I want a Samsung NX1 + 85mm F1.4 (GAS problem)

Marty4650 wrote:

The Samsung NX-1 might rightfully be considered the best MILC camera ever made. It is truly a remarkable achievement. And most of the Samsung NX lenses are very, very good. It really is a crying shame that Samsung discontinued their camera production. But that is done, and there is no use crying over spilled milk.

And while it might be tempting to buy an NX-1 today, I would advise against it, unless you already are deeply invested in Samsung lenses. To be clear about this, if you already owned an NX-1, then continue to use it. You have one of the very best MILC cameras ever made. If you already own some other NX camera, and have a bunch of Samsung lenses, then buying an NX-1 could also make sense. But if you are in neither group then it could be a mistake.

Here is why I advise against buying into any dead system, and especially this one:

• There are no bargains available for NX-1, NX-500, or the best Samsung lenses. These are still commanding relatively high prices and have NOT depreciated any more than similar Nikon or Canon gear. So you really won't be saving much over some other "fully supported system."

• The system really is dead. There will be no more bodies, lenses, or firmware upgrades. It is a system without any growth opportunity, which defeats the entire purpose of owning an ILC. You might as well buy a high end fixed lens camera and call it a day.

• Just from reading this forum I see reports that current owners are having real problems with service and support. The mobile app doesn't always work right, and the workarounds are difficult. Tech support calls go unanswered or ignored. Parts and repairs are hard to find. Samsung seems to have no interest in supporting the system. They seem to have washed their hands of it.

Now, I'll be honest with you. The NX-1 is a great camera, and if I could find a used one for $600 I would jump right on it despite all the problems I listed above. But you can't find them at any really good price. Used ones are still going for $1,400 or more!

If you want to spend that much money on a used MILC camera, you are better off buying a high end Fuji, Sony, Olympus, or Panasonic model.

Nicely put. I agree with all of this apart from where you say you may as well buy a high end fixed lens camera as having no opportunity for growth defeats the object of having an ILC.

For me, the object of an ILC is to be able to use different lenses to suit the situation and thankfully with the nx range you're just about covered, apart from perhaps a longer telephoto.