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Anyone X2?
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ptomsu
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Godfrey
same opinion here, I know there are maybe cheaper (maybe also better on paper) cameras out, but I really like the X design. Now with the X2 overcoming lot of the issues of the X1 (AF speed, high ISO noise) this becomes even more interesting!
Please report your real world findings as soon as possible.
Thanks
Peter
There's a lot to like! However, for myself 35mm is a limiting factor, and I tend to shoot a lot of my family and son running around, so while no mirror less can do this well, the IQ is excellent and the camera is compact and very elegant. Menu wise, it is no nonsense and easy to adjust, although if you switch from an OMD or NEX system back to the X2 you may forget this for a few seconds! Having said this I may be selling because of my own needs and limited use!
I only can talk about the x1 which I find to deliver even better color and pop than the Nex cameras I tried and a little better than the Fuji x100 in pure IQ.
It is also quite light and small. I played with the idea to "upgrade" to the x2 but I am not yet sure how much I win and the price is steep.
Tom
Godfrey
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I reserve judgement as to what "outdoes" whatever, and what way. They are rather different cameras, in both concept and execution. The GXR performs very well and is a superbly versatile piece of equipment. The X2 is a lot more compact, a lot simpler; I'll know how well it performs relative to the GXR on imaging qualities once I have both in hand. I'll also know how well they work in comparison for my shooting needs too, which is a different thing.
I bought the Olympus EVF and also have a Voigtländer 35mm OVF. I suspect I'll prefer the OVF most of the time, but having the capability of using an EVF of this quality is a darn good plus.
Godfrey
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Anything made in this class nowadays does well enough to satisfy me on basic imaging qualities, I'm much more attracted to the particulars of how the camera works nowadays rather than the interminable minutiae of AF speed, ISO sensitivity, etc etc.
Having put a heck of a lot of mileage on the GXR-M, I have to say that with the exception of two things it's more than good enough to do anything I want.
- The shot to shot lag in performance occasionally gets in my way.
- Even with a very small lens on it the GXR-M is just a tad heavier and bulkier than I'd really like for a 'carry it with me all the time' nowadays. (Much of the time now that I'm a staff writer full time, I just want something that's actually pocketable yet can take pro-camera quality images ... like my Rollei 35S could do in 35mm film days.)
- Even with a very small lens on it the GXR-M is just a tad heavier and bulkier than I'd really like for a 'carry it with me all the time' nowadays. (Much of the time now that I'm a staff writer full time, I just want something that's actually pocketable yet can take pro-camera quality images ... like my Rollei 35S could do in 35mm film days.)
The biggest hope I have for the X2 is that it is smaller and lighter, and simpler!, than the GXR for that sort of use. Hopefully, it's shot-to-shot performance is a step up too but that remains to be seen.
I'm looking forward to working with it.
I've had the X2 for a couple of weeks and am happy with it. I had the X1 for about a year. Very similar cameras, the X2 with snappier operation like the reviews say.
As for IQ, also similar, but I prefer X2. I find slightly less of a "3D, walk into the picture" feel with the X2 than X1, but then the X1 never had the 3D feel of an M9 or X-Pro anyway. I find the dynamic range and color more robust on the X2 than X1, and for me this outweighs the slightly flatter look. And it is not as flat as an NEX in any case. Also X2 files seem more robust in PP than X1. Imagine a Pentax K-5 with the lens from the X1 attached. It's very nice.
For me things have stabilized over the last year with M9, X2 (previously X1), compact w/zoom (currently RX100) and mirrorless of the moment (currently X-Pro, which is fantastic for certain kinds of photos, previously NEX-7, 5n, m43 etc.).
Bottom line, splendid camera, sure to be overlooked by those who scour specification lists looking for a wow factor.
As for IQ, also similar, but I prefer X2. I find slightly less of a "3D, walk into the picture" feel with the X2 than X1, but then the X1 never had the 3D feel of an M9 or X-Pro anyway. I find the dynamic range and color more robust on the X2 than X1, and for me this outweighs the slightly flatter look. And it is not as flat as an NEX in any case. Also X2 files seem more robust in PP than X1. Imagine a Pentax K-5 with the lens from the X1 attached. It's very nice.
For me things have stabilized over the last year with M9, X2 (previously X1), compact w/zoom (currently RX100) and mirrorless of the moment (currently X-Pro, which is fantastic for certain kinds of photos, previously NEX-7, 5n, m43 etc.).
Bottom line, splendid camera, sure to be overlooked by those who scour specification lists looking for a wow factor.
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ptomsu
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Godfrey
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Here's a couple of snaps (taken with iPhone) of the rig all set to go to the book signing ...
Hi everybody. I'm new here but have been stalking for the last few days.
I also have an X2 of which I have enjoyed.
I always wanted to use the OVF but found I wasn't very effective with it in low light as my zone focusing takes a lot to be desired.
Overall I think the pictures it produces are fantastic for it's size.
Enjoy your new camera! I fear I may be selling mine now as I just picked up an M8, but if I had the cash i'd keep both for sure.
Chat to you all soon,
Rich
I also have an X2 of which I have enjoyed.
I always wanted to use the OVF but found I wasn't very effective with it in low light as my zone focusing takes a lot to be desired.
Overall I think the pictures it produces are fantastic for it's size.
Enjoy your new camera! I fear I may be selling mine now as I just picked up an M8, but if I had the cash i'd keep both for sure.
Chat to you all soon,
Rich