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Opinions for the G5 X

Started 4 months ago | Questions thread
F8AD Regular Member • Posts: 196
Re: Opinions for the G5 X
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I have been a Nikon DSLR shooter for 12 years, but bought a used excellent GX5 about two years ago.
I wanted a smaller, "pocketable" camera that 1. has to shoot .raw and 2. must have a viewfinder. Nikon had no really good options in a fixed zoom.Panasonic was "so-so" for price. "Pocketable" in this camera means jacket pocket . . The 5X has a nice sturdy touch flippy screen, but I could be happy with a tilt screen . It's sturdy and well built.

It's a better pick than the Sony RX100 series with the RX flimsy battery door problems and pop up viewfinder that can bind after regular use. The menu system is better as well ; having control dials is a feature I like better than scrolling menus.
Concerns about the lens leaves sticking or retracting issues are simply preventable - I've had a Kaiser 206958 58mm Slip-On Lens Cap on it since week one.

If the zoom range is suitable for you, I think you would enjoy using the G5X. This camera was my first introduction to mirrorless ,focus peaking, and a WYSIWYG viewfinder. The lens opens nice and wide, and I don't see much issue( noise or sharpness) in IQ with the 20 MP 1' sensor. It still surprises me what it can do in low light. That's my take, I am very pleased with it.
Used prices can be high , but patience will reward you.

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