Re: User Experience is Top Metric Again
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CamerEyes wrote:
Let's face it - dynamic range, high ISO noise and all those traditionally explosive areas of argument regarding which camera is better is now generally history.
With DR and IQ across camera brands just marginally different, the other area of debate is which has better AF. Again, the differences right now across camera brands are marginal.
To me, Canon remains a preferred choice because of superb ergonomics. The way it handles, the way it feels on my hands. Can be subjective. But the grip on Canon cameras - including smaller bodies such as the R10, remain superior to my view.
Specs matters. Megapixels count (literally, especially). Ergonomics to me is more valuable than ever, especially as lenses become bigger / fatter / heavier.
Then there's the menu system. While Sony's menu layout and intuitiveness has improved over the past few years, Canon's menu remains the simplest to navigate.
Are we at the stage of photography when cameras across brands are becoming more similar in "technical" capabilities?
Pretty much, IMO. Canon has one more thing going for it which is superb customer service. You hope this stuff never breaks down but occasionally it does and when it does, Canon has some of the best service support I have ever encountered.
A few years ago, the function knob fell off on my M5 about two weeks before I was leaving for Europe. There was no time to send it to NJ, get it fixed and get it back even if we expedited it. There were 2 weeks left on the 1-year warranty. The guy I spoke with in NJ told me to save the knob at home, use the menus on the touch screen and send it in when i get back -- don't worry about the warranty.
Turn around is quick and they keep you posted as to what is going on.