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New (to me) GX-8 First Impressions

Started Aug 3, 2019 | Discussions
geoson Senior Member • Posts: 1,068
New (to me) GX-8 First Impressions

I traded in my GX7 for a used GX8.  The 8 was rated 9+ by B&H.  I have to say I can't imagine what a 10 would be compared to this one.  It's in great shape and I could not find any signs of wear.

Now for 1st impressions:

Yes, it's bigger than a GX7, everyone knows that.  Is it too big for m43?  I don't think so.  In the mirrorless era, I find that the old saying "the camera adds 10 lbs" to be true for pictures of cameras as well.   I think it balances a little better with my 12-35 mark 1 than my GX7 did.  I definitely prefer the larger grip, and yes, I'm in the fully articulated screen camp.  It makes the full body verticals I like to shoot much easier

Focusing appears faster than my GX7.  I would have been disappointed if it wasn't.  I was happy with my GX7 in terms of IQ.  This trade was all about performance.  The G9 was out of my price range, the GX9 wasn't enough of an upgrade in the things that matter to me.  I almost chose the G85 with the 12-60 lens for a few dollars more, but I like the rangefinder style of the GX-series.

That's all for the first week.  I'll post some samples soon.

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brentbrent Veteran Member • Posts: 5,766
Re: New (to me) GX-8 First Impressions
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What? No praise for the fabulous EVF???

Enjoy the GX8!

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Brent

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pattymeboy Contributing Member • Posts: 616
Re: New (to me) GX-8 First Impressions

Yes, that EVF!

You will enjoy that camera.

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FrankS009
FrankS009 Veteran Member • Posts: 6,557
Re: New (to me) GX-8 First Impressions

The camera is a the most satisfying one I have had. It does a lot of things well  Am thinking of getting a second body - won't need anything else for a while. Gave my GX7 to my son.

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