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I really want that Color Chrome setting on my X-Pro2.
Jason Haven: As an X-Pro2 owner, all I have to say is, "Thank you!"
Please note, I'm not arguing against the feature being added to the X-Pro2, just that I don't really care either way, personally. The updates announced for *me* are fantastic. They might not be fantastic for everyone. :)
Jason Haven: As an X-Pro2 owner, all I have to say is, "Thank you!"
@Cheezr because multiple features that I wanted were added. I have no problem with the current ISO selection situation.
As an X-Pro2 owner, all I have to say is, "Thank you!"
Not that I think the GFX is great value, or a camera for my specific purposes. But the GFX spanks the Sony in that low light test if you actually look at multiple ISOs and browse around the test frame. A lot more detail retained, imo.
Frankly these sorts of articles just incite drama in the comment section. I assume it's for ad clicks, which is understandable. Either way, this camera is for certain shooters, most of the FF stuff is for other sorts of shooters, etc. It's nice to have multiple options for different sorts of photographers. :)
Edgar_in_Indy: Great photography, but that F2 performance is disappointing. Not at all what I expect from a modern prime lens. Are you sure the copy isn't a dud?
Sam, it seems like it's somewhat similar to the X100x lens, in that you want to stop down a bit if shooting up close.
Jason Haven: The negativity around here is insane.
A couple notes, since I have this lens:
- It's sharp enough wide open, unless your subject is pretty close.
- By f/4 it's sharp (pixel peeping sharp) across the frame
- Lens is absolutely silent, and incredibly fast.
- Build quality is top notch.
For my uses, it's a fantastic lens, since I don't intend to attempt much in the way of 'up close at f/2' photography with it.
I also own the 23mm f/1.4. The f/2 is a better all around lens. The f/1.4 is better for astro work, and portraits (if your goal is to blur the background). Both tools have their uses. :)
ecka84, 'better' is subjective. The f/2 is faster focusing and lighter, and has a different microcontrast characteristic. It also might achieve slightly better center sharpness. The f/1.4 obviously has the aperture advantage, is more consistent across the frame, is better in low light, and has a manual focus clutch as well. Different tools for different uses.
Jason Haven: The negativity around here is insane.
A couple notes, since I have this lens:
- It's sharp enough wide open, unless your subject is pretty close.
- By f/4 it's sharp (pixel peeping sharp) across the frame
- Lens is absolutely silent, and incredibly fast.
- Build quality is top notch.
For my uses, it's a fantastic lens, since I don't intend to attempt much in the way of 'up close at f/2' photography with it.
I also own the 23mm f/1.4. The f/2 is a better all around lens. The f/1.4 is better for astro work, and portraits (if your goal is to blur the background). Both tools have their uses. :)
I didn't say the lens was 'soft' until f/4. In fact, I have full confidence in using it at f/2. It reaches it's maximum sharpness by about f/4 imo, at f/2 it's pretty close, and you won't notice unless you are looking at an image 100%. So it really depends on how you tend to view your images.
The negativity around here is insane.
A couple notes, since I have this lens:
- It's sharp enough wide open, unless your subject is pretty close.
- By f/4 it's sharp (pixel peeping sharp) across the frame
- Lens is absolutely silent, and incredibly fast.
- Build quality is top notch.
For my uses, it's a fantastic lens, since I don't intend to attempt much in the way of 'up close at f/2' photography with it.
I also own the 23mm f/1.4. The f/2 is a better all around lens. The f/1.4 is better for astro work, and portraits (if your goal is to blur the background). Both tools have their uses. :)
Hot damn.
I need to pick up a second job.
I have to assume a lot of digital lens corrections will need to be applied considering the distance from the relatively tiny rear element to the sensor. Any word on that from reps, DPR?
Seems like an amazing camera. I echo the concerns about lossy RAW, and 12bit processing... seems silly to put so much quality in a camera, only to have it limited by such things. Kudos to Sony for putting together something that is arguably amazing, though!
mpgxsvcd: Canon should have shipped their 5DS cameras sooner. They don’t even come out till next week and this announcement can’t help their sales. This Sony camera would at least give potential Canon 5Ds customers pause. The features this camera offers over the Canon camera are undeniable(4K, high ISO, High speed video…etc).
I was under the impression that focusing was incredibly slow when using EF lenses on Sony bodies. But if that's your solution, more power to you. By the look of the "likes" it appears I am in the wrong.
mpgxsvcd: Canon should have shipped their 5DS cameras sooner. They don’t even come out till next week and this announcement can’t help their sales. This Sony camera would at least give potential Canon 5Ds customers pause. The features this camera offers over the Canon camera are undeniable(4K, high ISO, High speed video…etc).
Must be nice to be able to flip to the new hot system every other month.
mpgxsvcd: Canon should have shipped their 5DS cameras sooner. They don’t even come out till next week and this announcement can’t help their sales. This Sony camera would at least give potential Canon 5Ds customers pause. The features this camera offers over the Canon camera are undeniable(4K, high ISO, High speed video…etc).
Most photographers are invested in a lens system and don't just flip systems every month when a new hot thing comes out. I seriously doubt this is going to sway most potential 5DS owners. It might make them a bit disgruntled, but that's about it.
Looks damned solid! Well done Leica.
Jason Haven: It's not the greatest bang for the buck, it's a luxury model basically.
And I'd be lying if I said I didn't want one. As it is, I secretly hope Fuji releases a monochrome X-Pro or X-100 series.
Leica in general is a luxury brand. It's BMW, Mercedes, Rolls Royce, whatever... Basically there's more practical and functional brands out there. And then there's Leica who is super high quality and expensive. My post wasn't a "simplistic" insult or anything, it is what it is. Leica is expensive, and high quality. It's a luxury, in the world of photography. Whereas a Canon Rebel is a Honda Civic :P
I wish I could afford and own a luxury car/camera :)
It's not the greatest bang for the buck, it's a luxury model basically.
And I'd be lying if I said I didn't want one. As it is, I secretly hope Fuji releases a monochrome X-Pro or X-100 series.
Jason Haven: ONA doesn't really suit my needs, but I really appreciate that they are reading and responding to feedback. Always the sign of a good company, imo.
@ONA - Will do haha. The "best" bag I have right now is a Tenba DNA 8, the size and capability worked out very well for my Fuji kit. The Bowery was close, but just didn't have the functionality, though it has the looks. Keep up the good work, and good customer service.
ONA doesn't really suit my needs, but I really appreciate that they are reading and responding to feedback. Always the sign of a good company, imo.