So what is the truth, Fuji?

Yes and no.  The internet, and particularly places like this, tend to lean heavily towards complaining.  This is not to denigrate complaining, but it does mean you have to take complaints and such with a grain of salt.  The people who are happy with their stuff (be it cameras or refrigerators) tend not to spend nearly as much time on boards complaining about or otherwise reviewing things they are generally happy with.  Your poll is important - just jaded due to the nature of the setting.

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