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Pen F vs GX9

Started Nov 28, 2018 | Discussions thread
mmartel Senior Member • Posts: 1,034
Re: Pen F vs GX9
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Keithpictures wrote:

FWIW, one of my favorite features of the Pen-F (which is only shared on MFT by more expensive bodies) is that it has 4 custom settings on the mode dial. I would find it difficult to get by without that feature, which is why I own two Pen-Fs (one black, one silver). I find it to be a very enjoyable camera to shoot with, as long as you're not shooting fast action or using large lenses. I think it's a much more capable camera than is given credit.

Custom settings are definitely worth considering. It's a drawback that the GX9 has just one, and puts a bunch of unnecessary stuff on its mode dial instead.

Assuming it works like my GX85, C mode actually has three distinct custom settings. You'll see them on the touch screen when you enter the mode (C1 C2 and C3) and can select whichever you want. The camera will remember which you last used and go to that one by default.

Nothing against the Pen F, which seems like a fine device...But congrats on the GX9. Seems like a great camera who's primary critics are GX8 owners who didn't get what they wanted.

I'd love to own a GX9 myself (and maybe a G9 down the road...). Just a shame the GX9 had to compete for my $ with the GX85 and two lens kit.

Cheers, and happy shooting!

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