OMD or GX1?

[biglouis]

I am really surprised (pleasantly) by the comments on the GX1. I really like that form factor, it is a very nicely designed camera but I have never seriously considered it assuming it is just a repackaged GH-2. If they really start dropping in price I may consider one.

LouisB

 

[Moonshine]

If you're very happy with you Leica X2, you may be disappointed with the OMD or GX1. I have used Ricoh GXR, Sony NEX 5N/NEX 7, and Leica X1 and I much prefer Leica X1's image quality. If you are looking for flexibility, I would suggest you try the new Sony RX100. But if you're looking for image quality, then try the Leica M9.

Cheers,

So the RX100 has better IQ than the OMD and GX1?
The M9 is out of the question (as much as i would love to own it again) due to the cost of the camera...besides i'm too much of a novice to justify that price.

 

[michaelnel]

I am really surprised (pleasantly) by the comments on the GX1. I really like that form factor, it is a very nicely designed camera but I have never seriously considered it assuming it is just a repackaged GH-2. If they really start dropping in price I may consider one.

LouisB

They are down to $399 (body only) at at least one online store right now. I doubt they'll get much cheaper in the near term.

 

[michaelnel]

Well, sorry, the place was Kenmore camera. They are now out of stock and they raised the price to $449.

 

[kit laughlin]

@Moonshine,

I only use the four lenses I mentioned, and all are primes. The 20/1.7 comes the closest to pancake in form, and it's an excellent lens.

I shot pro video for years; really, the vast majority of edited documentaries and feature films shoot static setups (single shots from a still camera position) and the separate shots are edited together to produce the intimacy of changing perspectives. I can understand why zooms are so handy for home/casual use, but unless they are used very carefully, the viewer's experience can be unsettled by the movement. In pro use, apart from the very expensive (and hence occasional) use of a crane, or a rig on tracks, primes on cameras locked off on tripods (or panned via a fluid head on a tripod) are the norm.

for both stills and video, if you have shaky hands, the OM-D will definitely be the better choice for you, IMO.

@GaryAyala: I do see what you see at higher ISOs, and agree that if this is your preferred working zone, ISO-wise (1600+) then the OM0D is the better choice.

 

[bbrovold]

I bought the GX1, liked the IQ compared to the EP-2 I used to have but then I bought an OMD and the GX1 just sat in the closet. I like the OMD much better and I think it has an edge on dynamic range and of course the IBIS is great.

 

[Jorgen Udvang]

A local shop here sells the GX1 with the 20/1.7 for around $850. That's a rather nice price, isn't it? The also have it with the 25/1.4 for $1,350.

 

[Jan Brittenson]

A local shop here sells the GX1 with the 20/1.7 for around $850. That's a rather nice price, isn't it? The also have it with the 25/1.4 for $1,350.

B&H sells them for about $100 less total. $399 for the body and $359 for the lens. The Leica 25/1.4 is $549.

 

[Hedgehog]

I actually put my GX1 for sale after using the OM-D. The key factors for this was the IBIS, fast burst rate, and inbuilt EVF. Try to get your hands on both AS it probably be down to your own personal preference. I really enjoyed shooting with the GX1 so ponder if you need aformentioned as you could save yourself a bundle of cash.

 

[ReeRay]

A local shop here sells the GX1 with the 20/1.7 for around $850. That's a rather nice price, isn't it? The also have it with the 25/1.4 for $1,350.

Don't forget to add the LVF-2. Makes shooting in our harsh, bright light a lot easier.

 

[Moonshine]

I'm waiting for my local camera store to get the omd then I can try both the cameras side by side and see which I prefer. Thanks ^