was the lens I bought with the camera.  I have others now, but always go back to that one (except for birds - when the 100-400 has it beat).

Have an olympus em1 iii with pana 20mm f1.8 M43 tiny version of these.  Works for me. Feels so stealthy.

I agree so much ZF 40mm 1.2 Voigtländer

I knew it was gonna be the V 1.2. Love that lens. Felt unsure about spending the money for it when I first bought it, but it’s an absolute joy to use and pairs perfectly with the Zf.

The Sigma Art 40 1.4 mounted on my Z6II is my most used prime at the moment

Great comparison and shots as always!

I’ve had the Zf for a little over two years and I take a long hard look at the Z5ii every now and then. Even with the latest Neewer grip I find the Zf uncomfortable to operate for long periods. My dream is a Zf with all the dials and design language but an AF joystick and a proper grip.

love my zf!

I'm a big fan of 40mm lenses. I started with the canon 40mm pancake in the DSLR days. Since then the Minolta M-Rokkor 40mm and Voigtlander 40mm 1.2 have been my favourites.